China

China’s enormous size means you find every type of climate within its borders, from tropical to polar, as well as ancient ruins, ultra-modern skyscrapers, and a cuisine that runs from dumplings to numbingly spicy hot pot. Its megacities buzz with energy while deep pockets of its vast gorgeous nature landscape—turquoise beaches, mist-wreathed mountains, and seemingly infinite deserts—remain wild.

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Planning your trip

Use these articles, resources, and guides to plan and inspire your next trip to China.

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Sleeping with the fishes takes on a whole new meaning at these villas and suites under the sea.
Whether you’re looking for seaside getaways, reinvented spaces, classics reborn, urban sanctuaries, or adventure retreats, these hotels make being on the road feel like home. This is hospitality in the 21st century.
With underwater suites, waterslides, and a record-setting aquarium, it’s a luxury hotel with the soul of a theme park.
These hotel openings and events will do just that.
Experience a hotel stay made for royalty.
Resources to help plan your trip
Consultancy group Resonance has published its inaugural list of the best cities in the Asia–Pacific region, ranking which urban centers thrive when it comes to quality of life, outdoor spaces, and economic factors.
These luminous events, from Chiang Mai to O‘ahu, are rooted in ancient cultural traditions.
Viking’s unique new China itineraries offer a rare opportunity to explore lesser-known regions along the country’s coast.
From China to Colombia and Spain, we’ve highlighted some of the best markets, boutiques, and designers to support small, local businesses and unearth sustainable products to bring home with you.
These design-driven museums and hotels—plus a library, airport, and aquarium—are practically works of art.
It’s always a good idea to learn local etiquette before traveling somewhere unfamiliar.
If you’re planning an international trip with a U.S. passport, here’s where you’ll need to be extra prepared with your paperwork.
“Fall” in love with these nine superlative-packed falls, spanning the globe.
The new museum is also one of China’s latest architectural wonders.
Hundreds of flights have been canceled as sand and dust engulfed Beijing.
Shanghai may be a bustling metropolis, but hidden behind its modern façade are the quirky charms that make the city so special. Wander into old neighborhoods to see what the locals are up to, and send wishes to a happy couple on the Waibaidu Bridge. Or, visit a master of calligraphy and learn to fly a kite. No matter where you wander, there’s bound to be a quirky surprise on every Shanghai corner.
There’s plenty to do in Shanghai, but if you’re pressed for time, prioritize those experiences that will give you a well-rounded perspective on the city. From an early morning stroll around Jing’an Park to an acrobat show to seeing the Bund by night, even taking a day trip to a water village, here’s an ideal itinerary for Shanghai.
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