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Beware of pickpockets and cellphone snatchers
Don't show your money around because you might attract robbers and pickpockets. Be extra careful in markets and other crowded areas as there are plenty of pickpockets around. There are also lots of cellphone...Read full tip...
Teaching English in China for Non-native Speakers
Remember that China is not a country that believes in equal opportunities so even if you have complete documents and qualifications, and even if English is your second tongue and you're good at it, you...Read full tip...
Be careful when crossing the streets in China
Motorists or motorcycle riders in China are still allowed to run even on a red light, so you should not be totally complacent when crossing a street. Look in all directions first and see if there are...Read full tip...
Do not give in to beggars
Take note that there are so many beggars in China, especially in the train stations and in major tourist spots and cities such as Beijing, Shanghai, Hong Kong and Shenzhen. If a beggar approaches you...Read full tip...
DVDs and other media banned in China
If you don't want to be delayed in your travels, avoid bringing DVDs, magazines and other media and publications supporting Taiwan and Tibetan independence and the Dalai Lama. If you are bringing a Hollywood...Read full tip...
Do not bring religious items in China
Do not bring English Bibles, rosaries, and other religious books and items in China as these are banned. If you really have to bring a religious publication, make sure it's in your native tongue (if you're...Read full tip...
Historical books banned in China
Even some historical books written by Chinese authors (and Chinese Nobel Prize winners) are banned in China so if you want to learn something about Chinese history, do your readings at home, before or...Read full tip...
Never bring items about China or Mao
Do not bring anything (books, items, figures, T-shirts, etc.) that has Mao Zedong's name, face, print, etc. as the Chinese government might see this as an insult to Mao. Bringing anything that has a mark...Read full tip...
Beware of fake ticket vendors
Beware of fake ticket vendors when visiting Huanghua. These vendors might hassle you to buy tickets before letting you pass. Take note that these vendors are unofficial as the government still has not...Read full tip...
On hiring cars and drivers
It’s better to hire a car and a driver from your hotel than just negotiating with any random taxi driver on the street, even if the driver turns out to be friendly. The drivers not from your hotel...Read full tip...
Tianenmen Square scams
Be careful in Tiananmen Square as scams are very common here. A typical type of scam is when a local invites you to join a Chinese tea ceremony. At first, the local may tell you that it’s for free...Read full tip...
Beware of free art gallery tours
You may be invited by a local to go on a “free” visit of an art gallery. Be cautious that this “art gallery” might be nothing but a shabby art shop with tacky, substandard, or...Read full tip...
Touting is illegal in China
Touting is illegal in China, so if a hawker continues to bother you or even threaten you, tell him or her that you will go to the police if he or she continues to follow you around. This usually works...Read full tip...
Be cautious when talking to a local
If you are in tourist areas, be cautious of locals approaching you and trying to strike a conversation in English. This may be just a confidence game and lead to a scam. Never allow a local to bring...Read full tip...