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Updated May 2026 · 12 min read · Expert-verified
The short answer: yes — China is physically very safe for American tourists. Violent crime against foreigners is virtually nonexistent. But "safe" isn't just about crime. This guide covers street safety, scams, digital access, VPNs, food/water, city-by-city breakdown, laws, and what the State Department actually says.
Visa-Free · New
Oct 202612 min read
Land in Shanghai, see Beijing and Xi'an, leave for Hong Kong or Taipei with no visa and no passport mail-in. Rules, the 240-hour clock, standby-ticket traps for airline staff, and a private plan paced for travelers 60+.
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Trade Fairs
Sept 202614 min read
Phase dates Oct 15–Nov 4, free buyer badge registration, invitation letters, visas for Americans, metro to Pazhou, hotels and supplier tips.
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Business Travel
Sept 202612 min read
Which factory tours foreigners can book (Xiaomi, XPeng, BMW Brilliance), visiting BYD or Huawei, Canton Fair 2026 dates, business visas and invitation letters.
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Travel Tips
May 202615 min read9,000/mo
Payment apps, VPN setup, packing list, visa tips, food safety, language hacks, transportation secrets, and money-saving insider tips. The complete pre-departure checklist.
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Apps & Technology
May 202612 min read4,400/mo
The 15 apps every American needs: Alipay, WeChat, DiDi, VPN, Amap, Google Translate, Trip.com, and more. Step-by-step setup guides and a pre-departure timeline.
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Coming Soon
Food & Dining
China Food Guide for Americans — Must-Try Dishes by City
Coming June 20263,600/mo target
Beijing duck, Xi'an hand-pulled noodles, Sichuan hotpot, Cantonese dim sum, Shanghai soup dumplings — the essential dishes, where to find them, how to order, and what to avoid.
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Visa & Documents
May 202615 min read5,400/mo
Step-by-step visa application process, document checklist, costs ($185), consulate locations, 240-hour visa-free option, 10-year L-visa explained, and insider tips to avoid rejection.
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