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Vacation in China : Highlights & Travel Tips
China is a destination of extraordinary scale and contrast, where ancient history, dramatic landscapes, and fast-moving modern cities come together in one trip. Travelers are drawn by the chance to walk along the Great Wall, explore imperial landmarks in Beijing, see the Terracotta Army in Xi’an, cruise the karst scenery around Guilin, and experience the energy of Shanghai’s futuristic skyline. What makes China especially rewarding is its diversity: one journey can include mountain villages, Buddhist temples, giant pandas in Chengdu, world-famous cuisine, and vibrant cultural traditions that vary widely by region.
For travelers, the highlights go far beyond iconic sights. Food is a major part of the experience, from Sichuan hotpot and Cantonese dim sum to hand-pulled noodles and street snacks in local markets. High-speed rail makes it practical to cover long distances efficiently, but the country is vast, so planning a realistic route is important. Visitors should be prepared for language barriers outside major tourist areas, use translation and payment apps where possible, and check visa requirements, local holiday periods, and weather conditions in advance. Comfortable walking shoes, flexible planning, and booking major transport and attractions early can make a trip through China much smoother.
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Best time to travel China
The best time to visit China is generally from July to November, with August, November, July, and October standing out as the most popular months based on travel demand. These months tend to offer the strongest traveler interest and a good mix of sightseeing opportunities, though it is wise to book early for August, October, and November because popular destinations can be especially busy.
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Chinese hospitality and diligence
Chinese politeness is mainly encountered during visits to relatives. We drive to a total of 11 homesteads in various villages nearby, with countless relatives residing in them....
Day 20 - 21: Beidaihe's Beaches and further West towards Luanzhou
Wide sandy beaches and holiday atmosphere await us in Beidaihe...
Day 3: From Tianjin to Binhai by the sea
Today we finally see the sea at Bo Hai Bay.
Day 2: Relaxed from Langfang to Tianjin
We follow various river courses to the center of Tianjin.
Tianjin/China
7.4.2024 Tianjin As soon as I left the ship, I was interviewed in the terminal by a TV reporter and cameraman. Unfortunately, my appearance was not used in the later broadcast. ...
Hong Kong / Victoria Peak
October 16, 2023 27 degrees and the sky is cloudy. Almost perfect for a stroll through Hong Kong. Marco Polo's city walk is very classic and, for me, a fixed ritual in every...
The Campus
Finally, I have some time to show you the campus. Unfortunately, there is no nice and complete overview plan, but this one should work, even though it's not really complete. ...
How can we not fly with?
Shanghai Old town
Week 3 - 4: Visit temples and weekend trip to the sea
Weekend trip to the sea at Beidaihe...
Metro & Star Ferry nach HK Island
Heute war ich das erste Mal in einer MTR Station der Metro hier in Hongkong. Eine Station hat viele verschiedene Ausgänge und ist unter der Erde doch größer als man von oben...
Air Quality & Special Features in Hong Kong
This morning on the way to work, I was 'overwhelmed' by the humid, very warm air in front of the hotel. It was 34 degrees and the sun was shining. I ran through the park for...
City Lights
Wow, is the night over already? At 5:45 a.m., the alarm clock woke us up. I had ordered a wake-up call from the hotel for 6 o'clock, and it worked, even though the young lady at...
People of Hong Kong
Sunset and Skyline
Ladys, Flower and Bird Market
Today is All-you-can-Market day. Unfortunately, there is not enough time for a big trip, so I want to at least visit the recommended markets in Mong Kok. The subway is...
Xi'an Day 3: Terracotta Army
Sculptures 😛😂
Goodbye Peking - Hello Xi'an
Hello girls and boys This morning at 06:30 we flew out of bed to drive away extremely punctually at the train station in Peking. The people here are not used to backpackers, so...
Beach Volleyball - Training and Preparation in China
Previous entries primarily focused on our leisure experiences in Vanuatu. However, a lot has happened in beach volleyball, especially during the week. After the initial...
Peking/Beijing
January 22nd to January 31st, 2018. Beijing, the capital of China. After three weeks of preparation in other cities and slowly adapting to the temperature, I am finally in the...
Hong Kong
Our visit to Hong Kong was a while ago, but since I didn't get the chance last time, I want to briefly tell you about our experiences there.
Shanghai
Shanghai is colorful, big, loud, rich and poor, new and old, and above all impressive. We arrived in the evening and took the metro from the airport to our hostel on Nanjing...
Day 109 Abstecher nach Hong Kong
Zwischen grünen Parks und riesigen Hochhäusern
Sparkling Hong Kong
I was very excited to visit Hong Kong, as I had not been back since it ended its time as a British Crown Colony and became part of China. However, under the concept of "Special...
Stopover in Hong Kong
If only for 2 days stopover, it was impressive in this high-rise metropolis. From the airport, we took a bus early in the morning to the hotel, crossing huge bridges and passing...
May 27 Hong Kong
Today there was an extensive city tour through Kowloon and Hong Kong Island, which truly covered almost all the highlights. Crossed over on the venerable Star Ferry, admired from...
May 26 Hong Kong
After our last train journey in China, we arrived in the Special Administrative Region of Hong Kong. We stayed in the Nina Towers, on the 37th floor. First, we experienced the...
May 20. Three Gorges cruise on the Yangtze
With bright sunshine downstream, first through the short but steep Qutang Gorge, only 8 km long. In the Wu Gorge, after passing the 'Chinese Loreley', transfer to small boats for...
May 17. Chengdu
Today 'only' 250 km/h to Chengdu, a very pleasant city. In the People's Park, which is beautifully designed with ponds and many bushes, there is a popular tea house. Afterwards, a...
Rollers that always delight...
Like last year (Blog link: Rollers that delight...), I would like to conclude my vacation blog with a tribute to my favorite mode of transport in China. Unfortunately, this...
Bus Riding in Cangzhou
Not only does Hyundai have a large car manufacturing facility near our residence, but the entire transportation infrastructure in Cangzhou is focused on cars, with wide...