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25 min2026-04CHINA is NOT what we expected I Exploring BEIJINGExploring Beijing's Forbidden City Hutongs and Street Food in ChinaBangAverage enjoy Peking duck, sweet and sour pork, and spring onion noodles with two large beers for about £20. They recommend dipping the duck in oyster sauceVisit the Temple of Heaven earlier in the day if you want to see its scenic areas and main temples. The park stays open until 9 p.m., but the main temples closeSpring, Chongqing
43 min2026-02China Shocked Me - From a Longtime Critic | Taiwan, Trains & Food VLOGChina Travel Vlog Taiwan Trains and Food Reflections from a长Ride a Chinese high-speed train to cover long distances quickly; note the quiet carriages, clean facilities, and the price point; book ahead and try different cTry the local Big Mac style options to compare cultural interpretations of fast food across countries.Winter, Fuzhou / Fujian
32 min2026-02China’s Censorship vs Western Control | Ideology & PowerChina Censorship vs Western Influence: Ideology and Power—A旅Go with the flow but stay vigilant about what you say and to whom; field notes matter more than flashy claims.Acknowledge local policing of speech; be mindful of sensitive topics and the risk landscape for reporters.Winter, Fuzhou / Fujian
23 min2026-01Inside China, Power & War | Chinese Marine - Exclusive InterviewExclusive interview with Chinese Marine during China tripAsk local service members about daily life and their view of the country, but tread carefully and respect privacy.Be prepared for direct, personal questions; verify language comfort and avoid forcing sensitive topics.Winter, Fuzhou / Fujian
48 min2026-01China Made Me Question EVERYTHING - An Honest Experience From a CriticChina Travel Experience: An Honest Perspective from a CriticUse visa-free entry if eligible; confirm with the embassy for latest rules and keep copies of receipts and visas.Experience high-speed rail for a fast, smooth, and quiet ride; expect clean facilities and punctual schedules.Winter, Fuzhou / Fujian
8 min2025-07CHINA'S Moon Festival at Yu Gardens | Mooncakes, Lanterns, & Crowds You Won't BelieveShanghai Yu Gardens: Moon Festival Lantern SpectacleThe historic tea house at Yu Gardens is one of Shanghai's oldest and has a view over koi ponds. The historic building overlooks koi ponds, making it a scenic plMooncakes are traditional pastries for the Mid-Autumn Festival and symbolize completeness and happiness.Summer, Hangzhou / Zhejiang
10 min2025-07Helicopter Ride Over The Great Wall Of CHINA | Most ICONIC ViewHelicopter Ride Over the Great Wall of ChinaStart your Beijing day early at the Summer Palace to explore its expansive gardens, temples, and the iconic Tower of Buddhist Incense with plenty of time for phFor a more challenging hike, choose the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall. It features steep inclines and stairs, but the reward is stunning views and fewer crSummer, Hangzhou / Zhejiang
8 min2025-07CHINA’S Hidden Tibetan Town | Sacred Prayer Wheel in Shangri-LaShangri-La: Exploring China's Hidden Tibetan TownBe prepared for high elevation in Shangri-La; it makes climbing stairs and breathing difficult, so take it slow and stay hydrated.When turning the prayer wheel, spin it an odd number of times (1, 3, or 5) for best effect according to local tradition.Summer, Lhasa / Tibet
14 min2025-06Hiking CHINA'S Wildest Trail | Tiger Leaping Gorge in YUNNANTiger Leaping Gorge Trek: Yunnan's Wild Hiking AdventureAllison and Melissa choose a one-day hike that focuses on the most scenic parts of Tiger Leaping Gorge. The source says a two-day hike would provide a more compWeather in Tiger Leaping Gorge can change, including wind and temperature. The source advises checking conditions before setting out, packing layers, and being Summer, Hangzhou / Zhejiang
8 min2025-06CHINA'S Hidden Red Ribbon Bridge You've Never Heard Of | Ruyi PeakHidden Red Ribbon Bridge: Ruyi Peak, Yangshuo, ChinaRide the gondola up to Ruyi Peak for views of the Gumdrop Mountains; the journey itself is part of Allison and Katie's visit.At the Red Ribbon Bridge, take time to read visitors' wishes. The source explains the tradition and says visitors can tie a ribbon of their own.Summer, Hangzhou / Zhejiang
