August 20th, 2026
Is HSK 1 Enough to Travel in China?

Episode Summary
Can you travel China with only HSK1 level? In this video, I share my month-long experience traveling China with basic Chinese skills. Discover how translation apps, digital payments, and visiting less touristy cities made the trip enjoyable and manageable. Learn why you don’t need fluency to explore and connect, and get tips on using language tools and simple phrases to enhance your travel experience.
Timestamps
00:00 Intro & overview
01:00 Translation apps and tech-savvy locals
03:00 How everything is digital (& what this means for language practice)
05:00 Why you should go somewhere you’ve never heard of (that’s still on high-speed trains!)
07:00 Why you should travel now regardless of fluency
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