After 20+ trips across China, I’m spilling all my 2025 hacks: 30-day visa-free entry for 50+ countries, paying for everything with foreign cards, bullet trains, panda hugs, and the street food that ruined all other food for me forever. This is your no-BS guide to traveling China easier and cheaper than ever before!
Over the past five years, I’ve traveled to more than 30 cities across China, from the snow-capped peaks of Tibet to the tropical beaches of Hainan. What strikes me most about this vast country is its incredible diversity—each region boasts unique landscapes, cultures, and histories that feel like worlds apart. China isn’t just a destination; it’s a collection of experiences: standing in awe of a 2,000-year-old stone army, hiking along a wall that winds through mountains
Step through the crimson gates of Beijing's Palace Museum and enter a world that was once off-limits to all but the imperial family. This article guides you through the 600-year-old Forbidden City, exploring its grand architecture, secret courtyards, and vast collection of 1.5 million cultural treasures. From essential travel tips to the stories behind the throne, discover how to navigate the world’s largest palace complex and connect with the heart of Chinese history.
During my two years living and working in Beijing, I’ve mastered the art of getting around this sprawling metropolis—whether darting across town for a morning meeting, hiking to the Great Wall for a weekend adventure, or exploring hidden hutongs on a lazy afternoon.
During my two years living and working in Beijing, I’ve mastered the art of getting around this sprawling metropolis—whether darting across town for a morning meeting, hiking to the Great Wall for a weekend adventure, or exploring hidden hutongs on a lazy afternoon.
Below is an English guide designed for your international friends, explaining how to navigate China's "cashless" environment. It includes placeholders for images to make the content more visual.
Welcome to China — A Journey of Culture, History & Modern Wonders