It’s hard to conceptualize the travel benefits of China in this small of a space — the country is so vast, and parts can be so different, that seeing it all is virtually impossible. The Great Wall is a traditional stop, yes, as are the Forbidden City and Potala Palace. This is definitely a country where working closely with an advisor is to your great benefit.
Tourist Visa for US Citizens: Obtain a visa prior to arrival and have a passport with at least six months’ validity remaining. The lack of either will result in a fine and immediate deportation.
If you plan on staying in Mainland China for anytime longer than 24/72 hours, you will need a visa. This will be a visa attached to your passport and can take from 1-week to 1-month or longer to acquire. This visa is generally valid for 10-years.
The 24/72 hours visa-free transit policy in China allows air passengers from 53 countries (including the USA) to transit to another country mainland mainland China. Please confirm you are eligible prior to your departure..
► US Department of State Mainland China Information
► Official Mainland China website
► CIBTvisas
CIBTvisas gives excellent Passport & Visa assistance for leisure and business travelers.
Beijing
Size: 51 rooms and suites
Style: Traditional
Year Opened: 2008
Designer/Architect: Jean-Michel Gathy
Seasonal Operations: open year-round
One of the most serene and photogenic settings in Beijing, Aman Summer Palace is housed in graceful pavilions, some more than a century old, just steps from the East Gate of the Summer Palace. Accessible via a private entrance exclusively for Aman guests, this Unesco World Heritage Site was built in 1750 on 290 hectares – its picturesque grounds dotted with pagodas and temples around Kunming Lake. Reflecting the gracious architecture of the Summer Palace, the resort is designed around a series of courtyards and comprises eight Guestrooms, ten Courtyard Guestrooms, eight Suites, 17 deluxe Suite, seven Courtyard Suites, and one Imperial Suite – some of which feature kingsize four-poster beds and Ming-style armoires. The expansive Imperial Suite claims three separate pavilions around a private courtyard, and includes a bedroom, spacious living areas, a spa room and a private dining room seating 14. As well as several atmospheric dining venues, Aman Summer Palace also offers a unique underground recreational facility with an Aman Spa, a heated swimming pool, sky-lit gym, Pilates studio, private cinema and squash court.
I AM AN AMAN PREFERRED PARTNER
You get additional Amenities when I manage your reservation.
• Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability
• Daily breakfast for up to two guests per bedroom
• $100usd (or more) F&B or Spa Credit
• Early Check-In / Late Check-Out, subject to availability
• Complimentary Wi-Fi
and more
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► UBIGI eSIM
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► VIRTUOSO: Mainland China Information Page
Here is a good place to start for some additional information on quality Hotels, Water Adventures and Activities.
► WIKIVOYAGE: Mainland China Page
A great resource for all the basic information you need for Mainland China.
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page updated: November 2024
images courtesy: Wikimedia Commons
Please Note: All Hotel / Resort / Cruise / Services Amenities are subject to availability and may have changed since the date of this being originally published.
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