China Highlights’ Unofficial Staff Blog

Guilin useful travel tips (hotels, dining, top attractions and more)

2018-09-27T15:43:00.003+08:00

Guilin is a popular holiday destination for Chinese and foreign tourists alike. Its beautiful and bizarrekarst peaks, like severed summits of mountains, scatter the broad plain upon which the city is built, the inspiration behind much of Chinese traditional art through the centuries. While much of China submerges itself in its quest for modernization those hills, with their associatedlakes and

How to Plan a Trip to Guilin

2018-09-07T10:29:00.002+08:00

Located in the south of China, Guilin might not be among the must-visit targets for many people in their first times to China yet it rewards those with keen eyes. It lives up to expectations for nature lovers, photographers, outdoor enthusiasts and travelers who are in need for a break between a week-long (or longer) China trip. Planning it wisely is the key to make Guilin your own oyster, which

The Famous Food to Eat in Guilin

2018-08-16T11:36:00.000+08:00

Beside Guilin being the famous tourist attraction, food in Guilin is quite special and delicious. At Li River, fish is the most preferred diet by many people. Also the rice noodle is also famous in this city of Guilin. When you visit Guilin, do not leave the city without sampling some of the delicious food found there. The places where to find these Guilin rice noodle are such as shanghai and

Things to know about Hiking in Guilin

2018-08-03T10:59:00.002+08:00

If you are planning a Guilin tour in the near future, make it a hiking tour because you can enjoy many things - stunning views, the rural landscape, meeting the local people, savoring the local delicacies and so on. To start your hiking tour you can begin Guilin city, explore the local attractions like the Red Flute Cave, The Elephant Trunk Hill, Longsheng Rice Terrace, Li River, Four Lakes,

Things to remember when travelling to Shanghai

2018-07-20T15:39:00.001+08:00

Shanghai is one of the most populous cities of china and a very important financial district for its port is accountable for one third of China’s exports. Shanghai has much to offer to tourists from Night Street shopping to luxurious cruise on river Huangpu. #1 Attractions in Shanghai The Bund is one of the most noted architectural symbols of Shanghai. The Bund, or the waterfront, is surrounded

Something You have to know about Traveling in Guilin

2018-07-10T14:38:00.003+08:00

If you are planning a trip to Guilin, then you must be aware of the following Guilin travel tips. It will help you enjoy your time in heaven descended on earth, as this city is commonly known as. Where to Stay in Guilin As Guilin is a popular tourism destination, you will have no trouble getting your accommodation. However, you have to book well in advance because Guilin is a very busy

One Day in the Longji Terraces

2013-10-29T11:10:00.001+08:00

It is known that Longji Terraces is famous for its tremendous formation, flowing fluent lines, charming of variation and unique folk culture.In the autumn, we could see the yellow rice that makes the terraces like a golden sea. My colleagues and I went to the Longji Terraced Fields in Ping’an Zhuang Village in late October. But it was too late to see the golden sea.

Paintings on Rocks

2013-09-12T10:40:00.000+08:00

Some of the lovely gifts we purchased lately

China Highlights Operation Team's Dream Board

2013-08-15T18:09:00.001+08:00

I got an idea from a training - make a dream board for my team. The staff wrote their wishes or a certain thing they want, then hung it on the board, and i hope all wishes and dreams can come true someday. Here are our wishes ...... and check it out what it is by your phone?

The summer in Guilin

2013-07-30T14:53:00.000+08:00

I don't like summer. There are several reasons. It is very hot in Guilin during that period, I sweat frequently and set off an uncomfortable smell. It is easy to be found by the mosquitoes, they bite me and it makes me itchy. I am browned easily by the strong sunlight even though I used sunscreen cream. I still feel so hot while I turn on the electric fan. I also like summer as I

Northern Xinjiang Trip in June

2013-07-29T16:51:00.001+08:00

It's an inspection trip, invited by Xinjiang Tourism Bureau. Our destination was the northern of Xinjiang Area. There is a saying: "You never know how large of Xinjiang, unless you have been there". It's actually a tough trip, because you have to stay in the bus for 5-6 hours (400+ KM) every day. However, do not always sleep on the bus, I hope you could enjoy the scenery along the way,

Trekking along Longhu Canyon

2013-07-19T22:11:00.001+08:00

Longhu Canyon is one of the best trekking routes in Guilin. We did a one day trekking yesterday to the most popular part from Xianren Bridge to Yangguan village. It is 7 km long and spent us 6 hours for the hiking. But it worth the time because of the fascinating view on the way. We took the bus from Guilin station to Xingan county and then rent a mini-bus to Longhu Canyon , the entrance of the

China History Discovery Tour – Henan Province

2013-07-19T22:06:00.001+08:00

The Great Wall, the Forbidden City, and the Terracotta Army, are they all you can imagine about the ancient buildings and historic places in China? Henan Province, where many ancient cities and historic relics locate, is definitely a destination of a tour of China history discovery.

