Selected U. S. Government Information on China:

• China-Consular Information Sheet
• Hong Kong-Consular Information Sheet
• Center for Disease Control Travelers' Health: East Asia
• Tips for Travelers to China
• U.S. Department of State China home page
• The World Factbook page on China

Official Language: Mandarin

• Practice your Mandarin at this web site.

Cultural Awareness

• Information on Body Language and Gestures in China
• Information on Body Language and Gestures in Hong Kong

Foreign Exchange Rates

• Current Quote on Foreign Exchange for the Chinese Renmimbi
• Current Quote on Foreign Exchange for the Hong Kong Dollar

Time Zone Differences

• Current Time and Day for Charlotte and Selected Itinerary Locations