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You want Xinjiang to yourself. I mean, literally. I was the only foreigner at the Kashgar Sunday Bazaar in November 2024. Prices are back to winter rates. The heating in hotels actually works now (it’s not just “on” for show).…
Winter in Xinjiang – Why the Off-Season Might Actually Be Better Let me start with a confession: when I first started planning my Xinjiang trips back in 2022, I did exactly what everyone else does – I looked at photos…
Download Microsoft Translator (works offline, has Chinese/Uyghur language packs) Learn these phrases: “Xie xie” (thank you) “Bang mang” (help) “Duoshao qian?” (how much?) “Ce suo zai nar?” (where’s the bathroom?) How much does a trip to Xinjiang cost? Budget: 300-400…
Four bunks in a compartment with a door that closes. More privacy, quieter, but more expensive. The bunks are slightly wider than hard sleeper. If you’re traveling as a couple, book a soft sleeper – you’ll get the whole compartment…
