Travel Crisis Guides
Practical, step-by-step guides for the digital problems travelers actually face. No fluff.
Alipay Tour Pass Not Working — Complete Fix Guide (2025)
Your Alipay Tour Pass payment just failed in China? Here's exactly what happened, why, and how to fix it in under 10 minutes.
Brazil CPF Number for Tourists — How to Get One and Why You Need It
A CPF number is Brazil's universal digital ID. Here's why tourists need one, how to get it in 10 minutes, and what to do without it.
China SIM Card for Tourists — eSIM vs Physical SIM vs WiFi (2025)
The complete guide to getting mobile data in China. Compare eSIM, physical SIM, and pocket WiFi — with setup steps and honest trade-offs.
India UPI for Tourists — Can Foreigners Use Google Pay and PhonePe? (2025)
UPI powers 12 billion monthly transactions in India. But can tourists actually use it? Here's the real answer and your actual payment options.
Japan Cash Only — Survival Guide for Tourists (2025)
Japan is more cash-dependent than you think. Here's where you'll need cash, where to get it, and how to avoid getting stranded without yen.
Saudi Arabia Apps You Must Download Before Arrival (2025)
Tawakkalna, Absher, Nusuk — Saudi Arabia requires government apps that most tourists don't know about. Here's what to download and how to set them up.
South Korea T-money Card Guide — Setup, Recharge, and Common Problems (2025)
T-money is Korea's universal transport card. How to buy one, load money, use it beyond transit, and fix it when it stops working.
Thailand PromptPay — Can Tourists Use It? (Complete Guide 2025)
PromptPay QR codes are everywhere in Thailand but tourists can't use them. Here's why, and what to use instead.
Visa and Mastercard Don't Work in Russia — What Travelers Need to Know (2025)
International Visa and Mastercard cards are completely blocked in Russia since 2022. Here's exactly how to pay, where to get cash, and what to prepare before your trip.
WeChat Pay Blocked for Foreigners — What to Do Right Now
Your WeChat account is restricted and you can't pay. Here's why it happened, how to recover, and what to use while you wait.
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