Red-roofed German villas, beer that changes price every ten minutes, and a neon-lit cyberpunk beach that looks straight out of Blade Runner weren't what I expected to find in a city in China. Yet after just 24 hours in the city, I understood why this coastal destination has become one of China's most intriguing places... Continue Reading →
The Best Apps for Travelling China in 2026 Planning a trip to China can feel oddly intimidating before you go. You hear things like “Google doesn’t work”, “you need special payment apps”, or “foreign cards won’t work properly”, and suddenly ordering dumplings in Shanghai starts sounding more complicated than crossing the Sahara. The good news?... Continue Reading →
TikTok stopped working after China? Here’s why it happens, how the Great Firewall affects your account, and what to do if your TikTok breaks, locks or gets bricked.
Plan a seamless trip to China in 2026 with this step-by-step guide to navigating visa requirements, digital payments, high-speed rail, and crowds. This resource provides essential tips for a confident and stress-free adventure. Everything in this guide is tried-and-tested advice during my recent trip to China in Spring 2026. I’ve just come back from an epic few... Continue Reading →
