Central China
Zhangjiajie Travel Guide
The sandstone pillars that inspired Avatar's floating mountains are real, and they're in Zhangjiajie. Here's how to...
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Southwest China
Yunnan Complete Guide
How to travel Yunnan's classic Kunming-Dali-Lijiang-Shangri-La route: transport, food, where to stay, hiking Tiger...
Northwest China
Xi'an Complete Guide
Everything you need to plan a trip to Xi'an: the Terracotta Warriors, the City Wall, the Muslim Quarter, what to...
East China
Xiamen & Fujian Coastal Guide
Xiamen is one of China's most relaxed coastal cities, with the car-free island of Gulangyu, great seafood, and the...
Seasonal Guides
Winter Travel in China
From the ice city of Harbin to the beaches of Sanya, winter in China splits into two very different trips. Here's...
Money & Payments
Where to Exchange Money in China
A practical guide to changing money in China: banks, airport counters, ATMs, and mobile payments compared, plus...
Packing
What to Pack for China: A Complete Packing Guide
What to pack for a China trip comes down to a few essentials most travelers overlook: a working VPN, mobile payments...
Apps & Connectivity
WeChat Setup Guide for Foreigners Traveling in China
Set up WeChat before your China trip: how to register, link a foreign card to WeChat Pay, switch to English,...
Seasonal Guides
Weather by Region
China spans five climate zones, so weather varies wildly by region. Here's a clear breakdown of what to expect...
Visa & Entry
China Visa Types: A Complete Overview for Travelers
Confused about which China visa you need? Here's a clear breakdown of all the main visa categories, plus the...
Visa & Entry
Visa-Free & Transit Policies for China: The Complete Guide
China's transit rules changed in late 2024. The old 72 and 144-hour transit policies are now a single 240-hour...
Visa & Entry
China Visa Extension Guide: How to Extend Your Visa at the PSB
How to extend your China visa: where to apply, what documents you need, costs, processing time, and the overstay...