Is it possible to access Gmail in China in 2018? Even though Gmail has been blocked since the middle of 2014, I still check my email on a daily basis on my phone and computer, so I can tell you from experience that it's entirely possible...as long as you're prepared. Here's a quick explanation of what you need to know in order to access Gmail - or any email address for that matter - while in … [Read more...] about How to Access Gmail in China | Expat Guide to Email in China
China Travel Tips
How to Add a Foreign Credit Card to WeChat Pay
Earlier this year I heard news that WeChat had begun allowing users to tie foreign credit cards to their WeChat Pay account. Considering how much easier it is to purchase goods and services using WeChat in China, I was naturally intrigued! So I decided to give it a try and see how it worked. [Spoiler alert: it didn't work well for me] Up until this point, it's only been possible to connect … [Read more...] about How to Add a Foreign Credit Card to WeChat Pay
Using an ATM in China | What You Need to Know
For travelers, the easiest way to get Chinese renminbi (also called "yuan" or "RMB") is via a local ATM machine. While it may sound daunting to pull money when you can't read Chinese characters, it's thankfully not that hard. Still, there are a few things to keep in mind if you want to use an ATM in China. For most travelers, using cash is going to be the easiest way to pay for things … [Read more...] about Using an ATM in China | What You Need to Know
How to Watch or Upload to YouTube in China | Updated 2018
So you're traveling or moving internationally and you want to make sure you can access YouTube in China? Whether you just want to watch YouTube videos or you need to upload YouTube videos while you're in China, your biggest challenge is censorship. YouTube is blocked. So how do you access YouTube in China with enough speed to minimize buffering? Continue reading to learn more. When it comes … [Read more...] about How to Watch or Upload to YouTube in China | Updated 2018
How to Add Money to WeChat without a Bank Account | Traveler’s Guide
If you didn't already know, paying by WeChat in China has quickly overtaken cash as the most common method of payment. If you're traveling to China, it's entirely possible to get around using cash...but it's not always the easiest option. What if there were an easier way to add money to WeChat so you could pay with your phone in China? There is, and you've probably never heard of it … [Read more...] about How to Add Money to WeChat without a Bank Account | Traveler’s Guide
5 Creative Ways to Travel China on a Budget | 2018 Guide
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
