China Survival Information
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Things are different in China. And I am not just talking about the language. The following information will help you survive despite these differences. This booklet assumes you are a Western traveler coming directly from your home country to mainland China. The booklet's goal is to provide practical and current information that will allow you to plan and execute your trip most effectively.
I am an American who has lived, worked, and vacationed in China for many years. The booklet is different from most China travel guides, which are written to encourage tourism and not frequently updated. Travel guides usually contain glowing reports of life in a particular country; I tell it like it is!
This e-book contains street-smart information on Health, Transportation, Money Matters, Internet and Telephone use, Electrical Power and Adaptors, Weather, Clothing, Time, the Chinese calendar, Public Holidays, Tipping, and Measurements. I list web sites that contain additional information on all of the above subjects.
Despite the challenges of China I hope you will find your visit enjoyable and if on a business trip, profitable. The world stands in admiration of the economic miracle called China and fascinated by the modern version of this ancient civilization. I have included personal vignettes to provide travelers insight into Chinese culture and a taste of the exciting experience of China.
Lawrence DeAngelo
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China Survival Information - Lawrence DeAngelo
China Survival Information
Lawrence DeAngelo
ISBN: 978-0-692-63263-5
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China Survival Information
Preface
Things are different in China. And I am not just talking about the language. The following information will help you survive despite these differences. This booklet assumes you are a Western traveler coming directly from your home country to mainland China. The booklet's goal is to provide practical and current information that will allow you to plan and execute your trip most effectively.
This is e-book gives you the most information if you are viewing it connected to the internet.
The author has lived, worked, and played in China. The booklet is different from most China travel guides, which are written to encourage tourism and not frequently updated. Travel guides usually contain glowing reports of life in a particular country; I tell it like it is! I also list web sites that contain invaluable travel, health and safety information
This booklet does not contain information on the interesting things you can see during your stay, the incredible Chinese people you will encounter, or the economic opportunity of China. You know these things already and that is why you probably decided you are going to travel to China. This booklet answers the question: Is it safe for you to go?
We give you the facts and only you can decide. If you decide to travel to China this booklet will help make your trip enjoyable and productive.
One important comment we should make right up front: Public hygiene and sanitation in China are dramatically different than what you find in most developed Western countries. Most Western visitors visiting large China hotels in larger cities will find cleanliness and sanitary conditions acceptable. However, they will be uncomfortable with the conditions outside of these hotels. The environment in China is a disaster – comparable to the U.S. in the early 19th century or worse. If you are visiting Beijing a clear view of