Exploring The Wonders Of China

Exploring the Wonders of China: With a look at other popular Destinations in Asia! 01/04/12 ,[object Object]

Exploring the Wonders of China: Agenda ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],01/04/12 ,[object Object],TIP: Insider's Information - When you arrive in Beijing, pick up a free copy of That's Beijing magazine in a café or restaurant. You’ll learn about what's going on in the city while you're there. Beijing : bey - jing Shennong Stream : chen- awng Chengdu : chuhng - dee Shibaozhai : shee-bow -zhye Chongqing : chawng - ching Suzhou : sy - joh Daning River : dahn -ing Szechuan : sesh-wahn Fengdu : fong -doo Wanxian : wahn-shy -ahn Guilin : gwee - lin Wu : woo Hangzhou : hahng - joh Xi’an : shee -ahn Kunming: koo n-ming Xiling : shee -leeng Lhasa : lah -suh Yang Jia Wang : yahng zhee-ah wahng

The Wonders of China - Introduction ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],01/04/12 ,[object Object],QUESTION: It is considered good luck if a house’s gate is facing a certain direction. What direction is that? ANSWER: South .

Beijing Olympic Venues 01/04/12 ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],FACT: Red is considered a lucky color in China. Wedding dresses used to be red, and lucky money envelopes that are handed out on New Year’s Day are always red.

Qingdao Olympic Sailing Center 01/04/12 ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],TIP: Banking 101 - Most locations in Beijing – restaurants, bars, shops, etc. – are cash-only (they do not accept major credit cards). Given this, it's important to know banking rules in this city. You can withdraw 2,500 RMB (or yuan) twice a day (a 5,000 RMB daily limit) from the Bank of China and 2,000 RMB twice a day (a 4,000 RMB daily limit)

Tianjin Olympic Center Stadium 01/04/12 ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Shanghai Stadium 01/04/12 ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],FACT: Chinese dining tables are usually square to make it easier for diners to access all the serving dishes. Unlike in the West, it’s perfectly acceptable in China to reach across the table for something.

Shenyang Sports Center Stadium 01/04/12 ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Hong Kong Olympic Equestrian Venue (Shatin) 01/04/12 ,[object Object],Hong Kong is situated at the southern end of the East China Sea adjacent to Guangdong Province. It covers 1,104 square kilometers, and is made of up Hong Kong Island, Kowloon and the New Territories (including 262 outer islands). TIP: East meets West in Hong Kong like no other place in the world. It has long been an Asian center of trade and culture where, perhaps more than any other place in China, travelers can find natives who speak English as a first language as they delight in the traditionally American pastime of shopping until they drop.

The Wonders of Beijing - Top Reasons to Visit 01/04/12 ,[object Object],The Ruins of the Yuanmingyuan (The Garden of Perfection and Light) Built in the Qing Dynasty, this "garden of gardens" was made up of the Garden of Perfection and Light (Yuanmingyuan), and the Garden of Ten Thousand Springtimes (Wanchunyuan). ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],False. A trip – especially multi-destination – takes hours of planning, factoring in research time and details such as reserving accommodations, transportation, local sightseeing arrangements and restaurant reservations in different cities. A one-week package could involve up to 19 different transactions , and an escorted tour an average of 28 . By buying a vacation package or tour, you benefit from one-stop shopping, saving the time and energy of doing everything yourself. ASSUMPTION : It’s more efficient to do your own vacation planning.

The Wonders of Beijing 01/04/12 ,[object Object],In 1057 B.C., King Wu declared Beijing the capital city. Over the past 3,000+ years, the city has gone by the names of Ji, Zhongdu, and Dadu before circling back to the name of Beijing in 1421. In the West, Beijing was long known as Peking. Tiananmen Square Tiananmen Square is the largest open-urban square in the world . It was built during the Ming Dynasty in 1417. Named after the Tiananmen (Gate of Heavenly Peace), Tiananmen Square is the plaza near the center of Beijing. TIP: It’s always best to wait for last minute deals. False. Don’t expect to find last minute deals if you’re traveling to a popular destination during high season. Oftentimes you’ll get the best deal by booking far in advance. Some tour operators and vacation packagers offer incentives for early bookings , and you can also benefit from advance airfare sales.

