I am travelling to China from Canada in the near future. I have hundreds of questions and concerns but mostly just need reassurance that I'm not forgetting anything. Bonus, what should I do for carry-on? [more inside]
posted by sarae around China at 2:18 PM - 19 answers

I'm from the U.S. and I've been invited to an academic conference on "Religion in Modern Society" at a university in PRC. I need a visa. [more inside]
posted by reverend cuttle around China at 11:23 AM - 8 answers

I have a free day in Beijing in March and am looking for recommendations for a guided tour. Can you help? [more inside]
posted by handful of rain around Beijing, China at 12:59 PM - 4 answers

Going to Shanghai for the first time for three weeks in Jan/Feb. Where should I go/eat/do? [more inside]
posted by bluelight around Shanghai, China at 2:21 PM - 7 answers

Where can I sleep, at Beijing Airport (or near by), during the day, with my two kids, without breaking the bank? [more inside]
posted by YukonQuirm around Beijing, China at 8:52 PM - 7 answers

How can I become expert at distinguishing a person's home province in China, based on their speech patterns (accent)? [more inside]
posted by crawltopslow around China at 4:12 AM - 7 answers

What is there to do in Urumqi in the next few days on a restricted budget and with limited local language skills? [more inside]
posted by Quinbus Flestrin around Wulumuqi, China at 1:53 PM - 4 answers

I am traveling to China on July 17th to teach English to academics, having been invited by a college there. I'm applying for a Business F visa. Co-travelers have successfully received their visas through consulate X. Consulate Y is telling our agency that we need two letters, but the requirements for an "F" visa clearly state that one will suffice. It gets worse. [more inside]
posted by mecran01 around China at 4:14 PM - 13 answers

I may be going to Shanghai for a couple of weeks later this year. I do not speak the language, my partner has food allergies. What preparations can I make? [more inside]
posted by epo around Shanghai, China at 6:22 AM - 6 answers

I'm going to China for a year to teach English. Any advice? [more inside]
posted by Rinku around Guangzhou, China at 8:51 PM - 12 answers

Canadian getting China travel visa abroad? [more inside]
posted by grak88 around China at 9:28 AM - 7 answers

I'm going to be in Shenzhen for five days week after next, Monday-Friday. Travelling with my husband who will be working on the Wednesday and Thursday. What should we see and do, and what tips do you have for a culturally ignorant foreign female exploring Shenzhen solo?
posted by tracicle around Shenzhen, China at 9:41 PM - 4 answers

Help with planning a backpacking trip covering Asia->SE Asia. Details inside. [more inside]
posted by melizabeth around China at 9:37 AM - 10 answers

Shanghai'd - Heading back to China and want hear about your fav spots. [more inside]
posted by Dr.James.Orin.Incandenza around Shanghai, China at 6:06 AM - 4 answers

English-speaking, good, therapists/counsellors in Beijing? [more inside]
posted by smoke around Beijing, China at 9:02 PM - 2 answers

How do I buy train tickets for the new high speed train between Shanghai and Beijing? Have you taken the train? Tips? [more inside]
posted by meerkatty around China at 8:32 AM - 4 answers

Recommendations for a trip to Tibet and/or Nepal? [more inside]
posted by melizabeth around Lhasa, China at 7:52 PM - 7 answers

Half a day in Shenzhen? [more inside]
posted by Guernsey Halleck around Shenzhen, China at 3:33 PM - 5 answers

Three Americans going to China for vacation - how to get around and have a good time? Good idea to travel without a tour guide? Any advice on traveling in Beijing or Shanghai are welcome! [more inside]
posted by vocpanda around China at 8:09 AM - 11 answers

What is the best way to ship an iPhone from the US to China? [more inside]
posted by jef around China at 9:53 PM - 7 answers