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Shangri-La

Journeys Inspired by the Year of the Horse

The Year of the Horse brings energy and momentum, inviting journeys along ancient routes across China’s highlands and historic trails shaped by centuries of movement.
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Where to Travel Around China This Fall

From up-close experiences in Tibetan monasteries to an epic foodie journey around Sichuan, your fall adventure awaits.
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Our Favorite Songtsam Lodges Across Yunnan

Featured Image by Songtsam Founded by award-winning director Baima Duoji, the Songtsam Lodges form the only collection of Luxury, Tibetan-style retreats in the fabled Shangri-La region. Each hotel showcases the scenery, culture, and spirituality of its...
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China’s Monkey Paradise is a Hidden Gem for Family Travel

Red Dot and two of his wives. Photo: IC The crowd listening to Dr. Long Yongcheng is glued to his love story. It goes like this: “Red Dot came to the valley in 2015 looking for...
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4 Best Hotels in Shangri-La

Inspired by the mythical land in James Hilton’s Lost Horizon, the city of Zhongdian officially renamed itself Shangri-La in 2001. And we agree that it’s a great name for this stunning region. Resting on the...
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My Perfect Day in Shangri-La

Imagine waking up each morning to the comforting smell of sweet Caravan Breakfast coffee, enjoying a buttery scone with a spoonful of flavorful honeysuckle honey while admiring the mystical valleys of Shangri-la, and ending your...
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