Planning
All trisAino articles tagged “Planning”.
Four autumn markets worth a detour in Beijing
The "Hills, Fields and Fine Finds" Autumn Market at Baiwang Mountain Forest Park runs until November 15, open 9:00–17:00 on weekends and public holidays, with some vendors also open on weekdays. It's spread across four spots on the mountain: Stele Pavilion Square at the East Gate, Guanjingtai (Capital-Viewing Terrace) on the mountainside, She Taijun's Temple at the summit, and the Forest Theater at the North Gate.
Your First 24 Hours in China Start Before You Fly
Prepare for your first day in China with a 14-item checklist covering entry documents, arrival cards, payments, eSIMs, maps, trains, hotels, attractions, packing, and cash backups.
China Travel Checklist 2026: What to Prepare Before You Go
A practical pre-trip checklist for China covering entry rules, documents, payments, internet, maps, hotels, bookings, and backup plans.
Inside Beijing's Extraordinary Antique Museum Hotel
Inside Palace International Hotel Beijing: its museum spaces, ornate displays and palace-style interiors, with practical booking questions and trisAino Concierge help.
Shanghai Disneyland or Universal Studios Beijing? Which Fits Your China Trip?
Choose between Shanghai Disneyland and Universal Studios Beijing by your favorite characters, city itinerary and park-day plans. Give either a full day.
A 10-Day Beijing, Chengdu and Shanghai Itinerary
Follow a detailed 10-day Beijing, Chengdu and Shanghai route, with four days in Beijing, three in Chengdu and three in Shanghai.
Golf in China: Lakes, Lava and a View of the Great Wall
Where to play golf in China, what a round may cost, and what to arrange before handing your clubs to a caddie.
Beijing Has Two Airports: Check PEK or PKX Before You Travel
Check PEK or PKX before you travel, understand the two airport express services and avoid going to the wrong Beijing airport.
Shanghai Pudong or Hongqiao? How to Choose the Right Airport for Your Trip
Two airports, a faster rail connection—and a few names worth checking before you travel.
Do Children Need Their Own Train Tickets in China?
Free travel does not mean a separate seat. What foreign families should check about age, passports, child registration and ticket fares.
Rolex Shanghai Masters 2026: Players, Tickets and Planning Your Visit
Make tennis part of your Shanghai trip, with the announced player field, official ticket links and practical advice for getting to—and home from—Qizhong.
How to Avoid Going to the Wrong Train Station in China
Big Chinese cities have several railway stations. Here is how to match your train booking to the right map or taxi destination before leaving your hotel.
Chinese Number Gestures: How to Show 1–10 with One Hand
Learn a common set of Chinese number gestures from 1–10, with illustrated hands, two ways to show three, and practical tips for avoiding misunderstandings.
Do You Tip in China? Restaurants, Hotels, Drivers and Tour Guides
Everyday spending usually does not require a tip in mainland China. Service charges and tour arrangements need a closer look—here is what to ask.
Should You Travel in China During National Day Golden Week? Trains, Crowds and a Workable Plan
China does not close for Golden Week—it moves all at once. Here is how to protect train bookings, attraction reservations and the route between them in 2026.
How Do You Do Laundry While Traveling in China? Hotels, Laundromats and App-Only Machines
The most reliable laundry plan in China starts with your hotel. Here is how to check for washers and dryers, handle QR-only machines and find a workable backup.
How Should You Save and Show Chinese Addresses So Drivers, Hotels and Couriers Can Find You?
A correct street address can still send you to the wrong door. Save the Chinese name, exact entrance, map pin and contact details for every important stop.
Do You Need a Chinese Phone Number to Travel in China? A Task-by-Task Answer
Most visitors can pay, book rides, buy train tickets and navigate with an overseas number. Here is where a mainland China number actually helps.
Emergency Numbers in China for Travelers: What to Call and What to Do
Save China's police, ambulance, fire, traffic, government-service, and immigration numbers, plus clear steps for medical emergencies and a lost passport.