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3 Days in Beijing: The Perfect Itinerary for First-Time Visitors (2026)
The ideal 3-day Beijing itinerary for first-time visitors — Forbidden City, Great Wall, Temple of Heaven, hutongs, Peking duck, and the best of imperial Beijing in 72 hours, with daily schedules, transport directions, and what to skip.
Updated May 2026
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visaChina Travel Guide for British Travellers 2026: Visa-Free, Payments & Flight Tips
The complete China travel guide for UK citizens in 2026 — how the 15-day visa-free policy works for British passports, Alipay with UK cards, flights from London, Manchester and other UK cities, and practical tips for British independent travellers.
Updated May 2026
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foodChina Food Guide: 30 Dishes You Must Try and Where to Find Them
The essential China food guide for travellers: 30 must-try dishes organised by region, how to find the best versions, how to order without Chinese, food safety tips, and a guide to the regional cuisines that make Chinese food endlessly varied.
Updated May 2026
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Best Time to Visit China: Month-by-Month Guide by Region and Activity
When is the best time to visit China? A practical breakdown by month, region, and travel goal — covering Beijing, Shanghai, Chengdu, Guilin, Tibet, and more, with crowd levels, weather, and the public holidays that move millions of people.
Updated May 2026
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How to Book China High-Speed Train Tickets as a Foreigner (Step-by-Step 2025)
A plain-English guide to booking China's high-speed trains as a foreign visitor — using 12306, Trip.com, and station ticket offices, with passport registration, seat selection, and everything you need to know before your first journey.
Updated May 2026
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2 Weeks in China: The Ultimate Independent Itinerary for First-Timers
The definitive 14-day China itinerary covering Beijing, Xi'an, Chengdu, and Shanghai — with exact train connections, daily budgets, booking tips, and honest advice for independent travellers doing it without a tour group.
Updated May 2026
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