Today we travel to Jingzhou which is the embarkation point for our Yangtze River cruise. Wuhan is just a stop along the way unfortunately as I think this city has a lot to see. I was up a couple of hours before breakfast opened and had the in-room coffee while repacking. … [Read more...] about China Day 7: Wuhan to Jingzhou
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China: Howard Johnson Pearl Plaza Wuhan
When I saw the itinerary included a Howard Johnson, my expectations were low. In some ways, the Howard Johnson Pearl Plaza Wuhan was the best hotel of the bunch and I would stay here again without hesitation. We got here late and just stayed one night so I didn't get to … [Read more...] about China: Howard Johnson Pearl Plaza Wuhan
China Day 6: Traveling to Wuhan
Today all that's on the docket is traveling to Wuhan. However, no wake up call was needed because we're not leaving the hotel early. Checked bags need to be out at 11 am and we meet at 1 pm in the lobby to leave for the airport. Unfortunately, knowing I could sleep in didn't … [Read more...] about China Day 6: Traveling to Wuhan
China: Grand Barony Xi’an
The hotel Sinorama Holidays booked for us in Xi'an was the Grand Barony Xi'an right in town. There was a square across to the right where you could see people exercising and walking. This is a business and leisure hotel with about 250 rooms. It had a fitness room but I … [Read more...] about China: Grand Barony Xi’an
China Day 5: Jade Factory and Terra Cotta Warriors
Today was the day to see the Terra Cotta Warriors which was one of the two highlights of the trip for me (great wall being the other). Our meeting time was 8:50 am in the lobby but we ended up not leaving for 20 minutes due to stragglers. The smog was horrible for most of the … [Read more...] about China Day 5: Jade Factory and Terra Cotta Warriors