I like your room, I hope I have a nice room like that when i go to Shanghai next week, but I also hope my quarantine room has a desk as well, as it will make working much easier.
Just a reminder that now with the additional travel restriction from China, it's no longer possible to transfer in a different country (like Canada here) from the U.S. to China :(
Thank you for this video! Myself and my partner are hoping to fly to Shanghai from the UK next month, so it's great to see some information about it! I am worried about Internet access, language barriers, and if we can stay in the same room or not!
Hiii! Good luck with everything! You do need to download a VPN. The one that I am using is called Astrill. It is working fine right now. A few staff at the hotel can speak some English. Worst case I think Google translate might help as well. I'm not sure whether you can stay in the same room with your partner. You may have to ask staff at the hotel when you arrive. Hope these help!!
Thanks for this video! I've been wondering how traveling to China is like for a while now. Also I'm also in the Bay area... And I also went to Berkeley. So twinsies. 😄
Hiii! I don't think so unless you are from the city where you are landing. I heard there is a new policy that for example if you land in Shanghai and you live in Shanghai, you can choose to stay at a hotel for 1 week and quarantine at home for another week.
I plan going to Beijing from US via Shanghai. I have few questions, hopefully you don't mind to answer it: 1. When we have to fill the QR code , prior boarding in US airport or after landed in China ? 2. Since we need to do so many online form, do we need to get China prepaid SIM card for data plan prior boarding ? 3. How much is the airplane cost ? I hear it cost a fortune (4000-5000 dollar) ? 4. If come as couple, do you have to book separate room ? 5. Can link our USA credit card to wechat so we can order food overthere ? Thanks in advance !
Hiiii! 1. You will follow the instructions and scan the QR codes when you land in Shanghai. But there are also things you need to prepare in order to board the flight back to Shanghai such as Covid negative test result. I think there's new policies now from China. Like you have to get tested for Covid antibody too and stuff so I recommend you to check the Chinese embassy website! 2. I would recommend you to get a China prepaid SIM card or TravelPass because you do need service to fill out the forms. Not sure how fast the WiFi at the airport is but I think it's more convenient. 3. Yea it's EXPENSIVE!!! My ticket was around $5000 but I'm not sure how much tickets are now. I recommend booking it on the airline's official websites to decrease the chance of being cancelled. 4. Someone else also asked me about this but I am not 100% sure. I heard people say you do have to stay in separate rooms but I recommend asking the hotel people when you arrive there and see if they can arrange something for you. You don't have to book the hotel rooms yourself. You will be brought to a pre-arranged location. 5. I believe I had trouble linking my US credit card so I recommend DOWNLOADING WECHAT RIGHT NOW and try linking your credit card to see if it can be added. If it can be added, I think you should be able to use it in China to order stuff. I hope these help and feel free to ask any follow up questions! Gooooood luck!!
@@helennnwang Thanks for answering my questions. Few more about QR code if it's ok: 1. QR code prior boarding: I hear we have to do prior boarding in US as well ? 2. QR code after landed: Should I register wechat with T-Mobile phone number or Chinese phone number (prepaid sim) ? 3. Wechat registration require somebody to scan our barcode. Should I ask stranger to do that ? I basically not familiar about wechat (which phone number to use), and QR code. Is there good video about it ?
@@andis9076 Hii! 1. I'm not sure which QR code you are talking about but I had to fill out an Entry Health Declaration form in order to board and this is the link: health.customsapp.com/ It was sent on an email from the airline I booked my ticket with and I had to fill it out right before I boarded in order for the form to be valid when I land. Not sure what the policy is right now. 2. If you are getting a Chinese number and are planning on using it while you are in China, I recommend registering Wechat using your Chinese number. Otherwise you can use your T-Mobile number. It's just for log-in purposes. 3. Oh I didn't know that. I'm sure if you can find someone with Wechat to scan your code that would be great! I'm not sure how to skip that process. I think if you look up "how to use Wechat" on UA-cam, there are many useful videos! I hope you figure it out!!