5 min2025-06HIDDEN CANYON In CHINA?! | Unreal ATV Ride Through Red Rock CliffsChina's Hidden Canyon: ATV AdventureSign up for an ATV ride to drive straight into the canyon. It's a thrilling way to experience the red rock formations up close and feel like you're in a movie.Don't miss the chance to interact with locals. A friendly couple at the lookout point made Allison's visit even more special with a warm welcome and photo sessiSummer, Hangzhou / Zhejiang
8 min2025-05THIS Is CHINA?! | Biking Through Unreal Flower Fields in YangshuoI found a hidden field of yellow flowers in CHINA… and it turned out to be the most beautiful bike ride I’ve ever been on. In this travel vlog, my friendRent a bike to explore the Gumdrop Mountains near Yangshuo. The countryside offers scenic views, and Allison and Katie discover yellow flower fields as they ridThe yellow flower fields near Yangshuo bloom in late March. Allison recommends biking through them while the flowers are in bloom for a view of the countryside.Spring, Hangzhou / Zhejiang
5 min2025-05Inside CHINA'S Hidden Luxury Hotel | Sugar House YANGSHUOSugar House Yangshuo: China's Hidden Luxury HotelSugar House Yangshuo is a resort adapted from a sugar mill built in 1969. Its original architecture remains visible alongside the modern hotel design, making thThe hotel bar is in the former pressing room, where machinery once squeezed sugarcane. The walls and equipment remain in place, and the room is now used for driSpring, Hangzhou / Zhejiang
4 min2025-05CHINA'S Hidden Blue Lake | You've Never Heard Of This Place In YUNNANHidden Blue Moon Lake: Yunnan's Turquoise GemTake a one-hour car ride from Lijiang to reach Blue Moon Valley. Expect holiday traffic during Chinese New Year but the views are worth it.Upon arrival, explore the series of four turquoise lakes and dozens of white waterfalls. Take your time walking along each one to witness the striking shades ofSpring, Hangzhou / Zhejiang
5 min2025-05Hidden Mountains In CHINA You've Never Heard Of | Biking In GUANGXIHidden Guangxi Mountains: China's Rural BeautyBike through the gumdrop mountains for an immersive experience. The scenic bike ride offers stunning views of karst landscapes and feels like entering a fairy tLearn about the karst mountains, also known as gumdrop mountains, which are iconic to Guangxi and have been featured in films and paintings for centuries.Spring, Hangzhou / Zhejiang
6 min2025-05Havana Style Hotel in CHINA | Unique Hotel Near SHENZHENDapeng, China: Havana-Style Coastal Gem near ShenzhenTake a Didi from Shenzhen to Dapeng; it's about an hour along the coast and easy to arrange via app.Stay at the Havana-themed hotel to experience pastel buildings, vintage cars, and a waterfront sunset right at your doorstep.Spring, Hangzhou / Zhejiang
9 min2022-01Sanya, Hainan Island | This is what you can do during a Beach trip in ChinaSanya Hainan Island: Beach Vacation in ChinaHaikou's train station is surprisingly modern and well-built, exceeding expectations for a smaller island city. It's a pleasant surprise for travelers.Riding the bright, readily available rental bikes around Sanya's shopping areas is a fun and affordable way to explore. It provides a unique local experience.Winter, Sanya / Hainan
14 min2021-12China’s scenery is rapidly gaining worldwide recognition: You’d never guess this place is in here!Blue Moon Valley, Yunnan: Turquoise Lakes & WaterfallsRafa tries traditional clothing before walking around Blue Moon Valley. He enjoys the experience as a way to engage with local culture and take photos during hiBlue Moon Valley has turquoise lakes beneath the surrounding mountains. Rafa walks through the area and takes in the water and landscape during his visit.Winter, Lijiang / Yunnan
17 min2021-12The hotel in China where not everyone is either able or allowed to visitLuxury Hotel in Ganhaizi,Lijiang: Jade Dragon Snow Mountain EscapeTo visit the hotel, you need to get a ticket from the tourism office in Lijiang before entering the complex.It's very cold at this altitude; pack warm clothes and be prepared for potential altitude sickness.Winter, Lijiang / Yunnan
12 min2021-11The outrageous yet good looking postmodern buildings in ChinaMGallery Mile Hotel: Postmodern Architecture in Yunnan, ChinaConsider MGallery Mile in Yunnan for its postmodern architecture and quiet setting among mountains and a lake. The hotel is described as a postmodern architectListen for the echo beneath the hotel's central dome, an unusual feature that Rafa explores during the visit. The sound of an echo from the dome is one of the Autumn, Mile / Yunnan
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