Don't think you need a visa for simply transiting through Chinese airports if you're spending less than 48 hours in China. Travel agents...
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replied to a Thorn Tree thread called Flights from London to Seoul in the Asia - North-East Asia Branch
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replied to a Thorn Tree thread called Shanghai on business trip in the Asia - North-East Asia Branch
Tianzifang is a great area for exploring in the evenings. It's a network of labyrinthine alleys lined with boutiques, galleries, cafes,...
12 months ago -
replied to a Thorn Tree thread called No Tibet, Stuck in Chengdu, any suggestion on what to do around in the Asia - North-East Asia Branch
Spend 3-4 days visiting Jiuzhaigou and Huanglong.
12 months ago -
replied to a Thorn Tree thread called XIAN TRIPS in the Asia - North-East Asia Branch
Tomb of Emperor Jingdi (Han Yang Ling) is definitely worth it and it's not far. Famen temple is a long drive (3 hours each way) and not...
about 1 year ago -
replied to a Thorn Tree thread called China or Bust... in the Asia - North-East Asia Branch
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replied to a Thorn Tree thread called Shanghai: Jinmao Tower OR World Financial Centre Observation? in the Asia - North-East Asia Branch
I generally prefer Rough Guide to Lonely Planet, but LP does a much better job with its China guides, while RG is grossly incomplete and...
about 1 year ago -
replied to a Thorn Tree thread called Beijing-Xian-Hangzhou-Huangshan itinerary in the Asia - North-East Asia Branch
Second #7. Tomb of Emperor Jingdi (Han Yang Ling) is a must-see.
about 1 year ago -
replied to a Thorn Tree thread called Areas to See around Nanchang?! Lushan? Jingdezhen? in the Asia - North-East Asia Branch
Not sure about Lushan, but on most Chinese mountains there are porters for hire who carry people on a long reclining chair. Commonly used...
about 1 year ago -
replied to a Thorn Tree thread called Beijing-Xian-Hangzhou-Huangshan itinerary in the Asia - North-East Asia Branch
Day 9 is tight. Don't know how much you plan to hike, but if you want to do the West Sea Canyon loop, it'll take a whole day. With the...
about 1 year ago -
replied to a Thorn Tree thread called Guilin to Xi'an with 24 days. in the Asia - North-East Asia Branch
#5: you are right, I meant Leshan, but typed Dazu by mistake. I visited both on the same trip and got them mixed up....
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replied to a Thorn Tree thread called Hiking around the Xinan River, Huangshan area in the Asia - North-East Asia Branch
You're right Huangshan is all steps and stone paths, as are most established hiking trails in China. It's very different from North...
about 1 year ago -
replied to a Thorn Tree thread called Hiking around the Xinan River, Huangshan area in the Asia - North-East Asia Branch
Never done the hike near Shendu, but if you're avid hikers, I think it's worth spending two nights/three days on Huangshan: day 1 hike up...
about 1 year ago -
replied to a Thorn Tree thread called Guilin to Xi'an with 24 days. in the Asia - North-East Asia Branch
Definitely add Jiuzhaigou/Huanglong to your list, it's one of the highlights of China. Since you'll be in Dazu, why not visit Mt Emei as...
about 1 year ago -
replied to a Thorn Tree thread called Southeast China in the Asia - North-East Asia Branch
@paradise_found: thanks, we're finally gonna beat the Blackhawks this time!...
about 1 year ago -
posted a new Thorn Tree thread called Which museums in Lima? in the Americas - South America Branch
I have two full days in Lima after Cusco, and plan to see the old town, Huaca Pucllana, Pachacamac, and museums. The problem is there are...
about 1 year ago
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