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144 Hours (or 72 Hours) China Visa Free Travel Permit – The Complete Guide

228 Comments / Travel around China, Visas / By Sapore di Cina / 10 minutes of reading

Pudong International Airport, Shanghai Starting January 8, 2023, China has resumed its visa-free policy, allowing eligible individuals to travel without a visa. A negative PCR test taken within 48 hours before departure is required, but no quarantine is necessary upon arrival. If you have a layover in one of the Chinese airports while traveling in […]

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Flights to China and Domestic Flights in China: Offers and Tips

5 Comments / Travel around China / By Sapore di Cina / 10 minutes of reading

Click here if you want to jump directly to the comparison of some popular flight comparison websites! Table of contents General advice for finding cheap flights How to find the cheapest domestic flights in China How to find the cheapest international flights to get to China Problems with price comparison websites. Comparison of popular platforms

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Moving to Thailand: The complete guide

1 Comment / Thailand / By Stefania Battaglia / 14 minutes of reading

Moving to live and work in Thailand if you’ve never been to the country before or if you’ve never had such a radical change is a choice that requires ample bureaucratic preparation, but that’s not all! In this article I will describe the necessary steps before leaving, so that you can arrive prepared and without

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Where to Study Chinese in Beijing – Best Private Schools and Universities

14 Comments / Learn Chinese / By Sergi Portolés / 8 minutes of reading

Table of Contents The pros of studying Mandarin Chinese in Beijing The cons of studying Mandarin Chinese in Beijing Private Schools in Beijing Universities for studying Chinese in Beijing Free quotation request Click here to get up to 5 free quotations to study Chinese in Beijing! If you’re interested in a more general overview, you

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Best Schools and Universities to Study Chinese in Shanghai

17 Comments / Learn Chinese / By Sergi Portolés / 7 minutes of reading

Fudan University Table of Contents The cons of studying Mandarin in Shanghai The pros of studying Mandarin in Shanghai Best schools to study Chinese in Shanghai Universities for studying Chinese in Shanghai Free quotation request Are you interested in studying Chinese in China but not sure where to start? Check out our comprehensive guide on

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Studying Chinese in Suzhou: A Complete Guide

Leave a Comment / Learn Chinese / By Sergi Portolés / 7 minutes of reading

Table of Contents The pros of studying Mandarin in Suzhou The cons of studying Mandarin in Suzhou Private schools in Suzhou The best universities for studying Chinese in Suzhou Free quotation request Suzhou is known for its beautiful classical gardens, ancient water towns, and rich cultural heritage. It is also a popular destination for studying

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Study Chinese in Kunming – Best Private Schools and Universities

21 Comments / Learn Chinese / By Luna Zhou / 5 minutes of reading

Table of contents The pros of studying Mandarin in Kunming The cons of studying Mandarin in Kunming Private schools in Kunming Universities for studying Chinese in Kunming Free quotation request Kunming, the capital of China’s province of Yunnan, is a great destination for those interested in learning Mandarin. With a rich cultural heritage and stunning

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Study Vietnamese in Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City): Best Schools and Universities

Leave a Comment / Vietnam / By Sergi Portolés / 4 minutes of reading

Table of contents The pros of studying Vietnamese in Saigon The cons of studying Vietnamese in Saigon Best private schools for studying Vietnamese in Saigon Universities for studying Vietnamese in Saigon Free quotation request From day to night, Saigon is an adventure like few other cities. From old colonial alleyways to communist towers and hyper-modern

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Online Chinese Lessons: Best Platforms and Schools

8 Comments / Learn Chinese / By Sergi Portolés / 7 minutes of reading

Table of Contents The best schools in China with online lessons The best platforms for 1 on 1 online Chinese lessons Who do we recommend online Chinese lessons for How to make the most of online Chinese classes How to choose a good online course Free quotation request Click here to get up to 5

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Study Chinese in Guilin and Yangshuo: Best Schools and Universities

5 Comments / Learn Chinese / By Luna Zhou / 6 minutes of reading

Guilin and Yangshuo, located in the Guangxi province, are popular destinations for those seeking to study Chinese in China. However, if you’re interested in a more general overview of studying Chinese in China, you can read this article. Click here to get up to 5 free quotations to study Chinese in Guilin and Yangshuo! Table

