Local tips for traveling in China

I help first-time travelers navigate China
with confidence.

Practical, up-to-date tips from a local perspective to help you travel China independently.

I PROVIDE SUPPORT FOR YOUR CHINA TRIP

Tailored Travel Support

Help based on your needs, such as restaurant options, basic Madarin learning, or specific travel questions.

Complete China Travel Guide

Clear, up-to-date PDF covering everything you need to prepare for your trip.

Personalized Trip Planning

Get one-on-one help to plan your trip, from itinerary ideas to apps, transport, and practical details.

Everything I help you with

Planning a trip to China can feel like a lot.

Let me help to cover all the important topics

Payments

Cash isn’t widely used, and setting up Alipay or WeChat Pay is often necessary.

Getting Around

Trains, metros, and taxis are easy to use once you know the right tools and steps.

Internet Access

A VPN on your devide is often needed to access your usual apps and websites.

Communication

Talking to locals often requires translation tools or basic Chinese speaking.

Local Apps

From food delivery to tickets, Chinese apps make exploring easier and more fun.

Everyday Things

Helpful tips on topics like avoiding scams, handling emergencies
and culture.

A bit about me

It started with helping friends plan their first trips to China.

Hi, I’m Shu, originally from China and now living in Europe.

Through helping my friends plan their trips to my home country, I’ve learned what really matters when preparing the first trip to China.

Now I share practical, up-to-date tips to help you plan your trip with confidence. Let’s plan a trip you’ll truly enjoy！

How it Works

Not a travel agent. Not a guided tour.
Just like a friend showing you the best of China.

01

Tell me about your trip

Let me know your trip dates, interests, and any concerns through a short questionnaire, or simply tell me what you need help with.

02

We Start Communication

Choose your preferred way to communicate: email or video call. I’ll guide your route, answer your questions, and share insights from local sources.

03 You go with clarity

You’ll know what to book, which apps to set up, and where to go, so everything feels clear before you land.

Digital guides

Prefer to plan on your own? This guide can help.

Start with the free guide, or go deeper with the full version.
Practical, up-to-date information covering everything you need to prepare your trip.

Free Guide PDF

€ 0,00

Complete Toolkit E-Book

€ 19,95

blogs

Latest blog posts

Based on real insights from Chinese sources, not just AI summaries.

Essential apps for traveling in China (what locals actually use)

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Why not just use AI to plan your China trip?

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From real travelers

Happy travelers I’ve helped

"Shu helped me plan a really good route across different parts of China. I had no idea where to start, but everything felt much more logical and manageable after her advice."

Lara K

3 weeks in Bejing, Chengdu & Guilin

"Thanks to Shu, I found restaurants I would never have discovered on my own. It felt much more local and authentic, not like the usual tourist spots."

William J

2 weeks in Shanghai & Guangzhou

"Before talking to Shu, I was quite confused about payments and the train system. She explained everything clearly, and after that, the whole trip felt much easier to handle."

Klaudia W

2 weeks in XI'an, Beijing & Chongqing

Want to talk about your trip?

Leave your trip details in the contact form, and I’ll get back to you within a day so we can see how we might work together.