Tianmen Mountain (Zhangjiajie, China)
byWhen we travel to Tianmen Mountain it is in low season and we manage to miss a number of the better attractions including the…
Travel in China / Hong Kong / Macau
Travel in China, Hong Kong and Macau from island to island. New Tourism, Culture, Lifestyle and Boutique Travel. Independent Guide to Travel in China and surrounding territories.
Phoenix Ancient City (Fenghuang, China)
byBefore travel we look at two optional routes to Fenghuang; one from Changsha and the other from Zhangjjiajie. In the end we opt for…
Wulong Karst National Park (Chongqing)
byWe opt to go it alone for the Chongqing to Wulong Karst day tour and while there were relatively cheap day tour options available (350…
Long Distance Travel in China
byWhile relatively new to long distance travel in China we have quickly progressed and despite speaking little more Chinese than nihao and xiexie we…
Celebrating Christmas in Xian (China)
byThis time last year we were gearing up, excited for Christmas in Xian, China. We arrive to Xian shortly before Christmas Day eager for…
People Watching in Chinese Parks
byIf I had to chose one thing I love about China, it would be food… but in close second comes the local parks in…
Confessions of a Food Tourist
byTravelling as a couple our journeys and experiences are only ever between the two of us. We stay in hotels, we travel independently and…
Destination Guide: Xian China
byArriving to Xian we expect a sleepy backwater type city, held in the past, not overly developed. What we find is the complete opposite….
Xian Muslim Quarter (Beiyuanmen Street)
byIf I had just 24 hours in Xian China I know, without a doubt, I would be at Xian Muslim Quarter. The Terracotta Warriors…
Tourist Scams in Beijing
byTravelling in China exceeded all expectations, it is no doubt a fantastic destination to explore and we are now desperate to return. However travel…