Plan before you go

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• Best Time to Visit China: Weather, Seasons & Avoiding the Crowds

  A region-by-region guide to the weather, the four seasons, and when to go — plus the busy holiday weeks to avoid and the quiet months to enjoy.

  Last updated 8/22/2026

• How to Get Online in China: Data, Wi-Fi & the Great Firewall

  Mobile data, Wi-Fi and eSIM in China — plus what the Great Firewall (GFW) blocks and how to keep Google, WhatsApp and your usual apps working. A detailed, up-to-date guide.

  Last updated 8/21/2026

• China Visa & Visa-Free Entry: The Complete 2026 Guide

  Who can enter China without a visa in 2026, how the 30-day visa-free and 240-hour transit policies work, and how to apply for a tourist visa if you need one.

  Last updated 8/20/2026

• How to Pay in China as a Foreign Visitor

  Alipay, WeChat Pay, cash, and cards — a practical guide to paying for everything in China, written for foreign visitors and kept up to date.

  Last updated 8/16/2026

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