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| Heilongjiang Sheng |
Posted: Sat November 17, 2007 03:31 AM UTC
I've signed up for a 8day 7night tour to Harbin wHich also covers Shenzhen, Dalian, Shenyang, Changchun and Jilin. We leave on Dec 24, 2007 and will be in Harbin on Dec 29. Is it true that December is not the best time to go and will all the ice and snow carvings and exhibits be ready by then?
I have been told that cameras, both digital and traditional film, will freeze and I may not be able to get many pictures. Also, where can I get a pair of not-slip boots to walk on the ice and snow and are they expensive. I do not want to spend too much as it will hardly be used again.
Would really appreciate some advice. Thank you in advance.
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| Harbin |
Posted: Tue October 30, 2007 10:41 AM UTC
hello, i'm intending to travel to harbin from the 1st to 8th jan 2008
i was doing some research on air fare and chanced upon one that is arnd 776sing dollars. i seek some advice for a better deal for the air fare.. and also on hotels there in harbin.thank u.
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| Heilongjiang Sheng |
Posted: Tue September 18, 2007 06:30 AM UTC
hi, looking for a chinese-english translator for one, two or tree days in harbin region (heihe or suifenhe) where i'm on a working trip. IF person can cross into russia with me, even better.
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| Harbin |
Posted: Tue August 21, 2007 02:49 PM UTC
I will be moving to Harbin in a few days, and am looking for apartments. Can anyone suggest good areas, things to ask for or watch out for, and average prices for apartments? Do most furnished apartments come with toilets and washing machines/dish washers? I assume they will be different and to different standards than in the west, but I'm trying to find out what will be somewhat comparable. What about internet connection? Any information would be greatly appreciated. Thanks, John
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| Harbin |
Posted: Wed July 25, 2007 05:15 AM UTC
Im from Malaysia, would like to go harbin on jan 08, any cheapest way to travel there? already know that from malaysia have to transit the air flight, but just dunno what's the right way to go. Is anyone here can advise me, thanks a lot for reply.
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| Harbin |
Posted: Mon February 12, 2007 04:08 AM UTC
Hi. I am planning to go to har bin early january 2008. I would like some help on the transportation estimation. I would like to know how much does it cost to travel to Harbin from Beijing by using train / plane? and where can i get those ticket.
Thank you
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| Harbin |
Posted: Sun January 28, 2007 03:05 AM UTC
Can someone tell me if the ice sculptures will still be standing by Feb 10th or do they knock them all down as part of the festival??? Also. how much is a taxi from the airport to the city (roughly). Thanks
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| Harbin |
Posted: Thu January 4, 2007 02:08 PM UTC
Hi all, I will be travelling to Harbin with my dad as on the dates titled, and I seriously need some helpful tips on the type of clothings to wear etc. The personnel at the tour agency told us that it will be around negative 20 degrees during that period, and my dad was rather worried about that.
Is 4 sweaters per person enough to withstand the cold? Would appreciate if anyone can help provide some tips on that.
Thank all in advance... :)
CHeers,
Jac
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| Harbin |
Posted: Wed December 27, 2006 12:39 PM UTC
Wonder any VT member has a Harbin map in English and be kind enough to post it on here. Your response will be greatly appreciated. Thank you very much.
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| Harbin |
Posted: Tue December 26, 2006 12:25 AM UTC
Hi there. Can anyone out there help me?
I am planning on going to Harbin for the Ice and Snow Festival in 2007 and need to know the closing date. I realise that it is weather dependent, but I have heard closing dates ranging anywhere from February 5 to March 1.
Also, are there any other things in China that I just HAVE TO see (other than the Great Wall and the Terracotta Warriors)? Likewise, anything that I really should give a BIG MISS! I will be travelling for approximately 5 weeks and may never get the chance to go back again. My plan so far is Beijing, Harbin, Hohhot,X'ian,Tibet,Hong Kong,Shanghai....and whatever comes in between.
Personal favourites or dislikes...any feedback is appreciated - good or bad!!
Thankyou everybody.
