https://chinatour.eastmarvel.com/china-travel-guides/ China travel tips, Yangtze cruise guides, and trip inspiration from East Marvel. en-us https://chinatour.eastmarvel.com/china-travel-guides/victoria-anna-cruises-details.html https://chinatour.eastmarvel.com/china-travel-guides/victoria-anna-cruises-details.html Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT Victoria Cruises is the American-managed line on the Chongqing–Yichang Three Gorges run. This guide covers the 4- or 5-day route, Anna vs Jenna, balcony decks, and what the fare includes — then send East Marvel a Trip List for live dates. https://chinatour.eastmarvel.com/china-travel-guides/victoria-jenna-cruises-details.html https://chinatour.eastmarvel.com/china-travel-guides/victoria-jenna-cruises-details.html Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT Victoria Cruises is the American-managed line on the Chongqing–Yichang Three Gorges run. This guide covers the 4- or 5-day route, katarina vs Jenna, balcony decks, and what the fare includes — then send East Marvel a Trip List for live dates. https://chinatour.eastmarvel.com/china-travel-guides/china-tea-culture-hangzhou-longjing-to-tibetan-butter-tea.html https://chinatour.eastmarvel.com/china-travel-guides/china-tea-culture-hangzhou-longjing-to-tibetan-butter-tea.html Tue, 25 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT Follow China tea culture from Hangzhou Longjing gardens to Tibetan butter tea, with tasting notes, etiquette, and ways to add both to a China itinerary. https://chinatour.eastmarvel.com/china-travel-guides/victoria-isabella-cruises-details.html https://chinatour.eastmarvel.com/china-travel-guides/victoria-isabella-cruises-details.html Tue, 25 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT Victoria Cruises is the American-managed line on the Chongqing–Yichang Three Gorges run. This guide covers the 4- or 5-day route, Isabella vs Sabrina, balcony decks, and what the fare includes — then send East Marvel a Trip List for live dates. https://chinatour.eastmarvel.com/china-travel-guides/victoria-katarina-cruises-details.html https://chinatour.eastmarvel.com/china-travel-guides/victoria-katarina-cruises-details.html Tue, 25 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT Victoria Cruises is the American-managed line on the Chongqing–Yichang Three Gorges run. This guide covers the 4- or 5-day route, katarina vs Jenna, balcony decks, and what the fare includes — then send East Marvel a Trip List for live dates. https://chinatour.eastmarvel.com/china-travel-guides/victoria-sabrina-cruises-details.html https://chinatour.eastmarvel.com/china-travel-guides/victoria-sabrina-cruises-details.html Tue, 25 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT Victoria Cruises is the American-managed line on the Chongqing–Yichang Three Gorges run. This guide covers the 4- or 5-day route, Isabella vs Sabrina, balcony decks, and what the fare includes — then send East Marvel a Trip List for live dates. https://chinatour.eastmarvel.com/china-travel-guides/victoria-cruises-details.html https://chinatour.eastmarvel.com/china-travel-guides/victoria-cruises-details.html Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT Victoria Cruises is the American-managed line on the Chongqing–Yichang Three Gorges run. This guide covers the 4- or 5-day route, Isabella vs Sabrina, balcony decks, and what the fare includes — then send East Marvel a Trip List for live dates. https://chinatour.eastmarvel.com/china-travel-guides/yangtze-cruise-day-1-boarding-in-chongqing-or-yichang.html https://chinatour.eastmarvel.com/china-travel-guides/yangtze-cruise-day-1-boarding-in-chongqing-or-yichang.html Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT How to reach your Yangtze ship on night one: Chaotianmen piers in Chongqing, Maoping shuttles in Yichang, and the notices that can move your dock. https://chinatour.eastmarvel.com/china-travel-guides/china-climate-explained-north-south-typhoons.html https://chinatour.eastmarvel.com/china-travel-guides/china-climate-explained-north-south-typhoons.html Fri, 14 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT A plain map of China climate for Western travelers: Qinling–Huaihe heating, southern damp cold, dry west vs humid east, and July–September typhoon planning. https://chinatour.eastmarvel.com/china-travel-guides/china-festival-calendar-2026-2027-crowd-flags-closures-chinese-new-year.html https://chinatour.eastmarvel.com/china-travel-guides/china-festival-calendar-2026-2027-crowd-flags-closures-chinese-new-year.html Fri, 14 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT China’s 2026–2027 festival calendar plus a Spring Festival go-or-wait