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Our BRUTALLY HONEST Opinions of China After 70 days (Good, Bad, and the Ugly)
China Travel Vlog: Honest Review of 70-Day Adventure
We recently finished our first trip to China and a lot has happened. From being welcome with open arms to being stranded in the remote grasslands of Inner Mongolia we have a lot to talk about.
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We recently finished our first trip to China and a lot has happened. From being welcome with open arms to being stranded in the remote grasslands of Inner Mongolia we have a lot to talk about.
We greatly appreciate everyone who supports our dream of traveling the world, Thank you!
Til next time, Safe Travels!
Kiersten and Tyler share their brutally honest experience traveling through China for 70 days. Their journey included overwhelmingly positive interactions alongside unexpected challenges, like being stranded in Inner Mongolia. They offer a balanced perspective, highlighting both the good and the bad aspects of their adventure, promising a captivating and insightful travelogue.
We recently finished our first trip to China and a lot has happened. From being welcome with open arms to being stranded in the remote grasslands of Inner Mongolia we have a lot to talk about.
We greatly appreciate everyone who supports our dream of traveling the world, Thank you!
Til next time, Safe Travels!
Kiersten&Tyler Travel's 70-day China adventure is recounted in this video, offering a balanced view of their experiences. The couple initially faced skepticism from friends and family about their trip, but their experiences proved more nuanced. They highlight several unique cultural aspects of China, including the direct, curious stares of locals, which, when met with a smile and a greeting, are reciprocated. The lack of outside cultural influence is noted, with food and technology predominantly Chinese. While Google Maps and Google Translate may prove challenging, the couple recommends A Maps and WeChat as alternatives. They emphasize the delicious, unique food, even if descriptions might be unfamiliar.
The travelers highlight the phenomenal top-tier cities like Beijing and Shanghai, contrasting them with less developed prefecture-level cities. However, they emphasize China's ongoing infrastructure development. A significant positive aspect was the friendliness of the people, with Kiersten&Tyler invited to participate in Han Fu, a traditional Chinese clothing experience. They also praise the vibrant social life of people's parks.
Affordability is another strong point, with daily expenses averaging $75, thanks to affordable transportation (sleeper trains), accommodation ($30-$40/night), and incredibly inexpensive food. The efficiency and affordability of Chinese hospitals are also mentioned, contrasting favorably with US healthcare costs. Three helpful apps are recommended: Alipay for payments, WeChat for translation, and Meituan for food delivery.
The couple also addresses the negative aspects of their trip. The language barrier presented significant challenges, despite using translators. Social etiquette differences also proved frustrating, with open-mouth coughing, spitting, and nose-picking in public being common occurrences. Smoking was pervasive, even in non-smoking hotels. The lack of respect for personal space and lines was also noted.
The video concludes with the most negative experience: a poorly organized and poorly communicated tour in Inner Mongolia. This involved a lack of English translation, miscommunication, and ultimately, feeling stranded and disrespected. Despite the negative aspects, the couple emphasizes that these were isolated incidents and do not reflect the entire Chinese population or culture. They encourage viewers to share their own travel experiences.
Kiersten&Tyler Travel recently returned from a 70-day trip to China, sharing their brutally honest opinions. They detail both the incredible aspects of major cities and the challenges of navigating cultural differences and language barriers. A particularly memorable (and frustrating) experience involved a tour in Inner Mongolia that went drastically wrong, highlighting both the beauty of the country and the potential for negative interactions. This video offers a balanced perspective, revealing a country of contrasts.
Kiersten&Tyler Travel's 70-day China adventure: stunning cities, delicious food, but also frustrating language barriers and a wild Inner Mongolia tour gone wrong! A truly unforgettable journey.
China Travel Vlog: Honest Review of Culture, Cities & Hidden Gems
2:41 Download A Maps app and find an online tutorial to change it to English version. Google Maps and Google Translate may not work well in China.
2:54 Chinese people use unique ways to describe food; be prepared for unexpected dishes.
6:23 Consider taking sleeper trains for affordable and comfortable long-distance travel within China.
7:25 Hospitals in China are efficient and medical expenses are affordable, even for foreigners.
8:21 Download Alipay, WeChat, and Meituan apps for payments, translation, and food delivery.
10:44 Be aware of different social etiquette in China, such as open-mouth coughing and smoking in public places.
12:38 Expect people to cut in lines, and be prepared for a lack of privacy in public spaces.
2:41 Download A Maps app and find an online tutorial to change it to English version. Google Maps and Google Translate may not work well in China.
2:54 Chinese people use unique ways to describe food; be prepared for unexpected dishes.
6:23 Consider taking sleeper trains for affordable and comfortable long-distance travel within China.
7:25 Hospitals in China are efficient and medical expenses are affordable, even for foreigners.
8:21 Download Alipay, WeChat, and Meituan apps for payments, translation, and food delivery.
10:44 Be aware of different social etiquette in China, such as open-mouth coughing and smoking in public places.
12:38 Expect people to cut in lines, and be prepared for a lack of privacy in public spaces.
0:02 China travel review introduction
1:15 Unique cultural norms in China
3:27 Positive aspects of China
4:43 Friendliness of Chinese people
5:45 Affordability of travel in China
7:25 Efficient and affordable healthcare
8:21 Useful apps for China travel
9:27 Negative aspects of China
10:44 Social etiquette in China
13:55 Inner Mongolia tour experience
0:02 China travel review introduction
1:15 Unique cultural norms in China
3:27 Positive aspects of China
4:43 Friendliness of Chinese people
5:45 Affordability of travel in China
7:25 Efficient and affordable healthcare
8:21 Useful apps for China travel
9:27 Negative aspects of China
10:44 Social etiquette in China
13:55 Inner Mongolia tour experience
中國travel中國旅遊world news外國人的中國見聞americans opinion of chinawhat do americans think of china中國美食北京上海香港西安travel vlogcouple travelbudget travelsolo travelraw vlogsraw travel vlogssoutheast asiaasiaasia traveltrade warsdonald trumpthailandphilippinesindonesiamalaysiaWhat was the most challenging aspect of traveling in China?
Definitely the language barrier, even with translators. Sometimes the elderly were confused or put off by translators, making communication difficult.
What was your biggest complaint about Chinese social etiquette?
Open-mouth coughing, spitting, and nose-picking in public was really gross and made me uncomfortable.
What was the most memorable experience, good or bad?
The Inner Mongolia tour was definitely the most memorable. Getting stranded and disrespected was awful, but it made for a good story!
What's your advice for travelers to China?
Download Alipay, WeChat, and Meituan! Also, be prepared for cultural differences and language barriers. And maybe avoid tours in remote areas unless you speak the language.
