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Top Things To Do In Yunnan

Reasons to Love Yunnan, China – 88 of Them!

Words: Louise Miller Photos: Monica Tindall Only one day into our tour of Yunnan province, over an exquisite mushroom banquet at The Silk Tree Hotel in Kunming, Monica and I were set a challenge: amid the many toasts, speeches and much banter, our host suggested th…

Top Travel Tips Yunnan China

Top Travel Tips Yunnan, China – Visas, Money & More

Words: Louise Miller Photos: Monica Tindall A trip to China’s most diverse province and the country’s south-western gateway will reward any visitor with incredible cultural, culinary and natural discoveries. The hardest part of preparing for a trip to Yunnan …

Top Things To Do In Yunnan

Top Things To Do In Yunnan Province, China

Words: Louise Miller Photos: Monica Tindall If I had to summarise Yunnan in just one word, my choice would be an easy one – diversity. This fascinating province in south-west China is known to be one of the country’s most diverse not only in terms of its ethnic …

What To Do in Shangri-La, Yunnan

What To Do In Shangri-la, Yunnan – Attractions & Food

Words: Louise Miller Photos: Monica Tindall It’s hard to hear the name Shangri-la without it conjuring up images of the utopian world created in James Hilton’s Lost Horizon or indeed the luxury and relaxation associated by the beloved hotel group. Formerly know…

Street Food Yunnan

Yunnan Street Food – Must Try Dishes Yunnan

Words: Louise Miller Photos: Monica Tindall One of the first images that pops into my mind when I think of China, is the hustle and bustle of street vendors industriously grilling, frying, stirring and shouting about their tantalisingly delicious fare. This ima…

Where to Eat in Dali, Yunnan, Best Restaurants

Words: Louise Miller Photos: Monica Tindall With an overwhelming choice of restaurants, Dali is a great place for fervent foodies. We had some delicious meals here so in no particular order, here are the highlights: Where to Eat in Dali Long Xing Yuan (Prosperity …

Travel Tips Kunming, Yunnan

Travel Tips Kunming – What To Do, Where To Eat & Stay

Words: Louise Miller Photos: Monica Tindall Situated in the middle of Yunnan at an altitude of 1900m, Kunming is the modern capital of the province and a gateway to the rest of China and South-East Asia. Its accessibility is due not only to high-speed rail connecti…

SilkTree Hotel Kunming

SilkTree Hotel Kunming – Luxury Accommodation Yunnan

Words: Louise Miller Photos: Monica Tindall As elegant as the fabric of its name, The SilkTree Hotel seems to envelop you in comforting luxury as you step into the reception. Oriental style abounds: light wooden lattice wall panels line the reception area surrou…

Xue Cheng Restaurant Yunnan

Xue Cheng Restaurant, Roast Duck, Kunming, Yunnan

Words: Louise Miller Photos: Monica Tindall It’s always a good sign when a restaurant is heaving with happy local patrons. It’s an even better one when the busy bustle takes place on a weekday lunchtime. When our companion Wu, ushers Monica and I through the grand e…

Wild Mushroom Market Kunming

Wild Mushroom Market Kunming, Mushroom Mania Yunnan

Wild Mushroom Market Kunming, Mushroom Mania, Yunnan Words: Louise Miller Photos: Monica Tindall Could Yunnan really have enough mushroom mileage to fill ten days worth of culinary discovery? This was one of the many thoughts that ran through my mind after rece…