Travel and Life in China and Europe
Is your first business trip to China just around the corner? If so, there is likely one question weighing on your mind: How do I survive a complicated business dinner in China? You can find plenty of articles online about complex etiquette rules, looming social gaffes, and heavy drinking sessions. But let me reassure you: … Read more
In this article, I want to take you along to some of the best shopping experiences in Beijing. In China, this activity is called 逛街 (guàngjiē), which can be roughly translated as “strolling along the streets.” But shopping malls in Beijing are far more than just buildings filled with stores. They are architectural masterpieces, social … Read more
Are you currently planning your trip to China? Since 2026, there has been a significant change in the entry process. The classic, handwritten paper Arrival Card, which most people used to fill out hectically on the plane, is a thing of the past. In this article, I will show you how to master the new … Read more
Suzhou and its surroundings are well-known for the picturesque water towns of this region. Names like Zhouzhuang or Tongli usually come to mind immediately. These places are beautiful, no question, but you often share the quaint alleys with thousands of other tourists. However, during my travels, I found a place by lucky chance that captured … Read more
How strict are the checks when entering China really? What’s the deal with the new digital Arrival Card? In this article, I’ll show you step-by-step what the immigration procedure at an airport in China looks like in 2026. First things first: It’s not as daunting as it sounds! The Digital Arrival Card: Preparation is Everything … Read more
In this guide, I want to give you all the support you need in planning your independent travel to Suzhou. I’ll provide an overview of the most important facts you should know about Suzhou before your journey and link all the other essential information for the detailed planning of your independent travel. Let’s dive into … Read more
Shanghai is an incredibly modern and progressive metropolis. For me, the heart of China’s pop culture and innovation beats right here, making Shanghai the New York of the 21st century. If you are planning a trip to China, you simply cannot miss this city at the mouth of the Yangtze River. In this article, I … Read more
If you are planning your first trip to China, the topic of transportation often presents a challenge. I can reassure you: train riding in China is incredibly comfortable, efficient, and often even faster than a flight—if you know how it works. Taking the train in China is significantly different from what we are used to … Read more
The Mogao Caves (莫高窟, Mògāokū) in Dunhuang left a deep impression on me. This site is the result of a thousand-year history, yet it hardly appears on the tourist map of many individual travelers. In few other places can you experience the history and significance of the Silk Road as directly as here. Today, I … Read more
Are you ready for a city that challenges all your senses simultaneously? Chongqing is no ordinary place. It’s a vertical labyrinth where trains run through residential buildings, the ground beneath your feet is suddenly the roof of a skyscraper, and the scent of fiery chili hangs in every alley. This megacity is so delightfully unconventional, … Read more