guide—crowd flags, closures, temple fairs, and booking tips for East Marvel itineraries. https://chinatour.eastmarvel.com/china-travel-guides/china-food-festivals-culture-series-4-combined-guides.html https://chinatour.eastmarvel.com/china-travel-guides/china-food-festivals-culture-series-4-combined-guides.html Fri, 14 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT Four East Marvel guides covering first-timer dining, Beijing duck and Sichuan hotpot, 2026–2027 festival dates including Spring Festival, plus everyday culture and temple etiquette. https://chinatour.eastmarvel.com/china-travel-guides/china-train-types-seats-and-services-a-decision-guide.html https://chinatour.eastmarvel.com/china-travel-guides/china-train-types-seats-and-services-a-decision-guide.html Fri, 14 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT One decision guide for China trains: pick the letter on the train number, then the seat or berth, then know luggage, food, toilets, and power onboard. https://chinatour.eastmarvel.com/china-travel-guides/chinese-culture-for-travelers-etiquette-face-daily-norms.html https://chinatour.eastmarvel.com/china-travel-guides/chinese-culture-for-travelers-etiquette-face-daily-norms.html Fri, 14 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT A practical culture briefing for China: face and politeness, queues, photography, tipping, dining manners, and how small guided groups reduce awkward moments. https://chinatour.eastmarvel.com/china-travel-guides/chinese-food-for-first-timers-beijing-duck-hotpot-how-to-order-mild.html https://chinatour.eastmarvel.com/china-travel-guides/chinese-food-for-first-timers-beijing-duck-hotpot-how-to-order-mild.html Fri, 14 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT First China trip? Regional flavors versus takeout abroad, Peking duck timing, hutong snacks, and how to order mild Sichuan or Chongqing hotpot on a classic route. https://chinatour.eastmarvel.com/china-travel-guides/temple-etiquette-in-china-dress-photos-incense-tibetan-sites.html https://chinatour.eastmarvel.com/china-travel-guides/temple-etiquette-in-china-dress-photos-incense-tibetan-sites.html Fri, 14 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT Visit Chinese temples and monasteries respectfully: dress, photos, incense, donations, hall behavior, and extra notes for Tibetan sites on East Marvel trips. https://chinatour.eastmarvel.com/china-travel-guides/best-time-for-a-yangtze-river-cruise-2026-when-to-sail.html https://chinatour.eastmarvel.com/china-travel-guides/best-time-for-a-yangtze-river-cruise-2026-when-to-sail.html Thu, 13 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT The best time for a Yangtze River cruise is April–May and September–November—mild decks, greener or autumn gorges, and strong Chongqing–Yichang schedules. https://chinatour.eastmarvel.com/china-travel-guides/best-time-to-visit-china-2026-season-by-season-guide.html https://chinatour.eastmarvel.com/china-travel-guides/best-time-to-visit-china-2026-season-by-season-guide.html Thu, 13 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT Spring (April–May) and autumn (September–October after Golden Week) give first-time visitors the best weather and crowds for Beijing, Guilin, and the Yangtze. https://chinatour.eastmarvel.com/china-travel-guides/china-airports-guide-dual-hubs-for-first-time-visitors.html https://chinatour.eastmarvel.com/china-travel-guides/china-airports-guide-dual-hubs-for-first-time-visitors.html Thu, 13 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT First landings in China go through a few gateway cities. Learn IATA codes, Beijing and Shanghai dual airports, and a calm plan from landing into town. https://chinatour.eastmarvel.com/china-travel-guides/china-entry-exit-rules-2026-immigration-customs-baggage-tax-refund-export.html https://chinatour.eastmarvel.com/china-travel-guides/china-entry-exit-rules-2026-immigration-customs-baggage-tax-refund-export.html Thu, 13 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT After landing and before you leave—Arrival Card and hotel registration, Red/Green customs channels, personal baggage limits, departure VAT refund, and what tourists cannot export. https://chinatour.eastmarvel.com/china-travel-guides/china-visa-application-guide-2026-cova-invitation-embassies-port-visa-faq.html https://chinatour.eastmarvel.com/china-travel-guides/china-visa-application-guide-2026-cova-invitation-embassies-port-visa-faq.html Thu, 13 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT Step-by-step China visa filing—from COVA and biometrics to invitation letters, finding the right embassy/CVASC, why port visa is not casual VOA, and traveler FAQ.