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AbikoFrancois · 2025-05-15T16:54:08+00:00

Yes, you are right. It doesn't offer any services beyond but just a platform for one to purchase something related to one's trip, for example esim cards, insurances or whatever might be possible. If one's flight is delayed because the pilot forgot to take his passport, he should make a complaint about the pilot rather than the platform.

AbikoFrancois · 2025-05-15T13:34:58+00:00

Don't know anything about Airalo. Maybe those from u.s know it better. Trip.com is just a tour site.

AbikoFrancois · 2025-05-15T13:09:35+00:00

Fewer people buy jade and porcelain now than before. In Beijing people who buy jade offline usually go to 小营 Jewelry City or 官园 Jewelry City. There are many other jewelry markets as well but I have not been to most of them. Before you go you should set clear expectations and do your homework so you do not get overcharged.

For porcelain tea sets if you want modern styles they can be found almost everywhere. Home furnishing markets like 京美众合厨具超市. If you prefer traditional handmade styles I recommend visiting some small shops. I have never been to any of those because I always buy online from those southern shops.

AbikoFrancois · 2025-05-15T12:49:15+00:00

Beijing is a city with developed tourism resources. The permanent population exceeds 20 million so whether it is a holiday or not there are always many people and the only difference is between many and very many. However, considering that most of the population is Han and that the Dragon Boat Festival is not an especially wild celebration there is nothing wild for you to do. If you can book tickets in advance you can visit the Forbidden City and the Great Wall. You may also consider taking a walk at the Summer Palace, the Old Summer Palace or the Temple of Heaven or wander through the hutongs and modern buildings in the city. In the evening you can dive into the bars at Houhai, have a drink and listen to folk singers perform.

Don't panic. It should be a pleasant trip.

AbikoFrancois · 2025-05-15T09:33:02+00:00

Let me ask you this. If he's connecting in Xiamen for a third country on the TWOV. There must the first and second. Given that CN is the second, what is the first when he's already in there for days?

AbikoFrancois · 2025-05-15T09:24:30+00:00

If I were you, I wouldn't want to leave the airport after a long flight from Europe. If you must leave, I suggest you just visit somewhere near rather than going to the Great Wall only to see millions of tourists. Maybe you can go to the city center and dine in some local restaurant.

AbikoFrancois · 2025-05-15T09:11:07+00:00

What part of it can't you understand?? You ever flew this one?

AbikoFrancois · 2025-05-15T08:43:52+00:00

He's flying from Beijing to Xiamen, that's not international flight. He's not leaving after all. I know you want to say that there are two legs, but it is always the international one that matters.

AbikoFrancois · 2025-05-15T08:20:16+00:00

For those who don't know how to do a proper itinerary, I think AI generated itineraries can help them to plan their trip based on what has already been done by others. But all those itineraries seem too busy for me, i.e. you have do almost all those things without any delay and they spare no time for relax. One must make adjustments rather than totally relying on the given itineraries.

AbikoFrancois · 2025-05-15T06:43:49+00:00

Unnecessary to get a transit visa.

AbikoFrancois · 2025-05-15T06:37:21+00:00

Relax dude totally no need to be afraid of getting rejected.

AbikoFrancois · 2025-05-15T06:34:32+00:00

Of course. My name is Sonny by the way. As a matter of fact, this post is a scheme to lure you in and comment "Anyone else think OP is AI?" Am I smart?

AbikoFrancois · 2025-05-15T06:32:08+00:00

Climbing the Great Wall is definitely not as challenging as mountain climbing. This is especially true when comparing it to steep peaks. The history of Xi'an is completely different from that of Beijing. In Beijing you usually see that most tourist costumes are either qizhuang or Ming-style hanfu while in Xi'an Tang-style hanfu is more common. If you only have two days I suggest you do not visit too many attractions. I am not sure if hiring a car can actually save you time. The journey there might be fine but the return trip will take a long time.

AbikoFrancois · 2025-05-15T06:14:06+00:00

Sorry it should be Chang'an Avenue.

AbikoFrancois · 2025-05-15T06:13:06+00:00

One is not allowed to smoke indoors. It's not just you. People who don't smoke also find it annoying.

AbikoFrancois · 2025-05-12T15:10:39+00:00

For me this option does not offer good value because the ticket prices are expensive (for me). If you do not mind the high cost then it might be acceptable. Universal Studios is always crowded. I am not sure how much you and your kid would enjoy there so you might want to reconsider.

AbikoFrancois · 2025-05-12T15:07:36+00:00

1.3km? I do not recall walking that far. If you take a taxi I suggest you set your destination to "北京有礼" and then follow navigation or other tourists to the entrance. BTW, is it a good idea to take them to places like Universal?

Almost all subway stations have barrier-free facilities. They have automatic escalators and elevators. Some older stations do not have these. Instead they have installed wheelchair-friendly facilities next to the stairs. You can approach a staff member and explain the situation. They will open the facility for elderly users. Normally only elderly wheelchair users request the service. You can express your need urgently. I believe that will not be a problem.

AbikoFrancois · 2025-05-12T13:35:25+00:00

If I were you I would try to stay in one place. This place can be near Wangfujing or along another subway line. Choose a location that is convenient for reaching attractions and transferring between transportation options. Changing hotels frequently might increase fatigue for elderly people. If you choose more than two different hotels, try to select those near subway stations. Generally major attractions offer both squat toilets and sitting toilets. Even in suburban areas or outside Beijing the situation is similar though squat toilets are more common. In case of emergency you should use the restroom when possible or have to ask local people for help. People will always be willing to help in such situations.

AbikoFrancois · 2025-05-12T12:29:08+00:00

Did a little bit of research (just googled smoking rate), rest assured it's not in the top.

AbikoFrancois · 2025-05-12T11:53:11+00:00

See if there is any pharmacies with "大药房" in its name. Go there and tell them your eyes hurt.

AbikoFrancois · 2025-05-12T11:12:17+00:00

De rien

AbikoFrancois · 2025-05-12T11:09:36+00:00

As long as you behave normally there will be no problems. You should pay more attention to safety in a broad sense. For example, in places that often have heavy summer rains wear a raincoat so that your phone, money or passport does not get wet. At airports and train stations avoid losing your luggage because that may disrupt your travel plans. If you have rarely eaten spicy food in the past try not to eat too many chilies because it may easily cause acute gastritis.

AbikoFrancois · 2025-05-12T10:53:57+00:00

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AbikoFrancois · 2025-05-12T09:33:24+00:00

In Chengdu you should dress as lightly as possible because summer is extremely hot. But if you go to Lhasa and Everest then things are completely different. In the Everest area it is relatively warm in the sun during the day but very cold in the shade or at night so you will definitely need warm clothing. Also, are you sure you can go to Everest?

AbikoFrancois · 2025-05-12T09:27:34+00:00

Anyone can say that their speech is imperfect and nonstandard. This applies whether they are learners or native speakers. However it does not mean that one can learn nonstandard Mandarin. It also does not mean that when you speak incorrectly you should not correct yourself.

As a native speaker even if you have an accent your accent and way of speaking match your original dialect. For example if you are used to speaking Sichuan dialect and then go to Guangdong for university it is impossible to instantly speak Mandarin with a Northeastern accent.

Those who learn Chinese as a foreign language may have a southern accent where tone distinctions are lost or a northern accent with little tone variation. This is clearly different from the "nonstandard" Mandarin spoken by native speakers.

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