I already run an unrelated customer service business.

I am interested in importing as a totally new venture and have been itching to go to oneof these fairs for the last few years to see whats on offer.

One of my concerns is the lingo, but I'm sure most will speak english or perhaps an enterpreteur will be on hand.

John

Well worth the trip. The important thing to do while you are there, once/if you have found a supplier at the fair, make sure you visit the factory. Too many of these companies at the fair are trading companies and just because they have a nice booth it does not mean a great deal. Language is generally not a problem at the fair as most can speak some English...some very well. Have noticed recently many Chinese companies use European or US customers to do the talking in return for a free stay in China! If you do HK might be worth getting the visa and crossing the border for the Canton fair. Usually a load of interpreters waiting to help...for a fee!
Go for it.
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Thanks Anglo,

I will certainly take your advice!

I will also check if there are any Canton fairs of interest to me if I go.

I also checked your website wich is very interesting.

Thanks again, John

John,

The Canton Fair is very big (Guangzhou). Couple of hours bus ride from HK or alternatively you can fly 45mins. Week one is from 15th-20th October, week two 25th-30th. Different products for the different phases. Same applies...do your homework on the supplier before committing.
Good luck, any questions do ask.
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www.anglosino.co.uk

Thanks Paul,

I'm still seriously contemplating going to the HK fair, not sure if I would be able to fit the Canton fair in.

I will definatly contact you Paul for some info if I go next month.

I have been checking some of the hotels......some quite expensive, and at the low end, 2-3 star look alittle seedy :-o

Mnay thanks, John 

UPDATE

I have now decided to go to the HK fair with flight and hotel now booked.

I will let you know how things went.

Looks like I was logged on as Charlie Chester as well, due to being on two pc's and two different user names.....sorry about the confusion but I am one and the same.

John