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Ningbo Exploration: Dongqian Lake, Wanda Plaza & Unexpected Moments

She Never Expected Me to Do THIS in Ningbo, China 🇨🇳 (Priceless Reaction!)

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She Never Expected Me to Do THIS in Ningbo, China 🇨🇳 (Priceless Reaction!)

She Never Expected Me to Do THIS in Ningbo. This was filmed by On Tour With Dridgers #OTWD. Watch the full journey and explore the filming details and destinations on this page.

Join us on an unforgettable adventure in Ningbo, China, where we did something so unexpected that her reaction was absolutely priceless! In this video, we explore the stunning Dongqian Lake, one of Ningbo’s most beautiful natural wonders, and dive into the bustling energy of Wanda Plaza Mall, where modernity meets tradition.

But that’s not all—we hit the streets of Ningbo to indulge in mouthwatering street food, from savory skewers to sweet treats that will leave you craving more. And then... the moment you’ve been waiting for: the unexpected thing we did that left her completely shocked!

--- On Tour With Dridgers #OTWD
March 11, 2025, Spring in China

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British couple Reanne and Ben of On Tour With Dridgers spend a day in Ningbo, China. After a Chinese breakfast they rent electric bikes and ride to Dongqian Lake, then visit the modern Wanda Plaza mall. In the evening they work their way through a street food market, trying skewers, noodles and pancakes while using a few words of Mandarin and translation apps to talk to vendors. The day ends with a look at the chicken on the McDonald's menu in China.

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She Never Expected Me to Do THIS in Ningbo, China 🇨🇳 (Priceless Reaction!)

Electric bikes and Dongqian Lake

On Tour With Dridgers are Reanne and Ben, a British travel couple, and this video covers a day in Ningbo, China. It starts with a traditional Chinese breakfast. Then they rent electric bikes, which takes longer than expected: they need the right apps, and working out how the rental works takes several tries and a lot of laughing. Once they are moving, the bikes are a cheap and easy way to cover distance, and their advice is to download the apps before you arrive.

They ride to Dongqian Lake, one of the largest freshwater lakes in Zhejiang province. The lakeside is calm, and in summer it is busy with local people out for the day. It is the place they would tell other visitors not to skip.

Wanda Plaza, street food and noodles

Back in the city they visit Wanda Plaza, a modern mall with international and local brands. They look through the shops, find products they have not seen at home and stop for a coffee. Reanne and Ben also mention WeChat: almost everything runs through it, and its built-in translator helps with menus and signs. A Watson's card gives discounts at Watson's stores.

In the evening they go to a street food market. They try savoury skewers, pancakes and sweet snacks, describing each one as they eat. Their Mandarin is limited, so ordering involves pointing, a few words and translation apps on their phones, and the vendors and shop staff go out of their way to help. They also try a bowl of local noodles, one of their favourite dishes of the day. The last stop is McDonald's, where the chicken on the Chinese menu is not what they expected.

Reanne and Ben keep a relaxed, good-humoured attitude when things don't go to plan, and that makes the video useful for first-time visitors: it shows how much you can do in Ningbo with an electric bike, a phone and a willingness to try food you can't name.

FAQs (From the traveler's perspective)

Q: What's the best way to get around Ningbo?
A: Electric bikes are fun and affordable, but expect a learning curve with the rental apps at first.
Q: What's the food like in Ningbo?
A: The street food at the night market is very good and there's a lot of variety. The noodles and the pancakes were our favourites.
Q: How easy is it to communicate with people in Ningbo if you don't speak Chinese?
A: It can be hard, but people are very helpful and will try to communicate even when you only know a few words. A translation app on your phone helps a lot.
Q: Which place in Ningbo should you not miss?
A: Dongqian Lake is worth a visit. It's very beautiful, especially in the summer months.
Q: What are some tips for using WeChat in China?
A: Almost everything runs through WeChat. Use the in-app translator to understand menus and signs, and get a Watson's card for discounts at Watson's stores.

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Ningbo Exploration: Dongqian Lake, Wanda Plaza & Unexpected Moments

Join us on an unforgettable adventure in **Ningbo, China** 🇨🇳, where we did something so unexpected that *her reaction was absolutely priceless!* In this video, we explore the stunning **Dongqian Lake**, one of Ningbo’s most beautiful natural wonders, and dive into the bustling energy of **Wanda...

Ningbo Exploration: Electric Bikes, Street Food & Wanda Plaza

Embark on an unexpected adventure in Ningbo, China with On Tour With Dridgers! This vlog captures the essence of Ningbo, from the serene beauty of Dongqian Lake to the vibrant energy of Wanda Plaza Mall. Indulge in a culinary journey through Ningbo's captivating street food scene, before experiencing a truly priceless moment of surprise. Get ready for a whirlwind tour of modern and traditional China, filled with unexpected twists and turns.

Attractions in this video: Dongqian Lake, Wanda Plaza