Hey all -

I’m here visiting my wife’s family from the US. We’re also going to Xi’an and Shanghai (just to keep in mind for recommendations)

I wanted to get a tailored suit and advice on how the quality is if anyone has experience

Also recommendations would be appreciated for tech gadget shopping, home decoratives (artwork, rugs, etc), and gifts for the family/friends/coworkers. If theres anything else to shop for that’s unique to China in general vs the US, I’d appreciate it. Is it also fair to assume I can ship larger items back to the US?

Thanks!!

Hi all, first time to GZ. We are travelling as a fam (7 adults, 2 kids around 10-12yo) to GZ end of feb/beginning of March. Just an impromptu plan during CNY so we are looking into flights and accommodations all. Would appreciate any kind of advice or tips for this travel especially on the below items if you have any experience since most posts we have came across are in Chinese :) tqvm

1. Language - no issue as we can converse in both Mandarin / Cantonese but reading chinese characters may be a challenge
2. Any specific tip for airport to GZ and GZ to Baiyun airport?
3. Recommended district or hotel, preferably a bit more convenient (example close to subway) as we have folks in sixties and kids. Budget per night probably max 200yuan per pax per night if possible?
4. No dietary restrictions
5. Planning to use the subway generally for sightseeing but any local recommendation on apps similar to Uber/Grab in case parents or kids are tired or if we can still use Grab /Uber. If possible will download and register any local transportation app prior to arriving to GZ.
6. Is Wechat a must in GZ - our fam usually use Whatsapp / Messenger for communication
7. Which sightseeing place do you think we should really put on our list that's GZ landmark (shopping, temple, heritage sites etc)
8. Any advice generally

Purpose of the trip: parents wanna visit clan ancestral hall and just general sightseeing

Length: probably 4-6 whole days depending on itineraries (landing in the morning, departing at night)

May not be heading to HK if parents /kids are tired. Most likely a more laidback trip for food, shopping and chill :)

Truly appreciate any helpful tips while I'm also trying to google for all these 😊 tqvm

Hi all - first timer in China here. I'll be staying in a hotel in Tianhe in March and want to get the high speed train to Beijing. Looks like the fastest trains are at 08:38 and 12:13.

Firstly, what's the best way to get to the station from Tianhe (I'm staying near the Guangdong Museum)?

I'm also concerned about the traffic - which train would be easiest to get and what time should I leave Tianhe and aim to get to the station?

Any other tips very welcome. Thank you.

Planning to attend the GZ Canton fair on the 1st to 5th of May. I can converse in simple mandarin but lack the ability to read mandarin. What are some ways to get a fellow translator? Is there any locals willing to show me around! Will compensate, would love to see the beautiful city too!

I'm in the business of selling female clothings and accessories such as bras, underwear, IPL machines etc. Are there any other states that i should consider visiting?

Where in Gz can I buy Chinese traditional clothing? For men

I'm not staying at a hotel in GZ for the first time, as I'm with a friend. I know that hotels register for you, when you check in, but I'm unsure how to register at a police station. Maybe there is even a website or an app or wechat channel for this purpose?

Thanks for any hints

I am moving to Dong Guan in the next couple weeks and I was wondering if anyone had any connections to a local boxing or martial arts club? Even just a gym would be great. I also wondered if anyone offered tuition in Cantonese, I have a very basic grasp of mandarin but looking to improve. Again based in Dong Guan but willing to travel into Guangzhou. Also looking for friends and to hang out. Many thanks!

Are there any good sushi spots in GZ. I've had such meh experiences with the sushi I've ordered. I'd hate to have to cross the border for california rolls.

Hey everyone,

I’m interested in applying for a bachelor’s program at Sun Yat-sen University and was hoping to connect with someone currently studying there. I’d love to get some first-hand insights into the application process, admission requirements, and any tips for international students.

If you’re studying there (or have applied before), could you share details about: • The entry requirements (GPA, language proficiency, required documents, etc.) • How competitive the admissions process is • Any specific advice for international applicants • Your experience studying there so far

I’d really appreciate any help! Feel free to comment or DM me. Thanks in advance!

Hey, does anyone know some Western restaurants and bars that will be open tonight, especially in the Tianhe, Zhujiang Xincun and Taojin areas? I know Hooley's will be but not other places. Thanks.

Hi, any suggested budget 1 Day itinerary in GZ? Does the 8hr private car charter worth it for 100USD? or is it much better to take a commute/walk?

I've already booked a Hotel near airport. And have plans to visit Canton Tower at Night.

25M solo from California with elementary mandarin planning my trip.

