Club Med has been a familiar household name for many holidaymakers, offering some of the best fuss-free, all-inclusive vacations worldwide. This, of course, includes Club Med China where you can choose from different destinations that cater to all your vacation needs. But how do you pick from 4 of the Club Med China resorts? Read on to discover our holiday advisors’ easy guide to a perfect vacation in China.
Why is Club Med China the perfect vacation?
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Before we pick the best Club Med China location for your holiday, let’s talk about what makes their resorts the perfect vacation.
For starters, Club Med China has a long-standing reputation as a resort that welcomes guests of all ages. With plenty of fun activities befitting every vacation style, it’s the perfect spot regardless if you’re hungry for adventures or just want to laze around to unwind. Travelling with a group who may have different opinions? Club Med China has it all sorted as every guest has the freedom to choose how they want to enjoy the resort.
Most activities are also guided and led by the resort’s friendly members of staff known as Gentle Officers (G.O), so you’ll never have to worry if you’re inexperienced in any of the excitement offered.
The resorts are also strategically located across different regions of China, boasting gorgeous views no matter your destination of choice. Resorts such as the Club Med Changbaishan are even set in the heart of a UNESCO World Heritage site, allowing guests to fully immerse themselves in the historic beauty of their holiday destination while fully preserving what’s been created by Mother Nature.
Families travelling with children below 4 can benefit from free stays, meals, and experiences from Club Med China. Meanwhile, children aged between 4 to 17 may also enjoy the resort at special rates. To give parents peace of mind while on vacation, Club Med has meticulously prepared various childcare options including Baby Club Med®, Petit Club Med®, Mini-Club Med® Plus, Teens Club Med, and Club Med Chill Pass.
Aimed at creating the best family vacation experience, all children-related clubs offer age-appropriate activities to keep the little and not-so-little guests cared for and entertained.
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Club Med Changbaishan
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Set in the Changbaishan Biosphere Nature Reserve, Club Med Changbaishan is a unique resort set in a UNESCO World Heritage site. With beautiful mountain views surrounding the resort, guests can be sure to wake up to a marvel unlike any other from the moment they arrive.
What accompanies Club Med Changbaishan is its unspoilt snow-capped slopes, a sight that’s long become every winter sports fan’s favourite. Perfect for beginners or familiar skiers, the Luneng Domain of this Club Med resort is sure to feed into the adrenaline of adventure seekers. And you wouldn’t have to worry if you haven’t tried skiing before – Club Med Changbaishan’s professional guides are always happy to take you through the basics, guiding you step-by-step high up onto the mountains and down the slopes.
On the flip side, guests who prefer to embark on a less adrenaline-inducing activity but still want to enjoy the gorgeous views can opt for a guided hiking excursion instead. Helmed by experienced hiking G.O. from Club Med, this nature walk takes guests into the mountains where you’ll experience crisp, fresh air while overlooking the resort and its surroundings.
Back at Club Med Changbaishan, guests will find up to 29 indoor pools to dip into at the Wellness Oasis, each filled with Changbaishan’s mineral-rich hot spring water. Especially known for its natural health benefits, these pools are the perfect spot to melt away every inch of weariness whether from a long day of activities at the resort or from the daily hustle and bustle of life.
To heighten the taste of luxury while at Club Med Changbaishan, guests can also opt for a traditional body scrubbing treatment at the resort spa. Done by local therapists to ensure you reap the full benefits of the region’s resources and culture, this treatment marks the perfect end to a fantastic vacation at the resort.
Club Med Changbaishan is your perfect Club Med China destination if: You enjoy waking up to the gorgeous sight of white mountains and want to enjoy a wonderfully relaxing vacation while creating new memories that will last forever with your loved ones.
Club Med Yabuli
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Home to the 3rd Asian Winter Games in 1996, Club Med Yabuli is one of China’s premier ski resorts. Nestled within a lush pine forest in Harbin, the resort offers over 50km of slopes that stretch across three domains – ideal for ski and snowboarding enthusiasts who love nothing more than to strap in for the rush of winter sports.
In fact, China’s downhill ski team often trains at Club Med Yabuli, further solidifying the resort’s reputation for being the ultimate destination as the winter wonderland of many holidaymakers’ dreams.
For guests who have never tried winter sports but are keen to try, the professionally trained G.O. from Club Med Yabuli is ever ready to help guide and hone your skills with you. Every lesson is tailored to your skill set and comfort level, so you’ll never feel pressured to master the basics immediately. This makes the resort the ideal spot even for beginner skiers and snowboarders.
Beyond just winter sports, Club Med Yabuli is also home to a variety of fun activities for the whole family including indoor climbing, table tennis, and even mahjong! To keep everyone entertained, the resort even hosts Amazing Family Winter Games and karaoke sessions so you can serenade your loved ones with your favourite tracks.
But getting busy on your feet isn’t all you can do at the resort. Instead, guests who want to leave behind the stresses of their city lives are welcome to sweat it out at the in-house sauna and steam rooms or join a meditative yoga session. An indoor freshwater pool is also available at the resort for all guests to dip in – although children must be accompanied by adults at all times.
Furthermore, on-demand spa treatments can be found at the Club Med Spa for guests seeking the ultimate relaxation. Decorated with natural wooden accents facing the glorious mountains, this is one spa experience you’ll never want to leave.
