Hi, We are a US citizens going to Philippines in Feb.2010 for a month long vacation.we are planning to go to China for 5 days during our vacation in Philippines.where do we apply for China visa? what place is more favorable for a first time tourist Shanghai or Beijing?.What's the climate in February. Hope to hear from you.
Sep. 30,2009 02:49 Ms.Anne replied:
You can apply the China visa either in your country or in Philippine. Both are ok. It depends on where is convenient for you. Since it is your first time to China, Beijing endowed with many highlight tourist resources is highly recommended. The climate there in Feb is a little bit cold and windy, you need to wear suitable clothes to keep warm.
How about the flue in China recently? Please advise if the procedures at China's international airports will effect our China tour.
Sep. 24,2009 22:08 Ms.Kina L. replied:
Actually, it only takes short time for the security check at the airport. They mainly do a test to confirm you are in a normal body temperature. It will not influence your tour. Please rest assured.
Generally speaking, Visa Cards are acceptable at large hotels and shopping centers in some metropolis. You can also withdraw money (Chinese Yuan) from ATM machines of Bank of China. Please kindly note that cash is more popular in China than in many Western countries, so it is important to carry enough cash and change at all times for your petty expenditure.
What formal wear are we required to bring for this trip?? Do we need a suit or blazer??Are there any dress requirements for the cruise/hotel/planned tour restaurants?
Sep. 15,2009 04:44 Mr.Jacob replied:
You may wear whatever you feel comfortable during the tour. There is no strict rule, but it would be nice if you wear a little formal for the Captain's Welcome party on the cruise ship or some shows.
do we need Chinese visa entering Macau, or is it like Hong Kong?
Sep. 7,2009 01:56 Mr.andrew replied:
Macau is generally very open in its approach to admit tourists and short term business visitors. Passport holders of 65 countries are exempt from a visa to Macau for a certain period. Most nationalities are permitted to obtain a visa on arrival at the border control, usually permitting a stay of 30 days.
We are a family of 10 adults and we intend to travel to Beijing from Manila, Philippines sometime in October 2009. We want to see and enjoy leisurely as much as we can on a time frame of 10 days including arrival and departure. Please give us your recommendation.
we are five in the family, we plan to visit Beijing and Harbin from 18DEC. untill 26 DEC.2009.we plan to stay 5 days 4 night in Beijing to joint your ground tour and Harbin on the rest of the day.pls. give us the good price including the hotel/meal/entry fee .pick up and send back from the Tianjin airport.
Which Beijing airport will I be flying in to? BJS or PEK? And which Shanghi airport will I be flying out of SHA or PVG?
Aug. 25,2009 20:25 Ms.Vikki replied:
The common used international airport in Beijing is Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) and in Shanghai is Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG).
Hi,I am flying to Hangzhou in Jan 2010.There are 6 of us-2 families each with an adult son.We intend to travel free and easy,on our own,but would like to engage a part time student of English course or Tourism course in any Hangzhou Universities to provide us with some travel tips and restaurants tips for some of the days,for a fee of course.Can anyone tell me whether there is such interested ENGLISH SPEAKING students and how much it will cost per day.I shall pay for all expenses such as transport cost,food,etc.I read & speak good Mandarin and so are our sons.Will like to see and eat the best Hangzhou and surrounding town/cities can offer.We will station in Hangzhou for 8 days.Thank you.
The so-called hard sleepers have open compartments that comprise six bunks, fixed as an upper, middle and lower on either side. Basic bedding like tick, blanket and pillow are provided. My only memory is that’s difficult to climb up the upper berth and my head was hit by the ceiling several times.
I am Louise Sinko from London, i am the Secretary of Royal Garden Hotel London , pls i want to inform you about the vacancies in our hotel, The management needs men and women, married and not married, who will work and live in London .The hotel will pay for his flight ticket and assist him to process his visa in his country, if you are interested contact us via e-mail . And the Hotel informations will be sent to you immediately.
Thanks.
From the Hotel management. EMAIL : louisesinko@yahoo.com
What credit cards are of common use in your country and mostly accepted for payment? (Visa, etc.)-
Aug. 10,2009 01:14 Mrs.Katharine replied:
Currently there are seven main foreign credit cards available in China, including Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB, Federal and Million. Credit cards can be used for withdrawing money, shopping and other transactions in most major Chinese cities, but generally not accepted in rural areas.
