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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…
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 …
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 …
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…
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…
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…
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 …
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 …
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…
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 …
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…
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…