1. Don’t drink tap water. Don’t buy bottle water from street vendors Bring “new” US dollar bills You may change RMB at hotel or bank. Bank may give better rate. When you buy goods at the store, make sure they pack the one that you select. Traffic lights are only for reference, watch out for cars. Lady and man rooms may not be as clean as here. Take a deep breath before you go in. Go to bathroom before you leave the hotel. Bring an extra foldable luggage/bag. Make sure that your airline ticket name and password name are the same. Voltage in China is 220V instead of 110V. Go to Fry’s to get a converter if you wish. Bring medication for Diarrhea or common colds. Don’t catch cold or flu before you go.

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