Is it possible to access Google in China in 2023? Even though Google has been blocked in China since early 2011, I still remain a regular user of all Google services, so I can tell you from experience that it's entirely possible...as long as you're prepared. Here's a quick explanation of what you need to know and how to prepare yourself. Let's start with one simple question that needs to be … [Read more...] about How to Access Google in China in 2023 (& All Google Services)
Using an ATM in China in 2023 | What You Need to Know
For travelers, the easiest way to get Chinese renminbi (also called "yuan" or "RMB") is via a local ATM machine. While it may sound daunting to pull money when you can't read Chinese characters, it's thankfully not that hard. Still, there are a few things to keep in mind if you want to use an ATM in China. For most travelers, using cash is going to be the easiest way to pay for things … [Read more...] about Using an ATM in China in 2023 | What You Need to Know
VyprVPN Review 2023 | Is It Still a Good, Secure Option?
VyprVPN has been around since 2009 and during the past decade I've been a customer as the company has grown, iterated and re-designed its software. In this VyprVPN review, I want to compare the service against many others to see if it's still a good, secure option. There are very few VPN companies that truly "stand out" in the China market where I'm at, especially right now when everybody is … [Read more...] about VyprVPN Review 2023 | Is It Still a Good, Secure Option?
Private Internet Access Review 2023 | Pros vs Cons
Started by London Media Trust in mid-2010, Private Internet Access (aka PIA) has become one of the more popular - and in some ways the most controversial - VPN on the market today. After years of using PIA and numerous other services, I'd like to give my personal opinions in this quick Private Internet Access review for 2023. Perhaps you've come across this Private Internet Access review … [Read more...] about Private Internet Access Review 2023 | Pros vs Cons
ExpressVPN Review 2023 | Does it Live Up to all the Hype??
More than likely you've come to this review of ExpressVPN thanks to a search on Google or some other search engine. What you're going to find here is a critical look at ExpressVPN: why it's popular, how it works, and whether or not you should use this VPN to secure your online activity. I've been personally using ExpressVPN - as well as over 20+ other VPNs - for quite a while now so I hope to … [Read more...] about ExpressVPN Review 2023 | Does it Live Up to all the Hype??
Travel Blogger Toolkit 2023 | Comparing Free vs Paid Services
Over the past decade of working as what some label a "travel blogger", I've used all different kinds of blogger services, tools and equipment. Some of these tools have been invaluable resources for online business, but I've had to learn the hard way not just the "which resource" to use but almost as importantly, when I should spend the money to use them. There's a lot of great information on … [Read more...] about Travel Blogger Toolkit 2023 | Comparing Free vs Paid Services