Club Med Yabuli is your perfect Club Med China destination if: You want to walk in the path of China’s downhill ski team and you’re hungry for all things winter sports. From skiing to snowboarding, there’s no place like Club Med Yabuli to live up to your professional winter athlete dream.
Club Med Beidahu
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Fondly known as the Winter Wonderland of Jilin, Club Med Beidahu is the destination of choice for holidaymakers who seek the fun of winter sports yet crave off-snow experiences in a single resort. Flanked by beautiful mountain ranges and views, it’s a haven created for non-stop entertainment that welcomes guests of all ages to explore.
Skiing or snowboarding down the powdery snow slopes at Club Med Beidahu is a must, with many guests making return trips just to experience the thrill year after year. For the inexperienced, the resort’s professional guides are always strapped to take you through the basics as you manoeuvre through the pleasing curves of the mountains. Group lessons and private guides are available, with the former being organized according to age groups.
But don’t fret if being out in the cold to leave footprints isn’t your cup of tea. With up to 15 activities and 4 extra on-demand activities ready to entertain, there’s never a dull moment when you’re at Club Med Beidahu. Instead, guests are welcome to mindful sessions of Hatha and Yin Yoga led by the resort’s in-house instructors. Focusing on mindfulness and taking life on the slow lane, these sessions are aimed at helping you discover your balance and release tension amidst the beautiful mountainous setting in the background.
Families visiting with younger children may also rejoice in knowing that the resort offers a lovely selection of activities such as live musical entertainment, circus performances, and even magic shows to keep the little ones from being bored. Or better yet, why not carve fresh memories together at the Amazing Family Winter Games hosted by the G.O.?
And when you’re ready to unwind after a long day of fun, head on over to Club Med Beidahu’s Wellness Oasis where you’ll be pampered with an unforgettable spa experience. Specializing in using the Ahava brand of products, the treatments at this Club Med Spa reap the natural benefits of water, salt, plants, and mud from the Dead Sea. This results in a deeply hydrating, revitalizing, and rejuvenating treatment that helps relax your face and body to mark the perfect end to your stay.
Club Med Beidahu is your perfect Club Med China destination if: You love the balance of having winter sports fun and off-snow experiences. From high-energy, adrenaline-inducing activities indoors and out to gently relaxing spa treatments that will melt all your city fatigue away, Club Med Beidahu is the destination that offers the best of both worlds.
Club Med Lijiang
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Last but not least, vacationers who prefer a sunnier experience shouldn’t miss out on a trip to Club Med Lijiang. As the only non-snow-centred Club Med in China, this beautiful destination trades the powdery ski slopes for gorgeous views of the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain of Yunnan. And the best part? You’re there in just 4 and a half hours of flight time directly from Kuala Lumpur!
What makes this destination extra special is how the rooms are built to specifically blend into the mountainous landscape. Re-imagined with the Naxi – Yunnan’s native inhabitants – culture and architectural styles in mind, each room at Club Med Lijiang comes with a balcony so guests can enjoy a breath of fresh air right from the comforts of their home away from home.
Beyond that, guests can expect a wide selection of fun activities to keep themselves entertained. From archery sessions to trapeze lessons, Club Med Lijiang is a destination where the entertainment never ends no matter your age. Pickleball enthusiasts will find that this newly popular sport can be enjoyed at the resort, showcasing a blend of modern meets traditional even when you’re in the mountains. A 1,500 sqm indoor park can also be found within the resort and is open year-round for those who prefer a wet and wild vacation.
Finally, what truly sets Club Med Lijiang apart from the other Club Med China destinations are the excursions you can join outside the resort. Led by the G.O., guests can stroll around the Lijiang Eternal Love scenic area and pop into popular spots for a better view of the village. Also, don’t miss out on the cultural “Eternal Love of Lijiang” performance that showcases the histories and rich cultures of the minorities of Lijiang.
Those who want to further experience life as an authentic Naxi native can also opt for a half-day visit to the Naxi Courtyard and see the Yuhu Lake nestled at the foot of the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. Subsequently, don’t miss out on thematic activities where you can immerse yourselves in the Dongba Culture and Nature Exploration where you can see and experience Dongba script writing, tile painting, and plant handicrafts just to name a few.
Club Med Lijiang is your perfect Club Med China destination if: You want a vacation that blends relaxation, the beauty of nature, and immersive cultural experiences from the locals of Yunnan. Guests who aren’t big fans of winter sports will also enjoy the resort thanks to its 21 included activities and 11 more on-demand experiences for a holiday that’s personalized to every vacation style.
To make the most out of your holiday at Club Med China, you’ll want to take advantage of their special 30% discounted rates. Available to guests travelling during selected travel periods, these limited-time-only deals can be applied to any of Club Med China resorts.
This means that it doesn’t matter if you’re hungry for a snow-swept adventure in Club Med Changbaishan, Club Med Yabuli, and Club Med Beidahu or simply want to make new memories with your loved ones at Club Med Lijiang, you’ll always find the sweetest rates when booking with Holiday Tours.
So, get in touch with our holiday advisors today and let us help you make your trip to Club Med China the most unforgettable vacation yet!