Xi Zhou: remote but accessible China in Yunnan

We have talked about Yunnan several times already, boosting its natural beauty and incredible scenery. Dali, one of the most visited but still aut

Some Tips on Cheap Accommodation in China

When it comes to travelling on a shoestring, the amount of money you might spend or save on accommodation becomes a serious matter. Luckily, the d

Yangshuo River Cruise Mafia

Ah, Yangshuo. That beautiful little village laid out among some of the most stunning karst rock scenery in East Asia is for many the highlight of an

Secrets of Hong Kong: Tai O village in Lantau

Many people do not know that besides skyscrapers, shopping malls, LRTs and fashionistas, Hong Kong hides some beautiful natural landscapes. Perched

A Day Biking on Erhai Lake, Dali

We have talked about Dali before, but for such a hotspot, there is always some new suggestion to be given. Lying sandwiched between the Chan Shan mo

China Market Survival Guide

A trip to China would not be complete without a stroll to any of the local markets which are so characteristics of life in the country. Of course, s

8 Useful Things to pack for a China trip

This post wants to provide some useful packing tips for people headed to China. It might be your first time, and you definitely need some first-hand a

10 Tips for Train Travel in China

Train travel is never old. We cannot stop talking about it. If you go to China, sooner or later you will have to embark on a train journey to cover

Smart Stopover China Guides: Chengdu

We want to launch another series of articles dedicated to Smart Stopover China, or better, some good information to explore the travel hubs of China

Travelling China by Bus: Useful Tips

We have already talked about train travel in China, how to buy train tickets and how to get sleeper trains. But what about other forms of transporta