Hi helen, just saw your video which help me understand about the situation there. Im a chinese national currently in pakistan and have been stuck here for 1 year now because of high flight prices. Now they are lower now and wanted to know more details on how to get to guangzhou from pakistan. My last destination is in guiyang so it would be really helpful if you could give me some insights on how to get back :)- thank youu
Hiii! China's policy toward people coming back from abroad changed after I went back so I believe that you need to test negative for COVID and anti-body 48 hours before your flight (please consult the Chinese embassy website for details). You will be quarantining at a local hotel at your destination and after 2 weeks if you are tested negative for COVID then you are free to go. Sorry I went back to China from America so I don't know if it is exactly the same as coming back from other countries. I really hope everything works out for you!!
Why were you flying back to China? To fill out forms, scan forms, do you have international phone plan to do so? Did your hotel provide those slippers for you?
Hii! I'm here to visit my family! You do need internet to use Wechat because the Wifi at the airport is very slow. I got a 24hr TravelPass from Verizon. I brought the slippers myself and also some essential toiletries. They do provide shampoo, body wash, and towels though.
@@helennnwang thank you for answering my questions. If you don’t mind me asking, how much was your ticket? I would like visit some family there but what is the procedure to get approval to travel at this time. Do we need to ask family to write a letter as proof?
@@iseeflowers Of course! Tickets are EXPENSIVE loll. Mine was around $5000. I don't know what the prices are right now. I am a Chinese citizen so I just need to have a COVID test result that's within 3 days before my flight to board. No family letter needed. I'm not sure what the procedures are like for foreigners. You may want to consult other sources and also the Chinese Embassy.
@@helennnwang yes that is expensive . Hope it is cheaper in the near future. Yes, I need to get information from Chinese embassy. Thank you for your answers.
Hi Helen! How are you doing? I mean, 14days is a long time to spend alone in a room... How much are you paying daily for food and room? I'm going to ShangHai the 29th from Europe. Thanks!
Hiiii! Thank you for asking! I'm doing well and I'm getting out of quarantine TODAY!!!! Super excited! I am paying 350yuan/day for the room + 100yuan/day for three meals. It's great that you are coming!! I hope you have a safe trip!!
Hiii! I don't think they allow you to stay together. I think they want to charge both of you for rooms and food :( It may also varies depending on the hotel but I believe the one I'm staying at right now does not allow couples rooming together.
Your attitude about the whole process is really positive and uplifting! Im flying to Shanghai in January to start my new job. I dont really mind spending 14 days in quarantine but im scared about the food situation as a vegetarian. Do you happen to know if they ask for special dietary requirements? Also: Did you pay for the hotel yourself?
Hiiii! Thank you so much for your comments! Congrats on your new job that's super exciting! In terms of food, I'm sure they can arrange vegetarian diet for you if you tell them when you check in. Make sure to let them know first thing you arrive because the default food option which I had has soooo much meat loll. And yes, I paid for my own quarantine expenses. I paid 350 yuan/day for hotel and 100 yuan/day for 3 meals.
@@helennnwang Thank you! Its exciting on so many levels especially with all the testing and quarantine regulations 😅 Im hoping i can cut quarantine short since i have an apartment in Shanghai but we'll see! Cheers to you!
Glad you got there safely! Did you have to book the hotel beforehand or did you do that in the airport when you landed and they sent you through the quarantine line?
I didn't book the hotel myself. It was pre-arranged. They didn't even ask me to choose. I did hear from other people that they were given options based on the price ranges when they arrived in China.
Great video, perhaps you can give me some Ideas to create Wechat account,I don’t know anyone that uses it here in my city, having trouble finding some one with account to call me and attest I genuine person trying to get WeChat. Don’t know anyone in China where I will need to use it. Thanks for any suggestions.