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Questions & Reviews
11.
Sep. 27,2009 21:43Reply
Mrs.noela kertz(USA)said:
Hi,
We are a US citizens going to Philippines in Feb.2010 for a month long vacation.we are planning to go to China for 5 days during our vacation in Philippines.where do we apply for China visa? what place is more favorable for a first time tourist Shanghai or Beijing?.What's the climate in February. Hope to hear from you.
Sep. 30,2009 02:49
Ms.Anne replied:
You can apply the China visa either in your country or in Philippine. Both are ok. It depends on where is convenient for you. Since it is your first time to China, Beijing endowed with many highlight tourist resources is highly recommended. The climate there in Feb is a little bit cold and windy, you need to wear suitable clothes to keep warm.
12.
Sep. 10,2009 06:45Reply
Mr.Smith(UK)said:
Are children aged 8 allowed on your tours?
Sep. 30,2009 01:32
Ms.Angela (CN) replied:
Sure, we warmly welcome the clients of any age. And for children under 12 years old, we also offer the discount price. Hope you will enjoy it.
13.
Sep. 23,2009 04:57Reply
Mr.Colmansaid:
How about the flue in China recently? Please advise if the procedures at China's international airports will effect our China tour.
Sep. 24,2009 22:08
Ms.Kina L. replied:
Actually, it only takes short time for the security check at the airport. They mainly do a test to confirm you are in a normal body temperature. It will not influence your tour. Please rest assured.
14.
Sep. 21,2009 01:53Reply
Mr.Bradleysaid:
CAN WE MAKE PAYMENT IN CHINA WITH VISA CARD. WHERE WILL WE BE BE ASKED TO PAY.
Sep. 22,2009 02:15
Ms.ELEMENT replied:
Generally speaking, Visa Cards are acceptable at large hotels and shopping centers in some metropolis. You can also withdraw money (Chinese Yuan) from ATM machines of Bank of China. Please kindly note that cash is more popular in China than in many Western countries, so it is important to carry enough cash and change at all times for your petty expenditure.
15.
Sep. 17,2009 22:17Reply
Ms.Irenesaid:
How long last the National Holidays in China?
Sep. 21,2009 01:58
Ms.Maggie replied:
It is from Oct 01 to Oct 07.
16.
Sep. 15,2009 08:04Reply
Ms.moon(Singapore)said:
I would like to enquire the cost for small group tour (8 to 12 pax)travelling from
Shenzhen to Chaozhou / Xiamen to Chaozhou.
How many hours from Shenzhen to Chaozhou; or Xiamen to Chaozhou
Plan to travel between 25 Nov 09 to 3 Dec 09 (some of us might extend).
Please let me have your quotation on the following:-
- transfer from shenzhen to chaozhou and Shantou
- booking of van driver (tour guide - optional)
Sep. 16,2009 03:34
Mr.SEVIYORUM(China) replied:
Hallo Moon,
I am from chaozhou, pls contact me for more infos.
Thank you.
seviyorum@163.com
17.
Sep. 10,2009 19:58Reply
Ms.Sheila(USA)said:
How much is the mineral water cost in China?
Sep. 13,2009 22:55
Mr.James replied:
1 lt of mineral water: 2rmb
Sep. 15,2009 19:40
Ms.Betty(England) replied:
Only CNY1.50 to CNY3.00 per bottle.
18.
Sep. 13,2009 20:25Reply
Ms.Cecilia said:
What formal wear are we required to bring for this trip?? Do we need a suit or blazer??Are there any dress requirements for the cruise/hotel/planned tour restaurants?
Sep. 15,2009 04:44
Mr.Jacob replied:
You may wear whatever you feel comfortable during the tour. There is no strict rule, but it would be nice if you wear a little formal for the Captain's Welcome party on the cruise ship or some shows.
19.
Sep. 7,2009 02:29Reply
Mr.hugo Lowsaid:
What sort of temperature should we expect for our trip if we travel in October?
Sep. 8,2009 21:55
Ms.Molly replied:
Oct is a good season to take the tour in China and generally speaking, the weather will be fine, neither cold nor hot.
20.
Sep. 3,2009 04:41Reply
Ms.Lisa G.(USA)said:
do we need Chinese visa entering Macau, or is it like Hong Kong?
