I don't speak any Chinese. Will I be okay?
Absolutely. Your LVYV itinerary includes practical Chinese phrases, and our 24/7 support is in English. Many young people in Xi'an and Chengdu speak some English. With translation apps and a smile, you'll be just fine.
What are some essential Chinese phrases?
- Hello: Nǐ hǎo (你好)
- Thank you: Xiè xiè (谢谢)
- How much?: Duō shǎo qián? (多少钱？)
- I don't understand: Wǒ bù dǒng (我不懂)
- Where is the bathroom?: Xǐ shǒu jiān zài nǎ lǐ? (洗手间在哪里？)
Your itinerary's City Dictionary will include local dialect phrases too.
Does my itinerary include translations?
Yes. All activity names, descriptions, and tips are in English. Key Chinese terms are included with pinyin for reference.
What translation app do you recommend?
Pleco (dictionary), YouDao, Google Translate (download the Chinese offline pack before you go), and Baidu Translate are all good options.
What's the emergency number in China?
- Police: 110
- Ambulance: 120
- Fire: 119
- 24/7 LVYV emergency support: See your itinerary for the contact number.