Since China expanded the 144-hour transit visa to more countries, it is way more convenient for foreign friends visiting China this year. However, I noticed that there are not many native Chinese who share first-hand travel tips online, so I wonder if I can make this video to better help you prepare for your trip here. In this series, I want to share the Top 10 practical tips about what you need to do and the Top 10 things you should avoid while traveling in China, from a Chinese insider's perspective.
Ive just started planning for my first trip to China next year. Your videos are most helpful! And you are right - very few Chinese people are making them. Thank you so much and keep making more!
Hello there! It's great to hear that you found the video helpful for your upcoming trip to Kunming and Dali. Those are both beautiful places with rich culture and stunning scenery. I hope you have a fantastic time exploring them!
good thx. The issue with wechat pay and alipay not always working for foreigners is , I think , the linked bank card which is always Visa or Mastercard, whereas the chinese bankcards use Unionpay. So some vendors do not have Visa or Mastercard authorisation. Maybe you could explore this in more depth and make a video because it's all very confusing
Halo Emma, i have heard alot about alipay as the major method of payment in china. If i have a teenager coming with me to china, will i be able to set up an alipay account under their name and mobile phone number in advance within my country before leaving - while connecting it with my other credit/debit card under my name (as a parent) which i havent linked to my own alipay account? Tq beforehand.. #hoping to get an answer of help 🙏
hello, thank you for the information, it was very useful, I want to travel to China in September, since the visa has been removed with my country, but I have only 2 questions , that are making me think about coming there the first is the use of cash , I don't know if it is possible to use it in restaurants, metro, taxis and markets or is impossible to survive only in cash ? and most importantly, I read a lot and watched a lot of videos about moving through cities, because the maps are only in Chinese and it seems impossible? I don't know if there is an option in English? thank you and have a nice day !
Hi there! Thank you for your message, and I'm so glad you found the video useful! 😊 Regarding your questions: Yes, you can definitely use cash in most places like restaurants, metro, taxis, and markets. Many businesses are accommodating to foreign visitors, and accepting cash is still a legal requirement in China, even though mobile payments like Alipay and WeChat are more common. For maps, you can try using Apple Maps. Some friends have recommended it as a good option in China. Wishing you a great trip to China! Let me know if you have more questions! 😊
Great content. Thanks for sharing. Can I please ask which VPN app works best in China? I would like to be able to navigate using Google and Google Maps
I am coming to China for a week. Your video is useful. Although you explained how important it is to use online payments, is it still possible to stay for a week depending solely on cash?
Hi there! Thank you for your message. Yes, you can definitely use cash in most places. Many businesses are accommodating to foreign visitors, and accepting cash is still a legal requirement in China, even though mobile payments like Alipay and WeChat are more common. Wishing you a great trip to China!
Hey there! It's great to hear that you're planning a trip to China. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to apply for a Chinese visa: Determine the Visa Type: For a 2-week vacation, you'll likely need a tourist visa, which is typically a "L" visa. Find the Chinese Embassy or Consulate: Locate the nearest Chinese embassy or consulate in Germany where you can submit your application. Prepare the Required Documents: A valid passport, A completed visa application form, which you can download from the embassy's website A passport-sized photo Proof of your travel itinerary Submit Your Application: Visit the embassy or consulate with your application and documents. Wait for Approval: Processing times can vary, so it's a good idea to apply well in advance of your trip. Last but not least, it's always a good idea to check the latest information on the official website of the Chinese embassy or consulate in Germany. Have a fantastic trip, and I look forward to sharing more travel tips with you!
Is complete authorization necessary on wechat, because of that limit? And why they cancel the 7-day metro ticket? This system is a bit confusing, it's really stressful for tourists, thinking about whether we have enough on the metro card and how much we need to top up.
Great video! Thank you so much. I’m travelling to Shanghai for one month in September and I find it really helpful! 🩷 Do you have any tips for vegetarian food in China?
Thank you so much for your kind words! 🩷 I’m glad you found the video helpful. Wishing you an amazing trip to Shanghai in September! For vegetarian food, I recommend using the app Dianping to find great restaurants. You can set the location to Shanghai and search for vegetarian options. Use a translation app to help with the language barrier. Also, in tomorrow’s video, I'll cover how to find popular restaurants and navigate transportation in China. Stay tuned! 😊
Great information thank you! Very excited to visit China
Thanks for the great informations 👍👌
Since China expanded the 144-hour transit visa to more countries, it is way more convenient for foreign friends visiting China this year. However, I noticed that there are not many native Chinese who share first-hand travel tips online, so I wonder if I can make this video to better help you prepare for your trip here. In this series, I want to share the Top 10 practical tips about what you need to do and the Top 10 things you should avoid while traveling in China, from a Chinese insider's perspective.
This is super helpful, thank you!!
Ive just started planning for my first trip to China next year. Your videos are most helpful! And you are right - very few Chinese people are making them. Thank you so much and keep making more!
Enjoy your journey, and I'll keep making more videos to assist you and other travelers. Safe travels and happy planning!
Simple and Usefull - Thank you Emma. I wish you a lot of success with your channel ;o)
Thank you！if you have any more questions or need advice, I'm here to help! ;)
Good job Emma🎉
Hello. I travel to Kunming and Dali in two weeks from my home in Cambodia.
I am Australian and have found your video very helpful.
Thank you.
