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Visa guides, payment tips, and itineraries — everything you need to plan your trip to China.
Visa & Entry
China Travel 2026: Complete Visa-Free Entry Guide
144-hour transit, 15-day visa-free for more countries, port visas, and step-by-step how to apply — everything you need to enter China without a traditional tourist visa in 2026.
August 5, 2026·9 min read
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How to Pay in China: Alipay & WeChat Pay for Foreigners
Tour Pass vs Tour Card, linking your Visa or Mastercard, when cash still works, and ATM tricks — a complete guide to paying in China as a foreigner in 2026.
July 28, 2026·8 min read
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The Perfect 7-Day First-Time China Itinerary
Shanghai → Beijing → Xi'an in 7 days: a day-by-day plan, the sights that matter, where to eat, and how to travel between cities by high-speed rail.
July 15, 2026·10 min read
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