It’s wonderful when the Aman magic conjures up a gem. Amandayan, their new property, makes Lijiang. It does a wonderful job of interpreting the local architectural idiom to create a jewel of a 35 room hotel atop Lion Hill overlooking Lijiang old town, this destination’s most important cultural site. Whilst some guests might be disturbed in the evening by noise from the boisterous bars below until the official curfew of 11pm,  » Read more »

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La apertura de Banyan Tree Yangshuo por fin ofrece a nuestros clientes un hermoso refugio mientras exploran la encantadora belleza del paisaje rural de la zona, sin tener que desplazarse desde la ciudad de Guilin. Para tener mayor viabilidad económica, esta lujosa propiedad de 142 habitaciones, ha sabido encontrar el equilibrio perfecto para seducir tanto al cliente chino, como al extranjero.  Aunque el pueblo más cercano no es el más pintoresco, Banyan Tree ha sabido tomar prestado la ribera del rio y enfocar todo el protagonismo sobre el mismo.  » Read more »

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What’s the latest craze in China? Apparently marathons. In 2010 the Chinese Athletic Association held a total of 12 official running events; in 2014 there were 53, with marathons representing the majority, according to an article written by South China Morning Post. While China is often characterized as pushing economic and industrial boundaries, a recent surge in athletics proves there’s more than just machines grinding. Many Chinese cities are now hosting running races as a way to showcase their landmarks and increase revenue,  » Read more »