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Arrive in China with someone who already knows the way.
China is wonderfully easy to travel in once you have the right apps, addresses and expectations. It's the first 48 hours that are hard. I handle those — and stay reachable for the rest of your trip.
Quick answer: Travel support here means one real person in Shanghai who turns your plans into a workable itinerary, prepares Chinese-language addresses, local apps and payment options before you fly, coordinates airport pickup and check-in, and stays reachable in English by WhatsApp while you are in China. You book and pay the actual providers yourself; I quote a fixed planning and coordination fee in writing. This is not a packaged tour and not a visa service.
What can I arrange for a trip to China?
You tell me the trip you want; I turn it into something that actually works on the ground. Everything is agreed in writing, and you always book and pay the real providers yourself.
- Before you flyA realistic itinerary, written addresses in Chinese for taxi drivers, app and payment setup, SIM / eSIM options, and a checklist of what to bring.
- Arrival dayAirport pickup coordination, a meeting point that actually exists, hotel check-in help and your first meal sorted out.
- Getting aroundHigh-speed rail and domestic flight booking guidance, metro and ride-hailing setup, and day trips that don't waste half your day in traffic.
- Everyday problem-solvingTranslation at a counter, a restaurant booking, replacing a lost item, or simply "where do I pay this?" — over WhatsApp, in English.
How does planning a China trip work, step by step?
You send the outline
Dates, city, number of people, and anything you already have booked.
I send a plan + quote
A written scope, a fixed price, and the parts I'd leave to a licensed operator.
We prepare
Chinese addresses, app setup, tickets, and a printed fallback sheet for day one.
You travel, I'm on call
Message me whenever something doesn't match the plan.
What is not included in China travel support?
Being clear about the edges is part of the service:
- No packaged tours, no group tours, no reselling of attraction tickets
- No visa or entry-permit decisions — those belong to you and the authorities
- No medical advice or hospital referral for a fee (see medical visit support)
- No 24/7 emergency response; for emergencies call 110 (police) or 120 (ambulance)
- No hidden mark-ups on hotels, transport or entrance fees
Straight answer on price: I charge a fixed fee for my planning and coordination time, quoted before you commit. Third-party costs are paid by you directly to the provider. I don't take commissions from hotels, drivers or shops.
Common questions about travelling in China
Can you meet me at the airport in person?
In Shanghai, yes — that's included in arrival-day support. In other cities I arrange a vetted local driver and stay in touch by WhatsApp from your landing to your check-in.
Do I need to set up Chinese payment apps before I arrive?
It helps a lot. I'll send a short, current setup guide for Alipay / WeChat Pay with international cards, plus a card-and-cash fallback plan. Rules change, so I verify the steps close to your travel date.
What if I only need help for one day?
That's fine. Many visitors book just an arrival day or one tricky transfer. Say so in your message and I'll quote that scope only.
Which apps should I set up before arriving in China?
At minimum a payment app (Alipay or WeChat Pay linked to an international card), a maps app that works locally, and a ride-hailing app, plus a translation app and a roaming or eSIM data plan. I send a current setup guide and a fallback sheet with your hotel and key addresses written in Chinese. Because access rules and app features change, I verify the steps close to your travel date.
Do I need a visa for a short stopover in China?
It depends on your nationality, your route and the port of entry. China operates visa-free transit arrangements for some travellers, and the eligible ports, stay lengths and nationalities change over time. Check the current rules with the Chinese embassy or consulate or the National Immigration Administration before booking. I can help you organise documents and understand the process, but I do not decide eligibility or issue invitations.
Can you help in cities other than Shanghai?
Yes, within limits. I am based in Shanghai and work with a small network of interpreters and local contacts in a few other cities on request. For other cities I can still plan, prepare documents and coordinate remotely, and I will tell you honestly where in-person help is not available.
Start with one message.
No forms to fill in beyond your name, dates and what you need. I'll take it from there.
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