Meet your local.
Discover the person, their stories,
and what you can do together.
A more personal way to travel
See China
through locals
A place becomes
different when
you know someone.
Meet the people who call it home.
Find your own kind of China.
China, one connection at a time.
Take a little wander
01 / The Cpal experience
There’s the China you’ve heard about.
Then there’s the China someone shows you.
That little tea house. The long way home. A story behind the
street.
Cpal connects you with local guides and experiences that make a
place feel personal.
02 / A closer look
A little hello.
A whole new journey.
Get to know your guide, shape your plans,
and keep the details together.
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Follow what moves you.
From a shared meal to a mountain trail.
Make room for your kind of discovery.
Keep the good things together.
Your dates, your people, your meeting point.
A little more clarity for the road ahead.
It starts with a conversation.
Ask a question. Share a thought.
Turn a new face into a familiar one.
Share the city your way.
Give your idea a shape.
Build an experience that feels like you.
App interface previews from the Cpal design collection. Sample profiles and bookings are shown.
03 / The people make the place
A trip is more than a collection of places. It’s the people who bring them to life.
Someone who knows the city’s quieter corners. Who can explain what’s on the menu, tell you why a neighbourhood matters, or help you find a rhythm that’s yours.
Cpal brings travellers and local guides together around shared interests. Start with a person. Find an experience. Let the conversation take you somewhere.
04 / City notes
Many cities.
A thousand little worlds.
Explore China
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Beijing 北京
Old stories. New connections.
Culture / Hutongs / History
Shanghai 上海
A city with more than one rhythm.
Architecture / Art / River walks
Chengdu 成都
Stay a little. Sip a little longer.
Tea houses / Food / Slow afternoonsA little inspiration for your next journey. Contact us for current city availability.
The Cpal philosophy
Go for the place.
Stay for the people.
A familiar face. A shared table.
A story you couldn’t have found on your own.
What is Cpal?
Cpal connects travellers exploring China with local guides and their experiences. Get to know the person, find something you’d love to do, and plan your time together.
How can I try the app?
We’re welcoming people through early access. Request an invitation and tell us whether you’re travelling or would like to share your city as a guide.
Can I join as a local guide?
Yes. Cpal is for people who want to share the places, interests, and experiences they know best. Explore the guide side or get in touch to learn about joining.
Which cities can I explore?
Our city notes offer a taste of Beijing, Shanghai, and Chengdu. Early access and guide availability develop over time; contact us for the latest information for your trip.
How do I get help?
Visit Support or email admin@cridgeai.com. For advice about meeting a guide, read our trust and safety page.
Your next chapter starts here
Cpal / Early access
Let’s make China
a little more familiar.
Travelling somewhere new?
Have a city you’d love to share?
Request an invitation by email. These links open your email app, or you can write to admin@cridgeai.com.