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| Harbin |
Posted: Wed December 20, 2006 04:00 AM UTC
hey there,
I was wondering if there are any cheap hotels or hostels really close by the "centre street". If so, how much??? I have an epic adventure in february and would love nice cheap SAFE(probably most important) accommodation...If no cheap places near the "centre Street", where are they? are they close enough to see all the site of Harbin! Cheers!
Thomas
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| Harbin |
Posted: Sat December 16, 2006 05:25 AM UTC
I will be travelling to Beijing from about Dec 22 - Jan 20 this month, and I am trying to squeeze in a weekend trip to Harbin to see Unit 731 and the Ice Festival from Jan 12-14. My questions are:
1) Will these two sights be open on Friday/Saturday/Sunday if I take an overnight train from Beijing on Thursday and arrive Friday?
2) Would the previous weekend be a better time to go (Jan 5-7)? This would be the only other time I could go.
3) Is it better to take a train or fly? As long as the train is safe and reliable I have no problem using that method.
4) I have a pretty good digital camera -- should I be worried it will freeze or break if I try to take pictures in the extreme cold?
Thanks so much for your help!
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| Harbin |
Posted: Wed December 6, 2006 03:34 AM UTC
Hi! I'll be in Harbin towards the end of Dec e.g 28th. I'm travelling with a travel agent & and they told me that I would get the chance to admire the ice carving & its finish piece...I'm a bit worried if there's nothing to see.Can anyone share his/her experiences ?
TQ so much.
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| Harbin |
Posted: Sat December 2, 2006 05:35 AM UTC
BEIJING, HARBIN, SHENYANG.
Travelling alone. Seeking travel companion. Would appreciate VT members who are kind enough and can spare a time to meet for meals, tea/beer.
Fellow travellers who are keen for companionship can be for one or all of the cities mentioned.
Will land in BEIJING on January 10, 2007 heading straight to HARBIN for 5 days by Train, onwards to SHENYANG for a brief stay (perhaps 2 days), then to DANDONG - both cities in Liaoning Province. Back to BEIJING around January 19/20 visiting the best places BEIJING has to offer.
I am a Male, Malaysian Chinese, speak, read and write English. Also speak fluent Mandarin (Putonghua - the language of communication in China).
Thank you.
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| Harbin |
Posted: Wed November 29, 2006 04:09 AM UTC
Okay, i know the best time to visit harbin is in January as everyone has said. However, working in china means i only get the school holidays off! I will be arriving in Harbin (if I a get a positive response) on the 2nd or 3rd of Feb 2007! i have also read that the ice festival starts roughly on the 5th of Jan and goes for approx. 1 month. Right? My question is, will the sculptures be still standing when I arrive (because that is pretty much the only reason I want to see harbin---also the russian influuence)????getting there earlier is not an option! Am i wasting my time? I know no-one knows exactly when this year will start to get warmer, but any advice would be greatly appreciated!
Cheers, Thomas
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| Harbin |
Posted: Fri November 24, 2006 12:55 AM UTC
Hi guys! I was born and raised in Harbin, and currently live in California. I am going back to Harbin on Dec 24th and will stay there for 3 weeks. I would like to meet some new friends to go to the ICE Festival together. And does anyone know any good parties/clubs for Xmas or New Year?
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| Heilongjiang Sheng |
Posted: Mon November 13, 2006 06:48 PM UTC
Hi all, Does anyone know if I can rent a car at the Harbin airport. If so, can i make a reservation on-line. Or by phone? thank you all in advance.
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| Harbin |
Posted: Sat October 28, 2006 10:31 PM UTC
Is anybody interested in providing me translation and tour guide services during my visit to Harbin?
The visit is scheduled for ~21-25 January, 2007.
I plan to visit the ice festival and Unit 731. I would pay a daily stipend and reimburse related travel expenses. Also looking for epxeriences in Harbin/Chinese culture and food.
I do not speak Chinese. I am looking for somebody fluent in both Chinese and English, or Chinese and Spanish.
This arrangement has worked well for me 3 times to foreign countries other than China.
I invite you to contact me at RJSlade@Airmail.net
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| Harbin |
Posted: Fri October 27, 2006 01:33 PM UTC
Does anyone know the schedule of the ice festival in Harbin next year (opening and closing dates)? Will there still be enough displays in the last few days of January? Thanks.
