Get Ready to Travel to China!

For those planning to travel to China or visiting for the first time, it's essential to be well-prepared to ensure a smooth trip and save time. Have fun traveling! Let's get ready! 💪

✨️ Spending in China
80% of transactions are done via scanning. It's recommended to have the Alipay app and link your card before you go. You can also use WeChat. Carry a small amount of cash for emergencies in case your phone battery dies or the device malfunctions.

✨️ Shopping
If you're shopping in malls or outlets, you'll see discount signs with single digits, such as 7 折, which means 70%. However, it doesn't mean a 70% discount. It means you have to pay 70% of the full price (which is a 30% discount).

✨️ Map Apps in China
Google Maps is not very accurate in China. It's recommended to use the Amap app, which has an English version, or if you're familiar with Chinese, Baidu Map is very accurate.

✨️ Calling a Taxi in China
Taxis in China are called DiDi. You can call one through the Alipay app and pay via Alipay. Remember the last four digits of your phone number in Chinese, as the driver will ask to confirm you have the right car. Most location pins need to be in Chinese, so preparing a list of place names in Chinese will speed things up.

✨️ Renting a Bicycle in China
If you get tired of walking, try renting a bicycle. Choose a blue bike, open the Alipay app, select HelloRide (the bicycle icon), and scan the QR code on the bike to unlock it. To return it, find a parking spot with many bikes, park, and scan the QR code on the bike to return it. Make sure the bike is locked. The rental fee is very cheap, just a few yuan.

Traveling in China is not as difficult as you might think. Pack your bags and book your tickets now!

Post by RanRan on trip | Apr 9, 2025