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Imperial dragon patterns

Mei Zhang, Founder of WildChina, selected as Judge for 2010 Tourism for Tomorrow Awards

Mei Zhang, founder of WildChina, was recently named as a judge on the Finalist Selection Committee for the 2010 Tourism for Tomorrow Awards. The awards, organized by the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), are “aimed at...
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Girl praying at an ancient temple

What are the similarities between a Chinese funeral and wedding?

“We sat around the table on stools, lunching on simple foods, stir-fried greens, meats and rice. Nainai had her bowl as well – placed by one of her grandsons at the foot of her coffin....
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Buddhist sculpture and art

WildChina Twitter Live Q+A: Answers for You, and Books for Children

Never been to China before? Don’t know where to start planning a trip? Maybe you’ve already been to China’s major cities and their respective attractions. You want a trip that is adventurous, off the beaten...
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Traditional Chinese Architecture

Top places to visit if you travel to China for Modern Art

I had some Chinese friends over for dinner over the weekend and we were all lamenting the fact that we missed out buying a piece of Zhang Xiaogang’s portrait of a Chinese family. For those...
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Imperial dragon patterns

How can you save money when traveling to China with an iPhone?

I learned how expensive it is to use my Iphone in China, the hard way! When I landed at Beijing airport and turned on my iPhone, the first text message popped up: “AT&T Free Msg:...
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The mystic Yellow Mountain in Anhui

China’s Next Generation

I must be out of touch with China’s next generation. The son of a friend of mine called me up for some advice on career. This is how the conversation went: Son of a Friend...
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Chinese door in Hutong alley

Where should you go if it’s your first and only trip to China?

I recommend a classic China itinerary for your first and only trip to China: 1) Beijing (3 days) – Imperial Chinese history 2) Xi’an (1 day) – Ancient Chinese history 3) Yunnan Province (7 days) – Colorful ethnic...
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Girl praying at an ancient temple

Happy with WildChina service

Received this review from a WildChina client: As a general statement, let me just say that we were TOTALLY pleased with the services that WildChina provided us through the efforts of Jenny, Stuart and our...
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The mystic Yellow Mountain in Anhui

For breathable air, visit Beijing in October

A friend/WildChina client sent me the note regarding breathable air in Beijing: “About China and the air quality in Beijing, I think your statement “Loved the energy there, but worried about the air quality” sums...
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The mystic Yellow Mountain in Anhui

Food for your picky eaters in China

I don’t think anybody else can have a pickier eater than my son. I know, a lot of other mothers feel the same way about their own children. Well, traveling to China with picky eaters...
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