11 Must-Have Apps for Traveling in China

Apps para viajar a China - Apps for Traveling in China

Traveling to China is a truly unique experience, but the language, culture, and certain tech restrictions can definitely be a challenge. If you don’t prepare properly before your trip, you might arrive and suddenly realize that many of the apps you normally use simply don’t work there. That’s why I’ve written this post, to help … Read more

Organized trip to Yunnan: 13 amazing days in deep China

Viaje Organizado a Yunnan - Organized trip to Yunnan

Do you want to discover one of the most surprising and authentic regions of China?This 13-day organized trip to Yunnan will take you deep into the heart of the real China: stunning rice terraces, traditional villages, ancient cultures, and breathtaking landscapes straight out of a movie. With a Spanish-speaking guide and private transportation, you’ll explore … Read more

15-day Alternative trip to China: Yunnan and Avatar Mountains

Ruta alternativa por China - Zhangjiajie - Montañas de Avatar

This 15-day alternative trip to China is designed for those who want to visit the stunning and impressive Avatar Mountains (Zhangjiajie). In addition to: Moreover, with this alternative route, we aim to avoid the typical China trip to: Beijing, Shanghai, the Terracotta Warriors of Xi’an, and the Guilin mountains. Instead, we visit other places that … Read more

Huangguoshu: A guide to the Largest Waterfall in China

Cascada Huangguoshu con Arcoiris, Guizhou, China

Huangguoshu Waterfall is the largest waterfall in China and one of the largest in Asia. This impressive waterfall, located in Guizhou Province, is known for its size, natural beauty, and for being one of the few waterfalls in the world with an accessible cave behind the curtain of water. Huangguoshu Waterfall is situated in Guizhou … Read more

English teacher in China: my experience working in Yunnan

Profesor de inglés en China (English Teacher in China)

If you are thinking about going to work as an English teacher in China, you are wondering what it must be like and what requirements are needed; here I am going to tell you a little about my experience during the 3 years I was working for a Chinese school in the city of Kunming, … Read more

The best of Yunnan: the Most Spectacular Locations

Qué ver en Yunnan - Ciudad antigua de Lijiang

Here is a list of the best of Yunnan; the essential places to visit if you are planning a trip to Yunnan. Yunnan is a province in southwestern China that is known to be the most diverse in the whole country. Every year, more and more people are coming to Yunnan to learn about its … Read more

Bangkok Guide: Best places to see in 2-3 days

Qué ver en Bangkok - Mirador Monte Dorado (What to see in Bangkok)

Bangkok, the vibrant capital of Thailand, is renowned for its stunning Buddhist architecture and lively street life. The city seamlessly blends the spirituality of its ancient temples with the energy of bustling markets filled with delicious food stalls and vibrant neighborhoods that contrast with modern skyscrapers and luxurious shopping malls. While many of Bangkok’s most … Read more

What to see in Kunming (Yunnan): Complete Travel Guide

Qué ver en Kunming (Yunnan) - Green Lake

Have you ever heard of Kunming? Do you know where Kunming is and what to see in Kunming? Kunming is the capital of the Yunnan Province, located in southwestern China. It has a population of approximately 7 million inhabitants and a temperate climate year-round. The first thing I knew about Yunnan Province was what I … Read more

Travel Tips for Vietnam: Travel Guide and recommendations

Guía de viaje de Vietnam - Bandera de Vietnam (Tips for Vietnam)

After a month traveling around Vietnam, I have created this practical guide with essential tips for traveling on your own. From basic information to recommendations of places you can’t miss, here you have everything you need to make the most of this fascinating country in Southeast Asia. In my case, I spent a month traveling … Read more

Crossing the land border between China and Vietnam

Puente frontera terrestre entre China y Vietnam

During my stay in Yunnan (China), I crossed the land border between China and Vietnam, passing through Hekou (Yunnan, China) and Lao Cai (Vietnam). It had been five years since my first visit to Vietnam, and I was eager to return. We spent two weeks visiting Vietnam and returned to China via the same border, … Read more

Living in China: 5 Curiosities that will Surprise You

Cómo es Vivir en China - Minorías étnicas de Yunnan (Living in China)

Living in China is quite an experience and, after 7 years in China, if there is one thing I have been able to prove is that this country is so different that it surprises you every day. Even when you’ve been there for a while, and you think you’ve seen it all, suddenly, it surprises … Read more

Practical tips for traveling to China: Essential Guide

Guía para viajar a China - Bailes tradicionales Naxi, Lijiang, Yunnan (Travel Tips for China)

Here is a guide for traveling to China, with a few tips for traveling to China and things you should know before you go: general information about the country, how to get a visa, what places to visit, tips for preparing your trip to China, and some curiosities that may help if you decide to … Read more

Best travel tips for Thailand on a trip for backpackers

Consejos viajar Tailandia - Koh Phi Phi (Thailand travel Tips)

Are you planning a trip to Thailand on your own? If so, here’s a list of travel tips for Thailand that will help you avoid unpleasant surprises and make the most of your experience. Although Thailand is a very touristy destination and famous for how easy it is to travel around the country, being well-informed … Read more

One day in Phnom Penh: Choeung Ek Killing Fields and the S-21 Prison

Phnom Penh - Campos de la Muerte (Killing Fields)

What to see in Phnom Penh is just one day? If you are traveling on short notice and can only stay one day in Phnom Penh, there are two places you can’t miss: the Choeung Ek Killing Fields and the S-21 Prison. Phnom Penh is the capital of Cambodia and the most populous city in … Read more

Trip to Sichuan: the Tibetan side of China

Viaje a Sichuan - Lago Xinlu, Ganzi (Sichuan Trip)

I went on a trip to Sichuan to see the province just north of Yunnan, where I have lived for years, working as an English teacher in Kunming. Western Sichuan (四川) not only borders Tibet, but is an area that formerly belonged to a region of Tibet until 1955 when it was annexed to Sichuan … Read more