Travel Guides & Tips in this video
- Tip 1China's high-speed rail network is vast, affordable, and efficient, making it a great mode of transportation between cities. (2:10)
- Tip 2Trip.com is recommended for booking train tickets and other travel arrangements in China. (0:51)
- Tip 3Luckin Coffee offers convenient mobile ordering with QR code pickup, perfect for busy travelers. (4:15)
- Tip 4Public restrooms on Chinese trains are basic but clean, so be prepared. (13:19)
- Tip 5Be prepared for multiple stops and potential seat changes on longer train journeys in China. (14:41)
- Tip 6Learning some basic Mandarin phrases can greatly enhance your travel experience in China. (21:02)
- Tip 7Utilize food delivery apps for convenient meal options in China, especially when tired after a long journey. (22:26)
On Tour With Dridgers #OTWD faced unexpected challenges during their Chinese adventure. Their bullet train journey from Nanning took a detour when they discovered a mistake on their tickets. Instead of Zhaoqing, they found themselves on a new adventure to Guilin, embracing the unexpected with their signature humor and resilience. This unexpected twist highlights the spontaneity and adaptability required when exploring China's vast landscapes.
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This travel vlog from On Tour With Dridgers, titled "We Messed Up in China, and We Didn’t Expect What Happened Next! 🇨🇳", documents their journey from Nanning to Zhaoqing, which took an unexpected turn. Initially planning a high-speed train trip, a mishap with their tickets—due to an incorrect passport number—led to missed train and a scramble to rebook.
Their initial disappointment quickly transformed into a serendipitous adventure. Instead of sticking to their original plan, the couple spontaneously decided to travel to Guilin, a city recommended by a friend. This unplanned detour showcased the flexibility and adaptability required for travel, especially in a vast country like China. The high-speed rail network in China is praised for its affordability and efficiency, even for longer journeys.
The vlog highlights the couple's resourcefulness as they navigate the situation, highlighting the helpfulness of local staff and the convenience of online services like Trip.com for booking tickets and Luckin Coffee for convenient mobile ordering. The experience also underscores the importance of double-checking travel documents before departure. Despite the initial setback, the vlog captures the couple's positive attitude and their ability to find joy in unexpected circumstances. The unexpected change of plans led them to a beautiful new destination, proving that sometimes the best travel experiences are the unplanned ones. The video ends with On Tour With Dridgers arriving in Guilin, ready to explore their new, unplanned destination. The vlog concludes with a call to action to subscribe and watch their next video, promising more adventures in Guilin.
FAQs (From the traveler's perspective)
- Q: What happened when we tried to board our first train?
- A: We found out the passport number on our ticket was wrong, because Ben used my old passport number when booking online. It was a disaster!
- Q: What did we do after missing our train?
- A: We went to Luckin Coffee, got some stickers, and replanned our trip to Guilin instead of Zhaoqing.
- Q: What was the Guilin train like?
- A: It was a slower train, a hard seat, and our seats were far apart, but we made it!
- Q: What was the hotel like?
- A: It was a bit confusing checking in, and the corridor was creepy, but the room was okay, basic but clean.
- Q: Where did we eat dinner?
- A: We found a great little place and got delicious pork noodles, fried rice, and dumplings!