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RE: Countryside Lodge in Southern China

by chrisj 28 April 2012

How about Kaiping, almost in your own backyard? Just 2 hours south of Guangzhou, & very few tourists. Zili Village, Chikan, Majianglong,…
RE: hong kong--guangxi--han noi

by drumbrake 23 April 2012

After Macau, spend a day or so in Kaiping. Then go to Yangshuo, and also see the rice terraces and Chengyang Bridge.Then down to Nanning…
RE: Guangdong

by my_bluedog 22 April 2012

Yes, Guangzhou is worth then a couple of days, I don't know why people don't Guangzhou, check out Shamian Island, take a day trip to Feilai…
RE: Guangdong

by dingwave 21 April 2012

Cheers,889. We'll be there in late May so after the Trade Fair. The Father-in-law will take us around the area near Taishan a bit so…
RE: Guangzhou after midnight

by jykl 20 April 2012

Thank you. Is there a biggest Buddha in Foshan ? I have thought of going to Kaiping or Zhaoxing instead but both will take up 4 hrs for…
RE: Guangzhou after midnight

by my_bluedog 20 April 2012

There are more then one Airport Express Bus to different part of Guangzhou (I think 3 to 4), but I think most stop running after midnight,…
RE: China small towns...all the same?

by chrisj 19 April 2012

I would add Chikan / Kaiping to the list. It's 2 hours by bus south of Guangzhou, & very under rated, and to date, not crowded with tourist…
RE: 3 days in South China

by kevinasia 13 April 2012

Thanks all - Kaiping was really very interesting and wothwhile!
RE: Seeking advice on a 5-week China itinerary

by drumbrake 09 April 2012

You do have a double entry China visa? Otherwise you will need a new one when you want to leave Hong Kong for Guilin. Guangzhou has its…
RE: 3 days in South China

by drumbrake 31 March 2012

Besides Zhaoqing and Kaiping, there is Guangzhou itself. Shamian island is nice for half a day. North of Guangzhou is Qingyuan - has a…
RE: 3 days in South China

by kevinasia 31 March 2012

Thanks all - Kaiping sounds quite nice. Any other suggestions?
RE: 3 days in South China

by fluffydragon 30 March 2012

I have heard good things about Kaiping on this forum (do a search--there is lots of info) as a nice side trip from Hong Kong or Macau.…
RE: 3 days in South China

by drumbrake 30 March 2012

Most nationalities need a visa for China. Some nationalities can get a short 5 day visa only for Zhuhai just across the border from Macau…
RE: Kaiping Diaolous

by jeanctc 04 March 2012

HI drumbrake!! I am still searching for info on Kaiping and I found your very detailed and informative post,however none of the links…
RE: Off the beaten tracks cities/towns/villages near Hong Kong??

by jeanctc 28 February 2012

Thanks again to both of you!! Saw Kaiping in the Chinese timetable,however there is no Meizhou but there s Meixian!! Am still undecided…
RE: Off the beaten tracks cities/towns/villages near Hong Kong??

by drumbrake 28 February 2012

Maybe Kaiping - not a minority village, but very scenic (although if the weather is cold, not so good). Takes three hours by direct bus.…
Re: Almost 3 weeks in Southern China. Need your advice.

by Aquatarkus 23 February 2012

Thanks *drumbrake* Are these ferries from HKIA to Shenzhen easy to find there? It's not a bad idea to skip Dali altogether, considerin…
Re: Almost 3 weeks in Southern China. Need your advice.

by jiejie 23 February 2012

Agree with drumbrake on all points. Maybe cut out Guangzhou except as transport hub and head for the Kaiping diaolou for a day, then…
RE: where to go from guangzhou in february

by drumbrake 05 February 2012

Not a great season to be travelling. Make sure you have some warm clothes. Places you could consider include Qingyuan and see the temples;…
RE: 7 weeks in southern China

by drumbrake 05 February 2012

Get a map or LP and make a list of places you are interested in.Of the top of my head, I'd choose the following: Macau, then Kaiping;…
RE: There are some updates in the LP book for Kaiping, Guangdong, China.

by chrisj 02 February 2012

I was just in Kaiping, and found the suggestion in LP to pay 350 yuan for a taxi a tad disingenuous. A day ticket purchased at Zili Village…
There are some updates in the LP book for Kaiping, Guangdong, China.

by dudbiz 01 February 2012

Hello, There are some updates in the LP book for Kaiping, Guangdong, China. You don't worry about the transportation. The new free shuttle…
RE: Recommendations for travel spots in Guangdong Province

by JoyC 19 January 2012

Thank you guys, I was planing to see the Diaolou in Kaiping so I'm glad to see you all recommend it too:-) How about a place called Luofu…
RE: Recommendations for travel spots in Guangdong Province

by johnlau 13 January 2012

Danxia Mountain in Shaoguan is recommended for two days visiting to enjoy the unique natural Danxia landscape. And then the two days visit…
RE: Recommendations for travel spots in Guangdong Province

by Shefgab 12 January 2012

The tulou in Kaiping are quite interesting for a day or so.