2026 China Travel Guide 2026: Apps, Transport, Great Wall & Panda - Dave Mani

China Travel Guide 2026: Apps, Transport, Great Wall & Panda

Watch This Before Going To China in 2026

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Watch This Before Going To China in 2026

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Dave Mani2026-05-2011 min

China can be quite intimidating for many travellers but don't let that stop you! China is one of the most interesting country to visit with incredible history, sights, people and foods, please go all in on Chinese street food. Here is everything you need to plan your trip to China. 4- Useful Chinese Apps (WeChat, AliPay, DIDI and Meituan Waimai). Let us know in the comment section if you have any specific question and we will do our best to help you out.

--- Dave Mani

May 20, 2026, Spring in China

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Dave Mani shares practical China travel tips after a month-long trip, covering apps, payments, transport, and how to camp on the Great Wall.

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After a full month exploring China, Dave Mani and Tracy share essential tips for navigating the country. From mapping with Apple Maps over Google, to booking everything on Trip.com, they cover the super-app WeChat for payments, the importance of a local SIM, and a must-have VPN. They highlight the cheap DiDi rides, the squatty toilet reality, and the absolute need to carry your passport everywhere. The Great Wall gets special treatment—they camped at Jinshanling, a less crowded section, and offer crucial advice on permits and sore calves. It's a practical, no-nonsense guide for anyone planning to visit.

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Watch This Before Going To China in 2026

China Travel Guide 2026: Apps, Transport, Great Wall & Panda

China can be quite intimidating for many travellers but don't let that spot you! China is one of the most interesting country to visit with incredible history, sights, people and foods, please go all in on Chinese street food. Here is everything you need to plan your trip to China. 4- Useful...

China Travel Guide 2026: Apps, Great Wall Tips & What to Know

China can be quite intimidating for many travellers but don't let that stop you! It is one of the most interesting countries to visit with incredible history, sights, people and foods — please go all in on Chinese street food. This guide covers everything you need to plan your trip: useful Chinese apps like WeChat, AliPay, DIDI and Meituan Waimai, getting around, booking platforms, VPN essentials, transportation tips, navigating public bathrooms, overcoming the language barrier, visiting pandas, passport requirements, and tackling the Great Wall of China. The chapter breakdown takes you from a general travel guide through practical logistics, ensuring you're prepared for an unforgettable journey.

Attractions in this video: Great Wall Of China, Jinshanling, Simatai, Badaling, Mutianyu, Beijing Zoo, Panda Base