What You'll Learn
8 chapters covering every practical aspect of traveling in China.
Before You Go
Visas, VPNs, essential apps to download, and what to pack that you can't get in China.
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Communication & Translation
How to translate everything, 5 essential phrases with audio, and quick reference words.
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Digital Support
SIM cards, WeChat setup struggles, internet options (eSIM vs VPN), maps that actually work.
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Money Matters
Why you shouldn't bring cash, how Alipay & WeChat Pay work, currency exchange tips.
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Getting Around
High-speed trains (passport = ticket!), DiDi ride-hailing, metro navigation, city transport.
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Food & Stay
QR code ordering, street food safety, tap water warning, police registration, restroom survival.
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Culture & Etiquette
No tipping, hot water culture, bargaining tips, and how to interact with locals politely.
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Health & Safety
Air pollution masks, medications to bring, safety overview, and sunscreen advice.
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