Our last day in Beijing begins with a walk around Tiananmen Square with seemingly endless lines of Chinese visitors waiting to see the National Museum of China and Memorial Hall, the final resting spot of former Chairman Mao Zedong. Outside China, this location undoubtedly brings to mind the 1989 pro-democracy…
Leaving the Four Seasons at 8:30AM, we’re on the way to the Great Wall today, about 2 hours north. Our destination is a bit further than other tour companies use, but should also provide a quieter, less crowded access point. Arriving early (which is unheard of with Beijing traffic), we’re…
After touching down at Beijing Capital International Airport, we’re greeted by airport VIP staff to assist with our immigration and customs clearance. This tiny, delicate looking woman keeps us nearly running behind her as she sprints down the hallways. At luggage claim, she insists on helping us load all three heavy…
China continues its dramatic transformation and now is the time to go. If you’ve never been or want to revisit places you’ve seen in the past, we highly recommend our Majestic China Tour with Imperial Tours. This luxury tour company is offering a 10-night journey, covering the “must-sees” for a…
