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Top 5 Things to Do around Dali and Lijiang

Posted on October 17, 2017

Yunnan Province—which literally means “South of the Clouds” due to its location just south of the Tibetan Plateau—is home to verdant low-lying valleys, spectacular white-capped mountains, rustic towns and villages, and a lively mix of ethnic minority communities. Dali and Lijiang are two of our favorite destinations in this province and they are great to visit […]

Beijing | Harbin | Insider Advice | Tibet

China in Winter: Where Should I Visit?

Posted on October 20, 2016

China in winter is home to many unexpected cold weather wonderlands. Instead of getting the winter blues this year, embrace the season and enjoy unique experiences that rival any of those you could have in the warmer months. – For many travelers, winter might not be the preferred time to visit the Middle Kingdom. But, be that as […]

Insider Advice

WildChina founder and Dali-native Mei Zhang’s Insider Tips to Dali

Posted on September 14, 2016

Dali is the perfect backdrop for a truly authentic Chinese travel experience. From stunning mountains to decadent gastronomic delights, the city of Dali and its surrounding areas provide visitors with a one-of-a-kind immersion into a China both old and new. Experience Dali like an insider with my six tips only a native would know about – Fighting […]

Dali and Lijiang

Self-Guided Biking Tour of Dali [Downloadable Map]

Posted on May 11, 2016

Grab your camera and get ready to see our favorite parts of Dali on this self-guided biking tour. Download the map to begin your own Dali adventure.

Destinations

Dali, Embracing the Slow-paced Life

Posted on April 9, 2015

Dali, in southwest China’s Yunnan province, has always been an idyllic getaway, but in recent years it can feel overcrowded by tourists. How can travelers to Dali rediscover and immerse themselves in the relaxing, slow-paced lifestyle that this town is known for? As a Dali native, let me give you some tips. After years of […]

It’s all about the tea…WildChina Expert Jeff Fuchs

Posted on April 30, 2014

Musings from WildChina Explorer and Expert Jeff Fuchs on the importance of the Ancient Tea & Horse Caravan Road, and why we should all bump it up on our travel list… The Ancient Tea & Horse Caravan Road has long held the attention of explorers and vagabonds alike for the fact that it represents one […]

Destinations | Yunnan

Tour Erhai Lake by Bicycle

Posted on September 25, 2013

A WildChina employee takes off on an impromptu bike ride… Escaping Dali After exploring the bustling streets of Dalizhen in Yunnan Province, we needed an escape to mother nature. With the towering Cangshan Mountains encircling beautiful Erhai Lake, we decided to see what the waterfront had to offer. We considered a leisurely day trip down […]

Other News

Bakery 88: From Auspicious Start to Dali Staple

Posted on July 20, 2012

Coffee, crumpets, and the chance to be cosseted by Karine Kafrell–chemical engineer, entrepreneur, and baker extraordinaire. This is what awaits customers at Bakery 88 in Dali, Yunnan. A German bakery specializing in organic breads and jams made from locally sourced ingredients, Bakery 88 now resides at Foreigner Street Center 52 in Dali. Perhaps the bakery’s […]

In the News

WCT Founder Mei Zhang featured in SmartCEO

Posted on November 3, 2011

In the November’s edition of SmartCEO, WildChina Founder Zhang Mei was asked, “What’s your splurge?” Other CEOs said steakhouses and a new spiffy suit; to no one’s surprise, travel was Mei’s answer. She explains, “During the working days, both my husband and I work, and we have, on average, one hour with the kids in […]

Tibet

THINK Global School videos their Journey to Tiger Leaping Gorge

Posted on September 1, 2011

Students at THINK Global School really got to experience Yunnan with a different perspective. WildChina exposed the students to Dongba culture, Tibetan language, and Tiger Leaping Gorge, among others. Photographer / videographer Lindsay Clark put together some footage from the morning market in Shaping. The class thrived off of the interactions with locals: “Snapping photos, speaking […]