Explainer: Why Chinese People Give Red Envelopes

Why Chinese people give red envelopes, especially during Spring Festival.

by Catherine Lee, 30 January 2022

China, Here Are Your 2019 Public Holidays

It's time to start planning your next adventure, because the General Office of the State Council has just released the 2019 public holiday schedule.

by That's, 06 December 2018

China, Here Are Your 2018 Public Holidays

It's time to book those Chinese New Year tickets!

by That's, 07 November 2017

25 Famous People Born in the Year of the Pig

From Ned Stark to Kylo Ren, 25 famous Pigs.

by Matthew Bossons, 02 February 2019

Explainer: Why is Chinese New Year Called 'Spring Festival'?

Why doesn't everyone call it that, and why is there no Winter Festival or Summer Festival?

by Ryan Kilpatrick, 21 January 2020

China, Here Are Your 2020 Public Holidays

It's time to start planning your next adventure, because the General Office of the State Council has just released the 2020 public holiday schedule.

by That's, 21 November 2019

9 Things to Expect During Spring Festival in China

Staying in China for CNY? Here's what to expect.

by That's, 09 February 2021

Wuhan Coronavirus Outbreak Leads Cities to Cancel CNY Plans

With the Year of the Rat beginning tomorrow, cities around China have canceled large gatherings to avoid the spread of the virus.

by Ryan Gandolfo, 24 January 2020

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