Below you'll find insider tips on getting the best from Beijing, from hints on finding a home to reviews of the hottest restaurants in town.
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In Emergency
In An Emergency
When trouble strikes there are two important phone numbers that you should remember; that of your local consulate or embassy (see table) and 110, the number for emergency... read more
Women
Beijing is a relatively safe city for women. Although foreign women may receive lingering glances from local men, it rarely goes any further and women should feel free to dress as they... read more
Children
Beijing is a fantastic place to bring up kids. Not only is it safe, there are world-class international schools, dozens of child-friendly attractions and hundreds of activity groups to... read more
People With Disabilities
Arriving at Beijing Capital International Airport you could be fooled into believing that the city is very accommodating to residents with disabilities; facilities are good and staff are... read more
What To Wear
Walk Beijing’s streets and you’ll see labels (and flesh) galore. Although Chinese girls traditionally keep their top halves covered, hemlines are soaring. Hip-hop wannabes and local art... read more
Dos & Don’ts
For westerners, who may be used to seeing smokers shunned at every turn, the prevalence of cigarettes may come as a surprise. Bars and restaurants are full of patrons who have mastered... read more
Photography
Although most Chinese people don’t mind having their photo taken, it’s always best to ask before snapping. Quickly showing the image in the digital viewer usually makes things easier.... read more
Crime & Safety
In comparison to most of the world’s capital cities, Beijing is a safe place with a low (but growing) crime rate. In particular, juvenile crime is on the rise, with government statistics... read more
Police
Within Beijing’s Public Security Bureau there are seven branches of police. The regular police wear dark blue uniforms and hats, and carry batons instead of pistols. Traffic Police have... read more