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| Harbin |
Posted: Tue October 24, 2006 09:27 AM UTC
I' m going to Harbin in Jan 2007, and take my 7 yrs. daughter with me. Our family lives in tropical country, but She used to travel many country where usually have snow. But I 'm worry about Harbin because I 've heard that it may be minus more over 30-40C. What should we do or prepare, and how much accessories should be enough to protect the coldest like this. Thanks so much.
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| Harbin |
Posted: Tue October 17, 2006 02:04 PM UTC
Hi all,
I am considering to travel Harbin.
May I know which is the best time to go?
If we travel on chinese new year 2007, is it ok?
My country has no four season, and this is
the first time, I am going to china harbin
and I am afraid I cannot withstand the cold
and spoilt the trip.
Pls advised.
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| Harbin |
Posted: Thu August 17, 2006 10:47 PM UTC
Can anyone tell me about this place? I read in tour guide, the place is open from 9am. Does it mean I can go there with kids? Would that be appropriate to take there 12 years old? Day or night time? Thanks to all in advance.
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| Harbin |
Posted: Sat August 5, 2006 01:09 AM UTC
I am a resident of Gifu -city japan. I have a japanese employee that is married to a chinese national from Harbin.
Recently, she has flown back to Harbin claiming her dad is hospitalized with an unknown(unknown to her husband)illness. She took with her USD$4,000 cash , that she says will pay for her dads hospitals cost since he has no medical insurance.
She has been gone 3 weeks now and she told her husband she is working part0time now since all the money she had is gone. Her husband insisted on coming to see her and see her father in the hospital. She refused his offer and tols him to stay and work and send a 1000 dollars each month for her fathers medical bills.
Now , being american, i am really suspecting that this woman has duped her husband.
So, my question is. what is the name of the best hospital in Harbin. ? She told him he is staying at the best hospital and that is why the bills are high.
someone gimme a hand here, cause i really feel sorry for the guy.
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| Harbin |
Posted: Wed February 15, 2006 04:28 AM UTC
can someone tell me if the displays are still on. what one shld wear and are there youth hostels at harbin or decent but budget accomodation with heating
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Posted: Sat December 17, 2005 12:28 PM UTC
There have been news reports about the water coming back on and the water being safe to drink. Can anyone advise whether it is safe (or relatively safe) to visit ? We were planning to go over the New Year weekend. Are the tourists coming this year ?
Also will we be able to see the ice sculptures even though the ice festival doesnt open until 5th Jan ?
Thanks very much
L
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Posted: Wed November 23, 2005 10:14 PM UTC
We just got the news in America, that Harbin is having a pollution crisis, and that there is no running water.
I can't imagine what it must be like, especially during the cold season.
Good luck, pengyoumen, we in America think of you. I hope you get your water back very soon.
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| Harbin |
Posted: Mon November 14, 2005 04:57 AM UTC
Hi, fellow travellers,
Tried getting tips on Harbin and Heilongjiang on this website, but found very little information. We are thinking of adventuring to Harbin in late Jan 06. Would you kindly tell me:
(a) whether we could experience snow fall in the city?
(b) what are the places of interest?
(c) what recommendations for a `warm-blooded' person (I live in the tropics)?
Thank you in advance. Thank you.
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| Harbin |
Posted: Wed October 19, 2005 07:17 AM UTC
We end our trans Siberian journey in Vladivostok in January 2006 - the 10th to 13th of January. What days are there flights to Harbin at that time of year?
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Posted: Tue September 13, 2005 05:09 PM UTC
My friend and I are planning to Harbin around 24 /Dec ~ 31/Dec'05.
May I know will we able to see the ice & snow sculpture especially at night with colorful spotlight before their opening ?
Note that the opening usually is around 5th Jan.
Thanks.
Jo
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Posted: Wed August 24, 2005 06:51 PM UTC
Hello,
My wife and I are planning to go to Harbin the 3rd week in January 2006 to see Ice Festival and sight of ciy. Since, it is dead winter I am wondering what kind of transport is available to get around in the city? Sorry, for the silly question, but I live in Texas and not a winter person.
Thank you,
Barry
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