TourChina.com - Get Answers to Some Frequently Asked Questions

Find brief answers for many common frequently asked questions regarding our site, its services and China travelling in general. We hope you'll find information on this page useful and we are constantly working on making this travelling site bigger and better for our users.

• Where can I learn more about China's best tourist destinations?
  
• Do I need to pay or register for TourChina.com in order to use it?
  
• Is China popular among tourists and backpackers?
  
• What is the best season to see China?
  
• Is finding your way within the country and getting around it easy?
  
• What is China's currency?
  
• Where should I exchange money in China?
  
• Do Chinese Generally Speak Good English?
  
• How can I learn more about your travelling website?
  
• Is it safe to purchase services through your website?
  
  
  
  
  

  TourChina.com Answers

  
  
• Where can I learn more about China's best tourist destinations?
  China is packed with temples, museums, historical sites and natural views. On the left navigation bar on our web site's Home Page, you can find a list of popular destination and tourist attractions in this beautiful Asian country. Click on the links for a short review on the different locations as well as for useful links with further explanations.
  
  
• Do I need to pay or register for TourChina.com in order to use it?
  The travelling information and tourist tips offered on TourJapan.com are all FREE. If you like to arrange your trip using our travelling services you may also do so without registering or paying commissions.
  
  
• Is China popular among tourists and backpackers?
  Today China is an incredibly popular destination for tourists of all sectors and it offers many different styles of travelling - from luxurious high-class trips to backpacking and adventurous hiking. The country has not always been on good terms with western countries, but later political changes have increased the country's openness to outsiders and nowadays tourist is a flourishing industry. It is very easy to get from one place to another but it is best to plan ahead and book flights and cars in advance to save delays, discomfort and language barriers.
  
  
• What is the best season to see China?
  China is a massive country and its weather changes greatly from one area to another. Summers are pretty hot and winters can be in some parts of the country extremely cold. However, whether differs greatly across the country depending on topography, altitude and other natural factors. Beijing is usually dry and chilly but on occasions it is struck by heavy snow. If you decide to travel to China's north in winter time, remember that you'll have to deal with freezing cold and stormy weather. As two popular periods of the year to see this Asian country are September to November and April to June. These times of the year feature mild comfortable temperatures that allow safe traveling throughout most of the country. The best way to go is to decide which Chinese cities interest you more, and then find out what is the best time to see them.
  
  
• Is finding your way within the country and getting around it easy?
  China is a modernized country with an incredible railway system as well as bus system. Main cities usually have airports and in some parts of your trip it may be advised to fly in order to save some time.
  
  
• What is China's currency?
  The currency used in China currency is the Chinese Yuan.
  
  
• Where should I exchange money in China?
  If you're used to using credit cards and debits, beware - in China the main way of paying for services, merchandise and even accommodation is cash. Some of the bigger businesses may art times accept international credit cards, but try not to count on it or you'll find yourself in uncomfortable situations. Many of the ATMs in the metropolitans and central cities accept known international cards, but you need to find those that offer these services. In smaller towns make sure you always have spare cash ready, just in case. The Bank of China is usually the safest place to exchange traveler checks or foreign currency. Don't allow yourself to be tempted by better rates in the streets. There are many fake bills that may escape even a close examination.
  
  
• Do Chinese Generally Speak Good English?
  There are over a billion people in China and many do not speak good English or, for that matter - English at all. In the cities you will usually be able to find someone to communicate with, but some preparations can protect you from serious discomfort. Find the time to copy some useful sentences from the user friendly chinese.travel-way.net and be ready to use large hand movements when all else fails.
  
  
• How can I learn more about your travelling website?
  Check out or About Us page for more information regarding out Asian travelling site. If you still have questions that remain unanswered, feel free to Contact Us at any given time.
  
  
• Is it safe to purchase services through your website?
  TourChina.com is a SAFE and RELIABLE travelling site that protects and values its visitor's right of privacy. For more clarifications regarding this point, please go to our Privacy Policy page.