How do I get a SIM card in China as a foreigner?

You can get a local SIM card at the airport from China Unicom, China Mobile, or China Telecom. Bring your passport. Alternatively, buy an eSIM before arrival for instant connectivity. Prices range from ¥69-199 for 7-30 day plans.

How do I set up Alipay as a foreigner in China?

Download Alipay, register with your phone number, then link an international Visa/Mastercard. Since 2023, foreigners can use Alipay without a Chinese bank account. You can also use WeChat Pay the same way.

What is the best way to get from the airport to the city in China?

Most major Chinese cities have airport express trains (fastest, ¥25-35). Metro is cheapest (¥5-10). Didi (Chinese Uber) is convenient if you have the app set up. Avoid unlicensed taxis at the airport.

Do I need a VPN in China?

Yes, Google, Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and most Western apps are blocked in China. Download a VPN before arriving. Popular options include ExpressVPN, NordVPN, and Astrill. Set it up before you land.

What are the must-try foods in China?

Must-try dishes include Peking Duck (Beijing), Xiaolongbao soup dumplings (Shanghai), Mapo Tofu and Hot Pot (Chengdu), Biangbiang Noodles (Xi'an), and Dim Sum (Guangzhou). Our food guide covers 150+ dishes across 8 regions.

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24.684655118.171191 Fantawild Oriental Heritage厦门方特东方神画),1111 Haixun Road South (石浔南路1111号)Bus routes 601, 604, 618, 631, 636, 653, 691, 762 and 765. If you're coming from Xiamen Island, you can take bus no. 653 from the Xiamen International Conference & Exhibition Center),toll-free: +86 400 1660006.09:30-17:30 (Monday to Friday), 09:30-18:00 (weekends and public holidays). Some things don't open until 10:00 or 10:30.A major theme park. Part of the Fantawild chain.¥280 (adults), ¥210 (persons aged between 60 and 70 as well as children between 1.2 and 1.5 metres in height). Persons over 70 and children under 1.2 metres in height are granted free admission.updated Feb 2019 | )

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