Xiamen Fujian, China Travel Guide
Main messaging, social media, and dominant mobile payment app.
Another major mobile payment app, for online shopping and transactions.
Dominant ride-hailing app, akin to Uber/Lyft.
Most accurate and up-to-date directions for China.
Translate offers offline packs; Pleco is a Chinese-English dictionary.
Required for many Western websites and apps blocked by China's Firewall.
China's largest online travel agency for flights, trains, hotels, and tours.
Travel China Guide for comprehensive info; Official Tourism Websites for events in the region.
Follow official Xiamen tourism accounts on WeChat, Weibo, or Instagram.
Find travel podcasts or YouTube channels on China, Fujian, or Xiamen.
General China guidebooks contain comprehensive parts on Xiamen and Fujian. The nearby city maps are obtainable on arrival at bookstores or the tourist office.
Reading books on Chinese history, Fujian culture, or the history of treaty ports deepens your knowledge of Xiamen's unique background. Seek historical accounts of Gulangyu Island.
Check for local English newspapers or tourist magazines at your hotel or the airport for listings for current events and restaurant suggestions.
Documentaries and films about the destination give visual insights into the city's charm.
Experience traditional Minnan music or Chinese classical music, setting the mood for your Gulangyu visit.
Engage with online communities for recent advice and learn basic Mandarin phrases for richer interactions.
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