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China Metro Safety, Etiquette & Survival Tips for Foreign Visitors
Essential metro safety rules, unspoken etiquette norms, and practical survival tips for navigating China's subway systems as a foreign visitor — from security checks to rush hour survival.
Updated May 2026
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toolkitLGBTQ+ Friendly Cities in China 2026: Shanghai, Chengdu & Where to Go
Which Chinese cities are most welcoming for LGBTQ+ visitors — Shanghai's underground gay scene (Jing'an district), Chengdu's relaxed queer culture, the reality in Beijing and Guangzhou, how public displays of affection are perceived, gay bars and events that exist, and the 'don't ask, don't tell' dynamic that shapes most LGBTQ+ visitors' experiences.
Updated May 2026
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lgbtqLGBTQ+ Travel in China 2026: Cities, Reality & What to Expect
LGBTQ+ travel in China — the legal status (homosexuality decriminalised since 1997, not a mental disorder since 2001, but no legal protections or recognition), Shanghai's underground queer scene (Jing'an district, JJ Bar is the institution), Chengdu's more relaxed queer culture, the 'don't ask, don't tell' dynamic for same-sex couples, and what's changed in 2025-2026 (some outdoor Pride events have been blocked again).
Updated May 2026
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toolkitChina Safety & Health Guide 2026: Drinking Water, Air Quality, Medical Care & Common Issues
Health and safety in China — tap water is not drinkable anywhere in China (always boiled or filtered), the air quality index and when to stay indoors in Beijing and northern cities, food safety and what risks are real vs overstated, finding a doctor (international clinics in major cities, WeChat Doctor app), emergency numbers (120 for ambulance, 110 for police), and travel insurance.
Updated May 2026
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China Tourist Scams Guide 2026: How to Spot & Avoid Every Common Con
The complete guide to China's most common tourist scams — the Tea House Scam (most common in Beijing and Shanghai), the Art Student scam, fake monks, taxi overcharges, fake currency, counterfeit goods tricks, and simple rules that prevent 99% of scam situations.
Updated May 2026
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healthChina Pharmacies & Medicine Guide 2026: What to Buy, Drug Names & Prescription Tips
Chinese pharmacies (药店) are abundant, affordable and well-stocked — but navigating them without reading Chinese requires some preparation. This 2026 guide covers finding pharmacies, understanding the Chinese drug naming system, key over-the-counter medicines to know, common health issues travellers encounter in China, prescription medicine regulations and what to bring from home.
Updated May 2026
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