I’ve been studying Mandarin for a couple years now and my teacher invited me to meet her and her husband in her hometown in Guangzhou in July. I’ve decided to go for it and see how much I’ve learned.
I can’t say I’m entirely free from trepidation for a number of reasons, the first of which is just feeling intimidated by the size and scope of China and all the things that make it somewhat inconvenient. For instance, not being able to sign up for WeChat here in the states, navigating ticket sales there, etc.
Anyone here have experience traveling in the mainland? I’ll be with my teacher for the second week, but solo for the first week. Tibet requires a tour so I should be good there.
This is my itinerary: Shanghai-Zhangjiajie-Guizhou-Chongqing-Chengdu-Xining-Lhasa-Shanghai (then home).
I’ve booked flights already but will get train tickets when there. I’m also curious about solo dining if you have recommendations.
I can’t say I’m entirely free from trepidation for a number of reasons, the first of which is just feeling intimidated by the size and scope of China and all the things that make it somewhat inconvenient. For instance, not being able to sign up for WeChat here in the states, navigating ticket sales there, etc.
Anyone here have experience traveling in the mainland? I’ll be with my teacher for the second week, but solo for the first week. Tibet requires a tour so I should be good there.
This is my itinerary: Shanghai-Zhangjiajie-Guizhou-Chongqing-Chengdu-Xining-Lhasa-Shanghai (then home).
I’ve booked flights already but will get train tickets when there. I’m also curious about solo dining if you have recommendations.