China Travel Guide: Vacation In China, China trip advice & tips

Use Alipay for transactions; cash is less common in China. It's the most convenient way to pay for almost everything.

Set expectations for a food-focused day and pace yourself across multiple stalls to sample a broad spectrum of traditional snacks.

Use a local guide if you want context and photos; it’s easy to wander, but a guide helps capture moments and explain the town’s history.