In winter 2024, I visited China after a long absence, embarking on a journey from Xiamen in Fujian Province to the Yongding Tulou Cluster and Gulangyu Island. Throughout this process, I acutely felt an unexpectedly large gap between China’s digitalized transportation system and myself as a foreign traveler. In this article, I’d like to share … Continue reading Post-COVID China Travel #1: Why Just Taking a Train or Ferry Can Be Surprisingly Challenging – Tips for Getting Around After Visa Restrictions Were Lifted