What should you pack for your trip to China? Whether you're an experienced traveler or this is your first time going overseas, it helps to know what is and isn't available in a country like China so you can pack accordingly. I'd like to share with you recommendations on what to pack for China (and what not pack) based on my own experience. I don't want to point out the obvious for you here … [Read more...] about What to Pack for China in 2026 (+ Free PDF Checklist!)
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Best Shanghai Travel Guide Books for 2026 (rated & reviewed)
What is the best Shanghai travel guide book for 2026? If you're making plans to visit Shanghai, China in the next year or so, you're going to want help figuring out what's worth seeing, how to get around and other great travel tips. Below, I'd like to share with you my favorite Shanghai travel guide books reviewed and rated based on my own experience. If you plan to be heading out to … [Read more...] about Best Shanghai Travel Guide Books for 2026 (rated & reviewed)
Which Parts of China Require a China Travel Permit in 2026?
Are there places in China that require a permit to travel? It's a legitimate question because there are, in fact, a few places in China where foreign travelers aren't allowed to visit and a few that require special China travel permits. Let me explain. The ultimate fear of most any international traveler is that they'll spend all their time planning and yet when they arrive to their … [Read more...] about Which Parts of China Require a China Travel Permit in 2026?
Best Pollution Masks 2026 | Comfort vs Value
Considering the global increase in pollution, allergens and unhealthy fumes, it's no wonder that you're considering a good pollution mask. Your health is a priority, which is why it's important to know which masks are the best pollution masks at filtering out the bad particles in the air and which masks don't live up to the marketing hype. Anybody who has ever spent time wearing one of … [Read more...] about Best Pollution Masks 2026 | Comfort vs Value
Do I Need a TEFL to Teach English in China in 2026?
Do you need a TEFL certification to teach English in China? As you consider a job as an English teacher in China, it helps to understand what they require and what influences your potential salary. As somebody who has taught English and lived in China for over 10 years, I'd like to share with you what I've learned. Once you start looking around for teaching jobs here in China you'll … [Read more...] about Do I Need a TEFL to Teach English in China in 2026?
COVID-19 and the Future of China Travel in 2026 and Beyond
COVID-19. <sigh> It's disrupted everybody's plans. This virus, which started in Wuhan, China in December 2019 and has spread at an alarming rate around the world, has decimated global travel. I've received countless emails from concerned travelers with plans to visit China in 2026 and beyond. Can travelers still visit China in a post-COVID world? Let me begin by saying that I am not … [Read more...] about COVID-19 and the Future of China Travel in 2026 and Beyond