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A Friendly First-Timer’s Guide to the Great Wall
Where to go, what to bring and how to choose the right section for your trip.
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Visa
Clear preparation guides for visas, documents and arrival requirements.
- How to prepare your first China visa application
- China’s visa-free transit explained simply
Destinations
Find famous landmarks and quieter places worth slowing down for.
- A first-timer’s guide to the Great Wall
- Three slow days in old Suzhou
Food
Taste regional dishes and understand the stories served with them.
- A friendly map of China’s breakfast foods
- What to order at a Sichuan restaurant
Culture Experiences
Turn traditions, crafts and local festivals into memorable experiences.
- Where to experience a traditional tea ceremony
- A visitor’s guide to Chinese New Year
Living in China
Practical help for settling in, paying, communicating and feeling at home.
- Your first week living in China
- A simple guide to mobile payments
Transportation
Move around confidently by high-speed rail, metro, bus and taxi.
- How to take your first high-speed train
- Using the metro in China without stress
Hotels
Choose, book and check in to accommodation that fits your trip.
- How to choose a hotel in China
- What foreign guests should check before booking