travel with me to China
936555
The author paints a warm and intimate picture of living in China as a foreigner. Her chapter on being stranded in Guangzhou brought me back to my time in the city several years ago. I didn't want the book to end. The connection she makes with her students -- her triumphs with the Chinese language and the students' with the English language -- shorten the distance between the U.S. and China. I can't wait to get back to China.
1838156
Took these to China and they worked as expected.  These don't convert current so make sure whatever appliance or electronics you plug in can handle the electrical current overseas.
1477116
My wife and I backpacked for 29 days in China at the end of 2008.  This map pack was invaluable for confirming that we were going in the right direction.  Because of the language, it's very easy to get going in the wrong direction in China so I always checked the GPS to verify where we were and what direction we were heading.  I also used the maps to find a place to stay in Xi'an since it has a bunch of food, hotels, etc on the maps.

The maps are less detailed in the rural areas, as would be expected.  If you travel in China and you aren't fluent in the language, you'll want to take advantage of any opportunity or tool to double and triple check where you're going.  It's not so easy that you can just ask anyone for directions... practically no one speaks English in China, and if they do, they are probably to shy to talk to you.  My wife and I almost ended up on a train to Chengdu instead of Zenshou because they sound similar... and that was a misunderstanding between two Chinese people, not between me and a Chinese.  The language is so complex, they don't even understand each other sometimes!  The GPS is adds peace of mind.

I'm not sure why the NUVIs are having such problems but these maps worked flawlessly on my 60csx handheld.  My unit is 100% up to date with the software updates on the Garmin website.

Be advised that the Chinese government isn't keen on foreigners carrying GPS devices but if you just don't go waiving it around everywhere like a freak, you'll probably be fine, I didn't have any issues.  As a point of reference, tourists aren't supposed to even bring tourists books with maps into China.
4459652
Traveling as much as I do, I think this will work good for me.  I use to carry another type to carry my documents, but time will tell.  I will give additional feed back in my Vlog while I am traveling.

After two month of traveling in Japan and 1 month in Thailand, I found this very useful.  Traveling with the Japan Rail Pass, It helped me to keep my advance tickets in order and holding the pass itself.  I am also using now to keep my international driver license.  The only issue I had that it absorbed so moister which transferred in some items I carried.

The Neck cord is beginning to fray.
2587463
Love it when I was in China. Love it when I am in the US. Love it. Love it. Love it!
680826
I have not finished this book yet, as the printed is a bit small and is a lot of reading.  I have always wanted to see the Great China Wall, but the only way I can afford it is through a book, and this is the first book I've ever seen about the Great China Wall.  I understand it takes a long time to walk it, but I don't remember exactly how long; I think about 2 years, so you'd have to camp out along the way I'm sure.  What little I've read so far, I would still recommend it highly, especially if you like travel and would like to see this sort of scenery and construction, for it to have been around for so many centuries.
1030778
This is an enjoyable travelogue to read that covers Tibet, Southern China, Laos, Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam.  The author has a different perspective on the countries than an ordinary traveller, and even has his own ideas about travellers.
I enjoyed reading this book as I prepared for my upcoming trip, because it gave me a taste of what I would experience.  You can easily read a chapter, all of which stand alone, or read the entire book from cover to cover.
3527134
WILL PUT UNDER MY SHIRT TO PROTECT MY MONEY AND CREDIT CARD IN EUROPE AND ITHER VACATION I GO ON
2549198
Beijing is huge and overwhelming, so being able to just open a double-page and hit the city as I wanted to was awesome. I visited the Great Wall on my own, and the book's comment is right - people will make up excuses to get me off the bus and into some sort of taxi. I loved running around the hutong alleys where all the cool bars/restaurants are, not so far from my hotel, but the staff only knew the touristy things. So the specific good points (not in other guides) are knowing all the subway exits; fits lightly into your pocket; much, much more on beautiful gardens and forests; and checking out all the hutongs, the real life in Beijing.
4678628
DO NOT TAKE THIS PRODUCT TO CHINA!!!

Despite the fact that I really liked the three weeks I owned the Jackery Giant, It was confiscated by the Chinese security when I tried to leave the PRC this morning for a very simple reason: it does not have the capacity stamped on the outside of the unit anywhere. In the PRC you cannot fly with a unit that does not meet this simple requirement.

Jackery - I'll change this rating to a 5 if you comply with international law by adding the appropriate labeling. (Oh, and sending me a replacement would be nice.)

Update - Jackeey did replace the unit (Thank you),
2706848
I took this with me on my Christmas trip to Singapore and Malaysia and it worked great. I love having a couple of USB slots so I can plug in all the gadgets and still have a plug for my CPAP.
1313913
These go great with china that I have. I like the style & color. Going to get more!
1735385
This product became my best travel buddy! Very handy and reliable! I used it in China, HK, Central Europe and Argentina. Worked perfectly everywhere.
3371200
I just finished reading "Prayerwalk Beijing" and was impressed with the very idea for this book. It's a book for Christians who will be traveling to China. The premise is that while there, why not pray for the spiritual needs of the country while going about your other business? The book advises the reader on stragic issues that Christians can pray for while they travel, do business, or visit Beijing's historic sites. The book contains helpful maps of popular tourist spots, is well organized, easy to read,  and it even contains cultural warnings about what to do, or not do, so as to not offend one's Chinese hosts. This book is small in size, easy to carry around in one's coat pocket, and will be a very nice traveling companion while in China. I've learned the author has plans to release other books in this series. So, if you happen to be traveling to other major cities of the world and want a very practical prayerwalk guide check back...your favorite travel destination may have a "Prayerwalk" guide book in the near future.
4487770
Rob Gifford's travel along Route 312 from Shanghai, along the silk road, to the far western border of China serves to cover broad topics such as China's government, the thoughts of individual people, different sub-cultures in China, and most importantly the stark contrast or juxtaposition that exists in China. Taken at face value, Gifford's trip itself is not worthy of an entire book, however it is excellently supplemented with his further knowledge and journalistic expertise to give the reader a comprehensive understanding of China. I would recommend this book to anyone with a sense of adventure, upcoming travel plans to China, or with a drive to understand China more.
4498041
This is a fantastic travel guide.  As someone who has made several treks throughout Asia, I was looking for a book specifically about traveling to Beijing and Shanghai.  This book greatly helped with my recent trip.  I really think there isn't a finer imprint than DK for exotic travel.
2785245
I live in Panama on an island where the local choices are Close Up or Colgate made in China. So I bring it in my luggage when I return from the US. It is a time and money saver to have it mailed and waiting for me.