When Canadian travel vlogger Alina Mcleod first set foot in China, she didn’t expect pandas, high-speed trains, and digital支付 (payments) to steal her heart. 🚄💳 Now, as China’s National Day holiday kicks off tourism season, she’s already planning her next trip – with a new goal: mastering Mandarin!
“China’s landscapes are like something out of a fantasy novel,” Alina says, recalling misty mountains and bustling cities alike. But what truly wowed her? The seamless blend of ancient culture and 21st-century innovation. From scanning QR codes for street food to eco-friendly bullet trains, she calls it “a glimpse into the future… with really good dumplings.” 🥟✨
Thanks to China’s 72/144-hour visa-free transit policies (now open to 54 countries!), travelers like Alina can explore deeper. Her next mission? Learning Chinese to chat with locals. “I want to hear their stories,” she says. “Plus, I need to properly pronounce ‘xièxie’!” 🙌
For young globetrotters and culture lovers, Alina’s takeaway is clear: China’s mix of tradition and tech makes it a must-visit. 🐉📱 Who’s adding ‘Mandarin 101’ to their bucket list?
