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I visited an Ancient Town in China but things didn’t go as planned (Xizhou, Yunnan)
Exploring Xizhou Ancient Town and Erhai Lake in Yunnan,China
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20 min2026-01I visited an Ancient Town in China but things didn’t go as planned (Xizhou, Yunnan)Exploring Xizhou Ancient Town and Erhai Lake in Yunnan,ChinaWhen renting a scooter, expect deposits to vary and be prepared for non payment methods like WeChat or local cash; compare prices to avoid overpayingUse the Erhai side viewpoints for photography, and consider staying nearby to wake up to sunrise over the lakeWinter, DaliXizhou / Yunnan
2 hr 58 min2025-01THE WORLD WON’T BELIEVE THIS IS CHINA Full Travel DocumentaryChina Travel Documentary: Shanghai, Yangshuo & BeyondCarry your passport when visiting Elephant Trunk Hill in Guilin; Yasmine says she only needed to show it to enter. Keep your passport with you while traveling iKeep your passport with you during travel in China. Yasmine includes it as a practical item for entry at attractions and for travel between cities.Winter, Beijing
45 min2024-10BEST DAY TRIP FROM TAIPEI - Taiwan’s Most Picturesque Towns (Jiufen & Shifen)Taipei Day Trip: Jiufen & Shifen Old Town CharmTake part in Shifen’s lantern-release tradition by writing wishes on the lantern before it is sent into the sky. Yasmine and Alex join this ceremony during theiShifen Old Street has local food stalls, including chicken wings filled with rice. The pair also try peanut ice cream rolls, a snack that may come with cilantroAutumn, Taipei / Taiwan
42 min2024-10This Is How They Treat You In Taiwan! First Day in TAIPEITaipei Exploration: First Day AdventuresUse Taipei's metro with an EasyCard, available at the airport, stations, or convenience stores. Top up the card for easy travel on buses and the metro. EasyCardAt Din Tai Fung, try a dipping mix of one part soy sauce to three parts rice vinegar for dumplings. Their recommended mixture is one part soy sauce to three parAutumn, Taipei / Taiwan
25 min2024-10I can’t believe CHINA’s biggest city is like this | First time in SHANGHAIShanghai Exploration: Gardens, Food & CultureShanghai's metro system is efficient and affordable, with 18 lines and an average cost of 3 yuan per ride. It's a reliable way to get around the city.The Shanghai metro stations showcase modern architecture, and most are equipped with clean toilets, a surprising plus for travelers.Autumn, Shanghai
23 min2024-10Didn’t expect this in CHINA’s capital city! Shopping and Street Food in BEIJINGBeijing Street Food & Shopping: A China Capital AdventureIn some markets in Beijing, prices are negotiable. Don't be afraid to haggle for a better price, especially if you're buying multiple items.Be prepared for unexpected weather changes. Beijing's weather can be unpredictable, so pack layers and an umbrella.Autumn, Beijing
27 min2024-10First time in BEIJING and we are surprised… This is the REAL CHINABeijing Exploration: Temples, Old City Charm & Peking DuckWhen looking for somewhere to eat or visit in Beijing, notice where local people are queuing. Yasmine found that a line often pointed to a popular place worth cWearing traditional clothing can add to a visit through Beijing's historic sites and neighborhoods. Yasmine explores the hutongs in a Ming Dynasty costume.Autumn, Beijing
7 min2024-09Best city in CHINA? Watch this before you go to CHONGQINGChongqing: A Captivating China City ExplorationHonja Cave is a multi-level complex beside the Jialing River, mixing traditional and modern elements. It is especially striking at night, when visitors can see Chongqing hotpot is a spicy meal where diners cook meat, vegetables and tofu in boiling broth. Many local restaurants serve it, and diners can customize what goAutumn, Chongqing
17 min2024-09Exploring China’s AVATAR MOUNTAINS in Zhangjiajie - Can’t believe this place is real!Zhangjiajie's Avatar Mountains: A Surreal China JourneyPurchase tickets through your accommodation or Trip.com for easier access. Yasmine and Alex use facial recognition and a passport at the entrance, which makes eThe park has buses connecting its different sections. Yasmine and Alex use them to move between areas, making the bus network a practical part of exploring the Autumn, Zhangjiajie / Hunan
14 min2024-09CHINA CONTINUES TO SURPRISE US - Incredible LI RIVER cruise from Guilin to YangshuoLi River Cruise: Guilin to Yangshuo – A surprising China journeyTo do this cruise, you need to be based in Guilin, because the pickup for the tours is from your hotel there. We got the tour booked from our accommodation. We We were picked up from our hotel, brought here to the pier by the bus. And it was really funny because nobody speaks English, not even our tour guide. Then she Autumn, Guilin / Guangxi
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