Blog Category - Travel

Traveling in Beijing with Covid Restrictions
A guide to visiting a few of Beijing's most popular tourist sites amid ever-changing Covid rules and restrictions.
Emulate Chinese Royalty with Afternoon Tea at Prince Jun’s Mansion Hotel
Feel transported back in time to the Qing dysnasty with this Chinese-style afternoon tea.
Everything You Need To Know About the Playful World of Eric Carle Exhibition
This is the kind of art show that, while geared towards kids, is fun for all ages.
These Historial and Cultural Sites Have Reopened to the Public
A number of cultural sites have reopened following an ease in Covid cases in the capital.
Use This Mini Program to Find Your Next Beijing Apartment
Need to find an apartment without hassle? Look no further than Ziroom
3 Places to Escape Summer Heat in Beijing
A few river and waterside getaways to beat the heat.
Picnic Essentials for a Perfect Summer Afternoon
Warmer months are good for picnicking.
The Best of Beijing in Readers' Photos: Beijing Weather Edition
A look at the capital's weather through the eyes (and camera lenses) of our readers.
3 Wetland Parks You Must Visit This Summer
Nothing beats escaping from the city on a hot summer day than a visit to one of Beijing's finest creations: the National Wetlands.
Get Cultured: A Handful of Talks, Courses & Shows for This Weekend
A few cultural events for the weekend.
Mandarin Monday – Defining the Different Words for Hotel in Chinese
In Mandarin 酒店 jiǔdiàn, 饭店 fàndiàn, 宾馆 bīnguǎn, 旅馆, lǚguǎn all mean "hotel" but what's the difference?
An Upgraded List of Places Where Foreigners Can Get Vaccines
Wondering where to get vaccines?
Fancy a Getaway? Beijing is Offering Discounts for Suburb Vacations
Part of the city's plan to boost suburban tourism over the summer months.
Got Any Photos of Beijing in Any Weather? Share Them with Us!
The weather goes beyond just snow and heat in the capital.
A Day at the Pool: Guoce International Conference and Exhibition Center
Beat the heat at this spot in Shunyi.