Explore every episode of the podcast China Travel Podcast with Wei Chen
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| Lushun Autumn Foliage and the Maritime Fair | 29 Oct 2026 | 00:11:28 | |
Wei Chen explores the Taiyanggou autumn foliage season in Lushun, visits the Lüshun Museum, and returns to Dalian to observe the pre-expo atmosphere in Xinghai Square. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to China: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full China guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 90 of China Travel Podcast with Wei Chen. Wei Chen is in Dalian, China. Places in this episode: Lüshun, Taiyanggou, Lüshun Museum, Russo-Japanese Prison Site Museum, Dalian North Railway Station, Xinghai Square, Xinghai Bay Cross-Sea Bridge, Xi Ding Hai Dan Dumplings. Covered: Lushun History, Autumn Foliage, Maritime Expo, Cost of Living, Metro Travel, Local Food. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #ChinaTravel #Dalian #Liaoning #Lushun #AutumnInChina #Taiyanggou #MaritimeExpo #TravelTips #ExpatLife #ChineseHistory #SilkRoad #CoastalWalk #FoodieChina #BudgetTravel #WeiChenPodcast #ChinaVisa #MetroRide #SeafoodDining | |||
| Lushun autumn foliage and the maritime fair | 28 Oct 2026 | 00:11:39 | |
Wei Chen travels to Lushun for the Taiyanggou Autumn Foliage Season, reflecting on the Russo-Japanese War history and the quiet resilience of the peninsula. He also notes the bustling maritime expo in Xinghai Bay. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to China: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full China guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 89 of China Travel Podcast with Wei Chen. Wei Chen is in Dalian, China. Places in this episode: Lüshun, Taiyanggou, Baiyu Mountain, Lüshun Museum, Xinghai Square, Zhongshan Square, Binhai Road, Malan Square. Covered: Lushun History, Autumn Foliage, Maritime Expo, Metro Travel, Cost of Living, Visa Logistics. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #DalianTravel #LushunHistory #AutumnInChina #ChinaTravelPodcast #WeiChenDiaries #PortArthur #YellowSea #DalianFood #ChinaVisaGuide #TravelTipsChina #AutumnFoliage #MaritimeExpo #LiaoningProvince #SlowTravel #ChineseHistory #CoastalCities #DalianLife #SeasonalTravel | |||
| Dalian Autumn Light and the Maritime Fair | 27 Oct 2026 | 00:09:41 | |
Wei Chen explores Dalian’s late October atmosphere, walking Binhai Road and visiting the Natural History Museum while discussing the city’s colonial layers, the busy maritime expo, and practical living costs. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to China: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full China guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 88 of China Travel Podcast with Wei Chen. Wei Chen is in Dalian, China. Places in this episode: Xigang District, Zhongshan Square, Binhai Road, Dalian Natural History Museum, Xi Ding Hai Dan Dumplings, Maan Coffee, Xinghai Bay. Covered: Dalian Colonial Heritage, Natural History Museum, Autumn Weather, Transit Costs, Maritime Expo. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #ChinaTravel #Dalian #AutumnInChina #Liaoning #ColonialArchitecture #CoastalWalks #TravelPodcast #ExpatLife #ChineseHistory #YellowSea #UrbanExploration #BudgetTravel #ChinaVisa #FoodieTravel #MuseumVisit #TransitTips #SlowTravel #EastAsia | |||
| Dalian's Autumn Light and the Colonial Square | 26 Oct 2026 | 00:13:47 | |
Wei Chen explores Dalian's layered history at Zhongshan Square, rides the vintage Tram 201 through the old city, and navigates the practicalities of settling into a new Chinese coastal metropolis. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to China: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full China guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 87 of China Travel Podcast with Wei Chen. Wei Chen is in Dalian, China. Places in this episode: Zhongshan Square, Dongguan Street, Xinghai Square, Xi'an Road, Wanbao Seafood Fang, Line Two Metro, Tram Line 201, Dalian Natural History Museum. Covered: Dalian Colonial Architecture, Coastal Walks and Nature, Expat Logistics and Registration, Digital Payments and Transit, Seasonal Weather Patterns, Transit Logistics. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #DalianTravel #ChinaAutumn #ZhongshanSquare #Tram201 #XinghaiBay #DalianFood #ChineseCoast #ColonialArchitecture #BinhaiRoad #DalianLife #ExpatInChina #LiaoningProvince #YellowSea #DalianHistory #TravelPodcast #WeiChenDiaries #OctoberInChina #AsianCityscapes | |||
| Dalian Autumn Light and the Colonial Square | 25 Oct 2026 | 00:13:08 | |
Wei Chen walks the autumn streets of Dalian, exploring Zhongshan Square's colonial architecture, riding the vintage tram, and navigating the city's layered history and daily logistics. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to China: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full China guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 86 of China Travel Podcast with Wei Chen. Wei Chen is in Dalian, China. Places in this episode: Zhongshan Square, Xi Ding Hai Dan Dumplings, Maan Coffee, Dalian Natural History Museum, Xinghai Square, Binhai Road, Dongguan Street, Lüshun. Covered: Dalian Colonial Architecture, Transit Logistics, Visa and Registration, Local Food Costs, Museum Visits, Autumn Weather. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #DalianTravel #ChinaExpatLife #ZhongshanSquare #DalianHistory #AutumnInChina #TramRide #ColonialArchitecture #YellowSeaCoast #LushunForts #DalianFood #ExpatsInChina #VisaFreeChina #MingzhuCard #NaturalHistoryMuseum #ChineseCities #TravelLog #WeiChenPodcast #EasternSeaboard | |||
| Zhongshan Square shadows and the autumn sea breeze | 24 Oct 2026 | 00:12:14 | |
Wei Chen walks the colonial ring of Zhongshan Square, navigates the historic Xigang renovation closures, and reflects on Dalian's layered history as autumn settles over the Bohai coast. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to China: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full China guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 85 of China Travel Podcast with Wei Chen. Wei Chen is in Dalian, China. Places in this episode: Zhongshan Square, Xigang District, Yierjiu Street, Dongguan Street, Dalian's Café, Binhai Road, Xinghai Square, Heishijiao. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #DalianTravel #ChinaLiving #ZhongshanSquare #AutumnInChina #ExpatLife #DalianHistory #BohaiSea #ChineseArchitecture #TravelLogistics #BinhaiRoad #ColonialHeritage #ChinaVisa #UrbanExploration #SeafoodSeason #PublicTransport #NortheastChina #SlowTravel #CityWalk | |||
| Dalian's Colonial Layers and Coastal Autumn Light | 23 Oct 2026 | 00:11:16 | |
Wei Chen arrives in Dalian from Harbin, exploring the colonial architecture of Zhongshan Square, the coastal walk along Binhai Road, and the practicalities of settling into a new city on China's eastern seaboard. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to China: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full China guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 84 of China Travel Podcast with Wei Chen. Wei Chen is in Dalian, China. Places in this episode: Zhongshan Square, Binhai Road, Xinghai Bay, Dalian Natural History Museum, Unome, Maan Coffee, Shahekou District, Xigang District. Covered: Dalian Colonial Architecture, Coastal Walks and Nature, Expat Logistics and Registration, Digital Payments and Transit, Museum Visits, Seasonal Weather Patterns. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #DalianChina #ChinaTravelPodcast #ZhongshanSquare #BinhaiRoad #DalianHistory #ExpatLifeChina #AutumnInChina #YellowSea #ColonialArchitecture #DalianFood #MetroTravel #NaturalHistoryMuseum #LushunTourism #ChinaVlog #TravelTips #WeiChenPodcast #EasternSeaboard #October2026 | |||
