YUNNAN: PLACE LIKE NO OTHER
Take the chance to see parts of rural China off the tourist trail and marvel at the undiscovered beauty of this fascinating country.
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YANG SHUO, GUILIN: THE RUSTIC CHARM OF UNTOUCHED CHINA
Take a raft down its beautiful crystal-clear rivers, cycle past its mystical mountains, picturesque paddy fields, and be enchanted by its spectacular Karst scenery and bizarre rock formations.
MACAU: BLENDING OLD AND NEW
Macau is where tradition meets modernity. From glitzy casinos and decadent foie gras, down to the humble relics and worn cobblestones, magnificent Macau’s allure lies in its stark juxtaposition of the old with the new.
SHANGHAI’S COOLEST HOTELS
With a seemingly endless array of hotels and new ones springing up all the time, it can be hard work searching for a decent room in Shanghai. Below is a guide to the city’s most fabulous accommodations, from five-star stunners housed in towering skyscrapers to beautifully renovated pre-war villas.
GREAT ITINERARIES IN SHANGHAI
Shanghai is fast and tough, so bring good shoes and a lot of patience. Don’t expect the grandeur of ancient sights, but rather relish the small details like exquisitely designed art-deco buildings or laid-back cafés. Shanghai hides her gems well, so it’s important to be observant and look up and around. The crowds of people and the constant change can make travelers weary, so take advantage of the wide range of eateries and convenient benches.