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Mike and Ashley Vlogs spend their first day in Chengdu walking through the city, staying at the Anye Hotel and looking for physical SIM cards. They notice Ginkgo leaves falling, explore neighborhood shops and older buildings, search for Luckin Coffee and try Dan Dan noodles. Their conversations include local meal customs and practical payment observations. They also find a park and an unexpected waterfall while continuing their walk through the city.
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First impressions on foot
Mike and Ashley Vlogs spend their first day exploring Chengdu, beginning with a search for physical SIM cards. They stay at the Anye Hotel, which they describe as a budget-friendly option with good value. Walking through the surrounding streets lets them take in the neighborhood’s shops, uniform sellers and mix of newer and older buildings. They compare the city’s cleanliness with Beijing and notice the number of street sweepers.
Their walk brings small discoveries: a dog in a winter coat, Ginkgo leaves falling like snow, and a search for Luckin Coffee. They discuss Emei Shan Temple and find a cute hat along the way. Choosing to walk instead of taking the subway gives them a sense of the city’s scale and lets them look more closely at its architecture.
Noodles, local customs and a waterfall
The pair explore a street-food area with fresh ingredients and aromatic smells. They try Dan Dan noodles and other local dishes, sharing their reactions. The conversation also touches on a local custom around drinking water during meals and traditional Chinese medicine explanations they encounter. They discuss their two YouTube channels, including a more informal channel for behind-the-scenes footage.
Later, Mike and Ashley find a park and an unexpected waterfall, then continue exploring hidden corners of Chengdu. They also mention international cards at China Construction Bank ATMs and note that Alipay may not accept every international card, with UnionPay as another option. The day combines practical errands, food, city walks and unplanned stops. They find a park and an unexpected waterfall while walking through Chengdu, pausing to take in the spot before continuing their day. For practical travel, the pair mention that China Construction Bank ATMs accept international cards. They note that Alipay may not accept every international card and name UnionPay as another payment option. They also describe the belief about drinking water during meals as connected with traditional Chinese medicine. Their two YouTube channels serve different purposes: one has curated videos and the other carries more raw, behind-the-scenes vlogs.
FAQs (From the traveler's perspective)
- Q: What did Mike and Ashley do during their first Chengdu visit?
- A: They walked around the city, stayed at the Anye Hotel, searched for physical SIM cards, tried Dan Dan noodles and found a park and waterfall.
- Q: Where did the travelers get cash?
- A: They note that China Construction Bank ATMs accept international cards, though travelers should check their own card terms and fees.
- Q: What payment option did they mention besides Alipay?
- A: The video notes that Alipay may not accept every international card and mentions UnionPay as an alternative.
