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Cash, ATMs and Payment Backups in China

Prepare RMB cash, use an ATM with an overseas card and recover from payment failures without relying on a single phone or account.

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Everyday Travel Essentials in China: Toilets, Water and Luggage Storage

Find toilets, drinking water, luggage storage and charging help in China, with useful Chinese phrases and offline preparation.

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Lost Passport, Phone or Wallet in China: What to Do First

Respond to a lost passport, phone or wallet in China, protect accounts, contact the right authorities and recheck onward travel.

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Must-Have Apps for China: 7 Essential Apps for Travelers

Choose and prepare essential China travel apps for payments, maps, messaging, transport, and everyday trip planning.

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Packing for China: Luggage, Power Banks, Medicines and Purchases

Pack for China flights, trains and the journey home, with current power-bank checks, medicines, luggage allowances and customs preparation.

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