For years, WeChat and Alipay have promised to allow people to add foreign credit cards to use mobile payment in China. Considering how much easier it is to purchase goods and services using WeChat in China, this is huge for expats and travelers to China. But does it work? And if …
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So you want to travel China on a budget? In general, Asia is a great place to save money when traveling, and China is no exception. My wife and I love to explore different parts of China and are always doing so on a budget. Over time, it's become a challenge to see how much we …
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What is the best VPN for China in 2025? That's a loaded question that often gets met with simple answers from people who have never even lived in China. While there are plenty of options to choose from, I'm aiming to not only let you know what works, but also my exact strategy …
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Yes, it is still possible to access Gmail in China even though Gmail has been blocked since the middle of 2014. Most people check email using a VPN, or virtual private network. Here's a quick explanation of what you need to know in order to access Gmail - or any email address for …
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