Josh Summers, Author at Travel China Cheaper Travel China the smart way! Expert tips and travel advice for China tourists and expats. Tue, 13 Jan 2026 14:30:07 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/wp-content/uploads/favicon.ico Josh Summers, Author at Travel China Cheaper 32 32 How to Set up WeChat Wallet in 2026 | China Expat Guide https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/using-wechat-wallet https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/using-wechat-wallet#comments Tue, 13 Jan 2026 14:30:00 +0000 https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/?p=10767 Are you a traveler or expat wondering how to set up WeChat Wallet? Perhaps you’re frustrated by the process or you haven’t even started, but you know that WeChat is the preferred way to buy things in China. In this guide, I’m going to walk you through the WeChat Wallet set up process and troubleshoot why […]

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]]> https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/using-wechat-wallet/feed 2 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 Can I Mail in China Visa Application in 2026? https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/can-i-mail-in-china-visa-application https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/can-i-mail-in-china-visa-application#respond Mon, 12 Jan 2026 17:30:00 +0000 https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/?p=18491 If you’re planning to visit China in 2026 and beyond, it’s important to know that the process of obtaining a Chinese visa has changed. In the past, it was possible to do a mail in China visa from within the United States. However, due to the Covid pandemic, the process ha2s been updated and now […]

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]]> https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/can-i-mail-in-china-visa-application/feed 0 China Visa Itinerary Without Flight or Hotel Reservations? (2026) https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/chinese-visa-faq-flight-tickets-hotel-reservations Mon, 12 Jan 2026 14:30:00 +0000 https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/?p=8597 As of January 1, 2026, US travelers do NOT have to provide proof of flight and hotel bookings during the visa application process. Other former visa requirements (itinerary, invitation letter, etc.) have also been dropped for those applying for a Chinese visa. Here’s what you need to know about what has changed and why it’s […]

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]]> 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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