If you’re searching for the best place to see the Fushan Bay Light Show in Qingdao, wondering what time it starts, or trying to figure out whether China’s famous “Cyberpunk Beach” is actually worth visiting, this guide covers everything you need to know. After spending an evening watching the skyline glow through sea fog from... Continue Reading →
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 →
Planning to travel China by high-speed rail? This guide explains exactly how foreigners can book bullet trains in China using Trip.com and 12306, including when tickets go on sale, how the booking system works, what the Trip.com success percentage actually means, and how to avoid common mistakes with stations, seat classes, and peak travel periods.... Continue Reading →
In a nutshell: If you're looking for one of the best hotels with a view of the Bund in Shanghai, Hyatt on the Bund is hard to beat. Located at the northern end of the waterfront, the hotel offers spectacular views of both the historic Bund and the futuristic Pudong skyline, particularly from its iconic... Continue Reading →
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 →
