A simple guide to download Amap (Gaode Map) and set to English for foreign tourists in China. Step-by-step steps, GEO tips, and DolphinUnion’s one-click navigation links. Essential for China travel.

Name too long for China trains? Learn how to book online with the 30-character limit using Trip.com or 12306—even with a 40+ character name. Verified by DolphinUnion for foreign travelers.

A local’s 2025 guide to getting to Zhangjiajie from Beijing, Shanghai, Chengdu, Chongqing & more. Compare flights, high-speed trains, and buses. Save time and avoid tourist traps. Perfect for foreign travelers planning a trip to China.

A local’s guide to Chinese foot bath (xi zu) for foreign travelers — discover basic, mid-tier, and luxury foot spa experiences in China. Learn where to go, what to avoid, and how to relax like a local. Perfect for tired tourists in any city.

A local Chinese blogger’s guide to WeChat registration for foreigners—why verification is needed, how to fix it. Perfect for 24h-144h China itineraries with DolphinUnion’s help.

A local Chinese blogger’s guide to fixing Alipay/WeChat Pay fails for foreigners—personal vs. business codes, hacks. Perfect for 24h-144h China itineraries with DolphinUnion’s help.

A local Chinese blogger’s guide to Alipay/WeChat Pay fees for foreigners—how to avoid fees, split payments. Perfect for 24h-144h China itineraries with DolphinUnion’s help.

A local Chinese blogger’s guide to essential apps for foreigners—payment, transport, translation tips. Perfect for 24h-144h cross-China itineraries with DolphinUnion’s help.

A local Chongqing blogger’s guide to picking up train tickets in China for foreigners—kiosk/window steps, modern passport scan tips. Perfect for 24h-144h cross-China itineraries with DolphinUnion’s help.

A local Chongqing blogger’s guide to choosing window/aisle seats on high-speed trains for foreigners—12306/Trip.com steps, luggage tips. Perfect for 24h-144h itineraries with DolphinUnion’s help.

This China Travel Style Comparison analyzes group tours (cheap but rigid), free travel (flexible but time-consuming), and custom trips (personalized but expensive). It introduces a hybrid solution: affordable China city guides with flexible itineraries and support—ideal for budget first-timers.

This First-Time China Travel Preparation Guide for Foreigners addresses key trip prep pain points: restricted Western apps (fix with eSIM/VPN), Google Maps alternative (Amap), and 10-day itinerary overwhelm. It recommends DolphinUnion’s detailed city guides for a hassle-free trip.

This Chinese Regional Cuisine Guide for Foreigners introduces China’s iconic regional foods, from mild Cantonese dim sum and Peking duck to spicy Sichuan/Hunan dishes. It flags spicy areas for caution, shares must-try mild dishes, and explains food cultures, helping foreigners explore Chinese cuisine easily.

This guide, titled Foreign Driver’s License Car Rental Guide in China, details essential docs for foreign car renters, solutions for no Chinese license (temporary permits), and international license mutual recognition (France, Serbia, etc.). Ensure legal and smooth self-driving in China.

Mainstream Chinese food apps (Meituan, Ele.me) lack English support, but Amap for Finding Restaurants in China helps. It shows English-named restaurants with real ratings, prices, photos, and navigation—solving foreign travelers’ dining struggles.

Discover 5 new 240-Hour Visa-Free China Itineraries for First-Time Foreigners! Explore border cultures in Yunnan, red heritage in Yan’an, water towns in Jiangnan, plateau ecology in Qinghai-Tibet, and islands in Fujian. Each 10-day route uncovers unique gems for an unforgettable first trip.

This guide shares 240-Hour Visa-Free China Itineraries for Foreigners—5 themed routes (history, culture, food, modernity, nature) for first-time visitors. Explore Beijing’s Forbidden City, Chengdu’s pandas, Guangzhou’s dim sum, and more to make the most of your visa-free stay.

This Foreigners' China Train Check-in Guide explains how to board trains. Eligible foreigners can scan passports at automated gates. Others need paper tickets from counters and use manual lanes. Arrive 40-50 mins early; latecomers can use e-tickets at manual check-in.

Learn about China Train Ticket Booking for Foreigners. Book 14 days in advance via 12306 (official, real-time, no fees, requires ID verification) or Trip.com (books 30 days early, fees apply, English interface). Choose based on your needs.

Confused about using shared bikes or e-scooters in China? This guide on Shared Bikes & E-Scooters in China for Foreigners covers top apps (Mobike, Qingju), registration steps, payment, and usage tips. Learn to ride smoothly and explore cities easily.