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: Zhang Mei
Zhang Mei is the founder of WildChina, an award-winning travel company, and author of “Travels Through Dali With a Leg of Ham,” out via Penguin Books. She is a native of Southwest China’s Yunnan province and holds an MBA from Harvard Business School. Follow Mei’s travels on Instagram at @wildchinamei

Apr 29, 2020 19:20 PM
Eight Places to Visit as China Emerges From Coronavirus
As the country loosens travel restrictions, check out these hidden gems a short trip from the country’s biggest metropolises
Feb 22, 2020 14:07 PM
Defer, Don’t Cancel Your China Trip
While the coronavirus situation seems dire at the moment, it will pass, and China’s travel sector can emerge stronger
Nov 27, 2019 20:56 PM
Winter Travel in China for Misanthropes
For those who hate crowds, go against the grain. Beach trip in December, anyone?
Oct 19, 2019 10:10 AM
The Wineries Transforming the Tourism Landscape of Dusty Ningxia
A trip off the track to the region’s vineyards offers a glimpse into the region making a name for itself around the world
Jul 30, 2019 17:45 PM
Zhang Mei: Why You Should Still Travel to China Amid Trade War
Places are defined by their people, and the changing fabric of Chinese society remains fascinating
Jun 22, 2019 10:05 AM
The Hidden Gems of China’s ‘Dalifornia’
The idyllic city has become a tourist hotspot in recent years, but Dali local and travel columnist Zhang Mei knows the spots the crowds don’t
May 18, 2019 15:51 PM
Five Mistakes to Avoid When Traveling China With Your Family
Summer travel season is almost here and travel columnist Zhang Mei knows exactly what not to do
Apr 06, 2019 17:43 PM
China’s Monkey Paradise is a Hidden Gem for Family Travel
Travel expert Zhang Mei says families should consider visiting Tacheng Yunnan Snub-Nosed Monkey National Park, home to one of China’s most fascinating species
Mar 01, 2019 20:39 PM
How to Beat the Crowds in Dunhuang, Home of China’s Most Spectacular Caves
Dunhuang’s Mogao Caves are no secret — but venture off the beaten path, and you can experience them in a new way
Jan 31, 2019 20:15 PM
The Three Most Overrated China Travel Experiences
There's so much to see — so why do so many visitors to China choose to tread the same worn out paths?
Jan 02, 2019 17:50 PM
China’s Most Exciting New Hotels to Visit in 2019
We examine some of the country's newest luxury establishments, as well as a handful off the beaten path