Hassle free travelling in Hangzhou China
💰 Price: Airport Pickup SGD 26/car from terminal 4 to our hotel, booked through Trip.com so that you don't need to spend that extra time looking for Didi pickup point or where the train station is.
💰 Price: Biz class High speed train 2.5 hours SGD107/Pax
Complementary: snacks & drink only
Tea was refillable
They started serving lunch closer to 1pm
Rating /⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐: Highly recommend if you can snatch the tickets to avoid people kicking your seat (case in point: uncle in First Class carriage)
👍Why I like it: Train staff would remind you when it's closer to your stop, you get to choose your preferred seats (not guaranteed)
💰 Price: Meituan-ed all my BBTs for less than SGD5 per cup, at negligible delivery cost
✨Brand: Molly Tea (fav)茉莉奶白, Ah Mah Homemade Tea啊嫲手作, YeYe Bu He Cha 爷爷不喝茶，Gu Min古茗
During my trip to Hangzhou, I found that pre-booking airport pickup services through platforms like Trip.com really takes the stress out of arriving in a new city. The process was straightforward, and the driver was waiting right at the exit with a clear sign, which made navigating this unfamiliar environment hassle-free. Especially arriving late at night, it gave me peace of mind. Choosing business class on the high-speed train between the airport and the city was also a great decision. Not only was the journey quick, around 2.5 hours, but the service was top-notch. Tea refillable on board and snacks provided made the ride relaxing. Plus, I highly recommend trying to get tickets early to avoid crowded or uncomfortable seats. For bubble tea lovers, Hangzhou offers some fantastic options. I used Meituan to order a variety of local bubble tea brands like Molly Tea and Ah Mah Homemade Tea, all at a great price with minimal delivery fees. Sampling these drinks added a fun local flavor to my trip! If you plan to bring baggage, double-check with your service provider about space limits to avoid any surprises. Also, watch out for ticket availability on popular transport services; joining a waitlist can sometimes secure you a spot if initial tickets sell out. Overall, being prepared and using local apps helped me enjoy Hangzhou without any travel hassles.