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RP tourism bears brunt of Manila hostage-taking
The country's tourism sector has started to feel the effects of last Monday's deadly hostage-taking at the very center of Manila, with local airlines and hotels reporting a wave of flight and booking cancellations just days after the tragedy.
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Accidents hurting Yichun tourism
Tuesday night's plane crash that killed 42 people in Yichun in Northeast China's Heilongjiang province gives an additional blow to local tourism that is already suffering from an earlier explosion.
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China says airport not responsible for plane crash
A top aviation official has defended the safety of an airport in remote northeast China where a plane crashed while coming in for a night landing - the country's worst commercial air disaster in nearly six years, a state news agency reported. read more
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Question by roca: where and how can i find chinese travel partner?
i'm living in china at guangzhou recently. it has been few years i'm here. Now i'm going back to nepal soon. i am originally from nepal. i'm trying to find some chinese speakers travel mate to go nepal with me. I can't speak chinese yet so is there some web sites, ther way i can meet some people who're going to nepal?

Best answer:

Answer by Elena S
Chinese people going to nepal would prefer to go there without your help, especially if you don't speak Chinese

What do you think? Answer below!

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Cheap Vacation Travel Packages versus Independent Budget Travel

When traveling on a budget, one of the most often asked questions is whether it is best to travel independently, reserving your own airfare, hotel stay and sightseeing reservations, or choose a package tour where everything is set up for you in advance.

Unfortunately, there is no easy answer to this question. It is largely dependent on the location you have selected and dates of travel. For instance, travel to European destinations are often less costly to book on your own, especially when the airlines are running specials of European airfares in the off-season.

On the other hand, travel to many exotic locations, like Egypt, Morocco, Kenya, South Africa, Thailand, and India, are often much less expensive when booked through a vacation package company or travel agent. That is because these tour operators often have special deals with the national airlines of these companies, and with very nice resort hotels, to provide considerable discounts in exchange for a steady flow of business.

For instance, with a little bit of shopping, you can book a vacation package from New York to Egypt for a grand total of ,100, including airfare, an excellent hotel, daily breakfast, airport transfers, and daily sightseeing tours, including guided tours of the pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx. This is far less than you would have paid if you had booked this trip independently.

Similar deals exist for other locations, notably India, China, and Taiwan. So be sure to check on the availability of these package deals when shopping for a budget travel deal.

Of course, some great deals can be had on your own as well, and this is often a great way to go, especially if you are a solo traveler. Solo travelers often have difficulty getting those great deals on package deals, since the required single supplement can often ruin the deal.

It is also important to find out exactly what is, and what is not included, in any package you are considering. Many package deals have optional excursions built in, and these extras can add considerable cost. Be sure to ask for a detailed daily itinerary to determine if you will be left on your own if you fail to take these optional. Also ask for a detailed list of these optional excursions, including full descriptions and prices, and then carefully compare the total price to what you could find on your own.

If you are traveling on your own, be sure to start shopping early, especially if you are traveling by air. The important thing to remember is that airlines allocate only so many seats for those advertised low fares, and if you fail to act quickly, you may be out of luck. It is important to book the airfare, and the hotel, as early as possible to ensure the lowest possible prices.

Ultimately, the decision of whether to choose a vacation package deal or independent travel is up to each individual traveler. It is important to carefully compare package prices with those for independent travel to the same location. It is also important to consider your own personal travel style. Some people are more comfortable with a packaged tour, particularly to an unfamiliar location, while others relish the freedom from schedules that independent travel provides.

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Which Type of Visa to China Should You Get?

If you are a resident or citizen of the US, and you are planning a trip to China, then you need to get a visa for China travel. There are, however, six different types of visa for China, and you need to be sure that you get the right type. If not, you might encounter serious problems with the government of China, because you won’t have the right paperwork for travel around the country. Below are the six types of visa for China:

Tourist visa (type L)

If you are planning to travel to Chins for personal reasons only, that is a vacation, or to visit friends or family, then this is the type you need. If you travel on a type L visa then you may not conduct any type of business or engage in any type of work, whilst you are there.

Business visa (type F)

If you are traveling to China for business purposes, or for cultural, scientific or technological exchange, advanced education of up to 6 months’ duration, to deliver a lecture or carry out an investigation, then you need a business visa. If you are a student with a type F visa you are not permitted to work in China, but you are allowed to act as an unpaid intern.

Work visa (type Z)

If you want to take up employment in China, then you need a type Z visa. If you are traveling with dependents, they will also need the same type of visa.

Student visa (type X)

If you are going to be studying for higher education in China, then you need a student visa. The length of time the visa allows you to stay is determined by your course. The visa should be converted to a Residence Permit within thirty days of your arrival. This is done in the town where you will be living &/or studying, by the Public Security Bureau. You will need to supply proof of enrolment and your course’s length.

Crew visa (type C)

People who are part of a flight crew, arriving in China and leaving on the same or next day, need a type C visa. If you are going to be staying longer than overnight, you will need a different type of visa.

News media visa (type J1 or J2)

Journalists or news organizations needing to travel to China in order to cover news events need a news media visa. The length of time they are permitted to remain in the country is usually a few months at most, and this will be decided when the visa is issued.

The type of China visa you need is dependent on your reason for wanting to go there. Each type is governed by strict rules, and you must abide by these completely, or you could face immediate deportation and criminal charges. Therefore it’s important to know what type of visa for China you need, and to submit the correct documentation, including forms and supporting paperwork. This will make the whole process as quick and as easy as possible, and ensure that you are fully familiar with the restrictions applying to your visit.

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