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  • Shanghai Pudong skyline from the Bund, a top stop on a China 240-hour visa-free transit trip
    China

    China 240-Hour Visa-Free Transit: Honest 2026 Guide

    ByChasing the Chungs August 22, 2026

    China 240-hour visa-free transit lets you see China for 10 days with no visa. Who qualifies, the 55 countries, the ports, and the rules that trip people up.

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  • Best eSIM for China tested along the Great Wall of China
    China | Gear & Reviews

    Best eSIM for China 2026: Beat the Great Firewall

    ByChasing the Chungs August 17, 2026

    Read this before you fly. It will help you pick the best eSIM for China and land connected. Finding the best eSIM for China is harder than for anywhere else in Asia. The Great Firewall blocks Google, Gmail, Instagram, and WhatsApp, and most travel eSIMs leave you fighting a slow VPN the whole trip. We…

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  • China Visa Free for Canadians 2026: Everything You Need to Know
    Travel Tips | China | Destinations | Visas

    China Visa Free for Canadians 2026: Everything You Need to Know

    ByChasing the Chungs June 12, 2026July 22, 2026

    Canada just made the China visa list. As of February 17, 2026, Canadians can enter mainland China visa-free for up to 30 days — no consulate appointment, no $140 fee, no itinerary required. Here’s everything you need to know before you book.

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  • Trip.com eSIM review - best affordable eSIM for Asia travel
    Destinations | China | Digital Nomad | Malaysia | South Korea | Thailand | Travel Tips | Vietnam

    Trip.com eSIM Review: The Cheapest Way to Get Data Across Asia

    ByChasing the Chungs April 8, 2026August 15, 2026

    Staying connected across Asia is expensive. Roaming charges from Canadian carriers will drain your budget before you even land. We used Trip.com eSIM for 175 days across Asia on two phones, and it was the cheapest, most reliable option we found. Here’s the honest breakdown. Quick verdict Overall rating ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4.8 / 5 Countries used…

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  • Guangzhou Travel Guide: 3-Day Itinerary, Dim Sum and Honest Tips (2026)
    China

    Guangzhou Travel Guide: 3-Day Itinerary, Dim Sum and Honest Tips (2026)

    ByChasing the Chungs March 10, 2026June 18, 2026

    After 50 days and 8 cities in China, Guangzhou was our favourite. This honest 3-day Guangzhou itinerary covers dim sum at Liwan Lake, Yongqingfang, Kimbo Market, the Canton Tower at night, and what everything actually costs.

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  • Xiamen Travel Guide 2026: 2-Day Itinerary, Budget & $30 Mega Spa
    China

    Xiamen Travel Guide 2026: 2-Day Itinerary, Budget & $30 Mega Spa

    ByChasing the Chungs February 25, 2026June 18, 2026

    Escape to Xiamen on a budget with this 2-day Xiamen travel guide, where we spent just $207 USD for two people—including a mind-blowing $30 “mega spa” with unlimited buffet, hot springs, and saunas. From street food on Zhongshan Road and sunset cable car views to temples, beaches, and the Su Ke Spa bathhouse experience, this honest Xiamen itinerary shows you exactly what to do, what it really costs, and whether this coastal city in China deserves a spot on your trip.

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  • China High-Speed Rail: Second vs First vs Business Class (Honest Review)
    China | Flights & Transport

    China High-Speed Rail: Second vs First vs Business Class (Honest Review)

    ByChasing the Chungs January 31, 2026August 22, 2026

    We rode Second, First, and Business Class on China high-speed rail across 50 days and thousands of kilometres. Here is the honest breakdown: which class to book, when to upgrade, and what the price difference actually buys you.

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  • Wangxian Valley cliffside village China night view Jiangxi Province
    China

    Wangxian Valley: Is It Worth It? Our $200 USD Honest Couple Review (2026)

    ByChasing the Chungs January 27, 2026June 18, 2026

    Wangxian Valley looks like a fairytale cliffside village straight out of social media. But getting there is not simple. This guide breaks down exactly how to reach Wangxian Valley as a foreigner, where to stay, and the real cost of the trip. We spent $280 CAD for two people. Here is what worked, what was frustrating, and whether Wangxian Valley is truly worth the effort.

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  • WeChat Pay vs Alipay for Foreigners in 2026: Which One Do You Actually Need?
    China | Digital Nomad

    WeChat Pay vs Alipay for Foreigners in 2026: Which One Do You Actually Need?

    ByChasing the Chungs January 15, 2026August 22, 2026

    WeChat Pay or Alipay? After 50 days in China on Canadian passports, here is what actually worked, where the fees show up, how to set up both with a foreign credit card, and which one to prioritize before you land.

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  • Getting Around China as a Foreigner in 2026: High-Speed Trains, Metro, Didi and What Nobody Tells You
    China | Flights & Transport

    Getting Around China as a Foreigner in 2026: High-Speed Trains, Metro, Didi and What Nobody Tells You

    ByChasing the Chungs January 10, 2026July 29, 2026

    How to buy train tickets in China as a foreigner, use the metro without a Chinese bank account, book Didi, and navigate cities using the right apps. Everything we learned across 50 days and multiple cities.

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