China

Is Pingyao Worth Visiting On The Way from Beijing to Xi’an?

Is Pingyao worth visiting on the way from Beijing to Xi’an? Beijing to Pingyao is about 4 hours by train. China’s system of high-speed trains…

Close-up view of the detailed facial features and unique hairstyles of ancient soldier statues, a famous highlight of the Terracotta Army in Xi'an, China.

Visiting the Terracotta Army in Xi’An: What It’s Really Like

Did you know that you can take a step back in time and visit the Terracotta Army in Xi’An, China? The Terracotta Army and Emperor…

Rechargeable transit card used for Beijing public transportation on the metro and buses.

How to Use Beijing Public Transit Plus 11 Places to Go

Is it easy to get around via Beijing public transit? Beijing is a surprisingly accessible city if you get a Beijing public transportation smart card.…

Traditional pagoda reflected on the calm waters of West Lake in Hangzhou China.

Is Hangzhou Worth It? A Love/Hate Guide to West Lake

You may be wondering: Is Hangzhou worth visiting? Hangzhou was our first stop on an extended two-week vacation in China which was in turn part…

The Mutianyu section of the Great Wall winds up a green, tree-covered mountain, viewed from the archway of a watchtower.

Mutianyu Great Wall Day Trip by Car: Travel Like a VIP from Beijing

Visiting the Mutianyu Great Wall of China from Beijing is an experience that should not be missed, but one that we almost did… I feel…