About This Guide

China is one of the most amazing countries on Earth to visit — but it can also be one of the most overwhelming for first-time foreign travelers. We built this free guide to change that.

Why We Made This

When we first helped friends visit China, we realized how much essential information was scattered across outdated blog posts, Reddit threads, and travel forums. Simple things like setting up mobile payments, getting through immigration, or booking attraction tickets were unnecessarily confusing.

So we built a single, up-to-date resource that covers everything a foreign visitor needs — from the moment you start planning to the day you fly home.

What We Cover

• Pre-trip preparation — visa applications, VPN setup, payment apps, packing lists, apps to download
• Arrival survival — airport navigation, immigration tips, SIM cards, getting to your hotel
• During your trip — city guides, attraction tips, food recommendations, transport help, scam warnings
• Going home — departure procedures, customs rules, tax refunds, souvenir ideas

Our Principles

• 100% free, always.No booking fees, no paywalls, no “premium content.” Everything is free to read.
• Honest and practical.We tell you what actually works, not what sounds good in a brochure. If something is overrated, we'll say so.
• Updated regularly. China changes fast. We keep our guides current with the latest policies, prices, and apps.
• Written by locals. Our content comes from people who live in China and regularly help foreign visitors navigate daily life.

How We Stay Running

This site is supported by non-intrusive ads. We don't sell tours, collect booking fees, or accept paid placements. The ads help cover hosting costs and keep everything free for you.