| Final Golden Day in Harbin Before Winter | 22 Oct 2026 | 00:09:54 | |
Wei Chen spends his last full day in Harbin before moving on, walking the autumn streets of Daoli District and reflecting on the city’s railway origins and winter preparations. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to China: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full China guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 83 of China Travel Podcast with Wei Chen. Wei Chen is in Harbin, China. Places in this episode: Daoli District, Central Street, Zhongyang Dajie, Flood Control Monument, Saint Sophia Cathedral, Tongjiang Street, Luyu Coffee, Daowai District. Covered: Harbin Autumn Atmosphere, Local Food Costs, Expat Registration Logistics, Harbin Architecture, Songhua River Landmarks, Winter Preparation. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #HarbinTravel #ChinaAutumn #SonghuaRiver #CentralStreet #GuoBaoRou #Heilongjiang #ExpatLifeChina #HarbinWinter #ChineseArchitecture #TravelOnABudget #NortheastChina #RailwayHistory #JewishHeritage #UrbanExploration #FoodieInChina #OctoberInHarbin #TravelTipsChina #WeiChenPodcast | |||
| Last Golden Day in Harbin Before Winter | 21 Oct 2026 | 00:11:30 | |
Wei Chen spends his final full day in Harbin, walking the autumn leaves of Central Street, visiting Saint Sophia Cathedral, and reflecting on the city's railway origins before the first snows arrive. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to China: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full China guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 82 of China Travel Podcast with Wei Chen. Wei Chen is in Harbin, China. Places in this episode: Daoli District, Songhua River, Flood Control Memorial Tower, Binzhou Railway Bridge, Central Street, Luyu Coffee, Saint Sophia Cathedral, Jewish New Synagogue Museum. Covered: Harbin Autumn Atmosphere, Central Street Architecture, Northeast Cuisine Costs, Expat Banking Setup, Songhua River Landmarks, Winter Tourism Anticipation. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #HarbinTravel #ChinaTravelPodcast #WeiChen #HarbinAutumn #SonghuaRiver #SaintSophiaCathedral #CentralStreet #GuoBaoRou #NortheastChina #ExpatLifeInChina #Heilongjiang #RailwayHistory #HarbinFood #WinterPreparation #TravelTips #AsianTravel #UrbanExploration #OctoberInHarbin | |||
| Harbin Autumn Light and the Songhua River | 20 Oct 2026 | 00:09:19 | |
Wei Chen walks the granite streets of Central Street, visits the Jewish New Synagogue, and reflects on Harbin's railway origins and autumn transition. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to China: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full China guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 81 of China Travel Podcast with Wei Chen. Wei Chen is in Harbin, China. Places in this episode: Central Street, Zhongyang Dajie, Daoli District, Flood Control Monument, Jewish New Synagogue Museum, Tongjiang Street, Saint Sophia Cathedral, Daowai District. Covered: Harbin Autumn Atmosphere, Jewish Heritage in Harbin, Central Street Architecture, Northeast Cuisine Costs, Winter Preparation Heating, Songhua River Landmarks. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #HarbinTravel #ChinaAutumn #SonghuaRiver #ZhongyangDajie #SaintSophiaCathedral #NortheastCuisine #GuoBaoRou #HarbinIceAndSnow #JewishHistoryInChina #ExpatLifeInChina #Heilongjiang #UrbanExploration #ArchitecturalHeritage #RailwayCity #TravelPodcast #WeiChenTravels #ChinaTravelGuide #HiddenGemsHarbin | |||
| Harbin Autumn Light and the Songhua River | 19 Oct 2026 | 00:12:16 | |
Wei Chen explores the golden autumn light along the Songhua River, visits Saint Sophia Cathedral, and reflects on Harbin's unique architectural heritage and affordable daily life. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to China: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full China guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 80 of China Travel Podcast with Wei Chen. Wei Chen is in Harbin, China. Places in this episode: Daoli District, Songhua River, Central Street, Luyu Coffee, Flood Control Monument, Saint Sophia Cathedral, Binzhou Railway Bridge, Stalin Park. Covered: Harbin Autumn Atmosphere, Saint Sophia Cathedral, Central Street Architecture, Local Food Costs, Expat Banking Setup, River Walks. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #HarbinTravel #ChinaAutumn #SonghuaRiver #SaintSophiaCathedral #CentralStreet #NortheastChina #Heilongjiang #TravelTips #ExpatLife #ArchitectureLovers #WinterIsComing #ChineseFood #GuoBaoRou #MetroRide #UrbanExploration #CoffeeCulture #BudgetTravel #OctoberInChina | |||
| Harbin Metro Open Day and the Autumn River | 18 Oct 2026 | 00:12:08 | |
Wei Chen explores the Harbin Metro Open Day, visits Saint Sophia Cathedral and Central Street, enjoys borscht and guo bao rou at Boteman Western Restaurant, and reflects on the city's autumn atmosphere and railway history. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to China: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full China guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 79 of China Travel Podcast with Wei Chen. Wei Chen is in Harbin, China. Places in this episode: Harbin Metro Open Day, Museum Station, Line 1, City Museum, Cloud Exhibition Hall, Flood Control Monument, Songhua River, Saint Sophia Cathedral. Covered: Harbin Metro Open Day, Saint Sophia Cathedral, Central Street, Boteman Western Restaurant, Autumn Atmosphere, Railway History. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #HarbinTravel #ChinaTravelPodcast #WeiChen #SonghuaRiver #SaintSophiaCathedral #CentralStreet #GuoBaoRou #BotemanRestaurant #HarbinMetro #AutumnInHarbin #Heilongjiang #VisaFreeChina #ExpatLife #HarbinFood #RussianHeritage #IceAndSnowWorld #TravelTips #ChinaVlog | |||
| Autumn Light and the Songhua River in Harbin | 17 Oct 2026 | 00:12:10 | |
Wei Chen walks the granite streets of Central Street, visits the Jewish New Synagogue, and reflects on Harbin's railway origins and affordable autumn living. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to China: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full China guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 78 of China Travel Podcast with Wei Chen. Wei Chen is in Harbin, China. Places in this episode: Flood Control Memorial Tower, Binzhou Railway Bridge, Central Street, Zhongyang Dajie, Saint Sophia Cathedral, Tongjiang Street, Harbin Jewish New Synagogue Museum, Luyu Coffee. Covered: Harbin Architecture, Expat Logistics, Local Dining Costs, Jewish History in Harbin, Songhua River Walk. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #HarbinTravel #ChinaExpatLife #SonghuaRiver #CentralStreetHarbin #SaintSophiaCathedral #JewishHistoryChina #HarbinFood #BotemanRestaurant #LuyuCoffee #HeilongjiangAutumn #ExpatInChina #HarbinMetro #ChineseArchitecture #TravelTipsChina #WinterCityPrep #NortheastChina #HarbinVlog #UrbanExploration | |||
