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DIALING CODE
+86 (20)
CURRENCY
RMB1 = PHP6.53/US$0.16
TOUCHDOWN
Board the Airport
Express bus from the airport for about
RMB10–30 (PHP65–196). Taxis from the
airport cost about RMB120 (PHP784) for
the 28km-long ride to Haizhu Square in
the city.
SEE &DO
Behold the natural beauty of
White Clouds Mountain with its majestic
peaks and network of valleys. On a clear
night, opt for a cruise along the Pearl
River. A one-hour tour will take you from
the Canton Tower down to the jetty. The
gorgeous lights on the buildings are perfect
for photo ops — so take lots of pictures!
SLEEP
The recently renovated White
Swan Hotel has a big swimming pool, and
clean rooms with great views of the Pearl
River.
EAT
Southern China for dim sum, and
Deluxe Restaurant in Tianhe for late
morning
yum cha.
MUST-TRY
Try Bing Sheng Cantonese
restaurant. Be ready for long queues,
though, as it’s very popular!
INSIDER TIP
Avoid paying taxis with
RMB50 or RMB100 bills.
Michael
Gohu Yu
manager of a
multinational
company
CHINA
GUANGZHOU
"
Xiamen" means "the gate to the
grand mansion of the motherland".
DIDYOU
KNOW?
DIALING CODE
+86 (592)
CURRENCY
RMB1 = PHP6.53/US$0.16
TOUCHDOWN
Arrive at the Xiamen
Gaoqi International Airport. Taxis are located
outside the arrival terminal. Flat rate for cabs
is about RMB8 (PHP52) for the first 3km,
and an additional RMB2 (PHP13) per extra
km. There are also public buses.
SEE &DO
Try Guanyinshan Fantasy
Coastal Water World, a water park in Fujian
with a huge pool, spa and hydrotherapy
centers. Riyuegu Hotsprings Resort is a
sanctuary for those seeking tranquility. At
night, hang out at Havana Beach Bar and
The Key in Haiwan Park, which features
Filipino, Cuban and Chinese bands.
SLEEP
The 460-room Kempinski Hotel
on Hubin Middle Road overlooks Yundang
Lake.
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EAT
Have breakfast at CBD Café located
near Marco Polo Hotel, across the street
from the Bank of China.
SHOP
Gulangyu Island has all the
souvenirs you need. You can get there from
the city by ferry.
MUST-TRY
Kayaking and rock climbing in
Changtai, “the backyard of Xiamen”.
Lynette
Gaurino
musician
CHINA
XIAMEN
