{"id":1590,"date":"2026-02-23T08:01:32","date_gmt":"2026-02-23T08:01:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/99chinatravel.com\/?p=1590"},"modified":"2026-02-23T08:01:32","modified_gmt":"2026-02-23T08:01:32","slug":"everything-i-wish-i-knew-before-travelling-china-%f0%9f%87%a8%f0%9f%87%b3","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/99chinatravel.com\/?p=1590","title":{"rendered":"Everything I Wish I knew BEFORE Travelling China \ud83c\udde8\ud83c\uddf3"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"480\" height=\"270\" src=\"\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/KDcp6s346IM\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>Planning a trip to China in 2026? Watch THIS First! + Use code PHOEBE to get 15% off your Simify eSIM here: https:\/\/simify.com\/discount\/PHOEBE. From setting up Alipay and WeChat Pay to the best VPNs that actually work, here is everything I wish I knew before my solo trip. In this video, I&#8217;m breaking down the essential apps, internet survival tips, and cultural do&#8217;s and don&#8217;ts to make your China adventure stress-free.<\/p>\n<p>Travelling to China?! Here are the links you NEED:<br \/>\n&#8211; Book your China Hotels, Flights and Trains via Trip.com: https:\/\/trip.tpx.gr\/BYj1oC33<br \/>\n&#8211; Book your China airport transfer with Klook: https:\/\/klook.tpx.gr\/1pbt3GZw<br \/>\n&#8211; Book tours &amp; activities with Klook: https:\/\/klook.tpx.gr\/1pbt3GZw<br \/>\n(use my code TRAVELFORPHOEBEKLOOK) for a discount!<br \/>\n&#8211; Travel China with Eastogo: https:\/\/www.eastogo.com\/?SQF_UTM_CAMPAIGN=travelforphoebe<br \/>\n&#8211; Travel China with Odynovo: https:\/\/tinyurl.com\/3zcehmvk<br \/>\n&#8211; Surfshark VPN for China: https:\/\/surfshark.club\/friend\/mrMAessT<br \/>\n&#8211; Simify eSIM for China: https:\/\/simify.com\/discount\/PHOEBE <\/p>\n<p>Watch my other China Travel Vlogs &amp; Guides here:<br \/>\n&#8211; Guizhou: https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=Xt6KR8qJKX4&amp;t=561s<br \/>\n&#8211; Guiyang: https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=vAUcxAlo9aM<br \/>\n&#8211; Tibet &amp; Lijiang: https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=ZmIDfESTo9w<br \/>\n&#8211; Yunnan: https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=GvjdEeMqhIE&amp;t=39s<br \/>\n&#8211; Shanghai: https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=L51Ws_R4Qr8&amp;t=58s<br \/>\n&#8211; Nanjing: https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=Rs3dVNTUxvY&amp;t=2s<br \/>\n&#8211; Xi An: https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=Mwwrbvhr5hE&amp;t=2s<br \/>\n&#8211; Beijing: https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=wTrhgnE-Q84&amp;t=31s<br \/>\n&#8211; Chengdu: https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=Ohcqv2G_20o&amp;t=90s<\/p>\n<p>I use and recommend&#8230;<br \/>\n\ud83e\udd88 Surfshark VPN: https:\/\/surfshark.club\/friend\/mrMAessT<br \/>\n\u2708\ufe0f Search Flights: https:\/\/skyscanner.pxf.io\/R50ba7<br \/>\n\ud83c\udf9f\ufe0f Find Experiences: https:\/\/tinyurl.com\/4eentpf5<br \/>\n\ud83d\udccdFind the BEST hotel stays: https:\/\/agoda.tp.st\/0PLnZFly<br \/>\n\ud83e\uddf3 July Luggage https:\/\/julyau.sjv.io\/GmQ6n9<br \/>\n\ud83d\udcbb Book the best activities: https:\/\/gyg.me\/HF4EyXMu<br \/>\n\ud83d\ude99 Pre-book your airport transfer: https:\/\/kiwitaxi.tp.st\/8kK0umsb<\/p>\n<p>China is one of the most fascinating countries I have ever visited \ud83c\udde8\ud83c\uddf3 In this travel vlog, I share my honest experiences and reflections on travelling through this incredible country. This travel video provides a personal travel guide to China, offering insights into its diverse landscapes and rich culture for anyone interested in china tourism and to explore culture.<\/p>\n<p>If you found this video useful (or entertaining), I&#8217;d be grateful if you considered using the affiliate links above. I may make a small commission at no extra cost to you. Rest assured, these are the products and services I use and love.<\/p>\n<p>0:00 &#8211; Intro<br \/>\n0:27 &#8211; The Cashless Reality: How to use Alipay &amp; WeChat<br \/>\n1:21 &#8211; Internet Survival: Best eSims for China<br \/>\n2:24 &#8211; Essential Apps You Need Before You Fly<br \/>\n3:54 Best VPN for China &amp; Tips<br \/>\n6:11 &#8211; Navigating the Language Barrier<br \/>\n6:59 &#8211; Getting Around: High-Speed Trains &amp; Didi<br \/>\n7:47 &#8211; Safety, Scams &amp; Solo Female Travel Tips<br \/>\n12:17 &#8211; Solo vs. Guided Tours: Which is better?<br \/>\n13:59 &#8211; Food Guide: How to Order &amp; What to Eat<br \/>\n16:44 &#8211; Best places to visit in China<br \/>\n18:14 &#8211; My Quick-Fire Bonus Insider Tips<\/p>\n<p>________________________________<\/p>\n<p>#TravelWell #TravelForPhoebe #chinatravel #china #chinavlog #chinafood #travelchina #chinastreetfood #solotravel<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Planning a trip to China in 2026? 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