| Harbin Metro Open Day and the Autumn River | 16 Oct 2026 | 00:12:53 | |
Wei Chen explores the Harbin Metro Open Day, visits Saint Sophia Cathedral and Central Street, enjoys borscht and guo bao rou at Boteman Western Restaurant, and reflects on the city's autumn atmosphere and railway history. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to China: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full China guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 77 of China Travel Podcast with Wei Chen. Wei Chen is in Harbin, China. Places in this episode: Daoli District, Flood Control Monument, Zhongyang Dajie, Saint Sophia Cathedral, Luyu Coffee, Songhua River, Stalin Park, Binzhou Railway Bridge. Covered: Metro Open Day, Central Street Architecture, Northeast Cuisine Costs, Songhua River Landmarks, Expat Banking Setup, Harbin Autumn Weather. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #HarbinTravel #ChinaAutumn #Heilongjiang #SonghuaRiver #CentralStreet #SaintSophiaCathedral #MetroOpenDay #ChineseFood #GuoBaoRou #Borscht #ExpatLife #HarbinHistory #RussianArchitecture #TravelTips #VisaFreeChina #UrbanExploration #CoffeeCulture #AutumnLeaves | |||
| Harbin's Autumn Light and the Songhua River | 15 Oct 2026 | 00:12:27 | |
Wei Chen walks the autumn banks of the Songhua River, explores the Jewish heritage on Tongjiang Street, and reflects on Harbin’s unique blend of Russian history and Chinese resilience before the winter sets in. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to China: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full China guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 76 of China Travel Podcast with Wei Chen. Wei Chen is in Harbin, China. Places in this episode: Songhua River, Flood Control Memorial Tower, Central Street, Saint Sophia Cathedral, Daoli District, Tongjiang Street, Jewish New Synagogue Museum, Binzhou Railway Bridge. Covered: Harbin Autumn Atmosphere, Jewish History in Harbin, Local Food Costs and Recommendations, Daily Life Logistics (Metro, Payments), Riverside Leisure Activities, Winter Tourism Anticipation. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #HarbinTravel #ChinaExpats #SonghuaRiver #AutumnInHarbin #RussianArchitecture #JewishHeritage #GuoBaoRou #CentralStreet #IceAndSnowWorld #NortheastChina #TravelPodcast #WeiChenTravels #HarbinFoodie #UrbanExploration #Heilongjiang #WinterPrep #MetroLife #CoffeeCulture | |||
| Harbin Metro Open Day and the Autumn River | 14 Oct 2026 | 00:10:32 | |
Wei Chen explores Harbin's civic Metro Open Day, walks the Songhua River at dusk, and reflects on the city's unique blend of railway history, affordable living, and the quiet beauty of early October. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to China: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full China guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 75 of China Travel Podcast with Wei Chen. Wei Chen is in Harbin, China. Places in this episode: Flood Control Monument, Museum Station, Zhongyang Dajie, Saint Sophia Cathedral, Luyu Coffee, Binzhou Railway Bridge, Stalin Park, Boteman Western Restaurant. Covered: Metro Open Day, Central Street Architecture, Boteman Western Restaurant, Songhua River Walk, Resident Registration, Autumn Foliage. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #HarbinTravel #ChinaTravelPodcast #WeiChen #SonghuaRiver #CentralStreet #SaintSophiaCathedral #AutumnInHarbin #NortheastChina #Heilongjiang #MetroOpenDay #ChineseArchitecture #RussianHeritage #BudgetTravelChina #ExpatLifeHarbin #GoldenAutumn #TravelTips #ChinaVlog #HiddenGemsChina | |||
| Harbin Autumn River Walks and Russian Heritage | 13 Oct 2026 | 00:09:51 | |
Wei Chen explores the Songhua River banks, visits Saint Sophia Cathedral and Central Street, and reflects on the city's railway history and affordable cost of living. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to China: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full China guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 74 of China Travel Podcast with Wei Chen. Wei Chen is in Harbin, China. Places in this episode: Daoli District, Songhua River, Flood Control Monument, Saint Sophia Cathedral, Central Street, Zhongyang Dajie, Boteman Western Restaurant, Binzhou Railway Bridge. Covered: Harbin Architecture, Residence Registration Logistics, Northeast Cuisine Costs, Songhua River Landmarks, Expat Banking Setup, Harbin Autumn Weather. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #HarbinTravel #SonghuaRiver #SaintSophiaCathedral #CentralStreet #AutumnInChina #NortheastCuisine #GuoBaoRou #HarbinLife #ChinaExpat #VisaFreeChina #IceAndSnowWorld #DaoliDistrict #Heilongjiang #WinterPreparation #MetroOpenDay #BotemanRestaurant #Laochujia #HarbinFood | |||
| Harbin's Golden Autumn and the Songhua River | 12 Oct 2026 | 00:10:24 | |
Wei Chen explores Harbin’s Daoli District on a crisp October day, visiting Saint Sophia Cathedral and walking Central Street. He discusses the city's railway history, shares practical advice on residence registration and banking, and enjoys local food in Daowai District before reflecting on the approaching winter. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to China: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full China guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 73 of China Travel Podcast with Wei Chen. Wei Chen is in Harbin, China. Places in this episode: Daoli District, Saint Sophia Cathedral, Central Street, Luyu Coffee, Binzhou Railway Bridge, Nangang District, Heilongjiang Museum, Daowai District. Covered: Residence Registration Logistics, Harbin Architecture, Northeast Cuisine Costs, Songhua River Landmarks, Expat Banking Setup, Harbin Autumn Weather. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #HarbinTravel #ChinaLife #DaoliDistrict #SaintSophiaCathedral #CentralStreet #GuoBaoRou #NortheastChina #AutumnInHarbin #ExpatLifeChina #Heilongjiang #SonghuaRiver #ChineseArchitecture #FoodieHarbin #TravelTipsChina #WeiChenPodcast #HiddenGemsHarbin #RailwayHistory #OctoberTravel | |||
| Music, Sausage and the Songhua River in Harbin | 11 Oct 2026 | 00:09:15 | |
Wei Chen explores the musical heritage of Harbin’s Central Street, tastes the city’s famous guo bao rou, and walks the frozen riverbed in early autumn light. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to China: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full China guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 72 of China Travel Podcast with Wei Chen. Wei Chen is in Harbin, China. Places in this episode: Stalin Park, Songhua River, Central Street, Flood Control Monument, Saint Sophia Cathedral, Daowai District, Laochujia, Sun Island. Covered: Harbin Autumn Weather, Central Street Architecture, Northeast Cuisine Costs, Daowai District Food, Digital Payments in China, River Walks. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #ChinaTravel #Harbin #SonghuaRiver #CentralStreet #GuoBaoRou #StSophiaCathedral #AutumnInChina #NortheastChina #Heilongjiang #TravelPodcast #WeiChen #ChinaFood #ArchitectureLovers #CityWalk #ExpatLife #HarbinHistory #TravelTips #BudgetTravel | |||
| Autumn Light on the Songhua River | 10 Oct 2026 | 00:09:37 | |
