Chinese New Year Travel Tips

Travel within China during the Chinese Lunar New Year holidays has its advantages as well as its disadvantages. Here we've rounded up some travel tips to help you enjoy a smooth trip during Chinese New Year period.
On the Plus Side — Cultural Activities
It is one of the best times of the year to "rub shoulders" with the Chinese people. The Chinese tend to be open and friendly, but they are even more so during the Chinese Lunar New Year holidays, a time when everyone except for the most essential staff enjoy a week's paid vacation. You might consider celebrating with a Chinese family.
The opportunities to "rub shoulders" with the Chinese people are indeed many, given the many cultural activities that take place during this period. The best places to watch these cultural activities are Beijing and Hong Kong. See The Best Cities for Chinese New Year.
Recommended Chinese New Year Destinations and Tours
Beijing
It is the best place to feel the Spring Festival (Chinese New Year) atmosphere and experience traditional Chinese New Year activities. Beijing tours recommendations:
· China New Year Celebration Tour
· Beijing Skiing Winter Tour
Harbin
You can experience the Spring Festival and Harbin International Ice and Snow Festival at the same time. See recommended Harbin tours:
· More Harbin tours
Guizhou
Celebrate New Year with local ethnic people, have an opportunity to attend their local ethnic festivals, and discover local Miao culture. Recommended Guizhou tour:
All the tours are customizable.