Cell phone coverage is generally excellent in China’s cities, and still very good in remote and rural areas. If you have an unlocked phone, purchasing a local SIM on arrival is probably the cheapest and most reliable option to use your phone on the go. If you wish to use global roaming while in China,...Read More
Squat toilets are most common in China, though Western-style flushable toilets can sometimes be found in modern hotels and restaurants. Be sure to carry your own toilet paper or tissue and hand sanitiser as these are rarely provided, especially in public places.Read More
Major credit cards are accepted by large hotels, stores and restaurants, but may not be accepted by smaller vendors and market stalls. Be sure to always carry some cash in case credit cards are not an option.Read More
China’s unit of currency is the Renminbi (CNY), or yuan. Prices here are approximate and shown in US dollars for ease of comparison: Subway ride = 0.50 USD Can of soft drink = 0.50-0.75 USD Bottle of beer = 1-1.50 USD Basic lunch = 2.10 USD Basic rice or noodle dinner = 3.50 USD Three-course...Read More
Major credit cards are accepted by large hotels, stores and restaurants, but may not be accepted by smaller vendors and market stalls. Be sure to always carry some cash in case credit cards are not an option.Read More
The short answer is yes, you will most likely need a visa for China. Citizens of most countries do require a tourist visa to travel to China for any period of time, and most travellers receive a standard 30-day single-entry tourist visa for a trip to the mainland. If you are travelling to Hong Kong, many citizens,...Read More
Absolutely. All passengers traveling with Intrepid are required to purchase travel insurance before the start of their trip. Your travel insurance details will be recorded by your leader on the first day of the trip. Due to the varying nature, availability and cost of health care around the world, travel insurance is very much an...Read More
LGBTQIA+ travellers are those who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender (a more inclusive LGBT initialism), plus queer or questioning, intersex or asexual individuals, as well as those who identify beyond these commonly used sexuality and gender expressions. Specific situations and issues may present themselves to travellers who identify with one or more of...Read More
Accessibility varies in China depending on where you are. Things are improving every year but given the vast size of China and varying rates of growth, you may find old areas are a lot more difficult to travel through than modern cities. In Shanghai, for example, most public transport is wheelchair-friendly, as are a lot of the...Read More
The best time to visit China is during the Spring or Autumn. The country experiences warm and dry weather during this period. From the rugged mountain interior of Emei Shan to the glittering coastal city of Sanghai, China is home to a diverse range of landscapes. The best time to visit depends entirely on which...Read More
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