And if all that isn't enough to entice people to stay - banners with slogans encouraging people to stay, have also been put up, like this one in Beijing which reads: "Don't leave Beijing unless necessary. Don't go abroad unless necessary. Of course, some businesses are being more openly restrictive with their workers.
All employees intending to leave are required to complete an application form. I felt disappointed. But will it work? Perhaps, although people like Mr Liu, a delivery worker in Beijing, says nothing will deter him from going home. I really miss them a lot," he told the BBC. Some of the most popular tourist destinations in the world are right on China's doorstep. In , those from China travelled widely to numerous parts of Asia, with countries like Japan and Thailand being among some of the most popular destinations.
And Lunar New Year is one of the most popular times to travel. According to Ctrip, China's biggest online travel agency, seven million Chinese tourists were expected to travel abroad during the Spring Festival in Japan saw a staggering , visitors from China in February alone. But when Covid struck last year, these numbers saw a drastic decline.
Some Chinese tourists were able to make it out of China last year before lockdowns were imposed - but this year, there will be no chance at all of that. Thailand, Singapore, Vietnam, Japan and Malaysia - some of the most popular Asian spots - have closed their borders to holiday travellers.
And even if there is a way for them to leave, the return journey will be a difficult one. All arrivals into China will also have to go through a compulsory day quarantine in a designated location and have to be tested for Covid at least four times. Travel costs for warmer weather destinations like Sanya on Hainan Island are at their peak as is any travel in the days leading up to and through the first week of Lunar New Year.
It may be cold, but hiking the Tiger Leaping Gorge in Yunnan province in southwest China is a lovely winter trip. Ice festivals are popular this time of year as locals admire massive ice carvings lit up in bright colors. The most famous ice festival is in Harbin, a charming town with Russian-influenced architecture and the most impressive ice festival in the world. Prep for the new year by stocking up on supplies at a temple fair like the large fair held at the Lama Temple in Beijing. Families gather around to watch the show and make jiaozi dumplings , a staple for ringing in the new year.
Most tour operators and hotels can arrange dumpling-making classes. Take advantage of any snow and go snowboarding in Nanshan or skiing at one of the many resorts in Heilongjiang province. Warm up from the cold by taking a dip in the hot springs at one of many hot spring resorts on the outskirts of Beijing or by indulging in steamy hotpot and Chinese tea. Country Summary: The PRC government arbitrarily enforces local laws, including by carrying out arbitrary and wrongful detentions and through the use of exit bans on U.
The PRC government uses arbitrary detention and exit bans to: compel individuals to participate in PRC government investigations, pressure family members to return to the PRC from abroad, influence PRC authorities to resolve civil disputes in favor of PRC citizens, and gain bargaining leverage over foreign governments. Avoid the areas of the demonstrations. Exercise caution if you are in the vicinity of large gatherings or protests. Avoid taking photographs of protesters or police without permission.
Be aware of your surroundings. Keep a low profile. Enter the PRC on your U. If you are arrested or detained, ask police or prison officials to notify the U. Embassy or the nearest consulate immediately. Travelers should note that U. Follow the Department of State on Facebook and Twitter.
Follow the U. Embassy on Twitter , WeChat , and Weibo. Concerns about the virus spreading via freight networks have resulted in some closures around the country's borders. According to the National Health Commission, China now has at least four high-risk areas and medium areas, with different forms of epidemic control such as quarantine and travel restrictions implemented.
What can visitors expect? Life is largely back to normal, but things can change fast in China -- regional lockdowns have been imposed every time there are new outbreaks of the virus. Useful links. Ministry of Foreign Affairs' Covid page. National Health Commission.
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