China Travel Tips & Guides

Essential insider knowledge for your China trip. From payment setup to visa rules to food guides.

How to Set Up Alipay as a Tourist in China (2026 Guide)

Step-by-step guide to setting up Alipay with a foreign passport and international credit card. Updated for 2026 with latest limits and tips.

China Visa-Free Entry 2026: Complete Country List & Rules

Updated list of 50+ countries with 30-day visa-free access to China in 2026. Entry rules, restrictions, and how to extend your stay.

Best 5-Day China Itinerary for First-Time Visitors (2026)

The perfect 5-day China trip: Shanghai, Suzhou, and Hangzhou. Day-by-day plan with costs, transport, restaurants, and local insider tips.

Best VPN for China 2026: What Actually Works (Tested)

Honest guide to using VPN in China. Which VPNs work, how to set up before arrival, and the eSIM trick that bypasses the firewall entirely.

Chengdu Food Guide: Where Locals Actually Eat (Not Tourist Traps)

A local insider guide to eating in Chengdu. Best hotpot, street food, teahouses, and hidden restaurants that tourists never find.