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Get away from the usual tourist cities. Get a guide and driver .My next stop in China will be Shanxi Province. This province has great sites to see. more
Due to language barriers, a small calculator is invaluable when shopping. It also lets you bargain in markets and in smaller hotels. I found that I was able to get much cheaper rates...more
If you can only visit 3 Chinese cities, Guilin should be one of them. The guidebooks spoke of its "Three Treasures" (a distinct chili sauce, a special kind of rice, and a rice...more
It is an absolute necessity to carry your own toilet paper with you when you are sightseeing in China. Even if it has western style facilities, my wife found she used a lot of her own...more
Need someone to speak English? Look to the children & teens
If you are out shopping or sightseeing in China and traveling without an English speaking guide, fear no problems with language. English is now required in the primary and secondary...more
Travel hints? Patience!!! Bring your own snacks/food if possible to avoid high prices in airports. Bring an EMPTY water bottle, and fill it once you have passed through security. If...more
what is considered appropriate tips for hotel personnel, tour leaders and drivers, and others while in china? Thanks more
Make sure you have a western style toliet in your hotel room if you have any problems with your knees. If you don't you will be stuck with a hole in the floor. Western style...more
Feel Like A Rock Star In Shanghai Pudong
If you are ever flying into Shanghai Pudong International Airport, be sure to pull out your camera or video recorder as you are leaving the baggage claim. It is an incredible sight to...more
The Chinese strangers I have met informaly are some of the happiest, friendliest, quick-to-smile people in the world. They are interested in meeting you but are a little shy about...more
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