China Travel Tips | Expert Tips by TravelChinaCheaper Travel China the smart way! Expert tips and travel advice for China tourists and expats. Mon, 12 Jan 2026 21:32:24 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/wp-content/uploads/favicon.ico China Travel Tips | Expert Tips by TravelChinaCheaper 32 32 What to Pack for China in 2026 (+ Free PDF Checklist!) https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/china-travel-packing-checklist https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/china-travel-packing-checklist#comments Mon, 12 Jan 2026 21:30:00 +0000 https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/?p=32 What should you pack for your trip to China? Whether you’re an experienced traveler or this is your first time going overseas, it helps to know what is and isn’t available in a country like China so you can pack accordingly. I’d like to share with you recommendations on what to pack for China (and […]

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]]> https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/china-travel-packing-checklist/feed 15 Best Shanghai Travel Guide Books for 2026 (rated & reviewed) https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/top-shanghai-travel-guide-books Sun, 11 Jan 2026 21:30:00 +0000 https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/?p=335 What is the best Shanghai travel guide book for 2026? If you’re making plans to visit Shanghai, China in the next year or so, 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 Shanghai travel guide […]

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]]> Which Parts of China Require a China Travel Permit in 2026? https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/which-parts-of-china-require-a-permit-to-travel Sun, 11 Jan 2026 17:30:00 +0000 https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/?p=92 Are there places in China that require a permit to travel? It’s a legitimate question because there are, in fact, a few places in China where foreign travelers aren’t allowed to visit and a few that require special China travel permits. Let me explain. The ultimate fear of most any international traveler is that they’ll spend […]

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]]> Best Pollution Masks 2026 | Comfort vs Value https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/best-pollution-masks-for-travelers-expats https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/best-pollution-masks-for-travelers-expats#comments Sun, 11 Jan 2026 14:30:00 +0000 https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/?p=8710 Considering the global increase in pollution, allergens and unhealthy fumes, it’s no wonder that you’re considering a good pollution mask. Your health is a priority, which is why it’s important to know which masks are the best pollution masks at filtering out the bad particles in the air and which masks don’t live up to […]

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]]> https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/best-pollution-masks-for-travelers-expats/feed 15 Do I Need a TEFL to Teach English in China in 2026? https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/tefl-to-teach-english-in-china Sat, 10 Jan 2026 21:30:00 +0000 https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/?p=437 Do you need a TEFL certification to teach English in China? As you consider a job as an English teacher in China, it helps to understand what they require and what influences your potential salary. As somebody who has taught English and lived in China for over 10 years, I’d like to share with you what […]

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]]> COVID-19 and the Future of China Travel in 2026 and Beyond https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/china-coronavirus-scare-travelers https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/china-coronavirus-scare-travelers#comments Sat, 10 Jan 2026 17:30:00 +0000 https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/?p=14917 COVID-19. <sigh> It’s disrupted everybody’s plans. This virus, which started in Wuhan, China in December 2019 and has spread at an alarming rate around the world, has decimated global travel. I’ve received countless emails from concerned travelers with plans to visit China in 2026 and beyond. Can travelers still visit China in a post-COVID world? […]

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]]> https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/china-coronavirus-scare-travelers/feed 17 Which Plug Converter Do I Need for China in 2026? Simple Guide https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/which-plug-converter-do-i-need-for-china https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/which-plug-converter-do-i-need-for-china#comments Sat, 10 Jan 2026 14:30:00 +0000 https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/?p=69 Which plug or power converter for China is needed? As a foreign visitor (traveler or expat), it is sometimes confusing to know what plugs are used in which countries. In this article, I’d like to make things easy for you to understand, helping you figure out if you need a plug adapter or even a […]

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]]> https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/which-plug-converter-do-i-need-for-china/feed 20 How to Use Your own Phone in China in 2026 (4 methods) https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/can-i-use-my-cell-phone-in-china https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/can-i-use-my-cell-phone-in-china#comments Fri, 09 Jan 2026 21:30:00 +0000 https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/?p=36 How can you use your mobile phone when you travel to China? Our phones are becoming an invaluable part of our travel experience and it’s difficult to know what’s possible in another country like China. Read below to find out everything you need to know about traveling with your mobile phone in China. The irony […]

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]]> https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/can-i-use-my-cell-phone-in-china/feed 20 Tipping in China in 2026 | How Much and When to Tip? https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/tips-on-tipping-in-china https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/tips-on-tipping-in-china#comments Fri, 09 Jan 2026 17:30:00 +0000 https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/?p=115 Should you worry about tipping in China? Depending on your cultural background, tipping at Chinese restaurants, hotels and taxis might be normal or unheard of. Either way, it’s important to know what’s expected while traveling around China. Here are some simple tips for tipping in China that should help. I receive a number of questions related […]

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]]> https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/tips-on-tipping-in-china/feed 1 Do I Need a VPN in Macau in 2026? Internet Censorship & China https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/macau-internet-censorship Fri, 09 Jan 2026 14:30:00 +0000 https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/?p=14127 Is the internet censored in Macau? Considering all the protests and riots in neighboring Hong Kong, it’s natural to wonder how China deals with Macau. Most people are aware that China heavily censors its internet, but what about Macau? Do you need a VPN in Macau? Macau is a boring territory relative to the other […]

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