• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content

Travel China Cheaper

Travel China the smart way! Expert tips and travel advice for China tourists and expats.

PLANNING A TRIP TO CHINA? Start Here

  • Resources
    • China Travel Handbook
    • China Travel Resources
    • Free PDF Downloads
  • Travel Tips
    • Best Travel Insurance for China
    • Getting Your Chinese Visa
    • How to Pack for China
    • Vaccinations Needed for China
    • Top China Tourist Scams
    • Best Times to Visit China
    • Getting Money to China
    • How to Travel China on a Budget
    • Tips on Tipping in China
    • How to Bargain in China
    • How to Take a Taxi in China
    • Using your Cell Phone in China
    • How to Open a China Bank Account
    • Best Virtual Mailboxes Reviewed
  • Travel Guides
    • Best China Travel Agencies
    • Best Beijing Guide Books
    • Best Shanghai Guide Books
    • Best Hong Kong Guide Books
  • Learn Chinese
    • 75 Best Language Learning Tools
    • Best Voice Translation Apps for China
    • Learn to Write Chinese
    • Learn To Read Chinese
    • Top 5 Mandarin Phrase Guides
    • How to Travel without Mandarin
  • China Visas
    • Complete China Visa Guide 2025
    • Visa-Free Transit Guide
    • US Citizens Guide
    • Best China Visas Services Reviewed
    • Getting a Chinese Visa in Hong Kong
    • Understanding the 10-Year China Visa
  • China VPN
    • Best VPNs for China 2025
    • Blocked Websites in China
    • Is Using a VPN Legal?
    • How to Watch Netflix in China
  • About
    • Contact
    • Work with Us

Getting Started | Travel and Live in China

Check out these articles that help with getting started traveling and moving to China, straight from the TravelChinaCheaper archive!

What Vaccinations Do You Need for China? (2025 Update)

February 8, 2025 By Josh Summers

Vaccinations for China

What are the required (and recommended) vaccinations for China in 2025? Whether you're taking a short trip to China or you're planning to move there as an expat, it's helpful to know what China vaccinations are recommended to keep you safe and healthy. Here's a quick breakdown of all you need to know. Before we dive into these recommended vaccinations for China, I strongly suggest that you … [Read more...] about What Vaccinations Do You Need for China? (2025 Update)

Top 5 China Travel Guide Book 2025

January 24, 2025 By Josh Summers

Best China travel guide books

Did you know that if you look up the phrase “China Travel Guide” on Amazon, it will give you nearly 3,000 options to choose from? To help minimize the overwhelm, here’s a quick breakdown of the best China travel guide books that I’ve used based on over a decade of traveling around the country. This guide is part of a larger series that includes travel guides for other Asian destinations such as … [Read more...] about Top 5 China Travel Guide Book 2025

China Visa for US Citizens in 2025 | Information Guide and FAQ

January 16, 2025 By Josh Summers

China Visa Guide for US Citizens, including a helpful FAQ

What is the application process of a China visa for US citizens in 2025? So much has changed now that China has re-opened post-COVID. Is there a visa-free option? How long will getting a visa take? What kind of visas are available? You've come to the right place. In this guide, I'll walk you through everything you need to know as a US citizen applying for a Chinese visa. First of all, … [Read more...] about China Visa for US Citizens in 2025 | Information Guide and FAQ

Are you planning to travel or move to China soon?

Don't miss out on these 44 money-saving tips!

Learn More by Clicking Here

© 2025 Go West Ventures LLC   |  Best-Selling China Travel Guide   |   Contact   |   Affiliate Disclaimer   |   Privacy Policy