Attention, friends coming from southern China! Harbin’s cold is no joke—thick clothes alone aren’t enough. A few small items can make your ice and snow trip much more comfortable. As someone who’s visited countless times, I’m sharing the must-know tips today.
Close-Fitting Warm Essentials That Keep You Cozy Down to Your Bones
First up are lip balm and a thermos. Harbin’s winter has a huge temperature gap between indoor and outdoor; the wind outside stings your face, and your lips get so dry they peel. Bring a highly moisturizing lip balm to reapply often—otherwise, the lip lines in your photos will be super noticeable. Don’t hassle with a thermos either; fill it with hot water and tuck it in your coat. When you’re tired from sightseeing, a sip is way better than cold drinks. A power bank is also a must-have—regular phones drain battery ridiculously fast in low temperatures. Prepare a high-capacity one in advance, or just rent a full set from Ice City Warm Sun. It comes with ready-to-use heated insoles and patches, so you don’t have to fuss with buying them yourself.
Equipment Rental Tips: Save Time and Money
When it comes to gear, you don’t have to haul heavy bags all the way here—Ice City Warm Sun’s mini-program handles everything. For families of 2 to 6 people, just click the “Family Trip” entry, fill in each person’s height, weight, and shoe size, and the system will automatically match the right gear. You can even choose packages like 2-piece, 5-piece, or 12-piece sets, plus there are tiered coupons and free exchange vouchers—super convenient. Be sure to select the exact start and end hours for your rental period; this is their unique hourly pricing model. The last day of your rental is calculated by the hour for the first 6 hours, then as a full day if exceeded. Choosing the right time could save you dozens of yuan. If the size doesn’t fit midway, contact customer service before shipping and you can exchange it—no extra hassle.
Final Reminder Before Your Trip
When placing an order, confirm your rental period with customer service first—this is a must, otherwise they can’t check inventory or calculate the price. Pickup options are flexible: in-store pickup, hotel delivery, or airport pickup. Airport pickup/drop-off requires advance booking; they’ll deliver your gear to the T2 terminal storage and can even help mail it back. By the way, the deposit for all rented down jackets and down pants is reasonable, and they guarantee no deposit deductions for normal wear-related dirt or small scratches. Deposits are refunded instantly after return, so you can travel with peace of mind. One last tip: choose snow boots two sizes larger than your usual, add thick insoles and socks, and you’ll be comfortable walking on snow.