How to Travel in China

A Quick-Guide to Help You: Get Your Visa, Create Your Itinerary, Overcome the Language Barrier & Travel Safely

In 2013 I spent two months traveling alone in China. I visited 22 locations (both big cities and rural villages), traveling by bus, by train, and by plane. In case you're wondering, I can't speak Mandarin.

The language barrier and the cultural differences might seem like tough obstacles to overcome. However, traveling in China is not hard. If you have a positive attitude and you are willing to plan ahead, you'll get along fine.

In this short book I share the practical lessons that I learned. This information will save you time when planning your trip, and help you travel safely and confidently.

This is not a comprehensive guidebook or a travel memoir. There are no pictures or long lists of Chinese words to learn. It contains pragmatic advice that will help you:

- Get a visa.
- Create an itinerary.
- Overcome the language barrier.
- Use public transport.

There are also tips on safety, local habits, and food.

Eight topics are covered:

1. What's China Like?
2. Is China Safe?
3. How to Get Your Visa
4. How to Plan Your Itinerary
5. Why You Should Stay in a Hostel
6. How to Overcome the Language Barrier
7. How to Use Public Transport
8. Food, Water, and Chopsticks

If you are thinking of traveling in China, you will find this guide helpful.

P.S.

The Introduction includes a short overview of each of the eight topics - for more information, please download a sample or click on the "Look Inside" feature.

About the Author

Silas is a solo traveler. He has traveled in Asia, South America, Europe, and in New Zealand.