Wei Chen walks the granite blocks of Central Street and reflects on Harbin’s railway origins, sharing practical advice for settling in this northern metropolis. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to China: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full China guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 71 of China Travel Podcast with Wei Chen. Wei Chen is in Harbin, China. Places in this episode: Central Street, Daowai District, Laochujia, Simeng Coffee, Binzhou Railway Bridge, Saint Sophia Cathedral, Harbin Municipal Museum, Luyu Coffee. Covered: Harbin Autumn Weather, Central Street Architecture, Northeast Cuisine Costs, Foreigner Registration Logistics, Songhua River Landmarks, Metro Transit Tips. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #HarbinTravel #ChinaVlog #SonghuaRiver #CentralStreet #NortheastChina #ChineseFood #ArchitectureLovers #AutumnInChina #TravelTips #ExpatLife #HarbinDiaries #Wanderlust #CityWalk #HistoryBuff #FoodieAdventures #ExploreChina #TravelGuide #DailyLife | |||
| Harbin Autumn River Walks and Russian Heritage | 09 Oct 2026 | 00:09:51 | |
Wei Chen explores the Songhua River banks in early October, visits Saint Sophia Cathedral, and reflects on Harbin’s unique architectural history and autumn atmosphere. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to China: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full China guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 70 of China Travel Podcast with Wei Chen. Wei Chen is in Harbin, China. Places in this episode: Flood Control Monument, Songhua River, Sun Island, Daoli District, Binzhou Railway Bridge, Saint Sophia Cathedral, Central Street, Zhongyang Dajie. Covered: Harbin Autumn Weather, Saint Sophia Cathedral Visit, Central Street Architecture, Harbin Cost of Living, Russian-Jewish History, Songhua River Walk. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #HarbinTravel #ChinaAutumn #SonghuaRiver #SaintSophiaCathedral #CentralStreet #Heilongjiang #ChineseArchitecture #TravelChina #ExpatLifeInChina #HarbinFood #GoldenAutumn #WuchangToHarbin #NortheastChina #TravelPodcast #WeiChenTravels #BudgetTravelChina #HistoricStreets #JewishHistoryChina | |||
| Harbin's Golden Autumn and the Songhua River | 08 Oct 2026 | 00:10:14 | |
Wei Chen explores Harbin’s historic Daoli District on a crisp October morning, walking Central Street and visiting Saint Sophia Cathedral. He reflects on the city’s railway origins, shares practical advice for settling in, and enjoys local Northeast cuisine before the winter arrives. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to China: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full China guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 69 of China Travel Podcast with Wei Chen. Wei Chen is in Harbin, China. Places in this episode: Saint Sophia Cathedral, Central Street, Daowai District, Laochujia, Binzhou Railway Bridge, Flood Control Monument, Luyu Coffee, ICBC Bank. Covered: Harbin Architecture, Residence Registration Logistics, Northeast Cuisine Costs, Songhua River Landmarks, Expat Banking Setup. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #HarbinTravel #ChinaTravelPodcast #WeiChen #AutumnInChina #SonghuaRiver #CentralStreet #NortheastCuisine #GuoBaoRou #ExpatLifeChina #HarbinHistory #SaintSophiaCathedral #TravelTips #VisaFreeTransit #ChineseArchitecture #Wuhuashan #DaoliDistrict #IceAndSnowWorld #ChinaLiving | |||
| Harbin's Golden Autumn and the Songhua River | 07 Oct 2026 | 00:11:31 | |
Wei Chen arrives in Harbin after a long journey from Wuchang, exploring the city’s unique Russian-Chinese heritage along Central Street and Saint Sophia Cathedral. He navigates the practicalities of settling in, enjoys local Northeast cuisine, and reflects on the golden autumn season before winter arrives. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to China: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full China guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 68 of China Travel Podcast with Wei Chen. Wei Chen is in Harbin, China. Places in this episode: Wuchang, Daoli District, Saint Sophia Cathedral, Central Street, Luyu Coffee, Daowai District, Laochujia, Flood Control Memorial Tower. Covered: Harbin Arrival and Settlement, Central Street Architecture, Northeast Cuisine, Foreigner Registration Logistics, Autumn Foliage and Nature, Metro Transit Tips. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #HarbinTravel #ChinaLife #Heilongjiang #AutumnInChina #ExpatLife #CentralStreet #SaintSophiaCathedral #NortheastCuisine #GuoBaoRou #SonghuaRiver #HarbinMetro #VisaFreeChina #ResidenceRegistration #CityWalk #TravelTips #WeiChenPodcast #ChinaRailway #HarbinFood | |||
| Wuchang Harvest and the River's Edge | 06 Oct 2026 | 00:10:09 | |
Wei Chen spends his final full day in Wuchang, navigating the quiet autumn atmosphere after the National Day crowds have dispersed. He reflects on the city's history, shares practical advice for expats, and prepares for the journey north to Harbin. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to China: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full China guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 67 of China Travel Podcast with Wei Chen. Wei Chen is in Wuchang, China. Places in this episode: Shouyi, Zhonghua Road, Yellow Crane Tower, Snake Hill, Bank of China, Tanhualin, Hubei Institute of Fine Arts, Hubei Provincial Museum. Covered: Wuchang Daily Life, Yangtze River Crossing, Museum Visits, Expat Logistics, Local Food Costs. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #WuchangHarvest #WuhanTravel #YangtzeRiverBridge #YellowCraneTower #HubeiMuseum #HotDryNoodles #WuhanCoffee #TanhualinDistrict #ChinaExpatLife #ForeignerInChina #AutumnInWuhan #OsmanthusSeason #WuhanMetro #RiverCrossing #ChineseStreetFood #WuchangHistory #ChinaTravelPodcast #WeiChenDiaries | |||
| The Last Light in Wuchang Before the North | 05 Oct 2026 | 00:09:55 | |
Wei Chen spends his final full day in Wuchang, navigating the autumn rain, crossing the Yangtze by ferry, and reflecting on the harvest season before heading north to Heilongjiang. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to China: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full China guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 66 of China Travel Podcast with Wei Chen. Wei Chen is in Wuchang, China. Places in this episode: Zhongnan Road, Simenkou, Zhonghua Road Pier, Wuhan Yangtze River Bridge, Maan Coffee, Hankou, Yellow Crane Tower, Snake Hill. Covered: Wuchang Autumn Harvest, Yangtze River Crossing, Local Street Food Costs, Metro and Ferry Transit, Historic Districts, Expat Banking Logistics. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #ChinaTravel #Wuchang #WuhanFood #YangtzeRiver #YellowCraneTower #NationalDayChina #AutumnInChina #StreetFood #MetroLife #ForeignerInChina #HeilongjiangBound #OsmanthusSeason #RiverCrossing #HistoricDistrict #ChineseCoffee #TrainJourney #CityWalk #HarbinPrep | |||
| Wuchang Autumn Rain and River Mist | 04 Oct 2026 | 00:11:10 | |