This is what I have so far:

• Hong Kong: 5D
• Shenzhen: 1D
• Yunnan Province (Kunming, Dali, Lijiang): 5D
• Chengdu: 3D + Jiahaigou: 1D
• Chonqing: 3D
• Zhangjiajie: 2D
• Xi'an: 4D
• Beijing: 4D
• Nanjing: 2D
• Hangzhou: 2D
• Shanghai: 3D
• Fly back to California from SH

I've been told if I'm going to HK + SZ, it's not necessary to experience GZ. WDYT?

we are going there for 3 days from Hong Kong. we want a hotel that's near hot spots and canton tower. Taking high speed rail. Which station should I book? guangzhou north or south? sorry I don't have much idea..since it's my first time going there. I also want to smoke shisha, is there any good hookah/sisha lounge?

Hello everyone,

I wanted to go to the Chen clan today (28jan) but why is there so many people queuing? Is that a tradition during CNY ? Or is it normal?

Curious if something like this exists, in English preferably :)

Any ideas?

When do the marketplaces open again? Because they are closed because of CNY

I'm in Huadu District and how do I find local events in the area for the Chinese New Years ? how about in Guangzhou? Not sure if people will be out and about or all home. Thanks.

Hi! My fiancée is heading back to Guangzhou with his family. I asked if he can bring back items for our wedding, specifically for our tea ceremony. Does anyone have any recommendations on where to find decor and high quality tea ceremony items? Looking for a tea tray, tea pot, cups, kneeling cushions. Preferably porcelain drink ware! Also open to recommendations for the best tea to be served at the tea ceremony :) thank you so much!

I arrived today in guangzhou to see the celebrations and also take some photos with my old camera. I now have an issue with the camera where I need to access the bottom plate and that requires me to obtain a small Philips screw or to find a camera repair shop that would be open during these times.

The locals I've spoken to before I discovered my problem said some shops might be open early on the day. Due to my lack of familiarity to the region and country and panic due to my camera not working I'm desperate to find either a camera repair shop or a store that sells tools tomorrow so I can fix my gear before the festivities.

Could someone please help me locate a store that would be open tomorrow in the guangzhou/foshan region?

Hi I’ll be layover for 3 hours in Guangzhou airport this week for a transfer flight.

I hold visa free passport.

Do I have enough time to visit downtown/city? I saw it’s only 30 min to downtown by metro?

Don’t mind if is only 30min for short sightseeing.

Any recommendations?

I just arrived and will be in Gz for the next days, I’m a solo traveler from Norway 🇳🇴 and work as a lawyer but on vacation here. Anyone wanna meet up, the city and country is new for me

Hello guys,

Tomorrow we will land in Guangzhou, our first time in China and we wanted to see the firework in Lunar New Year however I didnt know that it has to be registered to have a spot. We are couple of 2. Any local or experiences travelers could give us a tip where we can see it without registration please?

Have a wonderful days!

Vit

I don’t have any vpn but I can use my Facebook & Reddit and others.

I have T-Mobile Go5G plus.

I have a broken crown which needs to be replaced or possibly an implant as some of the surrounding tooth has broken. Anyone had that type of work done in Guangzhou and can recommend the dentist?

Hi all

I am wondering what are some options for making a 9am flight in HK… if I am staying in GZ the night before.

I usually take the high speed rail, but they don’t have any that runs earlier than 7/8 am.

I assume I need to get to HK by latest 5:30-6am.

I have a US passport and am not a local. So I assume going through immigration is going to take the longest. But at this hour I hope it should be pretty fast.

Thanks in advance.

maybe grab a drink later or whatever, down for almost anything as long as its fun

Hi everyone, i will attend canton fair for the 1st time on this April. i want to get some advice from the veteren of this business.

some question that i wonder is that :

1. what type of business that you can start from canton fair ?

2. when the 1st time you order the product, do you only order 1 type of product ? or several product ? cuz i imagine if order several product. you will need to have a big budget for the deposit.

3. and usually how much is the MOQ that you all start with that is reasonable for 1st timer.

4. when you bring back the product back to your country. how do you sell the product ? via online shop ? supply to retailers ? supply to corporations ?

5. my concern is that, when i got a product that i would like to bring back to malaysia is that i have enough budget for one only and i think it will be hard for me to make a sell because i only have one product and there's not much selection they can choose for. any advice on this concern ?

6. when you choose a product, do you rebrand it as yours or you just prefer to use the default brand that the china company sell ? does it worth it to rebrand it ? or if you just want to make profit, its better to just use the default brand and sell it and ignore that rebrand things.

7. lastly, anybody that would be interested to link up with me and share me you knowledge would be much appreciated from me. i want to learn in this business and one day to own a successful business. i hope all gurus can teach me and will gladly to accept all that i could absorb :)

just comment pm below, i would be happy to shot you a text.

cheeerssss !

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