Hiii, thanks so much for this helpful video. I'm flying to Shanghai from SF in about 7 hours .. did you use WeChat Pay to pay the hotel? Do they generally take credit card? I only have like 3000 RMB on me and am worried I wont be able to pay the hotel .. D:
Hiii! Hopefully you can see this when you land. Yes, they take both credit card and wechat pay. I'm sure they take cash too but credit card and wechat are more commonly used now. A lot of places may not take cash. Have a safe flight!
I like your room, I hope I have a nice room like that when i go to Shanghai next week, but I also hope my quarantine room has a desk as well, as it will make working much easier.
Great Video! ah, wish I could visit China without quarantine :) Thanks for sharing.
Of course!! Looking forward to the date when we can travel safely!
Just a reminder that now with the additional travel restriction from China, it's no longer possible to transfer in a different country (like Canada here) from the U.S. to China :(
Thank you for this video! Myself and my partner are hoping to fly to Shanghai from the UK next month, so it's great to see some information about it! I am worried about Internet access, language barriers, and if we can stay in the same room or not!
Hiii! Good luck with everything! You do need to download a VPN. The one that I am using is called Astrill. It is working fine right now. A few staff at the hotel can speak some English. Worst case I think Google translate might help as well. I'm not sure whether you can stay in the same room with your partner. You may have to ask staff at the hotel when you arrive. Hope these help!!
@@helennnwang thank you so much for your tips! ❤️
I like how you folks are so proud to travel around during the restrictions and spreading the virus.
if someone has to travel they will travel no matter what, no need to judge people. You stay locked in your house forever and don't leave.
Thanks for this video! I've been wondering how traveling to China is like for a while now. Also I'm also in the Bay area... And I also went to Berkeley. So twinsies. 😄
OMG what a small world hahaha! Glad you enjoyed the video!
Hi can someone choose at least in which district to stay?
Hiii! I don't think so unless you are from the city where you are landing. I heard there is a new policy that for example if you land in Shanghai and you live in Shanghai, you can choose to stay at a hotel for 1 week and quarantine at home for another week.
@@helennnwang ohh okay thanks a lot yes I’ve heard this before too , 7+7 quarantine specific for Shanghai!
I plan going to Beijing from US via Shanghai. I have few questions, hopefully you don't mind to answer it:
1. When we have to fill the QR code , prior boarding in US airport or after landed in China ?
2. Since we need to do so many online form, do we need to get China prepaid SIM card for data plan prior boarding ?
3. How much is the airplane cost ? I hear it cost a fortune (4000-5000 dollar) ?
4. If come as couple, do you have to book separate room ?
5. Can link our USA credit card to wechat so we can order food overthere ?
Thanks in advance !
Hiiii!
1. You will follow the instructions and scan the QR codes when you land in Shanghai. But there are also things you need to prepare in order to board the flight back to Shanghai such as Covid negative test result. I think there's new policies now from China. Like you have to get tested for Covid antibody too and stuff so I recommend you to check the Chinese embassy website!
2. I would recommend you to get a China prepaid SIM card or TravelPass because you do need service to fill out the forms. Not sure how fast the WiFi at the airport is but I think it's more convenient.
3. Yea it's EXPENSIVE!!! My ticket was around $5000 but I'm not sure how much tickets are now. I recommend booking it on the airline's official websites to decrease the chance of being cancelled.
4. Someone else also asked me about this but I am not 100% sure. I heard people say you do have to stay in separate rooms but I recommend asking the hotel people when you arrive there and see if they can arrange something for you. You don't have to book the hotel rooms yourself. You will be brought to a pre-arranged location.
5. I believe I had trouble linking my US credit card so I recommend DOWNLOADING WECHAT RIGHT NOW and try linking your credit card to see if it can be added. If it can be added, I think you should be able to use it in China to order stuff.
I hope these help and feel free to ask any follow up questions!
