China Travel Guide
China Travel Guide

Chinese New Year VLOG: What Chinese New Year is ACTUALLY like for a Foreigner Living in China

Published on 02/22/2026
|
10,270 views
572
| Lisa   罗洁莉 By: Lisa 罗洁莉
"This is my first time to properly celebrate Chinese New Year in China with my Chinese friends and it felt very special."

⭐ Leaving fish uneaten on New Year's Eve symbolizes abundance for the coming year.

⭐ Attempting the Asian squat and a viral social media fitness challenge with friends.

⭐ Trying stinky tofu at a local market and surprisingly enjoying the flavorful sauce.


Places from the Video

shanghai
Shanghai Railway Station
Hangzhou Intangible Cultural Heritage Museum
Hangzhou East Railway Station

Chinese New Year VLOG in China

Chinese New Year
Best For
Foreigners
Travel Theme
Festival
shanghai
Shanghai Railway Station
Hangzhou Intangible Cultural Heritage Museum
Hangzhou East Railway Station
Day 1
not mentioned
afternoon
1

Travel to Hangzhou

Taking a train from Shanghai to Hangzhou.

evening
2

Chinese New Year's Eve Dinner

Traditional dinner with friends at their home.

View Full -Days Itinerary

Your Travel Journey Starts Here

Sign up and we'll send the best deals to you