Comments on: A Luxury Guide to Beijing

By: Hercules

Hercules — Mon, 20 Jul 2015 11:37:31 +0000

I found one important topic that you didn’t cover- how’s the security there? I understand I woun’t get assaulted, but I thought there are plenty of thieves? Is it true? I’ve been to Moscow and in Travel all Russia agencies website it said that it is as safe as Beijing, although I had some situations when I was in Moscow. So what’s the chance of getting robbed?

By: Trilive

Trilive — Fri, 16 Jan 2015 03:06:09 +0000

I agree, Beijing has a lot of scenic views making it as one of the best destination for a quick getaway luxurious vacation ever. The cityfringe is similar to other asian cities particularly Singapore.

By: Fabiana

Fabiana — Wed, 14 Jan 2015 01:13:49 +0000

You have some really cools tuff in here that i’d lioke to add to my trip. I hope I get enough time.

By: Rachel Jones

Rachel Jones — Mon, 12 Jan 2015 10:21:53 +0000

In reply to Lim Boon Ching. I'd love to see China.

By: Rachel Jones

Rachel Jones — Mon, 12 Jan 2015 08:18:02 +0000

In reply to Joella in Beijing. Hi Joella, Ughghgh junk box!! how weird! I have never actually checked mine, maybe should do so..

By: Joella in Beijing

Joella in Beijing — Sun, 11 Jan 2015 04:47:56 +0000

Nice write up from Richelle! The great thing about Beijing is that it’s so big so there’s something for every taste and budget. I’d pick some of these things but pick some others differently- but that just shows what a great city it is- so much choice! Oh Rachel- I found your email in my junk box aghhh! That will teach me not to check it ha! I’ll get back to you ASAP (but it’s like 2 months later now ha woops…) x

By: Tim | UrbanDuniya

Tim | UrbanDuniya — Fri, 09 Jan 2015 02:53:55 +0000

I’d love to go to Beijing… and from what I can tell, it’s changing so quickly, there’s always something new to look at. And with all that change, I can imagine the luxury options would be almost endless!

By: Lim Boon Ching

Lim Boon Ching — Thu, 08 Jan 2015 23:43:49 +0000

Hi Rachel, you are so lucky! How I wish I have an opportunity to travel around the world and taste the best thing in life. Indeed, Beijing is a good place to visit because of its historical background.

By: Richelle @AdventuresAroundAsia

Richelle @AdventuresAroundAsia — Mon, 05 Jan 2015 16:06:26 +0000

In reply to Sonja Riemenschneider.

When my parents eventually visit me I’m going to insist they stay in that “hostel for grownups” so I can crash the wine tasting! Meeting locals can be a bit difficult in China if you don’t speak Chinese, but a lot of Chinese people are curious to get to know foreigners, and will want to take your picture! I actually wrote a whole post on how to get around China without speaking Chinese (http://www.adventuresaroundasia.com/2014/09/27/travel-in-china-without-speaking-chinese/) I’ve found it’s one of the biggest anxieties for travelers in China, but it’s actually much easier than you’d think! I’ve met so many backpackers that come here without speaking a word, and they get around just fine.

By: Laura

Laura — Mon, 05 Jan 2015 11:53:02 +0000

This looks like a perfect guide! I haven’t been to China, but it’s on my list for sure. I’ll be bookmarking this one!

By: Melissa

Melissa — Sun, 04 Jan 2015 16:22:13 +0000

Loved this post. I’m headed to Beijing in the Spring and this gave me some great ideas of things to do. Thanks for sharing!

By: Renuka

Renuka — Sun, 04 Jan 2015 15:48:43 +0000

Beijing looks like a fabulous city – clean and sophisticated. Very nice architecture! I’m not much into luxury or glamour, but I’m sure indulgence once in a while when it’s affordable isn’t a bad idea! ;-)

By: Sonja Riemenschneider

Sonja Riemenschneider — Sun, 04 Jan 2015 15:46:11 +0000

Great luxury guide, Richelle, thanks! That hostel for grown-ups sounds pretty cool. I’ve always gotten the sense that it would be hard to interact with locals in China, but do you think that is true? How hard is it to travel there without knowing the language?

By: Richelle @AdventuresAroundAsia

Richelle @AdventuresAroundAsia — Sun, 04 Jan 2015 13:40:03 +0000

In reply to Rebekah. I completely agree Rebekah! I think China (like India) gets bad press internationally for tourists. China is such an awesome place to travel, and it's definitely budget friendly, even if you want a bit of luxury.

By: Rebekah

Rebekah — Sun, 04 Jan 2015 12:35:15 +0000

I’m always happy to see china getting some attention as a travel spot- so many people tell me how they’d never want to come here which I find so sad. Beijing is fun, and I definitely did not do it in luxury style last time… there’s always next time though.