Travel Guides & Tips in this video
- Tip 1Pack for a cool evening as temperatures drop to around five degrees at night; layer up and prepare for sudden cold snaps. (02:25)
- Tip 2Upgrade sometimes happens without asking; ask for a view or upgrade if available, especially in traditional guest houses. (04:29)
- Tip 3When exploring old towns, sample small bites from multiple stalls to avoid overcommitting at one place and to discover regional flavors. (06:56)
- Tip 4Try local snacks in small portions and share to compare flavors with travel companions; some items may be pricey but worth tasting. (11:50)
- Tip 5Use local mobile payment apps like AliPay for easy purchases and check prices before buying larger quantities. (21:40)
In this second day of their Yunnan adventure, the Girls On The Loose team lands in Li Jiang, Li Jang, China, and immediately falls for the snow-capped Jade Dragon Snow Mountain that dominates the skyline. Pat and Steph settle into a traditional guest house perched above a sunlit courtyard, upgraded to a more spacious room for a bargain price, and remark on how value for money in China remains unbeatable. They explore the town’s square and its ancient Naxi district, wandering through bustling streets lined with flower cake shops, yak milk candy stalls, and an array of tea and fruit snack vendors. The duo bonds with locals who greet them warmly, test their Chinese, and introduce a mosaic of local flavors—from flower cakes and taro or rose pastries to yak yogurt and various dried berries. They savor a simple but hearty local dinner—chicken rice and noodles—while reflecting on how surprisingly friendly and English-speaking the younger locals are compared with their prior memories of China.
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Pat and Steph arrive in Li Jiang, Yunnan, and are greeted by blue skies and a majestic Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. They stay in a traditional guest house with a courtyard view and are impressed by the value and upgrade they receive. The day unfolds with a stroll through the old town, where they sample handmade flower cakes, rose pastries, taro, and other yak milk snacks. They chat with locals, practice a little Chinese, and note how friendly and generous people are, contrasting this trip with past experiences in China. They buy small treats to share with colleagues, try yak yogurt, and explore the market stalls offering dried berries and teas. The ladies end the day with a local dinner of chicken rice and noodles, reflecting on the evolving English proficiency among Chinese youth and the overall pleasant, tourist-friendly atmosphere of Li Jiang. Pat comments on the friendliness and Steph chimes in about the delicious flavors, while both look forward to more exploration the next day.
FAQs (From the traveler's perspective)
- Q: Is Li Jiang touristy for first-time visitors?
- A: Yes, but the town still feels authentic with friendly locals, especially outside the busiest square areas.