What is the best Beijing travel guide book? If you're making plans to visit Beijing, the massive capital of China, you're going to want help figuring out what's worth seeing, how to get around and other great travel tips. Below, I'd like to share with you my favorite Beijing travel guide books reviewed and rated based on my own experience. If you plan to be heading out to Beijing, China in … [Read more...] about Best Beijing Travel Guide Books | 2025 Edition
5 Cheapest Ways to Get Money to China in 2025
Moving money internationally is never easy. At this point you probably already know that. So as you research options to get money into China, it helps to know what has worked in the past and which methods are the cheapest for transferring money internationally. It doesn't matter whether you're a broke traveler who needs money quickly or you're trying to pay for something in China … [Read more...] about 5 Cheapest Ways to Get Money to China in 2025
6 Must-Read Books for China Travelers | Recommended for 2025
Preparing to travel to China usually involves a lot of detailed planning. Too often, though, the logistics of the trip overshadow the equally important mental preparation of travel. Perhaps you want some historical and/or cultural background for your China trip but you don't know where to start? Here are six recommendations of must-read books about China to get you going. I enjoy reading for … [Read more...] about 6 Must-Read Books for China Travelers | Recommended for 2025
10 Crucial China Travel Hacks for 2025 (from a Seasoned Expat)
What are some of the most important, crucial China travel hacks? There are quite a few things to consider as you plan a trip abroad (especially thanks to a global pandemic you might have heard about), but with China there are specific tips and tricks that can help you along the way. I'm going to share with you a few of my favorite travel hacks I've learned from traveling all across China for the … [Read more...] about 10 Crucial China Travel Hacks for 2025 (from a Seasoned Expat)
9 Reasons Why You Need Travel Insurance for China in 2025
Do I really need travel insurance for China in 2025? I remember my friend asking me this question a few years ago as they were preparing to buy flight tickets. That was before Covid changed the way we travel. My how things are different! Here's how I would answer why you need travel insurance. I remember in my younger years of traveling, the idea of paying for travel insurance was … [Read more...] about 9 Reasons Why You Need Travel Insurance for China in 2025
Airbnb in China 2025 | Foreigner’s Guide to China Homestays
Is it possible to use Airbnb in China in 2025? As a foreigner, there's an obvious appeal to staying in a local home instead of a hotel, but it's not always clear whether China allows this kind of homestay experience. For this reason, it's important to discuss not only how to use Airbnb in China, but also whether or not you even should (and what your alternatives are). Airbnb has invested … [Read more...] about Airbnb in China 2025 | Foreigner’s Guide to China Homestays