How to Navigate China’s Paperless Train Ticketing System

Train stations across China are phasing out paper tickets. Here’s a comprehensive guide on how foreigners can navigate the e-ticket system.

by Bridget O'Donnell, 03 December 2019

International Airlines Look to Resume Flights to China

International carriers are planning to resume routes to China next month.

by Rakini Bergundy, 19 May 2020

China, Here Are Your 2016 Public Holidays

Time to book those Spring Festival tickets.

by Bridget O'Donnell, 14 December 2015

New Beijing to Shanghai High-Speed Trains Feature Super Comfy Beds

Traveling between Beijing and Shanghai just got a whole lot better.

by Justine Lopez, 05 July 2017

Meet the Beijing-Based Expat Living as a COVID-19 Refugee in Tonga

Zoe Stephens has been stuck in Tonga since March, shortly after the World Health Organization declared COVID-19 a pandemic.

by Zoe Stephens, 08 June 2020

International Travelers Can Now Use Alipay in China. Here's How...

Here's a short and simple guide to setting up your Alipay Tour Pass.

by Ryan Gandolfo, 06 November 2019

16 Must-Visit Destinations in Asia Pacific

We've got something for every kind of traveler.

by Matthew Bossons, 10 July 2019

Explainer: Why Flights are Always Delayed in China

Hint: it's usually not the airlines' fault.

by Rachel Deason, 21 February 2017

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