China has 1.3 billion people, a little over 20 percent of the world's population and is the 4th largest country in the world. China also has nearly 300 million people currently learning English making it one of the biggest markets for English learning. The currency is China is the RMB sometimes referred to as the Chinese Yuan.
After getting off the plane you should follow the signs to passport control. Before you go through, make sure you have filled in a migration card and a Health form (often handed out on the plane, otherwise available on desks in the passport control area). Hand in this card together with your passport and visa, have the migration card stamped (and one copy returned to you), and go through to baggage collection and customs. Either before you pick up your luggage or just afterwards, you should fill in a custom's declaration form (even if you have nothing to declare, you should still fill in the form as you may be stopped and asked for it). If you are bringing large amounts of money or expensive equipment (laptop, etc.) into the country, then be sure to declare it on this form. If you have something you need to declare, take your luggage and go through the red channel. If not, go through the green channel.
You will walk through to the exit, where people are waiting to meet the arrivals. It is here, on one side or the other that you will be met by a programme representative who will welcome you to China and take you to your accommodation. If, by chance, you do not see someone with a sign, continue to the end of the 'aisle' and wait. Perhaps you missed them or possibly your plane was early. Do not worry: you will be met.
Bicycles are an excellent method for getting around China's cities and tourist sights. Bicycle-hire outlets that cater to foreigners can be found in most traveller centres. Bikes can be hired by the day or by the hour. It's also possible to hire for more than one day; if you are planning on cycling over several days, however, consider purchasing a bike instead.

Apart from bikes, buses are the most common means of getting around in the cities. Services are fairly extensive, buses go to most places and fares are inexpensive. Good maps of Chinese cities and bus routes are readily available and are often sold by hawkers outside the train stations.

Travelling by train is an adventurous, fun and efficient way of getting around China and meeting the local people. A variety of classes means you can navigate as you wish: if you can endure a hard seat, getting from A to B is very cheap. Opting for a soft sleeper means things can get pricey.
Mandarin is the standard language in China, however in cities where there are a lot of tourists you'll have no trouble finding others who speak English. Most necessary services are offered in both English and Mandarin.
Chinese food varies greatly between provinces. Vegetables and rice are common, fresh fruit is limited, and milk is not widely available. Food is an important part of Chinese culture - chopsticks are used and tea is usually served with each meal. Western-style food can be purchased, although it is expensive