The Chinese toilet is one topic that strikes fear in most traveler's hearts. Is it easy to find a public toilet in China? Is every Chinese toilet a squat toilet? Over the last decade, I've seen practically every type of Chinese toilet and public bathroom and I'd like to share not only what you can expect to find with bathrooms in China but also how to use a Chinese squat toilet. It's … [Read more...] about Chinese Toilets | How to Use Them & What to Expect
Chinese Alcohol | Guide to Chinese Liquor, Beer and Wine in 2024
Although Chinese alcohol may not be world-renowned, that doesn't mean there isn't plenty to choose from. Whether you're out at a local bar, doing business over a banquet meal or just perusing the local Chinese grocery store, you'll find that there are various types of Chinese alcohol to choose from. This guide to Chinese baijiu, Chinese beer and Chinese wine will help you understand what's … [Read more...] about Chinese Alcohol | Guide to Chinese Liquor, Beer and Wine in 2024
Flying on Chinese Airlines | What to Expect in 2024
Are you wondering what it is like flying on a Chinese airline? Even at home, most of us like to fly with our preferred airline, so wondering what to expect in China can be a bit daunting. Do they offer food and beverage? WiFi? English entertainment? In this guide I am going to give you the lowdown on what to expect and how to ensure a pleasant flight on a Chinese airline. When booking … [Read more...] about Flying on Chinese Airlines | What to Expect in 2024
5 Creative Ways to Travel China on a Budget in 2024
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 China budget travel tips we've learned along the way. The … [Read more...] about 5 Creative Ways to Travel China on a Budget in 2024
How to Add a Foreign Credit Card to WeChat Pay (2024 Tutorial)
For years, WeChat and Alipay have promised to allow people to add foreign credit cards to use mobile payment in China. Considering how much easier it is to purchase goods and services using WeChat in China, this is huge for expats and travelers to China. But does it work? And if not...what other options are there? For the longest time, it was only possible to connect a Chinese bank card … [Read more...] about How to Add a Foreign Credit Card to WeChat Pay (2024 Tutorial)
Using an ATM in China in 2024 | 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 in 2024 | What You Need to Know