Aerial view of Tianluokeng Tulou cluster. From bottom to top: Wenchang Lou, Zhenchang Lou, Buyun Lou, Duanyun Lou, and Hechang Lou. In the previous article, I shared my check-in experience and interior exploration of Wenchang Lou. This time, I’ll report on my tour of all five Tulou buildings in the Tianluokeng cluster, known as “Four […]
In the previous article, I shared my experience booking a stay at Wenchang Lou in the Tianluokeng Tulou cluster through the Chinese booking site “Ctrip.” This time, I’ll report on the actual check-in experience. Previous article: Encountering Tulou Floating in the Mist The famous view from Tianluokeng Tulou Upper Observation Deck Our bus wound through
My long-cherished dream of traveling to the Fujian Tulou has finally come true. I had almost given up due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but with China reopening tourist visas, I seized the opportunity. In this four-part series, I’ll share my experience staying at the UNESCO World Heritage Fujian Tulou. This first installment covers everything from
“In China, it’s polite to leave food on your plate”—Many people around the world have heard this “common knowledge” about Chinese dining etiquette. This conventional wisdom is often shared as essential travel advice for business trips or vacations to China, but it’s not entirely accurate. Through an experience in a provincial Chinese city, I’d like
When traveling abroad, beverage expenses can add up more than expected. Staying hydrated is essential, especially during hot seasons in China and Taiwan. However, by borrowing wisdom from locals, you can significantly reduce your drink expenses while immersing yourself deeper in the local culture. Today, I’ll introduce a smart and economical way to travel by
In late November 2024, the Chinese government announced visa exemption measures for tourists from some countries. This means that for tourism or business purposes of up to 30 days, entry into mainland China is now possible without the previously required visa. China had actually implemented similar measures for Japan before, but they were temporarily suspended
Did you know that China, just next to Japan, has vast deserts that rival those of Arabia? On a day when freezing winds swept across the dunes, I visited the Kumtag Desert, which spreads across the eastern part of the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. In this land where the ancient Loulan Kingdom once flourished, endless
When searching for budget airfares, you’ll almost always come across China Eastern Airlines. In my previous article, I explained in detail the background of their amazingly low pricing, but this time I’ll focus on my actual flight experience, including a detailed report on their sister company, Shanghai Airlines. Check out my previous article here! About
On a winter afternoon with freezing air stinging my cheeks, I stood at the entrance of the “Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar” in Urumqi, the capital of the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region in China. This market, counted as one of the ten new scenic spots of Urumqi, is a valuable tourist attraction that preserves the essence
As shown in these search results for Narita-Colombo flights, China Eastern Airlines flights via Chinese cities are unusually cheap compared to direct flights. When planning international travel, have you ever found airline tickets that are surprisingly cheap? Particularly when using China Eastern Airlines via Chinese cities, you can sometimes reach your destination for half the