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…
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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 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 – 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…
Shangri-La Beer, Craft Beer Brewery Shangri-la, China
Words: Louise Miller Photos: Monica Tindall Savouring our first sip of Shangri-la Beer’s Black Yak in Dali, Monica and I had no idea of the amazing discovery to which this initiation would lead. Its rich maltiness intrigued and compelled us to investigate this lo…
Shangri-La Resort Shangri-la, Diqing Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture
Words: Louise Miller Photos: Monica Tindall Where else to stay when in Shangri-la in the Diqing Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture than at the Shangri-La? The town for which the beloved hotel group is named boasts a relatively new addition to its collection: the Shan…
What To Do In Lijiang – Eat, Stay, Play – Lijiang, Yunnan
Words: Louise Miller Photos: Monica Tindall Lijiang, Yunnan is a worthy destination in itself but also makes a great stop for a couple of days on a trip between Kunming and Shangri-La. Well equipped for tourism, there are bountiful restaurants, luxury hotels and …
The One Resort Dali – Luxury Boutique Hotel Dali, Yunnan
Words: Louise Miller Photos: Monica Tindall The stylish Zen courtyard design of The One Resort Dali has a calming effect as soon as you pass the front entrance. Stone slabs span the coy carp inhabited water surrounding the reception and breakfast room providing a …
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 – 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 – 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…