· Petrena Schell
China's ONLY Tropical Island?! | HAINAN ISLAND
Petrena’s first Hainan trip takes her around Sanya, from the Atlantis hotel aquarium to Wuzhizhou Island, Nanshan Temple and the Romance Show.
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14 min2026-04China's ONLY Tropical Island?! | HAINAN ISLANDChina's Only Tropical Island: Exploring Sanya & WuzhizhouTake the 15-minute ferry from Sanya to Wuzhizhou Island for a beach visit where people remain fully clothed, including when relaxing on sun chairs.Arrive at Nanshan Temple early. The source notes that more than 3,500 visitors are there by 9 a.m., alongside extensive shopping areas across the complex.Spring, Sanya / Hainan
20 min2026-04I STILL GET INTIMIDATED BY CHINA | High Speed Rail From Hong Kong To ShenzhenIntimidated by Shenzhen China High Speed Rail Hong Kong toArrive at the station at least one hour early when crossing from Hong Kong to mainland China by high-speed rail.Use an eSim like Airalo that works outside of China's firewall to keep social media and Google accessible.Spring, Hong Kong
17 min2025-04Life In China's Mega City Is Not What I Expected?! (Discovering Chongqing)Exploring Chongqing: Life in China's Cyberpunk MegacityBe open to quick, affordable local healthcare; expect efficient service and low costs compared to North America.Explore wholesale markets for unbeatable bargains; expect vast selections and everything made in China.Spring, Chongqing
18 min2025-04THE MEGA CITY MOST FAMOUS FOR HOTPOT IN THE WORLD! (First impressions of Chongqing, China)Chongqing Hotpot and Cyberpunk Megacity Experience: First ImStart your day with a local breakfast on Vegetable Street, then wander the market to see fresh produce and daily life.Visit Liy Bus station for a classic Chongqing photo moment with the train passing through buildings.Spring, Chongqing
15 min2025-03China's Perfectly Preserved History in the most UNEXPECTED PLACEDazu Rock Carvings in Chongqing: UNESCO World Heritage and aWalk the 637-meter main street of Yangzi ancient town, where locals still live with open doors—a rare glimpse into daily life in a preserved Ming and Qing dynasTry the locally brewed grain wine on wine street; the aroma fills the air. It's made from sour gum, not grapes, offering a unique taste of traditional Chinese cSpring, Chongqing
15 min2025-01THIS WAS ONE OF THE BEST DAYS OF MY LIFE! | Exploring Zhangjiajie's Ultimate AdventuresZhangjiajie Adventure: Tianmen Mountain, Glass Bridge & Heaven's GateThe glass bridge at Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon offers views across the canyon and a walk above the landscape. Petrena notes that crowds can build, especially duriZhangjiajie also has a zipline and a bungee-jumping area with mountain views. Check the site's safety requirements and participation rules before choosing eitheWinter, Zhangjiajie / Hunan
11 min2025-01The City with the FRIENDLIEST People in the World! | First impressions of Fuzhou, ChinaFuzhou, China: First Impressions of a Rising StarThis particular street depicts life hundreds of years ago, with wooden buildings and traditional shops. Observe the unique architecture and imagine life in a byUtilize WeChat Pay for convenient and cashless transactions throughout your travels in China. Download the app beforehand for a smooth experience.Winter, Fuzhou / Fujian
15 min2025-01I visited the HAPPIEST City in China! | Changsha, Hunan ProvinceChangsha Travel Guide: Exploring China's Happiest CityChangsha feels uncrowded and relaxing to Petrena despite its population of ten million. She also comments on the clean, well-kept streets during her visit. She Changsha's metro is easy for Petrena to use. She pays contactlessly through Alipay, avoiding the need to carry cash for the ride. She describes the system as smWinter, Changsha / Hunan
17 min2024-04CHINA'S PANDA PARADISE | Chengdu Is A MUST VISIT Destination!Chengdu Panda Paradise: A Sichuan AdventureFor panda viewing, visit early in the morning when the park opens at 7:30 a.m., as pandas are most active then and tend to get sleepy around 1 p.m..Book your tickets to the Chengdu Panda Breeding Research Center through the official WeChat channel.Spring, Chengdu / Sichuan
24 min2024-04THE MEGACITY YOU'VE NEVER HEARD OF | First Impressions Of Chongqing, ChinaChongqing Megacity: First Impressions of China's Futuristic CityThe Glen View ITC Plaza hotel offers an incredible buffet breakfast with a wide selection of food, definitely worth including in your stay.In China, restaurants typically serve warm water, believed to be healthier for digestion. This is a cultural difference from places like Canada where ice water Spring, Chongqing
23 min2024-03GUANGZHOU IS SO MODERN! | A Canadian's First Time To ChinaGuangzhou Exploration: A Canadian's First Impressions of Modern ChinaThe Timmy Hotel in Tianhe is an affordable option near public transport and amenities. Consider booking ahead, especially in peak season, to secure a room in thDownload Alipay before traveling to China and link a credit card. Alina found it useful for transport and other services during her Guangzhou visit.Spring, Guangzhou / Guangdong
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