Travel Tips

Practical tips and extras for planning your China trip.

China Tourism Plan 2026-2030: What Changes for Foreign Travelers

China Tourism Plan 2026-2030: What Changes for Foreign Travelers

China’s new 2026-2030 tourism plan targets 190 million annual inbound visits. See what is active now, what is planned, and how to prepare.

9 min read· July 29, 2026
China Museum Tickets for Foreign Passports: 2026 Guide

China Museum Tickets for Foreign Passports: 2026 Guide

Book China museum tickets with a foreign passport in 2026, including Palace Museum, National Museum and Shanghai Museum rules and release times.

9 min read· July 28, 2026
Shanghai Summer 2026: Events, Shanghai Pass & Tourist Services

Shanghai Summer 2026: Events, Shanghai Pass & Tourist Services

Plan Shanghai Summer 2026 with event dates, Shanghai Pass museum access, mobile tax refunds, payment updates and booking tips for visitors.

8 min read· July 28, 2026
China in December 2026: Weather, Costs and a Winter Route

China in December 2026: Weather, Costs and a Winter Route

Plan China in December 2026 with city weather ranges, packing advice, crowd notes, train tactics and a practical 10-day winter route.

10 min read· July 26, 2026
China Travel Advisory 2026: What Official Warnings Mean

China Travel Advisory 2026: What Official Warnings Mean

Read the 2026 China travel advisories in context, compare official warning levels, and use a practical safety checklist before your trip.

9 min read· July 26, 2026
China Online Accommodation Registration 2026: 24-Hour Rule for Foreigners

China Online Accommodation Registration 2026: 24-Hour Rule for Foreigners

Foreigners staying outside Chinese hotels can register online in seven pilot regions. See the 24-hour rule, official channels, and steps.

8 min read· July 25, 2026
China in November 2026: Weather, Best Places and Packing

China in November 2026: Weather, Best Places and Packing

Use this China November 2026 guide to compare regional weather, quieter routes, autumn scenery, winter limits and a practical packing list.

8 min read· July 24, 2026
China in October 2026: Weather, Crowds and Where to Go

China in October 2026: Weather, Crowds and Where to Go

Plan China in October 2026 around Golden Week, regional weather, autumn color, train demand and the best dates for calmer sightseeing.

8 min read· July 24, 2026
China Public Holidays 2026: Dates, Crowds & Booking Plan

China Public Holidays 2026: Dates, Crowds & Booking Plan

Use the official China public holiday dates for 2026 to avoid peak crowds, time train sales, reserve attractions and plan quieter travel days.

9 min read· July 23, 2026
China in September 2026: Weather, Crowds & Where to Go

China in September 2026: Weather, Crowds & Where to Go

Plan China in September 2026 with regional weather advice, Mid-Autumn dates, crowd warnings, train timing, routes and a packing list.

9 min read· July 23, 2026
Wheelchair-Accessible China Travel: 2026 Planning Guide

Wheelchair-Accessible China Travel: 2026 Planning Guide

Plan wheelchair-accessible China travel in 2026 with airport and rail assistance, hotel checks, attraction questions and a realistic backup plan.

10 min read· July 20, 2026
China in August 2026: Weather, Crowds & 7 Cooler Places

China in August 2026: Weather, Crowds & 7 Cooler Places

Planning China in August 2026? Compare heat, rain and crowds by region, then use seven cooler alternatives and a flexible booking plan.

10 min read· July 20, 2026
China Online Arrival Card 2026: Official Form, Link and Airport Steps

China Online Arrival Card 2026: Official Form, Link and Airport Steps

Complete China’s free online arrival card on the official NIA site, avoid copycat fee scams, and know who can still use the paper form in 2026.

8 min read· July 19, 2026
China Drone Rules for Tourists 2026: Registration, 249g Limits and No-Fly Zones

China Drone Rules for Tourists 2026: Registration, 249g Limits and No-Fly Zones

Can tourists fly a drone in China in 2026? Check real-name registration, the 249g myth, airspace rules and a safe pre-flight plan.

9 min read· July 18, 2026
China Power Bank Flight Rules 2026: CCC Mark, Wh Limits and Airport Checks

China Power Bank Flight Rules 2026: CCC Mark, Wh Limits and Airport Checks

Flying within China in 2026? Check the CCC logo, watt-hour rating and cabin limits before security so your power bank is not refused.

8 min read· July 18, 2026
China Entry Requirements 2026: Visa-Free Rules, COVID, and Customs

China Entry Requirements 2026: Visa-Free Rules, COVID, and Customs

The current rules for entering China in 2026: who can visit visa-free for 30 days, the 240-hour transit option, whether you still need a COVID test, customs limits, and the exact documents to have at the border.

8 min read· July 10, 2026
China in Summer 2026: Beat the Heat, Crowds, and Price Spikes

China in Summer 2026: Beat the Heat, Crowds, and Price Spikes

How to travel China in July and August 2026: real temperatures, peak-season crowds and prices, the coolest regions to escape to, typhoon timing, and a booking plan that actually gets you seats.

8 min read· July 10, 2026
Best China Tour Company (2026): Klook vs KKday vs Tiqets

Best China Tour Company (2026): Klook vs KKday vs Tiqets

How to pick a China tour company: small group vs private, what inclusions to check, and Klook vs KKday vs Tiqets compared for day tours, packages and tickets.

8 min read· July 10, 2026
How Much Does a China Trip Cost in 2026? Full Budget Breakdown

How Much Does a China Trip Cost in 2026? Full Budget Breakdown

What a trip to China really costs in 2026: daily budgets, flights, hotels, trains, food, and sample 1 and 2-week totals with real numbers.

8 min read· July 10, 2026
China Golden Week 2026: How to Avoid the Biggest Travel Crowds

China Golden Week 2026: How to Avoid the Biggest Travel Crowds

China's Golden Week runs October 1-7, 2026, with 800-900 million domestic trips packing trains, hotels, and landmarks. Here's how to dodge the worst of the crowds.

9 min read· July 7, 2026