AMERICANS IN CHINA (not what we expected🤯)

China is not all what we expected and trust me, as a couple of Americans, we certainly had some reservations about trekking through the country without a real plan.

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WE’RE JASON AND NIKKI WYNN. A couple of modern-day documentarians, perpetual travelers, and seekers of tall tales.

We’ve been chasing our curiosity around the world on wheels and keels since 2011. Why? Because curiosity is the key to unlocking life. It pushes us outside our comfort zone, softens our assumptions, and helps us embrace the great unknown. The more we let our curiosity lead the way, the more we discover about ourselves and the world around us.

Our home is also our transportation and we spend weeks away from civilization and sometimes land. Self-reliance and living a sustainable lifestyle are a must. It's all about managing our resources and we’re always looking for new and better ways to do so.

We've lived off the grid for over 10 years now in everything from a Van to RV to a Sailboat. And over time we have learned a lot about renewable energy, creating safe drinking water, and managing our waste.

Our journey is ever-evolving but the mission remains the same: #CultivateCuriosity

Timestamps if you like to Jump Around:

00:00 An Unbelievable Town in Ancient China
01:12 Lijiang’s Waterways
02:04 Coffee Culture in Yunnan
03:02 Hiking Jade Dragon Snow Mountain Glacier
07:45 Live Music, Local Food & Fuzzy Animals
09:36 Pu’er Tea and the Tea Horse Road
11:25 Cobblestone Streets and Intriguing Artists
13:47 The Naxi People of Lijiang Yunnan
15:00 Hiking Tiger Leaping Gorge
23:02 Sunset Streets & Shopping in Old Lijiang
25:11 Night Lights & Incredible Ambience (Shopping and Street Food)
28:18 Lijiang’s Last Grandma
29:25 Lijiang Comes Alive at Night

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[ddenice]

My 19 year old niece is in China working for 6 months, she said it is beautiful and the people are amazing….. she went alone after graduation because she has a heart for adventures. Thank you for sharing this amazing place….

[pamheller]

I watched this video through tears. I am 68 years old and I want to be you when I grow up. For now, this old crippled body will live through your adventures. Thank you so much for sharing your life with us all. Bless you on your travels.

[andywang]

Yes, if you travel to China without any prejudice, you will naturally gain your own understanding of this ancient country.

[ah]

I’ve never been there, my wife did 20 years ago. She loved the place so much, she went back every year and bought a house there. She told me she wanted to live there when we retire. Unfortunately she passed away a few years ago, I sold the house and wonder if I ever want to visit there in my life time.

[liquidtunes]

This video made my morning for many reasons. I’ve had the good fortune to visit scores of countries around the world including China, and firmly believe that while the architecture, landscape and food may differ, we are all one people with the same hopes, dreams, fears and struggles all living under the same big sky. Our differences are to be celebrated as they add colour to life, and our humanity is to be shared as it is our strength in times of grave distress.

Your video popped up in my feed today and I’m grateful that you shared. As an Indian, I have nothing but respect and fondness for China; and it’s great to see two Americans enthusiastically make their way around the country. When we discard the lenses of geopolitics and prejudice, the world becomes much more accessible and enjoyable. Thank you for showing this and living it. YouTube tip amounts are peculiar because of the conversion but there’s an 8 for good luck! Best wishes from Dubai 🙌🏼

[carolranes]

This was awesome. I always believe as you travel and meet others it is harder to be angry and want to go to war. The Chinese people are beautiful thanks for showing the world. Their country is magnificent and more people should see it in person!

[xmen]

No wonder my friend has been travelling to China for almost 40 years, using his annual days off. He’s a photographer and a food lover and China has all these for him.

[zoeliu]

Five years ago, I was in China and fell ill. I walked 10 minutes to the pharmacy at 1 a.m. to buy medicine. Last summer, I went to China again and ate too much for dinner and supper. I felt uncomfortable in my stomach and needed to buy medicine again. But this time, I didn’t have to go out to buy it myself. I bought it through the Meituan APP. After I paid, it was delivered to the hotel 20 minutes later. The hotel robot delivered it to my room. It was really convenient and safe.

[juliepetruzzi]

I hiked Tiger Leaping Gorge in the summer of 2003 when I was backpacking around China by myself. Can’t believe that was 20 years ago! It was one of the sketchiest experiences of my life, but so worth it! After hiking for hours, I took a tiny little boat/raft from one side of the raging gorge to the other. We had to squat down so we didn’t throw off the balance of the raft! I had met a very friendly Chinese couple in Lijiang who ended up doing the hike with me. What an incredible/thrilling experience that I’ll never forget!

[danfadden]

I don’t know why, but I was out of breath just watching, and I didn’t want it to end. Amazing country with some amazing storytelling. A truly awesome episode.

[nicoros]

My nephew moved to Beijing and never regretted this step. Found a job, a wife and wishes to stay there forever.

[idcashflow]

i still remember my dad story about china, when he visited china in 1979, how poor they are, etc, etc, and my dad visiting china again in 2013, he is blown away, because he focusing his story about the hotel in 1979 that very bad, in 2013 he said, there is no five star hotel in this world could beat china five star hotel now.

and thank god my wife is chinese who fluently in mandarin, so my business in here goes smooth.

[lunalobgood]

Hi new subscriber here from the US. I'm disabled and would not be able to hike to such beautiful places. You tuber like you provides me a glimpse of what its like, even for a moment I can imagine and feel the awesome places you visit. Thank you. much.

[Montie-Adkins]

"What a day, what a life, " she says. WHAT A VIDEO! You just did this while still waiting for your boat and it's one of your best ever. Breathtaking. I needed it too. You guys make me feel good.

[conniehe]

I'm Naxi and I am so happy you shown my hometown and culture to the world! ❤

[lexielin]

As a Chinese person, this video has made me cry many times. It's a very touching travel vlog full of humanity. Thank you, you guys are really gentle and kind. I love my country, and I also love the China in your eyes. Thank

[hhydar]

Being from Pakistan, it sad that we dpn't know much about our neighboring country and this video truly opened my eyes. This is the China i desperately want to visit, the ancient towns, their history, civilization, culture, local cuisines, beautiful alleyways, and traditional attires. Truly a wonderful experience watching this.

[gillesrousselle]

I have just been there a week ago!! Ancient Lijiang city is amazing, I really recommend the Yuhu village close to the Yulong snow mountains, an American explorer had spend 20 years there to study naxi culture, people can still visit his house as a museum! The ancient Dali city is amazing too, different vibe from Lijiang! I did two-day hike at tiger leeping gorge, absolutely stunning, I agree with you, it is worth staying at least a week

[stewartbrann]

In the military, I was fortunate enough to travel to almost 50 different countries. Your channel, and these China videos in particular, have confirmed my experience and belief that people are generally peaceful and friendly all over the world. Thanks for pointing this out everywhere you go.

[mavalex]

The name of Yunnan itself is also very beautiful. It means "South of Colorful Clouds". Your video is great, thank you!