I am going to China at Christmas and was wondering how much money I need to take and which currency is the best. I am also doing 4 nights in Hong Kong if someone could help answer my questions I would be grateful.

Many thanks Julie

I went to China with the Yangtze Add On in September. Take about £150.00 in Remimbi. The notes are called Yuan. Take about £400.00 in a mix of. £10.00 and £20.00 notes. Note that these bank notes MUST be clean, not written on or crumpled up. DO NOT take £50.00 notes as the Chinese do not know what they are. Hotels will change the Bank of England notes. I assume that you live in England or Wales, if not, do not take Irish or Scottish notes. This amount of cash should be ample for your day to day expenses. Use your credit card for any large expense that you may make. Faulty goods should be covered by your credit card, but not a debit card. Finally you will be approached by many street traders, as far as they are concerned a NO is just a starting point. Always try to knock down prices, even in shops. Offer a quarter of the asking price, you will be surprised at how much you can get off.

You are in for a great holiday

Peter

I really appreciate your help.

I bet you had a great time I am really looking forward to going. Not long know.

Warm regards Julie

I LOVED HK.......I hope you have a wonderful time.... I got my decimal points mixed up n China and ended up laying £5 for something hat I thought was 50p!!!!!!

I am really excited and can't wait. It should be a wonderful trip ending up in Hong Kong for New Year.

Thanks for help with the currency I will take sterling

Best wishes Julie