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China Travel Savvy > Advice

Health and Vaccinations

Staying healthy when traveling in China. Information about recommended vaccinations, common ailments and health precautions to take.

Customs Procedures

Information about navigating through customs in China, including which items should be declared and what items are prohibited altogether.

Internet Access

Information about how to access the internet while in China through wireless connections, internet cafes or your hotel. Also information about censored sites.

Public Holidays

A list of public holidays in China with information about the impact they might have on travel or business plans.

Post and Mail

Postal services in China. Information about sending mail and parcels to and from the country by China Post, EMS, or courier service.

Safety

Information about safety and general precautions to take when traveling in China.

Scams

Information about scams that target tourists in China. A list of common scams and the best way to deal with them.

Money

Advice on money issues in China. Information about the currency, how to access money, what to do if you lose your credit card, average prices and counterfeit notes.

Phone Services

Information about making calls to, from and within China and advice on using a mobile phone in China.

Power and Sockets

Information about electricity, power supply and sockets used in China and the kind of adapters and converters required for traveling there.

    • Travel Advice And Information

      Health and Vaccinations

      Health issues when traveling in China

      Customs Procedures

      Chinese Customs procedures and regulations

      Internet Access

      Accessing the internet in China

      Public Holidays

      List of public holidays in China

      Post and Mail

      Postal services in China

      Common Scams

      Common scams that target tourists in China

      Safety in China

      Advice on staying safe while traveling in China

      Money Issues

      Advice on money issues

      Phone Services

      Calls from China and using mobile phones

      Power and Sockets

      Power supply and sockets used in China

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