Gooooood luck!!
@@helennnwang Thanks for answering my questions. Few more about QR code if it's ok:
1. QR code prior boarding: I hear we have to do prior boarding in US as well ?
2. QR code after landed: Should I register wechat with T-Mobile phone number or Chinese phone number (prepaid sim) ?
3. Wechat registration require somebody to scan our barcode. Should I ask stranger to do that ?
I basically not familiar about wechat (which phone number to use), and QR code. Is there good video about it ?
@@andis9076 Hii!
1. I'm not sure which QR code you are talking about but I had to fill out an Entry Health Declaration form in order to board and this is the link: health.customsapp.com/ It was sent on an email from the airline I booked my ticket with and I had to fill it out right before I boarded in order for the form to be valid when I land. Not sure what the policy is right now.
2. If you are getting a Chinese number and are planning on using it while you are in China, I recommend registering Wechat using your Chinese number. Otherwise you can use your T-Mobile number. It's just for log-in purposes.
3. Oh I didn't know that. I'm sure if you can find someone with Wechat to scan your code that would be great! I'm not sure how to skip that process.
I think if you look up "how to use Wechat" on UA-cam, there are many useful videos! I hope you figure it out!!
it probably feels shorter to have 14 days in a hotel than 14 hrs on a flight.
Hahahaha both are kinda uncomfortable loll
No matter what but I just want to go visit China too.. Those language of chinese is amazing 🤘and I'm learning it🤩
awww that's great!! Hope everything goes back to normal soon and you can travel to China!
能回去就是福啊
确实是的！太久没有见家人了
我也想回北京。😭
Hi I plan travel to Shanghai, December can?
Wow you got lucky with the hotel
Ikkk! It's all random
Hi helen, just saw your video which help me understand about the situation there. Im a chinese national currently in pakistan and have been stuck here for 1 year now because of high flight prices. Now they are lower now and wanted to know more details on how to get to guangzhou from pakistan. My last destination is in guiyang so it would be really helpful if you could give me some insights on how to get back :)- thank youu
Hiii! China's policy toward people coming back from abroad changed after I went back so I believe that you need to test negative for COVID and anti-body 48 hours before your flight (please consult the Chinese embassy website for details). You will be quarantining at a local hotel at your destination and after 2 weeks if you are tested negative for COVID then you are free to go. Sorry I went back to China from America so I don't know if it is exactly the same as coming back from other countries. I really hope everything works out for you!!
Okay, thank youu ;)
Why were you flying back to China? To fill out forms, scan forms, do you have international phone plan to do so? Did your hotel provide those slippers for you?
Hii! I'm here to visit my family! You do need internet to use Wechat because the Wifi at the airport is very slow. I got a 24hr TravelPass from Verizon. I brought the slippers myself and also some essential toiletries. They do provide shampoo, body wash, and towels though.
@@helennnwang thank you for answering my questions. If you don’t mind me asking, how much was your ticket? I would like visit some family there but what is the procedure to get approval to travel at this time. Do we need to ask family to write a letter as proof?
@@iseeflowers Of course! Tickets are EXPENSIVE loll. Mine was around $5000. I don't know what the prices are right now. I am a Chinese citizen so I just need to have a COVID test result that's within 3 days before my flight to board. No family letter needed. I'm not sure what the procedures are like for foreigners. You may want to consult other sources and also the Chinese Embassy.
@@helennnwang yes that is expensive . Hope it is cheaper in the near future. Yes, I need to get information from Chinese embassy. Thank you for your answers.
How did you get into China as an international student? I thought they don't provide the visas yet...
Hii!! I’m not an international student. I’m a Chinese citizen.
@@helennnwang Ah, ok! Thanks!
Hi Helen! How are you doing? I mean, 14days is a long time to spend alone in a room... How much are you paying daily for food and room? I'm going to ShangHai the 29th from Europe.
