Introduction

• Briefly highlight China’s appeal (history, culture, landscapes).

• Address common concerns foreigners have (language barriers, visas, tech restrictions).

• Promise actionable tips for planning, safety, and cultural immersion.

1. Pre-Trip Planning: Visas, Apps & Essentials

Subheadings:
a) Visa Requirements and Application

• Types of tourist visas (L Visa).

• How to apply (step-by-step for first-timers).

• Visa-free transit options (72/144-hour policies).

b) Must-Have Apps for Travelers

• Navigation: Amap (English version), Google Translate (offline mode).

• Payments: Alipay TourPass, WeChat Pay setup guide for foreigners.

• Booking: Trip.com, Ctrip for trains/hotels.

c) Connectivity Solutions

• How to get a China SIM card (recommend China Mobile/China Unicom).

• VPN options for accessing Google, WhatsApp, etc. (ExpressVPN, Astrill).

2. Navigating China: Transportation & Language

Subheadings:
a) Public Transport Tips

• Booking high-speed trains via Trip.com (passport requirements).

• Using Didi (China’s Uber) without a Chinese phone number.

b) Language Survival Guide

• Essential Mandarin phrases (with pinyin).

• Translation tools: Pleco, Microsoft Translator.

• How to recognize addresses/transport signs in English.

3. Cultural Etiquette & Safety

Subheadings:
a) Do’s and Don’ts in China

• Table manners (chopsticks taboos, toasting customs).

• Temple etiquette (photography rules, donations).

b) Staying Safe

• Scams targeting tourists (tea ceremony scams, fake art sales).

• Emergency contacts (110 for police, 120 for medical help).

4. Money Matters: Cashless Payments

Subheadings:

• Why cash is fading: 90% of Chinese use mobile payments.

• Step-by-step guide to setting up Alipay TourPass (preload money with a foreign card).

• Backup options: UnionPay ATMs, exchanging currency at banks.

5. Food & Health Tips

Subheadings:
a) Eating Like a Local

• Street food safety (look for busy stalls).

• Allergy warnings (how to say “no peanuts” in Mandarin).

b) Health Precautions

• Tap water safety (use bottled water).

• Air quality apps (IQAir).

6. Off-the-Beaten-Path Experiences

Subheadings:

• Lesser-known destinations: Fenghuang Ancient Town, Kanas Lake.

• Local festivals to plan around (e.g., Dragon Boat Festival).

7. Sustainability & Responsible Travel

• Reducing plastic use (bring a reusable bottle).

• Supporting ethical animal tourism (avoid tiger temples).