Romantic Sunset in Guilin

2013-07-19T22:01:00.000+08:00

Teeming with fabulous natural scenery, Guilin is a perfect place to stay and relax. Surrounded by mountains, Guilin has many scenic spots in the city center, where you can take amazing pictures of the romantic sunset and seasonal beauty. The picture below is taken in July.

Elegant Lotus, Beautiful West Lake, and Quiet Hangzhou

2013-07-19T22:00:00.000+08:00

When and where to see flowers in summer in China? Hangzhou is one of the ideal places, where you can see ocean of lotus on the beautiful West Lake. Nothing is cooler than cruising on the West Lake!

Heavy Rain hit Kunming, China last night

2013-07-19T11:29:00.001+08:00

Kunming China, received heavy rain last night, half of the city is in water. Our local operator in Kunming found no way to get to the office this morning and has to work at home. Many families on the first floor, cars and streets are totally in water, rescue team are busy transferring and relocating people to safe places. May God bless lives there. Candy from China Highlights reports.

See The Great Wall of China on a Helicopter?

2013-06-07T15:46:00.000+08:00

Only One-passenger-helicopter available for great wall tour in June Some customers love to take a helicopter to see the great wall while in Beijing, but 2-passenger-helicopter or bigger helicopters will not be available until July. Bird Eye View of the Great Wall of China from the Helicopter One to 4 passengers helicopters One passenger helicopter Book a Beijing Tour with

Can I take the slow boat to China Wuzhou from Hong Kong like 10 years ago?

2013-06-07T10:30:00.001+08:00

One of our clients called and insist on booking a boat ticket on the slow boat to China Wuzhou from Hong Kong via the Zhujiang River and Xijiang. We explain to him that this transfer line has disappeared years ago due to lack of passengers. Most people choose bus transfer from Hong Kong to Wuzhou which will take 5-6 hours, while 2 days for the boat ride. However, this changes made our

Can I Join a One Day Bus Tour to Cover both Giant Panda Centre and the Giant Buddha from Chengdu and back to Chengdu?

2013-06-06T16:19:00.000+08:00

Yes, it is now available to do the two must see sites (Giant Panda Centre and the Giant Buddha in Leshan county) in one day on a bust tour on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday only, but please confirm with the provider before making payment. Itinerary is as follows: Panda Base Centre The Giant Buddha Tour Schedule: 7:00-8:00am,Pick up from your hotel 8:30-11:00am, Visit the

2013 FORTUNE GLOBAL FORUM MAKES CHENGDU BUSY AND CROWED

2013-06-06T15:43:00.000+08:00

We don't recommend you go to Chengdu between June 6 to 8, 2013, because it is very crowded at the moment since the 2013 Fortune Global Forum is in Chengdu unless you are going there for the forum. Most of the attractions are not open for tourists such ask the Panda Base centre, Chengdu Embroidery Museum, Temple of Marquis, Dujiangyan Irrigation Syste, Du Fu Thatched Cottage Museum,

Century Legend is now cruising in the Yangtze now

2013-06-06T12:25:00.000+08:00

Century Cruises of China add another cruise ship, Century Legend, on the Yangtze River. A newly launched Century Legend is the biggest line in Yangtze River, the world third longest river, it is big enough for 398 passengers and designed with Western style and amenities. Designed by Yran & Storbraaton, the Norwegian architects behind the world famous Seabourn cruises

Biggest Mosque in Urumqi denies visitors before July 5th, 2013

2013-06-05T12:21:00.000+08:00

Located in Urumqi, 10 Heping South Road, Shanxi Dasi, is the biggest mosque in the city, it is big enough for more than 1000 people to worship at the same time, it was build in 1906 and is still actively used by Hui people here. A lot of our clients wanted to visit this place for the old

One Day Volunteer in the Panda Base, which one is better?

2013-06-04T15:26:00.000+08:00

There are two Panda bases taking volunteers to feed the Panda, clean the garden, carry bamboos and maybe help to bath the pandas……If you do plan to be a volunteer there to help with taking care of the pandas, we recommend you to go to Bifengxia Panda base instead of Chengdu Panda Base because it is less crowed and more works needed to be down by you there.

Will the 72 hours visa-free policy works for me if I come to Beijing for three days from Hong Kong and back to Hong Kong?

2013-06-04T15:02:00.000+08:00

No, the 72 hours visa-free policy can only apply to tourists who come from "A" place and has a flight ticket to "B" place outside of China. Come from Hong Kong and back to Hong Kong, No! Come from Hong Kong and go to Tokyo, yes! Hey, Do you want to discover China with your own private vehicle, own tour guide, own driver, and travel on your own pace instead of being herded in big

Four wheels“bicycles”with two steering wheels in Yangshuo for renting

2013-06-04T14:27:00.000+08:00

Four wheels "bicycles" are now available for renting in Yangshuo at 60yuan per day. I have not try yet, but I am very anxious to try it because it look like having two steering wheels on one bike. Please let me know how it works if anyone have ever tried it. Hey, Do you want to discover China with your own private vehicle, own tour guide, own driver