First time visitors to China and seasoned Western ex-pats need to avoid pick pockets and thieves as well as regular tourist scams when traveling by train.

Apr 29, 2010 - Daniel Clarke

The Chinese tourism industry is lifting its game in the wake of the olympics and a new age of five-star hotels and luxury vacations is on the horizon.

Dec 26, 2007 - Judith Holford

China travel info includes hints for tourists who are more familiar with driving and flying than using taxis but choose to tour independently rather than with a group.

Nov 15, 2009 - Mistie Shaw

China has a vast railway network which every day moves thousands of travelers from one end of the country to the other, efficiently, quickly and inexpensively.

Sep 2, 2009 - Cheryl Probst

Hard-sleeper, soft-sleeper, middle berth, upper berth... what does it all mean? China's transportation system explained.

Dec 22, 2009 - Melissa Sullivan

China has many beautiful places to visit, but some of the most famous natural wonders lie in and around Guilin.

Oct 3, 2009 - Christopher Brown

This article explains how to buy international train tickets in Beijing, including Trans-Mongolian and Trans-Manchurian tickets.

Mar 18, 2011 - Richard Milnes

China's world-record train speed has brought a flurry of new interest in high-speed rail as an economic booster in the U.S. and Canada.

Dec 4, 2010 - D.A. Barber

In central China, one gymnastics school turns the nation's top young talent into world champions.

Oct 10, 2010 - Patrick Fraser

U.S. visitors heading to China can easily fill out a travel visa application for China online and get their visa through one of the many Internet visa agencies.

Nov 6, 2009 - Bridget Coila

China is a country of immense size and varied geographical landscapes. More than 24 million people visited China in 2008. Deciding where to go first can be a dilemma.

Sep 18, 2009 - Scott Hayden

Business travel in China can be a minefield for the novice but a new book aims to guide the business traveller through the hazards of social intercourse and business life

Aug 17, 2008 - Mari Nicholson

Packing for China? Here's some items to include on your list. Also included are some items you might want when you venture forth from your hotel.

Nov 23, 2010 - Jeff Fedorkiw

The Great Wall Marathon® organisers have set 16 May 2009 as the date for runners to scale The Great Wall of China Beijing in 5K, 10K, Half Marathon and Marathon races.

Jun 25, 2008 - Susan Morris

Yangshuo is a beautiful and remarkably calming town, despite its bustling appearance, it is located close to the Li Jiang River and is surrounded by limestone scenery.

Oct 16, 2008 - Victoria Jamieson

For beautifully restored Chinese pagodas and temples, breathtaking lake views, and well-tended gardens, there is no better place to travel to than Hangzhou.

Jul 9, 2009 - Camilla Cheung

The seaside city of Qingdao is a fascinating mix of German and Chinese influences due to its history as a German concession.

May 7, 2009 - Bridget Coila

For an authentic and off-the-beaten path view of Tibetan culture still living in China, visit these towns in Gansu and Sichuan provinces.

Jul 27, 2007 - Lisa Schroeder