Yes you need to take an adaptor that can be used in the far east.
Argos hve a pack of three for £7.00.
Take yuan and sterling . Although travellers chq's did have a better rate in Xian.
Don't take lots of clothes, no time to change for nights out.You will go straight to the theatre from sigh seeing.
If you like a drink take plenty cash.
£5.80 for a gin and tonic in Xian.
just short of £19.00 for a bottle of chinese wine in Bejing.
A glass is around £5 - £6 and is only small. less than a standard measure at home.
Spirits around £5 a shot and n ot large.
On the whole very expensive if you like a drink.
Sandra