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A guide for overseas tourists entering China: a must-have internet card

AddDate: 2025-08-04 Author: Talk2all Hits:

As China's visa-free transit policy continues to improve, more and more foreign tourists are packing their bags, preparing to travel to or already visiting China. From mouth-watering street food to breathtaking natural scenery, China is like a treasure waiting to be discovered.

But facing an unfamiliar language, a complex transportation network, and tedious itinerary planning... will your travel experience be significantly diminished?

Don’t worry!Today, we recommend some essential tools for traveling to China.Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a seasoned traveler, these tools can help you travel around China like a local.Come check it out!


Essential Apps for Traveling in China

1. Payment: AliPay/WeChat. These are accepted almost everywhere, and scanning QR codes for payment is super convenient. It's recommended to bring a bank card (UnionPay) that supports international payments for easy linking.

2. Navigation: AutoNavi Maps/Baidu Maps. These are commonly used mapping tools in China, with English options available. They're similar to Google Maps, but AutoNavi/Baidu are more accurate in China, and you can also hail taxis.

3. Accommodation: Ctrip/Trip. They're similar, with the only difference being the Chinese and international versions. The Chinese version requires you to select the option that allows foreign guests before filtering, but Trip offers all the hotels and B&Bs you can stay in, so you can book with confidence.

4. Travel: Meituan/Dianping. Essential apps for food group buying and attraction ticket booking, covering everything from food and entertainment. Check the user reviews and ratings to avoid disappointment.


Essential internet access for your trip to China

Eat, drink, stay, and travel—get set off now! Hold on! Without internet, all the great apps are useless! Whether you're traveling to China for business or pleasure, the TalkTiko card will make your trip to China seamless!

1. Wide Coverage: We offer Greater China and China, Hong Kong, and Macau packages, covering mainland China, Hong Kong, and Macau, allowing you to explore the beauty of China to your heart's content!

2. Cost-Effective: Connect to local Chinese carrier networks for as low as $0.76/day, with 5G speeds and stable signal for instant downloads of photos, vlogs, and videos!

3. Flexible Plans: From 1 to 30 days, from 500MB to 10GB, you can choose from a variety of plans to avoid underpayment or waste, eliminating the need to be tied down by a contract!

4. Convenient Management: No real-name authentication required, purchase and use instantly, with online access and recharge options available. Even if you need to extend your stay in China for a few days, you don't have to worry about disconnections!

5. Supports Internet Access: Access popular international apps like Google, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube, allowing you to stay connected with friends and family even from afar! 

6. SMS Receiving: TalkTiko cards support receiving verification codes via SMS. Even without a Chinese phone number, you can quickly register for the China app and enjoy convenient service like a local!

This practical guide concludes here.

See you next time!