Travel China Like a Local
Skip the tourist traps and confusion. Here is your essential setup guide for a smooth journey.
001. Check Visa Entry
Confused by the rules? Check if you qualify for the 144-Hour Visa-Free Transit.
002. Get Connected
Bypass the firewall and keep your Google, WhatsApp, and Instagram working.
004. Maps & Navigation
Never get lost in China. Master Apple Maps and local guides to explore every corner like a local.
005. Transportation
Ride with confidence. Master High-Speed Trains and book taxis easily using the English version of DiDi.
006. Language & Apps
Break the language barrier. Top-rated translation apps that make ordering food and asking for directions simple.
Why ChinaTrip101?
We are not just travel bloggers.
We are local experts based in Beijing and Tibet, operating our own premium campsites (Sunarea). We bridge the gap between you and the real China
We Live Here (Real-Time Intel)
Unlike generic travel sites written from abroad, we are based in China. We test every VPN, payment method, and train route personally. We know what works today, not last year.
Exclusive Glamping Access (Sunarea)
We don’t just book hotels; we own the experience. Through our parent brand Sunarea, we offer exclusive access to premium glamping sites in Tibet and the Silk Road that you can’t find on Booking.com
We prioritize your “survival” needs. We ensure you can pay (Alipay), connect (eSIM), and navigate (Maps) before we talk about where to visit. No getting stuck helpless in the streets.
Curated, Scam-Free Routes
China is huge and can be overwhelming. We filter out the tourist traps and shopping scams, curating only the authentic experiences that we would take our own friends to.
When you book a premium trip with us, you get local support. If you run into trouble, there is a real person on the ground in your time zone ready to assist.