So you want to travel China on a budget? In general, Asia is a great place to save money when traveling, and China is no exception. My wife and I love to explore different parts of China and are always doing so on a budget. Over time, it's become a challenge to see how much we can save...just for the fun of it! These are the five best tips we've learned along the way. The good news is that … [Read more...] about 5 Creative Ways to Travel China on a Budget | 2018 Guide
China Travel Tips
Best Airline Frequent Flyer Programs for China Travelers
I can’t help but shake my head every time I hear about travelers and expats in China who make frequent flights within China or back home and aren’t taking advantage of frequent flyer programs. Even if you’re flying back and forth between your home country and China once a year, you should take time to research and join the best frequent flyer programs for China. I consider myself a pretty … [Read more...] about Best Airline Frequent Flyer Programs for China Travelers
Top 5 China Travel Guide Books | 2018 Edition
Did you know that if you look up the phrase "China Travel Guide" on Amazon, it will give you nearly 3,000 options to choose from? Here's a quick breakdown of the best China travel guide books that I've used based on over a decade of traveling around the country. Hopefully you'll find it useful as you plan for your trip to China! The key to finding the right China travel guide is … [Read more...] about Top 5 China Travel Guide Books | 2018 Edition
China Rental Contract Template & Bilingual Contract
If you're looking to download a free Chinese rental contract to use when signing a lease for an apartment in China, you've come to the right place. I'd like to share with you not only a good China rental contract template that you can download, but also a premium Chinese-English bilingual rental contract that you can use as well. The fact is that as you go around looking for an apartment to … [Read more...] about China Rental Contract Template & Bilingual Contract
How to Take a Taxi in China | Traveler’s Guide for 2018
Nervous about taking a taxi in China? Don't be. It may seem overwhelming at first - especially if you don't speak Chinese - but it's easier than you think. Allow me to walk you through everything you need to know to take a taxi in China. When visiting almost anywhere in the country, taking a taxi in China is usually the easiest, most efficient way to get from one place to the next. Taxis … [Read more...] about How to Take a Taxi in China | Traveler’s Guide for 2018
Using WeChat or Alipay in China to Pay | Expat Guide
Prior to the emergence of mobile payment apps in China, the country was primarily a cash-based society. From meals, clothing, rent, bills, taxis, and almost everything else, paying cash was the norm. However today, apps like Alipay and WeChat are transforming China into a cashless society where transactions are commonly carried out via the phone in your pocket. Whether you are currently … [Read more...] about Using WeChat or Alipay in China to Pay | Expat Guide