The Wonders of Beijing - The Forbidden City in Beijing 01/04/12 ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],TRAVEL TIPS Time Zone Beijing and Hong Kong are 12 hours ahead of EST Electricity An adaptor (which changes the physical plug) and converter (which changes the electric current) are necessary if you plan to use an appliance with voltage that differs from the standard within the country visited. Note: If your appliance has dual voltage you may still need an adaptor for the plug. Country Voltage in China is 220 – 240V, 50 cycles

The Wonders of Beijing 01/04/12 ,[object Object],Sacred Way of the Ming Tombs The Great Wall Built more than 2,000 years ago - during the spring and autumn (770 B.C. - to 476 B.C.) and the Warring States periods - it was originally a military fortification for the Zhou Dynasty. Many sections were built over time and were connected by order of the Qin Dynasty Emperor Qin Shi Huang in 214 BC. A highlight for any traveler to China is a stroll along this famed landmark - so massive it’s visible to astronauts in outer space. The Sacred Road, Ming Tombs, Outside Beijing Thirteen of the sixteen Ming emperors are buried in this picturesque valley of rolling hills and orchards. A guard of 12 sets of stone animals and officials are placed along the Sacred Road. Great Red Gate

The Wonders of Xi’an 01/04/12 ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],TIP: Don’t miss the opportunity to relish the outstanding Dumpling Feast, a culinary highlight of the region QUESTION: Many years ago, the secret to making silk was closely guarded. What was the penalty for giving that secret away? ANSWER: Death. Once called Chang’an, Xi’an has been the capital of 13 different dynasties. The city is surrounded by a wall that was erected during the Ming Dynasty for defensive purposes; today, travelers can rent a bicycle to travel the wall for a one-of-a-kind sightseeing tour. Forty miles outside the city, you’ll find the famed Terracotta Warriors - sculptures of ancient soldiers and horses ,[object Object],[object Object]

The Wonders of Shanghai ,[object Object],01/04/12 ,[object Object],The Bund, a famous waterfront area in Shanghai, China The "Paris of the Orient", is famous for its prosperity, transportation facilities and the seamless melding of western and eastern cultures. The Oriental Pearl Tower is a multifunctional body with sight-seeing. restaurant, shopping, entertainment, hotel, radio and TV transmissions. ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

The Wonders of the Yangtze River and Three Gorges ,[object Object],[object Object],01/04/12 ,[object Object],TIP: KEY TERMS FOR THE AMERICAN SHOPPER IN CHINA Even though many Chinese people speak English well, there are a few key terms that all American tourists should know before pulling out their wallet on their Chinese adventure. “ Ni men shou xin yong ka ma?” means “Do you accept credit cards?” “ Wo sui bian kan kan” means “I’m just looking.” “ Duo shao qian” means “How much does it cost?” “ Tai gui le” means “It’s too expensive.” “ Jui zhe xie, xie xie” means “That’s all, thanks.” The Great Wall across the Yangtze River

Travel Types ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],01/04/12 ,[object Object],TIP: How much activity do you want? Some people want to see everything; others prefer a casual day on the beach or to relax in a café. On an escorted tour, find out how much actual travel there is, versus time to stay put. Is there enough free time? Check the itinerary carefully to be sure that the sights you want to see are included.

Escorted Tours 01/04/12 ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Classic China Beijing to Shanghai - 10 day 01/04/12 ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],Beijing Featured Excursions: Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, Summer Palace and Peking Duck Feast, Great Wall, Ming Tombs and Beijing Opera Xi’an Featured Excursion: Terra Cotta Warriors, Big Wild Goose Pagoda, dumpling lunch, and Tang Dynasty dinner and show Shanghai Featured Excursion: Tongli tour and native music and dance performance, Garden of the Humble Administrator, Shanghai city tour and Shanghai Acrobat Performance ASSUMPTION: You will pay more for a vacation if you use a travel agent. FALSE. The same vacation package will not cost more whether or not you buy it from a travel agent. In fact, some tour operators and wholesalers only work through travel agents, so using an agent may give you a wider choice of vacation options .

MAGICAL CHINA & THE YANGTZE RIVER 13 days incl. air, or 12 days from Shanghai to Beijing 01/04/12 ,[object Object],INCLUDED FEATURES Cruise: Deluxe 4-night cruise from Yichang to Chongqing in an outside stateroom with two lower beds, private facilities, and balcony. Shanghai: Sightseeing with a Local Guide including headsets , visit the Bund, a silk factory, Yu Yuan Gardens, the Children’s Palace, and the Shanghai Museum; attend an acrobatic show. Yichang: Begin your Yangtze cruise aboard the Victoria Anna or Victoria Jenna Three Gorges Dam: Sightseeing of the impressive dam site with a Local Guide Chongqing: Visit a local zoo Xi’an: Sightseeing with a Local Guide including headsets , visit the Dayan Pagoda and Terracotta Warriors , calligraphy class, lacquer workshop, noodle-making demonstration; enjoy “The Tang Dynasty” dinner show Beijing: Sightseeing with a Local Guide including headsets; Hutong tour by rickshaw; visit the Forbidden City, Imperial Palace, Tian’anmen Square, Summer Palace, Great Wall, cloisonné workshop, and Sacred Way of the Ming Tombs; Peking Opera performance; Peking Duck farewell dinner ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

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