Pin-this material: exactly what four seasons of China travel demand – curated by our guides who’ve seen every packing fail.
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Pin-this material: exactly what four seasons of China travel demand – curated by our guides who’ve seen every packing fail.
Always Pack
Passport + visa printout · universal adapter (Type A/C/I) · power bank (20,000mAh legal on flights) · VPN installed · Alipay setup · comfy walking shoes (China = steps) · layers · tissues + hand sanitizer (some restrooms) · your meds + doctor’s note.
Season-Specific
Summer (Jun-Aug): breathable everything, umbrella (sun AND rain), deodorant is scarce locally. Winter north (Nov-Mar): serious down jacket, thermal base, heat packs (buy there cheaply), ice-grip shoe covers for Harbin. Tibet year-round: sun protection x2, altitude meds discussed with doctor.
Smart to Have
Pocket tissues · small gifts from home (magic icebreakers) · offline maps downloaded · name card of every hotel in Chinese (we provide) · spare phone battery-case for photography days.
Leave at Home / Buy There
Hair dryer (hotels have) · towels (hotels) · too much cash (ATMs + Alipay) · heavy shampoo (stores everywhere) · formal wear (nobody checks). Buy locally: slippers, umbrellas, cold-weather gear at 1/3 prices.
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