China Vlog Part 1: Tiananmen Square & Forbidden City Exploration

CHINA VLOG (part 1)

Destination:ChinaCity:BeijingPopulation:21.5 million
CHINA VLOG (part 1)
J&K Adventures2025-12-2820 min

Come with us on a new adventure, we are off to China! Todays video we explore our first hotel, Tiananmen square, and the Forbidden city. This was a tour by mycruises stay tuned for more vlogs of the rest of our trip!

--- J&K Adventures
December 28, 2025, Winter in China

Video Chapters

  1. 03:32Arrive Beijing and meet tour guide
  2. 03:45Hotel arrival and room tour
  3. 04:12Room tour details
  4. 05:52Hotel supermarket trip
  5. 10:34Forbidden City discussion

Travel vlog from J&K Adventures follows a long-haul journey to Beijing. After a stopover in Singapore, they reach the Chong Ya Warring Hotel Resort, tour a chic

Travel Guides & Tips in this video

  1. Tip 1Room tour: check out robes, slippers, big shower, massage chair, and private hot tub with city view. (04:12)
  2. Tip 2Visit local supermarket to grab snacks and unique items to try in Beijing and on the trip ahead. Explore cheap eats and spicy regional treats. (05:52)
  3. Tip 3Intro to Forbidden City: scale, history, and architecture glimpses; size and layout explained in lay terms. (13:25)

In this first CHINA VLOG installment, J&K Adventures invites us along as they kick off a multi city journey from Sydney to Beijing. The day starts with a lighthearted airport snack debate at Sydney’s terminal, a hint of the casual, on-the-road vibe that grounds the video. The couple shares the grind of a long journey, including a stopover in Singapore and a punchy reminder of how travel days can blend fatigue with small joys, like which airline meal hits the spot and which one doesn’t. Arriving in Beijing, they meet their tour guide and dive into a quick first impression walk for snacks, then head straight to the Chong Ya Warring Hotel Resort. The hotel reveal is a true highlight: slippers and robes, a roomy bathroom, a TV setup, and an unexpected personal hot tub on a balcony that looks out over the city. The mood shifts from travel chaos to luxury as they explore the room’s amenity lineup, especially the massage chair and the private hot tub area that promises relaxation after a long

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CHINA VLOG (part 1)

In this opening CHINA VLOG, J&K Adventures invites viewers into a long flight and a lot of airport small talk before heading to Beijing. They land, link up with a tour guide, and transition from travel fatigue to hotel luxury, showing the room tour with slippers, robes, a massage chair, and a private hot tub with a city view. The hotel stay feels like a major upgrade after the plane ride, and the video teases more city exploration to come. The couple notices everyday hotel life, the cost of meals, and the comfort of room amenities, balancing moments of humor with genuine anticipation for the Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square. Traveler J&K Adventures keeps the tone light and candid, weaving in snippets about English learning, spicy local snacks, and the bustling hotel restaurant options. The video promises more vlogs from the trip, inviting viewers to stay tuned for the deeper cultural dives ahead.

FAQs (From the traveler's perspective)

Q: What is the first hotel like in Beijing?
A: The Chong Ya Warring Hotel Resort wowed them with robes, slippers, a roomy bath, a massage chair, and a private hot tub with a balcony view, making the travel day feel luxurious.

China Vlog Part 1: Tiananmen Square & Forbidden City Exploration

Come with us on a new adventure, we are off to China! Todays video we explore our first hotel, Tiananmen square, and the Forbidden city. This was a tour by mycruises stay tuned for more vlogs of the rest of our trip!

Beijing Arrival and First Hotel Tour: CHINA VLOG Part 1

Embark on an unforgettable journey through China with J&K Adventures! This first installment dives into the heart of Beijing, unveiling the grandeur of Tiananmen Square and the imperial splendor of the Forbidden City. Experience the thrill of discovery as they explore their first hotel, setting the stage for more exciting vlogs to come. Prepare to be captivated by the rich history and vibrant culture of China.

Attractions in this video: Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, Beijing