Q: I really want to go to Beijing to watch the games! Where can I get tickets, how much are tickets?
A: The Beijing Olympic Games timetable is August 8 to 24, 2008 and tickets can be booked in April 2007. More than 50% of tickets will be sold in China with a portion of the allocation of tickets to be reserved for competitors to their families. People of China (excluding Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan), including foreigners resident may formally make the request through ticketing site or online outlets tickets authorized by the Bank of China. People living in Hong Kong and Taiwan should apply for tickets designated agents authorized by the Olympic Committee of Hong Kong and Chinese Taipei Olympic Committee, respectively. And those in Macao may apply to the Macao Sport Development. If you are outside China, contact your Olympic Committee or its agents, who are responsible for the ticket sale in your country. The price of tickets for the Beijing Olympic Games, which are lower than those of previous Olympic Games, will be affordable for most people in the world.
Q: There must be many visitors to Beijing in 2008. Where can we stay during the Olympics?
A: There are many good hotels and hostels in Beijing. You can stay in good hotels such as Beijing Hotel, Hilton Hotel, and Beijing New Century Hotel, and so on to enjoy a luxury residence in the old city of Beijing. If you're on a budget, you can choose hostels, which are as clean and tidy. Since May it be the number of visitors to Beijing at that time, it is best to book a hotel well in advance. For more details on hotels in Beijing, you can check Hotels Beijing or the introduction on the official site for the Olympics. Another good site and comprehensive travel www.beijingtrip.com east of Beijing.
Q: How on communications in Beijing? Can I use my mobile phone from Beijing, and on the Internet?
A: In China, GSM network has only two frequencies, 900HZ and 1800HZ if your mobile phone must be tri-band to use in China. CDMA is not very popular in China, it is better to ask the sales agent for more details before coming to China. Internet cafes can be found everywhere in Beijing with most of them using broadband connections.
Q: Can Chinese people speak English or are there English-speaking guides / volunteers available during the Olympics?
A: Most students have learned English since junior high school. They are more than willing to help if you have any problems. What's more, citizens of Beijing are learning English. English speaking guides and volunteers are also available to provide better service to our international visitors.
Q: What about transport in China? Can I drive in Beijing on an international driving permit?
A: The transport system has been greatly improved in recent years. People can use subway, bus, taxi, light rail and achieve Olympic Green and other sites during the Olympic Games. However, you can not drive in China, unless you have a Chinese driver's license.
Q: Is there west of food available in Beijing that the Chinese cuisine is not to my liking?
A: As a modernisation capital, there are many kinds of restaurants in Beijing. Most hotels offer both Chinese and Western food. Restaurants offering American food, Brazilian, french, German, Indian, Japanese, Italian, etc. can be found everywhere in Beijing. You can check the details about restaurants in Beijing.
Q: I Olympic Mascots much! Where can I buy?
A: There are a lot of memories available for the Beijing Olympics, including metal products, clothing and accessories, hats, bags, ties, pens and crafts, all with a symbol of the Olympics Beijing. You can buy them in many department stores and tourist attractions.
Q: Will the Beijing Olympics in August, what will the weather be at this point?
A: Although August is not the hottest month of the year, you must pay attention to the strong ultraviolet radiation. The average daily maximum temperature in August is 29C (84F) so it is advisable to wear sunglasses, sun or light clothes and stay at home in the hot summer. Check detailed information on weather conditions in Beijing.
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