Hello there! It's great to hear that you found the video helpful for your upcoming trip to Kunming and Dali. Those are both beautiful places with rich culture and stunning scenery. I hope you have a fantastic time exploring them!
thank you !!!!!!! I can't wait to explore China with your tips
That's wonderful to hear! I hope my tips will help you make the most of your adventure.
Nice video. I like your artwork.
Thank U😁
您的视频对外国人很有帮助。谢谢您。
Very useful indeed. Thank you!
good thx. The issue with wechat pay and alipay not always working for foreigners is , I think , the linked bank card which is always Visa or Mastercard, whereas the chinese bankcards use Unionpay. So some vendors do not have Visa or Mastercard authorisation. Maybe you could explore this in more depth and make a video because it's all very confusing
Sometimes in the subway, connection to wechat weak and must use cash.
Halo Emma, i have heard alot about alipay as the major method of payment in china. If i have a teenager coming with me to china, will i be able to set up an alipay account under their name and mobile phone number in advance within my country before leaving - while connecting it with my other credit/debit card under my name (as a parent) which i havent linked to my own alipay account? Tq beforehand.. #hoping to get an answer of help 🙏
hello, thank you for the information, it was very useful, I want to travel to China in September, since the visa has been removed with my country, but I have only 2 questions , that are making me think about coming there
the first is the use of cash , I don't know if it is possible to use it in restaurants, metro, taxis and markets or is impossible to survive only in cash ? and most importantly, I read a lot and watched a lot of videos about moving through cities, because the maps are only in Chinese and it seems impossible? I don't know if there is an option in English? thank you and have a nice day !
Hi there! Thank you for your message, and I'm so glad you found the video useful! 😊 Regarding your questions:
Yes, you can definitely use cash in most places like restaurants, metro, taxis, and markets. Many businesses are accommodating to foreign visitors, and accepting cash is still a legal requirement in China, even though mobile payments like Alipay and WeChat are more common.
For maps, you can try using Apple Maps. Some friends have recommended it as a good option in China.
Wishing you a great trip to China! Let me know if you have more questions! 😊
@@Emma_Xi ok thanks for the answers ,i think i will find an iphone just for traveling in china..thanks again and have a nice day
Great content. Thanks for sharing. Can I please ask which VPN app works best in China? I would like to be able to navigate using Google and Google Maps
Some of my friends use ExpressVPN. You may have a try:)
For a short trip, get an eSIM if your phone can use them. They have VPN built in and designed for using all your fav apps
I am coming to China for a week. Your video is useful. Although you explained how important it is to use online payments, is it still possible to stay for a week depending solely on cash?
Hi there! Thank you for your message. Yes, you can definitely use cash in most places. Many businesses are accommodating to foreign visitors, and accepting cash is still a legal requirement in China, even though mobile payments like Alipay and WeChat are more common. Wishing you a great trip to China!
@Emma_Xi thank you. One thing more, my phone does not support esim. Can I get the sim card on arrival at beijing Capital Airport?
Sure, you can get the sim card on arrival at the Airport:)
How do you use Google Translate while in mainland China?
Hey, I’m from Germany and I wanted to ask how do I get visa because I want to stay in china like 2 weeks vacation.
Hey there! It's great to hear that you're planning a trip to China. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to apply for a Chinese visa:
Determine the Visa Type: For a 2-week vacation, you'll likely need a tourist visa, which is typically a "L" visa.
Find the Chinese Embassy or Consulate: Locate the nearest Chinese embassy or consulate in Germany where you can submit your application.
Prepare the Required Documents:
A valid passport,
A completed visa application form, which you can download from the embassy's website
A passport-sized photo
Proof of your travel itinerary
Submit Your Application: Visit the embassy or consulate with your application and documents.
Wait for Approval: Processing times can vary, so it's a good idea to apply well in advance of your trip.
Last but not least, it's always a good idea to check the latest information on the official website of the Chinese embassy or consulate in Germany. Have a fantastic trip, and I look forward to sharing more travel tips with you!
Only can link to WeChat if you have local china SIM card?
Actually, you don't need a local China SIM card to link to WeChat. Any phone number that can receive SMS messages will work.
Is complete authorization necessary on wechat, because of that limit? And why they cancel the 7-day metro ticket? This system is a bit confusing, it's really stressful for tourists, thinking about whether we have enough on the metro card and how much we need to top up.
Ich empfehle ein Daten Roaming zu kaufen. Wi fi ist zwar in vielen Geschäften umsonst, aber du benötigst eine Festland Telefonnummer.
I can't find baidu translate, only baidu maps.
emma i need your help
Xièxiè nǐ jiějiě
Xièxiè you as well :P
Great video! Thank you so much. I’m travelling to Shanghai for one month in September and I find it really helpful! 🩷
Do you have any tips for vegetarian food in China?
Thank you so much for your kind words! 🩷 I’m glad you found the video helpful. Wishing you an amazing trip to Shanghai in September! For vegetarian food, I recommend using the app Dianping to find great restaurants. You can set the location to Shanghai and search for vegetarian options. Use a translation app to help with the language barrier. Also, in tomorrow’s video, I'll cover how to find popular restaurants and navigate transportation in China. Stay tuned! 😊
thanks for all the info. Skipping China in favor of Japan, Korea and t h a t island. Just too much hassle in China.
Why don't you Tell the Chinese do n don't overseas