Wei Chen navigates the quiet drizzle of an early October morning in Wuchang, tracing the river’s edge from Simenkou to Xujiapeng. He reflects on the transition from summer heat to autumn coolness, the logistics of living here, and the subtle shifts in the city’s rhythm as the harvest season deepens. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to China: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full China guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 65 of China Travel Podcast with Wei Chen. Wei Chen is in Wuchang, China. Places in this episode: Zhonghua Road, Yellow Crane Tower, Snake Hill, Xujiapeng, Wuchang MIXC, Wuhan Binjiang Tianjie, Maan Coffee, Bank of China. Covered: Wuchang autumn weather, Foreigner registration logistics, Wuhan metro and ferry transit, Yellow Crane Tower vicinity, Local dining costs, Riverbank walks. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #WuchangTravel #WuhanLife #ChinaExpat #YangtzeRiver #AutumnInChina #StreetFoodWuhan #HotDryNoodles #YellowCraneTower #WuhanMetro #Tanhualin #RiverMist #OctoberInChina #HeilongjiangToHubei #LivingInChina #TravelTipsWuhan #ChineseHistory #UrbanExploration #RainyDayVibes | |||
| Wuchang Autumn Harvest and River Mist | 03 Oct 2026 | 00:10:27 | |
Wei Chen explores the quiet aftermath of National Day in Wuchang, navigating the transition from summer heat to autumn chill while reflecting on local life, food costs, and the enduring spirit of the Yangtze riverbanks. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to China: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full China guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 64 of China Travel Podcast with Wei Chen. Wei Chen is in Wuchang, China. Places in this episode: Simenkou, Tanhualin, Maan Coffee, Zhonghua Road, Yellow Crane Tower, Snake Hill, Xujiapeng, Shouyi District. Covered: Post-holiday atmosphere, Local dining costs, Metro transit, Expat registration, Historic districts, Weather transitions. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #WuchangLife #ChinaTravelPodcast #ExpatInChina #WuhanFoodGuide #YangtzeRiverViews #AutumnInChina #BudgetTravelAsia #ChineseStreetFood #YellowCraneTower #MetroRides #CafeCulture #DailyRoutine #TravelTips #ForeignerLife #HubeiProvince #CityWalks #SlowTravel #OctoberVibes | |||
| Wuchang Autumn Harvest and River Mist | 02 Oct 2026 | 00:09:19 | |
Wei Chen explores the quiet rhythm of Wuchang after National Day, walking the Yangtze riverbank at dawn, visiting the Yellow Crane Tower to see the autumn light, and finding peace in a local café amidst the changing seasons. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to China: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full China guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 63 of China Travel Podcast with Wei Chen. Wei Chen is in Wuchang, China. Places in this episode: Yangtze River Bridge, Doujiying Historic Block, Simenkou, Tanhualin, Maan Coffee, Snake Hill, Yellow Crane Tower, Hankou Concessions. Covered: Yellow Crane Tower Visit, Wuchang Street Food Costs, Yangtze River Ferry Crossing, Autumn Atmosphere in Hubei, Local Cafe Culture, Banking and Registration Logistics. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #WuchangTravel #YellowCraneTower #YangtzeRiverBridge #HubeiFood #AutumnInChina #WuhanLife #TravelOnABudget #CoffeeCulture #ChineseHistory #SoloTravelChina #OsmanthusSeason #MetroRiding #RiverViews #LocalEats #MuseumVisit #ExpatLife #ChinaTravelPodcast #WeiChenDiaries | |||
| National Day in Wuchang and the Rice Harvest | 01 Oct 2026 | 00:09:58 | |
Wei Chen experiences the quiet before the storm on China's National Day, navigating rain-soaked streets, visiting the Yellow Crane Tower, and reflecting on the region's agricultural heart. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to China: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full China guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 62 of China Travel Podcast with Wei Chen. Wei Chen is in Wuchang, China. Places in this episode: Zhonghua Road Ferry Pier, Wuhan Yangtze River Bridge, Simenkou, Weiwang Restaurant Special Cuisine Cookshop, Yellow Crane Tower, Snake Hill, Hanyang, Maan Coffee. Covered: National Day Celebrations, Yellow Crane Tower Visit, Yangtze River Landmarks, Local Food Costs, Autumn Seasonality, Urban Transit. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #WuchangTravel #YellowCraneTower #ChinaNationalDay #YangtzeRiver #AutumnInChina #WuhanFood #TravelDiaries #SoloTravelChina #CulturalHeritage #RiceHarvest #UrbanExploration #ChineseArchitecture #RiverViews #HistoricDistricts #CoffeeCulture #FallFoliage #LocalLife #TravelTips | |||
| Wuchang Harvest and the River's Edge | 30 Sep 2026 | 00:09:18 | |
Wei Chen settles into Wuchang on day four, navigating the quiet before the National Day rush. He explores the riverside, reflects on the autumn harvest, and shares practical tips for living in China. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to China: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full China guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 61 of China Travel Podcast with Wei Chen. Wei Chen is in Wuchang, China. Places in this episode: Yangtze River, Yellow Crane Tower, Zhonghua Road, Xujiapeng, Wuhan Binjiang Tianjie, Bank of China, Yangtze River Bridge. Covered: Wuchang Riverside Walk, Local Street Food Costs, Expat Banking Logistics, Autumn Atmosphere, National Day Preparations. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #WuchangLife #YangtzeRiverWalk #HotDryNoodles #YellowCraneTower #WuhanAutumn #ChinaTravelPodcast #ExpatInChina #WuchangHarvest #RiverViewLiving #ChineseStreetFood #NationalDayChina #OsmanthusSeason | |||
| Wuchang Harvest and the Yangtze River | 29 Sep 2026 | 00:10:41 | |
Wei Chen explores Wuchang’s autumn harvest, visits the Yellow Crane Tower, and navigates local logistics like banking and transit in late September. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to China: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full China guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 60 of China Travel Podcast with Wei Chen. Wei Chen is in Wuchang, China. Places in this episode: Baotong Temple Road, Simenkou, Snake Hill, Yellow Crane Tower, East Lake, Zhonghua Road Ferry Pier, Hankou Bund, Central China Wenbo City. Covered: Wuchang Daily Life, Yellow Crane Tower Visit, Banking and Registration Logistics, Yangtze River Landmarks, Local Street Food Culture, Metro Transit System. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Wuchang #WuhanTravel #ChinaLiving #YangtzeRiver #YellowCraneTower #ChineseFood #HotDryNoodles #MetroRide #AutumnInChina #ExpatLife #BankAccountChina #CulturalHeritage #RainyDay #Osmanthus #TravelTips #SoloTravel #HistoryBuff #WuhanCity | |||
| Wuchang Harvest and the River's Edge | 28 Sep 2026 | 00:10:17 | |
Wei Chen settles into his new flat in Wuchang, exploring the riverside, eating hot dry noodles, and navigating practical logistics like banking and registration amidst the post-Mid-Autumn quiet. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to China: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full China guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 59 of China Travel Podcast with Wei Chen. Wei Chen is in Wuchang, China. Places in this episode: Simenkou, Yellow Crane Tower, Zhongshan Avenue, Weiwang Restaurant Special Cuisine Cookshop, Xujiapeng, Bank of China, Yangtze River, Second Bridge. Covered: Wuchang Daily Life, Banking and Registration Logistics, Yangtze River Landmarks, Post-Mid-Autumn Atmosphere, Local Street Food Culture. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #WuchangTravel #WuhanFoodGuide #ChinaLiving #YangtzeRiverBridge #HotDryNoodles #ExpatLifeInChina #WuchangHistory #AutumnInChina #WuhanMetro #ChineseStreetFood #ResidenceRegistration #BankAccountChina #WuchangCoffee #TravelTipsChina #WeiChenPodcast #HubeiCulture #UrbanExploration #SlowTravel | |||
