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@malvediefenbach

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Jun 19

This is a really thorough plan, you've done your homework. One thing I'd add for Day 1 is that the museum inside the ancient town is tiny, you'll be through it in 20 minutes. I'd spend that extra time...

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Things to Do in Dadukou (2026)

Good list. One thing the guide doesn't mention about the Ancient Town, there's a small tea house near the south gate called Qingfeng Teahouse that does a proper gongfu service for about 25 CNY. Most p...

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Jul 28

Taizhou

First Time in Taizhou: Complete Guide 2026

Used this guide last fall and it's accurate. One thing I'd add is that the shared e-bikes around Jiaojiang Old Street have a specific parking zone near the east gate, otherwise the app charges you a 2...

Cilacap

Best Food in Cilacap (2026)

oh man, i gotta say the getuk lindri from the street vendor near the train station is a sleeper hit. it's like IDR 5,000 for a little pack and the pandan flavor is super fresh, way better than the one...

Jul 27

Beihai

Best Day Trips from Beihai (2026)

I did the Weizhou Island day trip and it was tight but doable if you catch the 8 AM ferry. The Catholic church in Shengtang Village is a quick stop but the real surprise for me was the volcanic rock f...

Jun 28

Yingkou

Things to Do in Yingkou (2026)

**🏛️ Start at Xishi Old Street** Xishi Old Street is the historic heart of Yingkou, with well-preserved Qing-era buildings and cobblestone lanes. It's located at 88 Xishi Street, and entry is free. Vi...

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Jun 26

Huainan

Best Food in Huainan (2026)

**🍜 Signature Dish: Huainan Beef Soup** No visit to Huainan is complete without trying the famous Huainan beef soup, a rich and aromatic broth simmered for hours with local spices and tender beef. He...

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Jun 12

Al Hudaydah

Where to stay in Al Hudaydah for a month?

I'm heading to Al Hudaydah in two months for a month-long stay and trying to figure out which neighborhood to base myself in. I'll be working remotely and want somewhere safe with decent internet and...

33 3 1mo

May 26

Hongshan

Getting around Hongshan next month?

I'm heading to Hongshan in a few weeks and trying to figure out the best way to get around the city. Is the metro system easy to use for a first timer, or should I rely on buses and taxis?

23 3 2mos

Apr 29

Beijing

Peking U Food?

Spent a week near Peking University, absolutely loved the campus architecture. Seriously stunning. But man, the food options around there felt...limited? I mostly stuck to the campus canteen, which wa...

1110 4 3mos