Thanks!
Hiiii! Thank you for asking! I'm doing well and I'm getting out of quarantine TODAY!!!! Super excited! I am paying 350yuan/day for the room + 100yuan/day for three meals. It's great that you are coming!! I hope you have a safe trip!!
Did you pay for hotel room and hotel services ? Kindly tell please
Hii! Yes, you have to pay for your own hotel room and meals. The one I stayed in charged 350yuan/day for room and 100yuan/day for 3 meals.
@@helennnwang thank you so much for your reply ❤️🤗 i am studying at shandong university of tcm and i will go to china next year that's why i asked🙂
Do you know if a married couple (no kids) can stay together in the same room?
Hiii! I don't think they allow you to stay together. I think they want to charge both of you for rooms and food :( It may also varies depending on the hotel but I believe the one I'm staying at right now does not allow couples rooming together.
@@helennnwang Thank you for responding to me! So if it's about the money, do you think we could say we will pay for two rooms but stay in one?
@@bunnie1294 hmmm sorry I'm not sure. They may also say no for infection control purposes. I would say to ask them when you arrive at the hotel.
It’s no problem for couples from what I heard
Great info on china.
Thank you!!!
Your attitude about the whole process is really positive and uplifting!
Im flying to Shanghai in January to start my new job. I dont really mind spending 14 days in quarantine but im scared about the food situation as a vegetarian. Do you happen to know if they ask for special dietary requirements?
Also: Did you pay for the hotel yourself?
Hiiii! Thank you so much for your comments! Congrats on your new job that's super exciting! In terms of food, I'm sure they can arrange vegetarian diet for you if you tell them when you check in. Make sure to let them know first thing you arrive because the default food option which I had has soooo much meat loll. And yes, I paid for my own quarantine expenses. I paid 350 yuan/day for hotel and 100 yuan/day for 3 meals.
@@helennnwang Thank you! Its exciting on so many levels especially with all the testing and quarantine regulations 😅 Im hoping i can cut quarantine short since i have an apartment in Shanghai but we'll see!
Cheers to you!
Glad you got there safely! Did you have to book the hotel beforehand or did you do that in the airport when you landed and they sent you through the quarantine line?
I didn't book the hotel myself. It was pre-arranged. They didn't even ask me to choose. I did hear from other people that they were given options based on the price ranges when they arrived in China.
@@helennnwang Thank you darling! Stay safe!
为什么双阴检测后你还能从加拿大转机？
这个视频是在新政策 出来之前录的，所以现在很多都不一样了
Great video, perhaps you can give me some Ideas to create Wechat account,I don’t know anyone that uses it here in my city, having trouble finding some one with account to call me and attest I genuine person trying to get WeChat. Don’t know anyone in China where I will need to use it. Thanks for any suggestions.
Are u a Malaysian? How do i get into China?
Hi! I'm a Chinese citizen so policies might differ for citizens and foreigners.
Hiii, thanks so much for this helpful video. I'm flying to Shanghai from SF in about 7 hours .. did you use WeChat Pay to pay the hotel? Do they generally take credit card? I only have like 3000 RMB on me and am worried I wont be able to pay the hotel .. D:
Hiii! Hopefully you can see this when you land. Yes, they take both credit card and wechat pay. I'm sure they take cash too but credit card and wechat are more commonly used now. A lot of places may not take cash. Have a safe flight!
Did u get timmy's at YVR haha xD
I wish!!! Didn't have time to get anything :(((
@@helennnwang aw :,(
太好了的视频。我在我的UA-cam频道也在讲讲我的隔离
看到了！非常好！
@@helennnwang 非常感谢你
Hi
Hi!!
Your soo cute
awwww thank you!!
想家，回不去阿。。。
加油坚持！我现在也又回美国了，希望情况快点有好转吧！
@@helennnwang 太折腾了
@@joyjoyoo 是呢，现在越来越严格了