Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
idea to arrive in China or go travelling during the big holiday periods as hotel
prices reach their maximum and transport can become very tricky.
New Year's Day
1 January
Chinese New Year
31 January 2014, 19 February 2015; a week-long holiday
for most.
International Women's Day
8 March
Tomb Sweeping Festival
5 April; a popular three-day holiday period.
International Labour Day
1 May; for many it's a three-day holiday.
Youth Day
4 May
International Children's Day
1 June
Dragon Boat Festival
12 June 2013, 2 June 2014, 20 June 2015
Birthday of the Chinese Communist Party
1 July
Anniversary of the Founding of the People's Liberation Army
1 August
Moon Festival
end of September
National Day
1 October; the big one, a week-long holiday.
Safe Travel
CRIME
Travellers are more often the victims of petty economic crime, such as theft,
than serious crime. Foreigners are natural targets for pickpockets and thieves
- keep your wits about you and make it difficult for thieves to get at your be-
longings. Incidences of crime increase around the Chinese New Year, but be
vigilant at all times.
