Traveling Abroad Independently

Author: Liu Huiyun, Lin Ziyou, Editors
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Publish Date: 2003-10-01
Features: This book highlights comprehensive information and is practical for self-guided travel. It especially emphasizes well-structured itineraries, all designed by tourism industry professionals. The book provides estimates for different route budgets, making it the most practical "dummy guide" for solo travelers abroad. Following the itinerary arrangements, it focuses reasonably on introducing the cultural history, scenic spots, local customs, shopping, and food in various regions. From exit visas to eating, drinking, and sleeping, it addresses all aspects that self-guided travelers might consider. The content is thorough and unique, fully meeting the needs of self-guided travelers abroad. This book compiles the long-term self-guided travel experience and practical insights of many seasoned international travelers. Starting from the perspective of Chinese citizens arriving in unfamiliar countries, it provides detailed information on flight routes, entry visas, customs inspections, accommodation, food and transportation, local customs, taboos, etiquette, ticket prices, currency exchange, and important information related to Chinese people, such as Chinatowns, embassies and consulates, Chinese-funded institutions, and Chinese travel agencies. It also highlights 1,126 tourist attractions suitable for Chinese self-guided travelers in various countries. All information is up to date as of August 30, 2003, providing Chinese citizens with a practical and authoritative guide to international travel, and contributing to the growing trend of domestic outbound tourism.