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shanghai3 Days in Shanghai: The Perfect First-Timer's Itinerary
A 3-day Shanghai itinerary covering the Bund and Pudong skyline, the French Concession and Tianzifang, and a day trip to the water town Zhujiajiao — with metro directions, restaurant picks, and honest timing advice.
Updated Jul 2026
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beginnersChina Honeymoons 2026: Best Destinations, Hotels & Itineraries
Planning a China honeymoon in 2026? Romantic destinations from Guilin to Yunnan, luxury hotels, costs, and ready-made itineraries for honeymoons in China.
Updated Jul 2026
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transportChina Night Sleeper Trains 2026: Complete Overnight Train Guide
China overnight trains explained — hard vs soft sleeper, T/K/Z and high-speed night trains, booking as a foreigner, what to pack, and sleeper train etiquette.
Updated Jul 2026
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transportChina High-Speed Rail Tickets: How to Book as a Foreigner (2026)
China high-speed rail tickets: how to book on 12306 or Trip.com with a foreign passport — the 15-day booking window, seat classes, and fares. No Chinese needed.
Updated Jul 2026
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paymentUsing Credit Cards & Cash in China 2026: What Actually Works for Foreign Tourists
The honest guide to using foreign credit cards and cash in China in 2026 — where Visa and Mastercard work and where they don't, the best cards to bring, how to withdraw yuan from Chinese ATMs, the Alipay international card workaround, and how much cash you actually need.
Updated May 2026
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healthMedical Care & Health Emergencies in China 2026: A Practical Guide for Foreign Travellers
What to do if you get sick or have a medical emergency in China — how the hospital system works for foreigners, the best international hospitals in Beijing, Shanghai and other cities, travel insurance requirements, common health issues, and Chinese pharmacy navigation.
Updated May 2026
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