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Short, focused articles from the same people writing the guide. Always free, always written by someone who actually lives here.
Why your credit card doesn't work in China, and the 10-minute fix.
Your Visa is decoration and your dollars are souvenirs. Link your card to Alipay at home, and you can pay for noodles the moment you land.
WeChat Pay vs Alipay: which one do you actually need?
Short answer for visitors: start with Alipay, add WeChat if you'll be with Chinese friends. Here's why.
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