Chinese New Year
Chinese New Year 2010
Chinese New Year begins according to the Chinese calendar which consists of both Gregorian and lunar-solar calendar systems. Because the track of the new moon changes from year to year, Chinese New Year can begin anytime between late January and mid-February. Below is a chart that shows the beginning day of Chinese New Year and the animal sign for that year.
If you are planning of taking a trip during Chinese New Year it is advisable to book well in advance, as many flights and hotels get booked up pretty early.
| Year | Chinese New Year Begins | Animal Sign |
| 2007 | February 18 | Pig |
| 2008 | February 7 | Rat |
| 2009 | January 26 | Ox |
| 2010 | February 14 | Tiger |
| 2011 | February 3 | Rabbit |
| 2012 | January 23 | Dragon |
| 2013 | February 10 | Snake |
| 2014 | January 31 | Horse |
| 2015 | February 19 | Sheep |
| 2016 | February 8 | Monkey |
| 2017 | January 28 | Rooster |
| 2018 | February 16 | Dog |
| 2019 | February 5 | Pig |
