Travel Tips
China Tourism Scams while Traveling in China
-Toffler Niemuth, Local Travel Expert
China is generally a very safe place for tourists. However, when traveling in China, there are a number of tourist scams that visitors should be aware of. The following examples have actually happened to Western tourists in Beijing or elsewhere while touring China. Please be aware of them so you can be alert and protect yourself while you travel in China.
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Finding and Setting up a Cell Phone in China
- Kathy Block, China Primer
In order to use a cell phone in China, the cell phone must meet the following minimum requirements:
- Must be a GSM phone
- Have frequency bands of 900 MHz and 1800 MHz
- Be unlocked
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What To Do in an Emergency in China
- Kathy Block, China Primer
Hopefully, you won't have to deal with an emergency while you're in China. However, if you do find yourself in a bad situation, it is important to know what to do.
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China Travel Basics
- Kathy Block, China Primer
Some basic China travel information that you will find useful as you plan for your trip such as time zones, climate and electricity.
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Chinese Language Cheat Sheet - Useful Chinese Words & Phrases
- Carson Block and Kathy Block, China Primer
Chinese Phrases Cheat Sheet
Here are some useful Chinese words and phrases you can pull out to impress your Chinese friends and colleagues! The following is in Mandarin Chinese, not to be mistaken with Cantonese.
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