Border Brief: China

Capital: Beijing

Language: Mandarin, Cantonese

Currency: Chinese Renminbi (CNY)

Best time to visit: Heavily dependent on the region but spring for a focus of the East coast.

First bite: Guilin soy meat noodles

First drink: Chagee’s Jasmine tea

Best for: All rounder trip. Culture, heritage, cities, nature.

Getting around: ★★★☆☆

Safety: ★★★★★

Solo travel: ★★★★★

Budget: $$

Return factor: ★★★★★*