Chinese New Years Travel
By Nick January 2, 2007
After a nice, long Christmas break, it’s always hard to get out of “The Mondays” as you return to your normal routine. Personally, I have re-written this post entry about three times in the last 24 hours. I’m really struggling.
So what’s a better cure for “The Mondays” than more vacation time? Nothing… So if you didn’t get around to some real traveling this Christmas break, you still have some time to redeem yourself. “But New Years is already Over!” …yeah, in the US. But the Chinese Calendar New Year happens to fall on February 18 this year, which makes it a great place to travel during the doldrums of winter.
The Chinese New Year is based on the Chinese Calendar, which is Lunisolar. The Chinese New Year isn’t just a Shanghai ball drop like it’s New York counterpart though. Their New Year Celebrations last 15 days. Seven of those 15 days are deemed a public holiday in China, so residents have plenty of time to party and play with their fireworks, firecrackers, costumes, and decorations.
A bunch of Southeast Asian counties with Chinese ties celebrate the Chinese New Year. Taiwan, Hong Kong, Singapore, Korea, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia, and Brunei also celebrate this holiday, but not to the extent of the Chinese. So basically, if you travel anywhere near the vicinity of China during the holidays, you will be able to partake in the celebrations.
Hurry!
If you are seriously interested in traveling to China for their New Year, it could be to late to catch the celebration this year. The world’s largest migration takes place at this time in China when Chinese abroad return home for the celebration. So if you start planning now for next year, you may be in luck.
Chinatown
If you’re stuck at home but need to partake in the festivities, most major Chinese city districts will be having their own parties. So if you’re persistent enough, you will be able to find a Chinese New Year Party close by in any metropolitan area.
So when planning your future New Years and Holiday Season travels, consider experiencing the Chinese New Year festivities, whether in China, or at your local Eggroll King.
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