| Wuchang Harvest and the River's Edge | 27 Sep 2026 | 00:12:07 | |
Wei Chen arrives in Wuchang from Changchun, navigating the late September heat and the shadow of the Mid-Autumn Festival. We explore the riverside, the history of the uprising, and the quiet rhythm of life in Heilongjiang's neighbor. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to China: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full China guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 58 of China Travel Podcast with Wei Chen. Wei Chen is in Wuchang, China. Places in this episode: Zhonghua Road Pier, Wuhan Yangtze River Bridge, Tanhualin, Yellow Crane Tower, Simenkou, Hubei Provincial Museum. Covered: Wuchang geography and history, Expat banking and registration, Wuhan street food culture, Yangtze River landmarks, Post-holiday atmosphere. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Wuchang #WuhanTravel #HeilongjiangToHubei #ChinaLiving #YellowCraneTower #YangtzeRiver #HotDryNoodles #ForeignerInChina #AutumnInWuhan #NationalDayHoliday #SlowTravel #WeiChenPodcast #ResidenceRegistration #MetroLine12 #Tanhualin #ChineseHistory #FoodieInChina #BudgetTravel | |||
| Golden Autumn in Changchun's Ghost Capital | 26 Sep 2026 | 00:09:40 | |
Wei Chen’s final full day in Changchun explores the complex history of the Puppet Manchukuo Palace, the industrial heritage of Jingyuetan Forest Park, and the affordable daily rhythms of this Northeastern city before moving on. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to China: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full China guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 57 of China Travel Podcast with Wei Chen. Wei Chen is in Changchun, China. Places in this episode: Museum of the Imperial Palace of the Manchu State, Jingyuetan National Forest Park, Chaoyang District, Guilin Road, Duofei Cafe, Chongqing Road, Nanhu Park, China Construction Bank. Covered: Puppet Manchukuo Palace Visit, Jingyuetan Forest Park Cycling, Chaoyang District Dining, Residence Registration Tips, Transit Card Usage, Cost of Living in Changchun. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #ChinaTravel #Changchun #JilinProvince #ManchukuoHistory #JingyuetanPark #StreetFoodChina #NortheastChina #TravelTips #BudgetTravel #CulturalHeritage #AutumnInChina #SoloTravel #LongTermTravel #WeiChenPodcast #UrbanExploration #HistoricalSites #LocalLife #TravelPlanning | |||
| Mid-Autumn in Changchun's Ghost Capital | 25 Sep 2026 | 00:09:36 | |
Wei Chen spends his final day in Changchun, navigating the crisp autumn drizzle of the Mid-Autumn Festival while reflecting on the city’s complex layers of history, industry, and cinema. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to China: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full China guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 56 of China Travel Podcast with Wei Chen. Wei Chen is in Changchun, China. Places in this episode: Chaoyang District, Jingyuetan National Forest Park, Erdao District, Museum of the Imperial Palace of the Manchu State, Duofei Cafe, Changchun Film Studio, Xiangyang Tun, Guilin Road. Covered: Changchun History, Mid-Autumn Festival, Street Food Costs, Puppet Manchukuo Palace, Jingyuetan Forest Park, Changchun Film Studio. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #ChangchunTravel #JilinProvince #MidAutumnFestival #ManchukuoHistory #ChangchunFilmStudio #NortheastChinaFood #ExpatLifeChina #ChangchunAutumn #TravelPodcast #WeiChenTravel #ChinaTravelTips #HistoricalSites #StreetFoodLover #ForestParkCycling #ChineseCulture #TravelDiaries #UrbanExploration #BudgetTravel | |||
| Golden Autumn Light and the Puppet Palace in Changchun | 24 Sep 2026 | 00:11:34 | |
Wei Chen explores the first true signs of autumn in Changchun, visiting the Museum of the Imperial Palace of the Manchu State and cycling through Jingyuetan Forest Park. He reflects on the city's complex history, the affordable cost of living, and the quiet beauty of late September. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to China: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full China guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 55 of China Travel Podcast with Wei Chen. Wei Chen is in Changchun, China. Places in this episode: Museum of the Imperial Palace of the Manchu State, Guilin Road, Duofei Cafe, Jingyuetan National Forest Park, Xinmin Street, Nanhu Park, Wanda Vista Changchun, Chaoyang District. Covered: Changchun History, Jingyuetan Nature, Cost of Living, Transit Tips, Residence Registration, Autumn Seasonality. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #ChangchunTravel #ManchukuoHistory #JingyuetanPark #NortheastChinaFood #ChangchunFilmStudio #AutumnInChina #TravelTipsChina #VisaFreeChina #UrbanExploration #CyclingChina #BudgetTravelAsia #ChineseCulture #HistoricalSites #ForestParks #StreetFoodLover #ResidenceRegistration #PublicTransportChina #WeiChenPodcast | |||
| Golden Autumn and Ghost Capital in Changchun | 23 Sep 2026 | 00:11:28 | |
Wei Chen explores the crisp early autumn of Changchun, visiting the Puppet Manchukuo Palace and Jingyuetan Forest Park. He reflects on the city's complex history, the vibrant street food scene, and the practicalities of living in this affordable Northeastern metropolis. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to China: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full China guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 54 of China Travel Podcast with Wei Chen. Wei Chen is in Changchun, China. Places in this episode: Museum of the Imperial Palace of the Manchu State, Jingyuetan National Forest Park, Chaoyang District, Guilin Road, Duofei Cafe, Nanhu Park, Changchun World Sculpture Park, Chongqing Road. Covered: Changchun Imperial Palace History, Jingyuetan Forest Park Cycling, Changchun Cost of Living & Rent, Street Food Culture in Chaoyang, Public Transit Tips, Mid-Autumn Festival Preparations. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #ChangchunTravel #JilinProvince #ManchukuoHistory #JingyuetanForest #ChinaAutumn #NortheastChina #ChangchunFood #GuilinRoadSnacks #FilmCityChangchun #TravelChina2026 #AffordableLiving #UrbanExploration #HistoricalSites #NatureWalk #AsianCinema #TransitTips #VisaFreeChina #ResidencePermit | |||
| Golden Autumn in Changchun's Film City | 22 Sep 2026 | 00:12:38 | |
Wei Chen explores the intersection of cinema history and industrial heritage in Changchun, navigating the Golden Autumn festivals and reflecting on the city's unique architectural layers while settling into daily life. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to China: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full China guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 53 of China Travel Podcast with Wei Chen. Wei Chen is in Changchun, China. Places in this episode: Duofei Cafe, Guilin Road, Chaoyang District, Museum of the Imperial Palace of the Manchu State, Erdao District, Chongqing Road, Nanguan District, Changchun Film Studio. Covered: Changchun Film Studio History, Puppet Manchukuo Palace Visit, Jingyuetan Forest Park Cycling, Changchun Cost of Living & Rent, Transit Card Usage Tips, Foreigner Residence Registration. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #ChangchunTravel #ChinaAutumn #ManchukuoHistory #JingyuetanPark #ChangyingFilmStudio #NortheastChinaFood #ChangchunLife #TravelTipsChina #VisaFreeChina #TransitCardChina #CulturalHeritage #IndustrialTourism #StudentDistrictChaoyang #MalatangLover #FilmCityChangchun #GoldenLeaves #ResidencePermitChina #DailyRoutineChina | |||
