Planning my first trip to China in the next few months. I've read through a lot of the older threads but wanted to check if the info is still current.
My main questions:
- Best area to stay for easy access to the scene?
- Realistic daily budget?
- Any areas to avoid?
- How welcoming are the locals to foreign visitors?
I'm coming from the UK and have experience in Southeast Asia but this would be my first time in China.
Thanks for any help!
Uber/transport in China
Started by HalifaxHarry · 21 Mar 2026 · 1501 views
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Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.
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I was there in January and prices were great value.
Spent about $137/day all-in. Quality was excellent.
My tip: go early evening for best selection.
Spent about $137/day all-in. Quality was excellent.
My tip: go early evening for best selection.
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What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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22 Mar 2026 at 01:19
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience there last month.
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Adding my experience from 3 weeks ago.
The scene has improved since pre-COVID. Biggest change: prices up 20%.
The scene has improved since pre-COVID. Biggest change: prices up 20%.
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22 Mar 2026 at 04:36
I'd rate it similarly. Solid 8/10 destination.
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Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.
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22 Mar 2026 at 13:01
+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Great destination.
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How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Great destination.
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23 Mar 2026 at 00:10
Did you feel safe walking around at night?
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100% agree. The quality is hard to beat.
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Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.
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I'd rate it similarly. Solid 8/10 destination.
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Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.
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23 Mar 2026 at 15:45
This is outdated info IMO. Things have changed since the new laws came in. Current prices are about the same than what's described here.
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24 Mar 2026 at 00:11
Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.
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Agreed on all points. Make sure to bring small bills.
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