Travel China Cheaper https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/ Travel China the smart way! Expert tips and travel advice for China tourists and expats. Sat, 28 Feb 2026 13:09:13 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/wp-content/uploads/favicon.ico Travel China Cheaper https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/ 32 32 What Apps Are Banned in China? A List for March 2026 https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/index-blocked-websites-in-china Sun, 01 Mar 2026 14:30:00 +0000 https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/?p=8890 What websites are blocked in China in 2026 (March Update) This is a question that gets asked a lot, particularly among people who are planning to travel or move to China. It helps knowing what to expect, which is why I’d like to give you a comprehensive (and constantly updated) list of blocked websites in […]

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]]> Is it Legal to Use a VPN in China in 2026? (surprising answer) https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/is-it-legal-to-use-a-vpn-in-china Sun, 01 Mar 2026 14:30:00 +0000 https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/?p=8043 One of the most common questions I receive about VPNs (or “Virtual Private Network”) is this: Is it legal to use a VPN in China in 2026? Since China censors the internet using the “Great Firewall of China” to keep people inside the country from accessing different websites like Facebook, Twitter, Google, Gmail, etc., it’s no wonder the […]

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]]> Best VPN for China in 2026 (+ my strategy to use them) https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/best-vpn-for-china Sun, 01 Mar 2026 14:30:00 +0000 https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/?p=366 What is the best VPN for China in 2026? That’s a loaded question that often gets met with simple answers from people who have never even lived in China. While there are plenty of options to choose from, I’m aiming to not only let you know what works, but also my exact strategy for how […]

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]]> How to Use Google Maps in China in 2026 (+ the Best Alternatives) https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/use-google-maps-in-china-alternatives https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/use-google-maps-in-china-alternatives#comments Thu, 05 Feb 2026 21:30:00 +0000 https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/?p=10199 Is it possible to use Google Maps in China in 2026 to navigate while traveling? Although all Google products are currently blocked within the country (including Gmail, YouTube, and search), there are still some creative ways to use Google Maps in China. There are also plenty of alternative map apps from which to choose. In […]

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]]> https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/access-whatsapp-in-china/feed 19 How to Access Google in China in 2026 (+ ALL Google Services) https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/how-to-access-google-in-china-and-all-the-google-services https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/how-to-access-google-in-china-and-all-the-google-services#comments Thu, 05 Feb 2026 14:30:00 +0000 https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/?p=10295 Is it possible to access Google in China in 2026? Even though Google has been blocked in China since early 2011, I still remain a regular user of all Google services, so I can tell you from experience that it’s entirely possible…as long as you’re prepared. Here’s a quick explanation of what you need to […]

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]]> https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/how-to-access-google-in-china-and-all-the-google-services/feed 11 How to Access Facebook in China (updated for new 2026 changes) https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/how-to-access-facebook-in-china https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/how-to-access-facebook-in-china#comments Wed, 04 Feb 2026 21:30:00 +0000 https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/?p=8065 Is it possible to access Facebook in China in 2026? Most people are aware that China censors the internet and blocks a number of different websites including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Gmail and more. There are ways to access Facebook in China, though, and it’s likely a lot easier than you first thought. While some of […]

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]]> https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/how-to-access-facebook-in-china/feed 4 How to Take a Taxi in China in 2026 (including ride sharing apps) https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/how-to-take-a-taxi-in-china https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/how-to-take-a-taxi-in-china#comments Wed, 04 Feb 2026 17:30:00 +0000 https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/?p=94 Nervous about taking a taxi in China? You don’t have to be! It may seem overwhelming at first – especially if you don’t speak Chinese – but it’s easier than you think. Allow me to walk you through everything you need to know about how to take a taxi in China – plus some excellent […]

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]]> https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/how-to-take-a-taxi-in-china/feed 23 Does Gmail Work in China? How to Access it in 2026 (it’s blocked) https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/how-to-access-gmail-in-china https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/how-to-access-gmail-in-china#comments Wed, 04 Feb 2026 14:30:00 +0000 https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/?p=8803 Yes, it is still possible to access Gmail in China even though Gmail has been blocked since the middle of 2014. This includes pretty much any Google service you can think of. Google Docs, like Gmail, is also blocked in China. You can’t access YouTube in China, Google search, Google Maps, Google Translate and yes…you […]

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]]> https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/how-to-access-gmail-in-china/feed 7 How to Use Dropbox in China 2026 | Guide for Travelers & Expats https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/use-dropbox-in-china https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/use-dropbox-in-china#comments Tue, 03 Feb 2026 21:30:00 +0000 https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/?p=10367 Is Dropbox blocked in China in 2026? The short answer is “yes,” it is. It’s difficult to access Dropbox on both computer and mobile device within China and it has been this way for a few years. However, there are ways to work through these problems in order to use Dropbox in China. Here’s a tutorial […]

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