| Changchun's Golden Autumn and the Puppet Palace | 21 Sep 2026 | 00:09:57 | |
Wei Chen explores the crisp early autumn light in Changchun, walking through the heavy history of the Imperial Palace of the Manchu State before finding peace in Jingyuetan Forest Park. He shares thoughts on the city's affordable living costs and the quiet beauty of the first turning leaves. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to China: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full China guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 52 of China Travel Podcast with Wei Chen. Wei Chen is in Changchun, China. Places in this episode: Chaoyang District, Duofei Cafe, Museum of the Imperial Palace of the Manchu State, Erdao District, Guilin Road, Changchun Film Studio, Jingyuetan National Forest Park, Nanhu Park. Covered: Imperial Palace History, Jingyuetan Nature, Street Food Culture, Urban Transit Tips, Cost of Living, Autumn Seasonality. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #ChangchunTravel #JilinProvince #ChinaAutumn #ImperialPalace #JingyuetanPark #ChangchunFilmStudio #NortheastChina #TravelPodcast #WeiChenTravels #ManchukuoHistory #UrbanExploration #ForestParkLife #StreetFoodChina #BudgetTravelAsia #CulturalHeritage #SeptemberInChina #PublicTransportGuide #AsianCities | |||
| Chongqing Road Festivals and Changying Studios | 20 Sep 2026 | 00:10:10 | |
Wei Chen explores the autumn youth culture on Chongqing Road, visits the historic Changchun Film Studio, and enjoys local malatang while sharing practical tips on registration and transit. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to China: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full China guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 51 of China Travel Podcast with Wei Chen. Wei Chen is in Changchun, China. Places in this episode: Chongqing Road, Ouyang New Life Shopping Plaza, Changchun Film Studio Museum, Guilin Road, Chaoyang District. Covered: Chongqing Road Youth Culture Festival, Changchun Film Studio (Changying) History, Northeastern Malatang Street Food, Chaoyang District Dining, Metro Transit System, Mid-Autumn Festival Preparations. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #ChangchunTravel #ChongqingRoadFestival #ChangyingStudio #NortheastChinaFood #MalatangLover #UrbanExploration #ChineseCinemaHistory #ChaoyangDistrict #MetroRiding #AutumnInChangchun #StreetBasketball #BudgetTravelChina #FilmCity #HiddenGemsChangchun #LocalLife #RainyDayVibes #MidAutumnPrep #TUnionCard | |||
| Autumn light in Changchun's forest park | 19 Sep 2026 | 00:12:29 | |
Wei Chen explores Jingyuetan National Forest Park, the weight of the Puppet Manchukuo Palace history, and the affordable rhythm of daily life in Changchun. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to China: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full China guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 50 of China Travel Podcast with Wei Chen. Wei Chen is in Changchun, China. Places in this episode: Jingyuetan National Forest Park, Museum of the Imperial Palace of the Manchu State, Chongqing Road, Guilin Road, Duofei Cafe, Chaoyang District, Erdao District, Nanguan District. Covered: Jingyuetan Forest Park, Puppet Manchukuo Palace History, Chongqing Road Festivals, Changchun Cost of Living, T-Union Transit Card, Chaoyang District Dining. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #ChangchunTravel #JingyuetanForestPark #ManchukuoPalace #ChinaAutumn #NortheastChina #ChongqingRoadFestival #ChangchunFilmStudio #BudgetTravelChina #JilinProvince #UrbanExploration #HistoricalSites #ChangchunLife #TravelPodcast #WeiChenTravels #MidAutumnFestival #NationalDayHoliday #ChinaTrainTravel #OutdoorCycling | |||
| Chongqing Road Festivals and Changying Studios | 18 Sep 2026 | 00:10:11 | |
Wei Chen explores the autumn street festivals of Chongqing Road, visits the historic Changchun Film Studio, and reflects on the city's cinematic legacy and industrial soul. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to China: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full China guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 49 of China Travel Podcast with Wei Chen. Wei Chen is in Changchun, China. Places in this episode: Chongqing Road, Ouyang New Life Plaza, Duofei Cafe, Changchun Film Studio, Xiangyang Tun, Nanhu Park, Chaoyang District. Covered: Chongqing Road Festival, Changchun Film Studio History, Malatang Street Food, Residence Registration Tips, Tram Transit System, Chaoyang District Dining. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #ChangchunTravel #JilinProvince #ChinaVlog #AutumnInChina #ChangyingStudio #NortheastCuisine #UrbanExploration #TravelTips #ResidencePermit #PublicTransport #StreetFood #CulturalHeritage #LivingInChina #MidAutumnFestival #ForestPark #FilmHistory #BudgetTravel #AsiaAdventure | |||
| Ghost Capital and the First Autumn Light | 17 Sep 2026 | 00:09:47 | |
Wei Chen explores the quiet weight of Changchun’s Imperial Palace, walks through the turning leaves of Jingyuetan Forest Park, and navigates the city’s affordable daily rhythms as early autumn settles in. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to China: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full China guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 48 of China Travel Podcast with Wei Chen. Wei Chen is in Changchun, China. Places in this episode: Museum of the Imperial Palace of the Manchu State, Jingyuetan National Forest Park, Duofei Cafe, Xiangyang Tun, Erdao District, Nanguan District. Covered: Changchun History, Jingyuetan Nature, Living Costs, Residence Registration, Autumn Seasonality. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #ChangchunTravel #JilinAutumn #ManchukuoHistory #ChinaExpatLife #JingyuetanPark #NortheastChina #BudgetTravelChina #ImperialPalaceMuseum #ChineseCinemaHistory #FallFoliageChina #ChangchunFoodGuide #PublicTransitChina #ResidenceRegistrationChina #HiddenGemsChina #TravelWithWeiChen #ChinaPodcast #UrbanExploration #AsianCulture | |||
| Chongqing Road and the Golden Autumn in Changchun | 16 Sep 2026 | 00:09:21 | |
Wei Chen walks through Changchun's Chongqing Road pedestrian street during its autumn youth culture festival, visits Jingyuetan Forest Park for early foliage, and reflects on the city's Soviet-era planning and affordable daily life. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to China: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full China guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 47 of China Travel Podcast with Wei Chen. Wei Chen is in Changchun, China. Places in this episode: Chongqing Road, Jingyuetan National Forest Park, Museum of the Imperial Palace of the Manchu State, Duofei Cafe, Ouyang New Life shopping plaza, Xiangyang Tun, Zoo Coffee, Chaoyang District. Covered: Chongqing Road Youth Culture Festival, Jingyuetan Forest Park visit, Residence Registration process, Changchun Transit Cards (T-Union), Northeastern Street Food Costs, Soviet-era Urban Planning. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #ChangchunTravel #JilinProvince #ChinaAutumn #ChongqingRoad #JingyuetanPark #NortheastChina #ManchukuoHistory #ChangchunFilmStudio #ChinaTravelPodcast #WeiChenTravels #MidAutumnFestival #ChinaLife #UrbanExploration #SeptemberInChina #CostOfLivingChina #TransitTipsChina #HiddenGemsChina #AutumnLeaves | |||
