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From North America to Asia
This is a planning hub. It’s intentionally checklist-driven and country-agnostic, so you can apply it no matter where you land in Asia.
Flights and timing
- Pick arrival airport(s) based on your first 2 nights, not the cheapest ticket.
- Plan a buffer day for jet lag before big activities.
- Book long-haul with a single ticket when possible for protection on missed connections.
Money and payments
- Know what’s accepted: cards, cash, local wallets.
- Have 2 payment methods and a backup plan if your phone dies.
- Decide your cash strategy: ATM on arrival vs pre-exchange.
Connectivity
- Get online fast: eSIM or airport SIM, before you need rides or translations.
- Download offline maps and key addresses.
- Set up a “lost phone” recovery plan (email, cloud backups).
Arrival checklist
- Immigration and entry documents (verify official sources).
- Transport from airport to first hotel: pre-plan and screenshot details.
- First night: keep it simple, sleep, hydrate, reset.
Start browsing
Pick a country first, then choose a starter city. China and Taiwan have dedicated sites to avoid duplicated content.