Beijing, explained by locals

Practical guides covering the full journey — before you go, getting around, money & connectivity, the sites themselves, and the practical stuff nobody tells you.

Paying in China: Alipay, WeChat Pay and Cash, Set Up Before You Fly
Bind your foreign card to Alipay or WeChat Pay, learn the fee thresholds and limits, know when cash still wins, and claim your departure tax refund properly.
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Internet in China: eSIM, Roaming and the Apps Worth Downloading
How to stay connected in Beijing: travel eSIM vs home-carrier roaming, which everyday services are unavailable on local networks, and the offline kit that saves trips.
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