| Changchun: Ghost Capital and Golden Leaves | 15 Sep 2026 | 00:09:47 | |
Wei Chen arrives in Changchun from Tongliao, exploring the puppet-state history of the Imperial Palace, the industrial soul of Auto City, and the first crisp autumn air of the northeast. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to China: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full China guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 46 of China Travel Podcast with Wei Chen. Wei Chen is in Changchun, China. Places in this episode: Museum of the Imperial Palace of the Manchu State, Jingyuetan National Forest Park, Guilin Road, Chongqing Road, Duofei Cafe, Chaoyang District, Erdao District, Nanguan District. Covered: Changchun Daily Life, Imperial Palace History, Jingyuetan Nature, Street Food Culture, Urban Transit Tips, Residence Registration. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #ChangchunTravel #NortheastChina #ManchukuoHistory #JingyuetanPark #ChineseStreetFood #AutumnInChina #ChangchunFilmStudio #TravelChina2026 #ChaoyangDistrict #GuilinRoadEats #PublicTransportChina #ResidenceRegistration #CyclingAsia #HiddenGemsChina #WeiChenPodcast #ChinaTravelTips #IndustrialHeritage #GoldenAutumn | |||
| Last light in Tongliao before the move north | 14 Sep 2026 | 00:10:34 | |
Wei Chen spends his final full day in Tongliao, packing away a cheap and quiet life among the Horqin grasslands. He visits the morning market for one last salty breakfast, reflects on the practicalities of residency and the approaching autumn harvest, and prepares to leave for Harbin. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to China: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full China guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 45 of China Travel Podcast with Wei Chen. Wei Chen is in Tongliao, China. Places in this episode: Horqin District, Tongliao Museum, Guangfa Grassland Mongolia Tribes, Cafe de bella, Xiaozhuang Park, Daqinggou National Nature Reserve. Covered: Tongliao departure, Residency logistics, Horqin history, Local dining, Seasonal changes. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #ChinaTravel #InnerMongolia #Tongliao #HorqinGrassland #Daqinggou #TravelTips #SoloTravel #ChinaLiving #AutumnInChina #CulturalHeritage #MongolianFood #BudgetTravel #HarbinBound #SlowTravel #WeiChenPodcast #ExploreChina #HistoricalSites #DigitalPayments | |||
| Last morning in Tongliao before the move north | 13 Sep 2026 | 00:10:42 | |
Wei Chen packs his bags on his final full day in Tongliao, reflecting on the quiet transformation of the Horqin grasslands and the practicalities of leaving a city that has become home. He visits a local café, sorts out administrative tasks, and prepares for the journey to Harbin. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to China: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full China guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 44 of China Travel Podcast with Wei Chen. Wei Chen is in Tongliao, China. Places in this episode: MTO coffee shop, Agula Street, Tongliao Museum, Jinye Plaza, Horqin District, Horqin Left Wing Middle Banner, Daqinggou Nature Reserve, Naiman Prince's Mansion. Covered: Tongliao departure logistics, Cost of living in Inner Mongolia, Horqin grassland ecology, Daily routines and digital payments, Museum and cultural sites, Weather and seasonal changes. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #ChinaTravel #InnerMongolia #Tongliao #HorqinGrasslands #TravelDiaries #AutumnInChina #SoloTravel #CulturalExploration #BudgetTravel #HiddenGems #NatureLovers #HistoryBuff #FoodieAdventures #TrainTravel #DigitalNomad #ResidencePermit #LocalLife #SeasonalChange | |||
| Daqinggou Canyon and the Quiet Morning | 12 Sep 2026 | 00:10:45 | |
Wei Chen explores the Daqinggou Nature Reserve, a forested oasis hidden in the Horqin desert, reflecting on ecological restoration and the quiet beauty of early autumn. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to China: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full China guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 43 of China Travel Podcast with Wei Chen. Wei Chen is in Tongliao, China. Places in this episode: Gan Oyu Guest House, Daqinggou National Nature Reserve, Horqin Left Rear Banner, Ganqika, Cafe de bella, Agula Street, Horqin District, Tongliao Museum. Covered: Daqinggou Nature Reserve ecology, Teacher discounts in China, Daily costs in Tongliao, Horqin grassland ecology, Local dining experiences. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Daqinggou #TongliaoTravel #InnerMongolia #HorqinGrasslands #ChinaTravelPodcast #EcoTourism #AutumnInChina #HiddenGemsChina #NaturePhotography #HikingChina #CulturalHeritage #QingDynastyHistory #SustainableTravel #OffTheBeatenPath #WeiChenTravels #ChinaLife #GrasslandScenery #ForestOasis | |||
| Horqin Grasslands and the Edge of Autumn | 11 Sep 2026 | 00:10:42 | |
Wei Chen drives north from Tongliao to explore the Horqin grasslands, visiting Zhurihe for horseback riding and reflecting on the region's Qing dynasty history. He discusses the cost of living, local dining at Guangfa Grassland Mongolia Tribes, and the approaching autumn harvest. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to China: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full China guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 42 of China Travel Podcast with Wei Chen. Wei Chen is in Tongliao, China. Places in this episode: Zhurihe Grassland Tourist Area, Guangfa Grassland Mongolia Tribes, Cafe de bella, Tongliao Museum, Horqin District. Covered: Horqin Grassland Ecology, Local Dining Costs, Banking Logistics, Qing Dynasty History, Transportation Cards. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #TongliaoTravel #InnerMongoliaLife #HorqinGrasslands #ZhuriheTourism #ChinaCostOfLiving #MongolianCuisine #TongliaoFoodie #GuangfaRestaurant #EmpressXiaozhuang #AutumnInChina #TravelOnABudget #LivingInChina #CafeCulture #HorseRidingChina #SilkRoadHistory #NorthernChinaTravel #DigitalNomadChina #WeekendGetaway | |||
| Horqin Grasslands and the Edge of Autumn | 10 Sep 2026 | 00:10:29 | |
Wei Chen explores the Horqin grasslands, visits Daqinggou Nature Reserve with a teacher's discount, and reflects on the wind-solar projects transforming the desert edges. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to China: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full China guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 41 of China Travel Podcast with Wei Chen. Wei Chen is in Tongliao, China. Places in this episode: Horqin District, Daqinggou National Nature Reserve, Naiman Banner, Mubus Family, River Point Café, Guangfa Grassland Mongolia Tribes, Jinye Plaza. Covered: Daqinggou Nature Reserve visit, Horqin grassland ecology, Local dining experiences, Teacher discounts in China, Wind-solar energy projects, Daily costs in Tongliao. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #TongliaoTravel #InnerMongolia #HorqinGrassland #DaqinggouNatureReserve #ChinaTravelPodcast #WeiChenTravel #AutumnInChina #MongolianCuisine #SustainableTravel #HiddenGemsChina #HorqinDistrict #NaimanBanner #TeacherDiscount #WindEnergyChina #EmpressXiaozhuang #TravelOnABudget #ChinaFoodie #NatureLovers | |||