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Best Free VPNs for China – Everything You Need to Know

4 Comments / Internet and Technology / By Sergi Portolés / 14 minutes of reading

PrivadoVPN Windscribe TunnelBear Reasons to avoid most of free VPN At the present moment, you can find several free VPNs on the market. However, most of them have very low performance and/or can be a serious risk to your device’s security. Here you will find some of the few free VPNs that normally work in

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Review of Hide My Ass, an Easy-to-Use VPN with a Large Servers Count

Leave a Comment / Internet and Technology / By Sergi Portolés / 3 minutes of reading

Hide My Ass is one of the oldest VPN providers and used to be very popular. However, over the past years, new providers with better services have appeared, reducing its popularity among users. In any event, Hide My Ass continues to be a VPN to keep in mind due to its ease of use, high

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Traveling to Thailand: Tips and Resources for a Safe Trip

Leave a Comment / Thailand / By Sapore di Cina / 16 minutes of reading

Travel to Thailand Guide – Index Requirements for entering Thailand Visas for Thailand Tour operator or independent travel? Travel insurance for Thailand Vaccines and medicines Hotels and hostels in Thailand Getting to Thailand (by air or land) Internet and telephone Money, ATMs and credit cards Internal flights, trains, buses, boats and taxis in Thailand Where

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Travel Insurance for Thailand – Tips and Recommended Insurance

3 Comments / Thailand / By Sergi Portolés / 8 minutes of reading

Why do I need health insurance when traveling in Thailand? The healthcare system in Thailand Hospitals in Thailand What insurance policy do we recommend? What should a good health insurance policy cover? IMPORTANT: Currently, travelers are NOT required to possess health or travel insurance to enter Thailand What travel insurance do we recommend for Thailand?

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How to Book a Hotel (or Hostel) in Thailand

2 Comments / Hotels in Asia, Thailand / By Sapore di Cina / 6 minutes of reading

Which portal is best for booking a hotel in Thailand? Internet connection Where to book your hotel Are hotels in Thailand safe? The best hotels in the major cities Frequently asked questions Which portal is best for booking a hotel in Thailand? Despite the fact that there are lots of online portals for booking a

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Work Visa for Singapore – The Complete Guide

Leave a Comment / Singapore / By Sergi Portolés / 8 minutes of reading

What is a Singapore Work Visa How to apply for A Singapore Work Visa What are the types of Singapore Work Visas General Visa requirements How much does a Singapore Work Visa cost How to reduce the chances of getting rejected when applying for a Work Visa in Singapore What is a Singapore Work Visa

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How to Get a Visa for Singapore – The Complete Guide

2 Comments / Singapore, Visas / By Sergi Portolés / 9 minutes of reading

How to Get a Visa for Singapore – Index Do I need a visa to Singapore? How long does it take to process a Singapore visa? How much does a Singapore visa cost? What are the different types of Singapore visas? Where can I get a Singapore visa? What are the documents required for a

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Internet in China: Prices and Companies for your House and Cellphone

88 Comments / Internet and Technology / By Sergi Portolés / 12 minutes of reading

Getting Internet access in China is easier than it may seem, but there is important information that you should know. The purpose of this article is to help you choose the best company for your home or phone. In the end, you will find a section on travelers. Basic information on the Internet in China

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Review of Yoyo Chinese: Learn to Speak Chinese Practically and Interactively

3 Comments / Learn Chinese / By Luna Zhou / 7 minutes of reading

This article is an exhaustive review of Yoyo Chinese, a popular online platform for learning Chinese interactively. What is Yoyo Chinese? Description of Yoyo Chinese courses Other features of Yoyo Chinese Who is Yoyo Chinese recommended for? How much does Yoyo Chinese cost and what plan do I recommend? What I like the most What

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Chinese Courses: A Review of the Best Learning Programs and Tools

32 Comments / Learn Chinese / By Sapore di Cina / 12 minutes of reading

Podcasts and Videos Writing and reading Chinese characters HSK Courses Grammar Books Multimedia Chinese Courses Chinese Lessons via Video Conference Mejores herramientas para aprender chino Skritter: One of the best tools for learning to write Chinese. %10% discount with the coupon code SDC3952 FluentU: One of the best platforms to learn Chinese with videos. %14

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