China Travel: Essential Apps for Foreigners
Tourists go crazy for China’s diverse magic—Beijing’s Forbidden City, Shanghai’s futuristic skyline, Guilin’s karst mountains—but as a Chinese local who’s traveled across China (and helped 200+ foreign friends plan trips over 8 years), I know the real struggle isn’t picking spots. It’s figuring out which apps work everywhere in China. Last month, my friend from Canada […]
China Travel: Alipay vs WeChat Pay Fees & How to Avoid Them
Foreign friends rave about China’s easy cashless life—paying for dumplings in Beijing, train tickets in Shanghai, or hot pot in Chengdu with just a phone—but as someone who’s helped 200+ expats plan trips over 8 years, I know the hidden catch: fees. Last month, my friend from Canada tried to send ¥1,000 to his Xi’an […]