Travel guide

Hi, I’m Sophie Park, a traveler from Korea. As a first-time visitor to China, I’ve been exploring this vast and intriguing country, immersing myself in its culture and beauty. During my trip, I discovered that life in China is highly digitized — from payments to booking transportation, everything revolves around mobile apps. So, I created […]

Hi, I’m Alex Chen, a backpacker and budget-conscious traveler. I love exploring destinations independently while making sure my trips stay affordable and convenient. In this guide, I’ll take you through the best options to get from Shanghai Pudong Airport to the city center, sharing my personal tips for saving money and making the most of […]

Hi, I’m Alex Chen, a Chinese independent traveler who loves exploring lesser-known places across China and around the world on a budget. Over the years, I’ve spent a lot of time figuring out airport transfers, overnight layovers, cheap transportation routes, and practical local travel tips that most tourists never hear about. In this Nanning Wuxu […]

Hi, I’m Alex Chen, a Chinese traveler who loves independent travel and exploring hidden but interesting places around the world. I also enjoy sharing practical ways to travel around China on a budget. In this guide, I’ll walk you through the Nanning Metro system, including subway lines, stations, operating hours, and popular attractions near each […]

Hi, I’m Alex Chen, a Chinese budget traveler who loves independent travel and exploring hidden corners around the world with nothing more than a backpack. Over the years, I’ve also spent a lot of time figuring out how to travel around China more deeply without spending too much money. In this Ningbo Lishe International Airport […]

Hi, I’m Alex Chen, a Chinese budget traveler who loves independent travel across China and beyond. Instead of chasing famous tourist spots, I usually look for smaller cities and hidden places full of local life and character. Over the past few years, I’ve spent a lot of time figuring out how to travel around China […]

Hi, I’m Alex Chen, a Chinese budget traveler who loves independent travel and finding smarter ways to explore China for less. Over the years, I’ve spent a lot of time figuring out how to travel around China more easily and cheaply, from metro systems and mobile payments to airport transfers and local transportation. In this […]

Hi, I’m Alex Chen, a Chinese traveler who loves independent travel and exploring hidden but interesting places around the world. I also enjoy sharing practical ways to travel around China on a budget. In this guide, I’ll walk you through the Tianjin Metro system, including subway lines, stations, operating hours, and popular attractions near each […]

Hi, I’m Alex Chen, a Chinese independent traveler who loves exploring places that sit far beyond the usual tourist trail. Instead of crowded attractions, I prefer destinations that feel raw, local, and real. In this Urumqi Tianshan International Airport guide, I’ll share the most practical tips for first-time travelers in Xinjiang — including how to […]

As an avid independent traveler, I’m Alex Chen—a Chinese adventurer with a passion for exploring remote corners of the world. To me, traveling is not just about discovering the unknown; it’s also about experiencing culture and scenery on a budget. In this article, I’ll guide you through the Guangzhou Metro system, highlighting must-visit attractions along […]

Hi, I’m Alex Chen, a Chinese traveler who loves independent travel and exploring hidden but interesting places around the world. I also enjoy sharing practical ways to travel around China on a budget. In this guide, I’ll walk you through the Hohhot Metro system, including subway lines, stations, operating hours, and popular attractions near each […]

Hi, I’m Alex Chen, a Chinese traveler who loves independent travel and exploring hidden but interesting places around the world. I also enjoy sharing practical ways to travel around China on a budget. In this guide, I’ll walk you through the Urumqi Metro system, including subway lines, stations, operating hours, and popular attractions near each […]

Hi, I’m Alex Chen, a Chinese traveler who loves independent travel and exploring hidden but interesting places around the world. I also enjoy sharing practical ways to travel around China on a budget. In this guide, I’ll walk you through the Shijiazhuang Metro system, including subway lines, stations, operating hours, and popular attractions near each […]

Hi, I’m Alex Chen, a Chinese traveler who loves independent travel and exploring hidden but interesting places around the world. I also enjoy sharing practical ways to travel around China on a budget. In this guide, I’ll walk you through the Wuhan Metro system, including subway lines, station information, operating hours, and popular attractions near […]