TRAVELING TO CHINA FOR THE FIRST TIME
Hello, I’m traveling to China for the first time and I’m feeling a bit overwhelmed with everything I’ve heard.
First, I’d really appreciate advice on practical things like payments and apps. I’ve heard that WeChat and Alipay are essential, should I set those up in advance? I mainly use WhatsApp and Instagram, so I’m wondering if I’ll need a VPN to access them, or if using an eSIM like Airalo would be enough. Also, is it easy for foreigners to set up WeChat? Do people still use cash, or is everything fully digital now? Any tips on transportation would also be very helpful.
Second, regarding my trip, I’ll be in Canton from the 15th to the 20th for the fair, and then in Beijing from the 20th to the 23rd. I’d love to visit the Great Wall of China while I’m in Beijing. Do you have any recommendations on the best sections to visit or other must-see things to do in the city?