Latest Guides
Everything you need to plan your China trip — updated for 2026
Visa & Entry
240-Hour Visa-Free Transit: Complete 2026 Guide
10 days in China, no visa needed. All 65 ports, 55 countries, exact steps at immigration.
Apps & Tech
How to Set Up Alipay as a Foreigner
Step-by-step with Visa/Mastercard. Plus the Tour Card backup plan.
City Guides
3 Days in Shanghai: First-Timer Itinerary
The Bund, French Concession, Yu Garden — realistic timing and budget per day.
Money & Budget
How Much Does a Trip to China Cost?
Realistic 2026 budget — from $40/day backpacker to $200/day comfort.
Apps & Tech
10 Apps You Must Download Before China
Payment, maps, translation, VPN — the one setting to change first.
Practical Tips
Is China Safe for Solo Travelers?
3 weeks alone across 6 cities. Real risks, scams to avoid, why you’ll feel safer than home.