China Travel Tips & Practical Guides
From mastering mobile payments with Alipay to navigating cities with Didi, our essential guides cover everything you need. Get practical tips on transport, accommodation, and staying connected for a smooth trip.
UnionPay App Guide for Tourists: Linking Foreign Cards & Making Payments
Learn how to use the UnionPay app in China. This guide covers registration, linking your international bank cards, and using the app for QR code payments.
How to Use Shared Bikes in China: A Guide to Alipay & WeChat Miniprograms
Want to explore Chinese cities on two wheels? Learn how to easily rent shared bikes like HelloBike or Meituan using the Alipay and WeChat apps on your phone.
China Tax Refund for Tourists: A Step-by-Step Guide
Leaving China? Learn how to claim your tax refund on purchases over 500 RMB. This guide explains the process, eligibility, and required documents for a smooth refund.
Shanghai Pudong (PVG) Airport Transportation: Maglev, Metro & Taxi Guide(2025 Update)
Arriving at Shanghai Pudong? Find the fastest and cheapest ways to get to the city center. Our guide covers the Maglev train, Metro Line 2, taxis, and airport buses.
China's 144/240-Hour Transit Visa-Free Policy: A Complete FAQ
Planning a layover in China? Understand the 144/240-hour visa-free transit rules, required documents, eligible cities, and what you can do during your stay.
China Payment & Money Guide for Tourists (2025 Update)
Your essential FAQ on money in China. Covers mobile payments (Alipay/WeChat), using foreign cards, currency exchange, tipping etiquette (not required), and how to get a tax refund when shopping.
How to Book Tickets for Attractions in China: A Tourist's Guide
Planning to visit the Forbidden City or Terracotta Warriors? Learn how to book tickets online with your passport, avoid long queues, and understand e-ticket vs. paper ticket rules.
How to Use Digital Yuan (e-CNY): A Step-by-Step Guide for Tourists
Interested in China's Digital Yuan? Our guide shows you how to download the e-CNY app, register an account, and make payments. See the full list of pilot cities, including Beijing and Shanghai, where tourists can use this service.
How to Buy High-Speed Train Tickets in China (as a Foreigner)
A foreigner's guide to booking China's high-speed rail. Learn how to use the 12306 app with a passport, pay with foreign cards, and buy tickets at the station.
How to Use Didi in China: A Guide to Ride-Sharing for Tourists
Didi is China's Uber. This guide shows you how to download the app, register with a foreign number, add a credit card, and hail a ride like a local.