Travel Guides & Articles
In-depth guides, tips, and stories for your China adventure.
- shanghai
Shanghai Travel Guide: The Bund, Art Deco Glamour & the City That Never Sleeps
Plan your Shanghai trip with our complete guide — the Bund, Pudong skyline, Yu Garden, French Concession, local food, nightlife, and day trip ideas.
Updated: - xian
Xi'an Travel Guide: Terracotta Warriors, the Silk Road & Muslim Quarter Food
Xi'an was the starting point of the Silk Road and capital of 13 Chinese dynasties. Our guide covers the Terracotta Army, City Wall, Muslim Quarter, and how to do it all in 3–4 days.
Updated: - apps
Essential Apps for Travelling China in 2025 (And How to Stay Connected)
The definitive list of apps every international traveller needs in China — maps, transport, translation, food — plus honest advice on internet access and the Great Firewall.
Updated: - payment
Money & Payment in China 2025: How Foreigners Can Use Alipay and WeChat Pay
China is nearly cashless — here is exactly how to link your foreign Visa/Mastercard to Alipay and WeChat Pay so you can pay everywhere from street stalls to five-star restaurants.
Updated: - transport
Getting Around China in 2025: A Complete Guide to High-Speed Trains, Metros & More
China's high-speed rail network is the world's largest. Here is exactly how to book tickets, navigate stations, and travel between cities like a local — even without Mandarin.
Updated: - visa
China Visa & Entry Guide 2025: 144-Hour & 15-Day Transit Visa-Free Explained
Everything international travellers need to know about entering China in 2025 — tourist visas, the 144-hour transit visa-free policy, and the expanded 15-day visa-free program.
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