China Travel Tips & Experiences
In this episode, we take you on an epic 10-day adventure through China, one of the most fascinating and culturally rich countries in the world. From the bustling streets of Beijing, the ancient wonders of Xi’an, to the modern skyline of Shanghai, we share everything about our journey—what surprised us, what we loved, and why doing a guided tour of China was one of the best travel decisions we’ve made.We also dive into helpful travel tips like navigating the language barrier, what to expect from Chinese bathrooms (yes, the squatty potties are real), whether you need a VPN, and of course… the incredible food!Whether China is on your bucket list or you're just curious, this episode is full of laughs, lessons, and plenty of travel inspiration.Where we went in China:Beijing: China's vibrant capital, famous for ancient history and modern marvelsXi'an: The historical heart of China, home of the world-famous Terracotta ArmyShanghai: A futuristic city with towering skyscrapers, neon lights, and bustling marketsBeijing Highlights Include:Visiting and walking on the iconic Great Wall of ChinaVisiting the Forbidden City (Imperial Palace)Exploring Tiananmen SquareSeeing adorable Giant Pandas in person at the Beijing ZooIndulging in a Peking Duck feastSavoring local dishes hand-picked by our guide at hidden local restaurantsHighlights of Xi'an Include:Seeing the jaw-dropping Terracotta Warriors, a UNESCO World Heritage SiteFeasting at a dumpling banquet dinnerExploring an outdoor cultural park to learn more about ancient traditions Highlights of Shanghai Include:Cruising the Bund River at night, soaking in the skyline views lit up in neonWatching an epic Chinese acrobat showBargain hunting at the fake designer marketsVisiting Shanghai DisneylandWe experienced China on a guided tour, and all our hotels were included. However, if you plan to visit China on your own, to make your travel planning easier, we have included links for hotel searches in Beijing, Xi'an and Shanghai. To further help you plan, be sure to check out additional activities, tours and things to do via Viator in Beijing, Xi'an and Shanghai.If you're looking for a flight deals to China, or anywhere else, we recommend signing up for Thrifty Traveler Premium to get daily flight deals (points & cash) emailed directly to you!Since this is an international trip, make sure you can stay connected and access internet and data on the cheap with Airalo. Airalo is an E-Sim instant download that allows you to avoid the high costs of accessing internet and data with your home country cell provider while traveling internationally. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------Shop: Trip Itineraries & Amazon Storefront Connect: YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram and contact us at travelsquadpodcast@gmail.com to submit a question of the week or inquire about guest interviews and advertising
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We’re the Travel Squad - Jamal, Brittanie, Kim & Zeina - four friends that grew up in the same small town together, moved to San Diego, and started traveling the world as a squad - one passport stamp at a time! In this podcast we recap our international vacations, tell stories from road trips, and show you how to make weekend getaways possible. All while providing travel tips, hacks, and travel advice to our listeners. Follow us on Instagram @travelsquadpodcast See more at travelsquadpodcast.com For PR inquiries or to ask us your travel questions email us at travelsquadpodcast@gmail.com
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