China travel: how to use Google, WhatsApp and secure your banking

Key Topics in this News Article:
News Snapshot:

China is having a moment with Australian travellers. Thanks to a 30-day visa-free window open until the end of 2026, thousands of Aussies are swapping their Bali flights for the Great Wall. But while booking your ticket has never been easier, touching down is a whole different ball game. Unlike standard holiday hotspots, entering China means stepping behind the “Great Firewall” – a digital shift that requires some serious prep. Cybersecurity expert, Salil Kanhere, from UNSW’s School of Computer Science and Engineering, says the disruption of Google Maps is particularly noticeable for travellers, though Apple Maps remains functional. “Many services…

  • This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.
  • Newsletter to Your Inbox

    China intelligence delivered each week!

  • This field is hidden when viewing the form