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Bilingual help on the ground

Local Companion

More confidence in the everyday moments.

Illustrative scene of a Chinese local helping a visitor in a cafe
Illustrative AI photography, not a confirmed host or provider. Photo credits

The idea

Thoughtful help, where it matters.

Book time with an English-speaking local to navigate an unfamiliar city and handle everyday interactions more comfortably.

Build the day around what matters to you: learning the metro, finding a neighborhood restaurant, shopping, or getting oriented after arrival.

The possibilities

What we can arrange.

Choose what matters. Your written proposal confirms exactly what is included.

01

A practical day plan

Set priorities, a meeting point, a route, and realistic timing.

02

Everyday interpretation

Help communicating in shops, restaurants, hotels, and transport settings.

03

Transport navigation

Understand metro routes, taxi pickup points, and station layouts.

04

Local context

Learn useful etiquette and the small details that make daily life easier.

05

Interest-based suggestions

Explore food, neighborhoods, and everyday experiences at your pace.

06

Onward orientation

End the day with useful addresses and a clear next destination.

Good to know

The practical details.

Budget beyond the service

Fares, meals, tickets, purchases, and specialist interpreting are separate.

Before you confirm

Companion support is for everyday travel. Specialist medical, legal, or business interpretation requires an appropriately qualified provider.

Include this in my trip

Start with what matters to you

A smoother arrival.
A more memorable China.

Choose your support and add your dates. Create a personal trip brief—no payment required.

Build my China plan