Let’s hear it for KTV!

You've been busy all day and now it's time to kick-back and let your hair down. Hitting the KTV clubs (Karaoke) in China is one of the funniest and most sociable ways in which to do this. KTV is quite estranged from the arch-typical trip to China, but sure enough, there may well be one of these nearby to your China hotels for you and your friends to spend an exhilarating evening. Without doubt, the sparkly-clean veneer of some of the KTV clubs with their attentive service makes it an excellent venue to unwind, especially after your China flights. Twice I have been to KTV and both times were a barrel-of-laughs. I found that to really enjoy the experiences, you need to stay for a good few hours (after which you have loosened up from a few drinks). Even if singing is not your talent (and I'm certainly no Pavarotti); then grab a maraca and shake away! Or, for the more rhythmical individual, especially if you're placed in a large room, there is the option of taking to the dance floor and showing off some moves. Compared to the western world, karaoke in China is big business comprising of large venues. The KTV club I went to with friends is typical of what to expect with Chinese karaoke. It is a large building with numerous private function rooms to allow you and your friends to enjoy a good-old sing-song to your heart's content. Indeed, the layout of the clubs is a stark contrast to the usual western karaoke open bar setting. Due to KTV clubs having lots of private function rooms and often staying open for twenty-four hours, criticism has come in the form of liking the clubs to sleaze. Nevertheless, by booking a private room at KTV you will be guaranteed to be safe in the knowledge that you will be singing in front of familiar faces. Listening to a Chinese friend's advice before booking a KTV room is recommended to ensure that the venue is fit for your purpose. Amongst other things, pre-booking is advisable as KTV clubs are very popular and may be fully booked upon arrival. In addition, it's worth confirming your playlist beforehand, unless you would like to sing Chinese songs. With all said (or sung) and done, KTV is a cultural part of modern China which should not go amiss on any China travel schedule.   from China Travel Blog http://blog.chinatraveldepot.com

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