Fortunately, China is a comparatively safe place to live when it comes to violent crime that we see in our world today. However, expats and other travelers should be aware of potential natural hazards and China’s strict control of public order. Here are my thoughts on the safety in China ...
Travelers Who Strive to Do No Harm ; More Tourists Today Say They Want to Travel in an Ethical Fashion. but How Many Really Act in Accord with Their Words?
Several years ago, when my grandparents were well into their 80s, they were no longer able to care for themselves very well. My grandfather was afraid of leaving the only home they had known for the past 60 years. The idea of having to sell their home and move into a retirement home w...
It is likely that there are still some off-the-beaten-path places to visit or an unique experience to try in your area. These choices are often more interesting to travelers than the common spots. Deals and packages It always feels that you are getting some real value for your money ...
Colorado and Nevada seem to be the big winners as they are described as the two favorite states for road trips by 67% of Chinese travelers. As a growing part of China’s Elite is immigrating to the United States, through business investments programs such as the EB5, they are more and ...
In my experience, tourist restaurants don’t care about quality since those tourists aren’t coming back. Residentsdocare so places catering to them need to be better — and more affordable – or they go out of business. Those are the places you want to eat at. Use the above resources to...
Our China travel specialist is always devoted to customizing an Itinerary and activities for family travel with kids. Other features we offer: * A variety of meals catered for kids. * Licensed safe driver & private car in each destination. * Moderately paced tour to suit your children’s age...
How to avoid them: keep a clear mind and sharp eyes Travel safely and wisely, making this China holiday a journey of a lifetime. When something is too good to be true, then it’s not. This is the rule of thumbs. There are some steps that keep you safe from all the scams and...
China Taxi Tips for Tourists Watch for thefake bill swapwhen paying. Ideally, have smaller notes with you before you get in. Reminder: tipping is not expected (but heartily accepted). Instead of going with any taxi driver who is parked and has approached you, try flagging down one driving...
Tourists on vacation can be an easy target for scammers, which is why it’s important to be watchful of your belongings and cash. One popular scam iscredit card skimming. This is common at gas stations and at ATMs, as these places can be set up to capture your card information and ena...