China travel guides
Practical guides for visiting mainland China: trains and tickets, payments, connectivity, and planning a first trip.
transport
First-time guide to high-speed rail in China
How HSR stations work for international travelers — security, seat classes, and station flow — without live fare claims.
transport
How foreigners buy China train tickets
Practical orientation on official 12306 channels, passport ID rules, and caveats — not a booking service and not live inventory.
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Payments and connectivity for visitors
Practical orientation on mobile payments, cards, and eSIM/Wi‑Fi — policies change; verify before travel.
regions
Using Shanghai as a Yangtze Delta base
Day-trip and overnight logic for Suzhou, Hangzhou, and Nanjing via HSR from a Shanghai base — buffers, stations, and honesty limits.
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Is it safe to travel to China
Is it safe to travel to China depends on the government advisories linked here. Read those pages, then the practical checks. Last checked: November 10, 2026.
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How to travel in China
How to travel in China starts with rail, local transit, payments, and a plan you can recheck. This hub links on-site tools and says what they do not claim.
visas
How much is a China visa for US citizens
How much is a China visa for US citizens is $140 regular until December 31, 2026, plus $25 express. Not legal advice. Last checked: November 10, 2026.
visas
How long to get China visa
How long to get China visa depends on the office and service level. Times below are published averages, not a guarantee. Last checked: November 10, 2026.