{"id":14744,"date":"2020-03-01T23:41:25","date_gmt":"2020-03-01T23:41:25","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/chinesemoment.com\/spoken-chinese\/tips-of-china-packing\/"},"modified":"2020-03-01T23:41:25","modified_gmt":"2020-03-01T23:41:25","slug":"tips-of-china-packing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/chinesemoment.com\/de\/tips-of-china-packing\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips of China: Packing"},"content":{"rendered":"<\/p>\n

\tLuggage Allowance<\/strong><\/p>\n

\tEven though each passenger is allowed two pieces of checked luggage on international flights, flights within China limit each passenger to one piece of luggage not weighing more than 44 pounds. Therefore, you are advised to bring only one piece of luggage to China. You can purchase another piece of luggage when you reach your last stop in China and then you will be able to check two pieces of luggage home. If you have extra luggage when traveling within China, you may have to pay an excess baggage charge at each airport.<\/p>\n

\tSimply put, if you do not want to pay any possible penalty for exceeding luggage restrictions, then bring only one piece of luggage, weighing no more than 50 pounds, to China. When you leave China, you are welcome to buy another piece of luggage for your newly acquired souvenirs and then you will be able to bring both pieces of luggage home with you without extra charge.<\/p>\n

\tNote that all checked luggage should be lockable.<\/strong><\/p>\n

\tIn addition to checked luggage, passengers may carry on one or two regular pieces of luggage of appropriate dimensions as authorized by the airline. If you are traveling with a Regent group, we will give you a Regent carry-on bag when you reach China; in this case, you should bring only one carry-on bag from home.<\/p>\n

\tPacking Tips<\/strong><\/p>\n

\tLightweight (canvas or nylon) luggage is the most practical. Experienced travelers often suggest this tactic for packing: lay out everything you think you will need and then pack only half of that. Another suggestion is to walk around with your packed bags for a few minutes to see how heavy they are since porters and bellmen are not always available.<\/p>\n

\tCompletely filling the bag will prevent the contents from sliding around and becoming excessively wrinkled or damaged. Try stuffing socks into the toes of your shoes. Roll up sweaters and underwear and pack them on the bottom of your suitcase, followed by layers of clothing that wrinkle more easily.
\tAbove all, do not pack anything fragile, valuable, or perishable in the luggage that you intend to check.
\tValuables of any kind–money, jewelry, important documents, prescription drugs–as well as matches or cigarette lighters should be placed in your carry-on luggage. Leave all expensive jewelry and furs at home in safe storage–and enjoy peace of mind in your travels.<\/p>\n

\tPacking Checklist<\/strong><\/p>\n

\tWe have created the following packing checklist for your convenience:<\/p>\n

\tMiscellaneous:<\/strong><\/p>\n

\tBattery-operated or electrical (with converter\/adapter) appliances
\tFace cloth and soap
\tExtra set of luggage keys
\tTravel alarm clock
\tSewing kit
\tMoist towelettes in packages
\tLanguage dictionary and phrase book
\tPhotocopies of important documents
\tSmall notepad to log purchases for customs officials (both Chinese and American)
\tDiary or journal to record your trip
\tCopy (not original) of your address book (with room to include addresses of the new friends you will make during the course of your trip)
\tLightweight raincoat and fold-up umbrella Bathing suit
\tSunscreen lotion
\tMedical supplies:
\tAspirin or aspirin substitute
\tCold tablets
\tVitamins
\tAntacids
\tBowel regulators
\tSpray anesthetic
\tBandage strips
\tAntiseptic spray\/wipes
\tYour usual antibiotic
\tCopy of your medical history, prescription duplicates, extra eyeglasses and dentures, etc.
\tAn elastic bandage
\tDental supplies:
\tBaking soda
\tOrabase with benzocaine
\tMedicated pads
\tCotton swabs
\tTea bags
\tToothbrush, toothpaste, floss
\tIce bag
\tSterile cotton balls
\tCarry-on items:
\tComforts for air flight: sweater, slip-on socks, gum or candy to alleviate ear pressure
\tNeck pillow or inflatable pillow
\tCamera and plenty of film
\tPassport and visas
\tClothing:
\tBe sure to include a pair of comfortable walking shoes with nonskid soles!<\/p>\n

\tPack some old clothes!<\/p>\n

\tIf you are traveling with a Regent group, all the hotels will be expensive and laundry costs could be significant. We suggest that you bring some old pajamas, socks, a worn robe, etc. Then you will not have to launder them too frequently and will be able to discard them by the time you leave for home. This serves a double purpose: by lightening your load, you have just created space for the souvenirs accumulated on your journey.<\/p>\n

\tAnother tip: If you are traveling with a companion, pack some of your companion's clothes in your bag and vice versa. Then, if one bag is lost, each of you will at least have a change of clothing. Also, pack toiletries and a change of clothes in your carry-on bag.<\/p>\n