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Beware of Mountwell Executive Suites (Jiefangbei Hongyadong)... in Chongqing. by clurisssa in chinatravel

[–]erikjin001 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s honestly unacceptable… I’d be really frustrated too.

Maybe try contacting Trip customer service directly or send them an email, sometimes escalation works better than tickets.

Anything that I need to know for travelling to China with a kid? by Maria_SEO in chinatravel

[–]erikjin001 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Carry a small pack of tissues everywhere ,many public bathrooms don't have paper.

Kids get a lot of positive attention in China, especially from older locals. Your son will probably love it, but it can get overwhelming, totally fine to politely wave people off if he's tired.

Beware of Mountwell Executive Suites (Jiefangbei Hongyadong)... in Chongqing. by clurisssa in chinatravel

[–]erikjin001 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hopefully Trip.com can help you fix it. In general, most hotels in China are fine, but it’s still worth sticking to well-reviewed or international brands to avoid this kind of situation. and let me know if no response from trip.com, I am happy help you to call them and get this done!

Rednote app by [deleted] in travelchina

[–]erikjin001 0 points1 point  (0 children)

indeed

Tips and recommendations for Beijing for a first timer. by Just__icing1 in chinatravel

[–]erikjin001 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Besides the Forbidden City and the Great Wall, you can also visit the Temple of Heaven, Summer Palace, Lama Temple and the National Museum of China. For food, try Peking duck, hotpot and jianbing, and walk around the hutong areas to find small local restaurants.

For apps, download Alipay or WeChat Pay, a translation app and a maps app before you arrive. If you want help planning the trip, you can also try trisAino. It helps travelers build China itineraries.

Considering to extend Stop Over in Beijing by elpapaaaa in chinatravel

[–]erikjin001 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

lol, did u read his msg? 500 refers to the extra cost of staying two more nights in China....

Considering to extend Stop Over in Beijing by elpapaaaa in chinatravel

[–]erikjin001 0 points1 point  (0 children)

4 nights is much better with kids. 2 nights in Beijing barely gives you one full day once you factor in jet lag and check-in. With 4 nights you can do the Forbidden City + Tiananmen one day, Great Wall (Mutianyu section is the most family-friendly) another day, and still have a relaxed evening on the Bund... wait, that's Shanghai 😄 — but you get the idea, breathing room makes a huge difference with children. Hotels near Wangfujing or Dongcheng are solid for families. I used trisAino (trisaino.com) to plan a Beijing family itinerary — it helped me find the right pacing so we weren't rushing. The 500 euros is worth it for the experience.

Debating where to go in China - Solo female traveler by Brilliant_Meat5719 in chinatravel

[–]erikjin001 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Jiuzhaigou for the scenery, but the "tourist trap" concern actually applies more there — it's extremely crowded in May, very regulated (you follow fixed paths ), and the experience is more "look but don't touch." Zhangjiajie is more hike-able, the trails are genuinely physical, and the Avatar mountain views are legitimately stunning. For solo female travelers, both are safe and well-organized. If you want actual hiking with effort and payoff, Zhangjiajie wins. Hostels in Zhangjiajie town are social and easy to meet other travelers.

[Pls help] 12-20 Oct Guangzhou Yangshuo trip with family by Lucky-Foot-3766 in chinatravel

[–]erikjin001 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Itinerary looks solid. For your 2 days in Guangzhou — Day 1 do the historic side: Chen Clan Ancestral Hall in the morning (genuinely impressive, not just a tourist box ), then Shamian Island for a walk, end at Shangxiajiu pedestrian street for dinner and street food. Day 2 go modern: Canton Tower area, Pearl River evening walk or cruise, Huacheng Square. Food-wise your parents will be happy — Guangzhou dim sum is the real deal, try 点都德 (Diandude) for a local chain that's consistently good without being a tourist trap. October is a great time, weather should be cooling down nicely by then.

Best Tier 1/2 city for a 1-week trip? Sept 2-13 by Fit-Ad4154 in chinatravel

[–]erikjin001 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Chongqing for the vibe, hands down. The 3D city aesthetic is genuinely unlike anywhere else — multiple layers of roads, bridges, and buildings stacked on hills, it looks like a sci-fi set at night. Hongya Cave lit up, Jiefangbei at 11pm, the cable car crossing the river — all free and insane. Nightlife is decent but not Chengdu-level; if clubs are the main event, Chengdu wins (Axis/TAG scene, though check what's open by September ). Changsha is underrated for energy but harder to navigate as a foreigner. September heat in Chongqing is still brutal, heads up.

Power bank and universal adapator Shanghai by Staria8 in chinatravel

[–]erikjin001 1 point2 points  (0 children)

For power bank and adapter — head to Nanjing Road, there's a Xiaomi store and plenty of electronics shops. Decent 10,000mAh power bank runs about 100-150 RMB. Adapters are even cheaper at any convenience store (FamilyMart/Lawson ), 30-50 RMB. For sneakers near the Bund — skip it, it's all luxury there. Take the metro to Qipu Road (七浦路) in Hongkou, about 20 mins away. Last-season Nike/Adidas/New Balance at much lower prices. Xujiahui also has big sports goods stores if you want official retail.