China Travel Guides

January in Shanghai is a damp cold rather than a dry one, so the winning strategy is a thermal base layer, a warm mid layer you can remove indoors, and a wind-blocking outer layer. This guide covers base, mid and outer layers, accessories, footwear, a five-day packing example, what to leave behind, and a forecast check before departure.

Beijing packing is really a layering problem. Build a breathable base, a warm midlayer and a weatherproof shell, then adjust the weight of each layer for the season you are travelling in.

Shanghai rewards a packing list built around damp air and long walking days rather than temperature alone. This guide covers a four-layer clothing system, quick-dry fabric choices, one walking shoe plus one smarter flat, a seven-day carry-on example, and the phone setup that belongs in your pre-departure list.

November in Beijing is a layering problem rather than a single-coat answer. Build a three-layer system you can peel apart as heated museums, shops, and transit meet cold streets, then choose footwear and a scarf that handle long days of walking.

November in Shanghai splits into two moods: mild early weeks and a noticeably colder finish. Pack layers you can add and remove, a warm outer coat for evenings, and broken-in walking shoes for long days on your feet.