How can you use your mobile phone when you travel to China? Our phones are becoming an invaluable part of our travel experience and it's difficult to know what's possible in another country like China. Read below to find out everything you need to know about traveling with your mobile phone in China. The irony is that we rarely have need to make phone calls on our phones while traveling … [Read more...] about How to Use Your own Phone in China in 2023 (4 methods)
How to Use Google Maps in China in 2023 (+ the Best Alternatives)
Is it possible to use Google Maps in China in 2023 to navigate while traveling? Although all Google products are currently blocked within the country, there are still some creative ways to use Google Maps in China. There are also plenty of alternative map apps from which to choose. In this article, I'd like to explain both options for you and let you decide what's best for your trip. Being … [Read more...] about How to Use Google Maps in China in 2023 (+ the Best Alternatives)
Which Plug Converter Do I Need for China in 2023? Simple Guide
Which plug or power converter for China is needed? As a foreign visitor (traveler or expat), it is sometimes confusing to know what plugs are used in which countries. In this article, I'd like to make things easy for you to understand, helping you figure out if you need a plug adapter or even a power converter in China in 2023. So you're traveling to China - whether on business or on … [Read more...] about Which Plug Converter Do I Need for China in 2023? Simple Guide
Which Parts of China Require a China Travel Permit in 2023?
Are there places in China that require a permit to travel? It's a legitimate question because there are, in fact, a few places in China where foreign travelers aren't allowed to visit and a few that require special China travel permits. Let me explain. The ultimate fear of most any international traveler is that they'll spend all their time planning and yet when they arrive to their … [Read more...] about Which Parts of China Require a China Travel Permit in 2023?
What to Pack for China in 2023 (+ Free PDF Checklist!)
What should you pack for your trip to China? Whether you're an experienced traveler or this is your first time going overseas, it helps to know what is and isn't available in a country like China so you can pack accordingly. I'd like to share with you recommendations on what to pack for China (and what not pack) based on my own experience. I don't want to point out the obvious for you here … [Read more...] about What to Pack for China in 2023 (+ Free PDF Checklist!)
How to Set up WeChat Wallet in 2023 | China Expat Guide
Are you a traveler or expat wondering how to set up WeChat Wallet? Perhaps you're frustrated by the process or you haven't even started, but you know that WeChat is the preferred way to buy things in China. In this guide, I'm going to walk you through the WeChat Wallet set up process and troubleshoot why it may not be working for you. For folks currently living or planning to move to … [Read more...] about How to Set up WeChat Wallet in 2023 | China Expat Guide