Sep. 7,2009 01:56
Mr.andrew replied:
Macau is generally very open in its approach to admit tourists and short term business visitors. Passport holders of 65 countries are exempt from a visa to Macau for a certain period. Most nationalities are permitted to obtain a visa on arrival at the border control, usually permitting a stay of 30 days.
21.
Sep. 4,2009 01:25Reply
Mr.Garcia(Philippines )said:
Hi,
We are a family of 10 adults and we intend to travel to Beijing from Manila, Philippines sometime in October 2009. We want to see and enjoy leisurely as much as we can on a time frame of 10 days including arrival and departure. Please give us your recommendation.
Freddie
22.
Aug. 31,2009 01:19Reply
Mr.Christopher said:
As we are coming on a tourist visa they will not issue a Double entry to China. Is it possible to visit both HKG and Mainland China?
Sep. 1,2009 02:31
Ms.Anne replied:
Of course sure. A Double Entry Visa is required only if you enter China Mainland twice. You just need to plan your entry and exit city properly.
23.
Sep. 1,2009 00:07Reply
Ms.DOFR(Malaysia)said:
Can I have your page to go into Xitang info
Sep. 1,2009 02:27
Ms.Mindy replied:
Xitang is a water town not far from Shanghai. You can try to find some info in Shanghai tours. good luck
24.
Aug. 27,2009 01:30Reply
Mr.Lye Fong Kim(Malaysia)said:
Dear Sir,
we are five in the family, we plan to visit Beijing and Harbin from 18DEC. untill 26 DEC.2009.we plan to stay 5 days 4 night in Beijing to joint your ground tour and Harbin on the rest of the day.pls. give us the good price including the hotel/meal/entry fee .pick up and send back from the Tianjin airport.
25.
Aug. 24,2009 03:51Reply
Ms.Janic Zeraldosaid:
Which Beijing airport will I be flying in to? BJS or PEK? And which Shanghi airport will I be flying out of SHA or PVG?
Aug. 25,2009 20:25
Ms.Vikki replied:
The common used international airport in Beijing is Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) and in Shanghai is Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG).
26.
Aug. 23,2009 18:45Reply
Mr.KHOOEB(New Zealand)said:
Hi,I am flying to Hangzhou in Jan 2010.There are 6 of us-2 families each with an adult son.We intend to travel free and easy,on our own,but would like to engage a part time student of English course or Tourism course in any Hangzhou Universities to provide us with some travel tips and restaurants tips for some of the days,for a fee of course.Can anyone tell me whether there is such interested ENGLISH SPEAKING students and how much it will cost per day.I shall pay for all expenses such as transport cost,food,etc.I read & speak good Mandarin and so are our sons.Will like to see and eat the best Hangzhou and surrounding town/cities can offer.We will station in Hangzhou for 8 days.Thank you.
27.
Aug. 19,2009 20:30Reply
Mr.Manuel said:
What does hard sleeper look like?
Aug. 21,2009 04:25
Ms.Rita replied:
The so-called hard sleepers have open compartments that comprise six bunks, fixed as an upper, middle and lower on either side. Basic bedding like tick, blanket and pillow are provided. My only memory is that’s difficult to climb up the upper berth and my head was hit by the ceiling several times.
28.
Aug. 18,2009 19:52Reply
Mr.Raulsaid:
Do the Tips have to be paid in USD or can it also be local currency?
Aug. 19,2009 20:46
Mr.Weinstein replied:
Both are Ok.
29.
Aug. 10,2009 07:56Reply
Mrs.Louise(Ukraine)said:
Good day,
I am Louise Sinko from London, i am the Secretary of Royal Garden Hotel London , pls i want to inform you about the vacancies in our hotel, The management needs men and women, married and not married, who will work and live in London .The hotel will pay for his flight ticket and assist him to process his visa in his country, if you are interested contact us via e-mail . And the Hotel informations will be sent to you immediately.
Thanks.
From the Hotel management.
EMAIL : louisesinko@yahoo.com
30.
Aug. 5,2009 20:41Reply
Ms.rosemary said:
What credit cards are of common use in your country and mostly accepted for payment? (Visa, etc.)-
Aug. 10,2009 01:14
Mrs.Katharine replied:
Currently there are seven main foreign credit cards available in China, including Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB, Federal and Million. Credit cards can be used for withdrawing money, shopping and other transactions in most major Chinese cities, but generally not accepted in rural areas.