Picture this: you just landed in China. Phone in hand, stomach empty, zero idea how to pay for anything. Your Apple Pay? Many places do not accept it. Google Maps? Outdated. Uber? Does not exist. Now imagine the other version: you spent the week before your trip downloading the right apps, linked your credit card […]
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Beijing rewards the traveler who gives it three days. If you’re planning a 3 days in Beijing itinerary, this city delivers more than you’d expect. In that time, you can walk through the world’s largest palace complex. You can stand atop a 600-year-old watchtower on the Great Wall. And you can lose yourself in narrow
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TL;DR eSIM is the fastest option. To start, buy before you leave. Then, use it the moment you land. No lines. No hassle. Physical SIM is cheapest. Tourist plans start at about $5 for short trips, $10–15 for 30 days. Additionally, you get a local phone number. China’s three carriers: Mobile has the most coverage.
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The Question We Get Every Single Day Let me start with a confession: we’ve been doing inbound tourism for years, and the question we hear most isn’t “What’s the best food in Shanghai?” or “Which temple should I visit first?” In fact, it’s this: “Is China actually safe?” So let’s address it directly. Not with
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