I'm back from Northwest China! Here's my advice...

I've noticed many people are asking for travel tips. Many people do a lot of research before going to Northwest China, but find that the reality is different from what they expected. Today, I'm sharing some tips to help you avoid some common pitfalls ❗ . 🎨 Outfit Recommendations for April–May ✨ Rainbow Mountains: Solid colors (black and white) ✨ Jiayuguan: White T-shirt and cargo pants ✨ Singing Sand Dunes: Spicy style, denim, and dresses are all great for photos! ✨ Emerald Lake: A cool look with a long top and short bottoms, or a yellow dress ✨ Qinghai Lake: Windbreaker or fleece-lined sweatshirt (warm and photogenic) ✨ Qilian Mountains: White dress and denim style! ✨ Shoes: I recommend bringing a pair of Dr. Martens, they give off a Western cowboy vibe! . 👜 Essential Gear 1. A 24/26-inch suitcase and a backpack are enough 2. ID card, and bring your student ID if you have one (for discounts) 3. Common medicines + motion sickness medicine 4. Dresses + long pants + T-shirts + thick coat + long socks + hat + comfortable shoes [A windbreaker is essential for photos, warmth, and wind protection] 5. Lotion + lip balm + face cream (it's really dry) + sunglasses + sunscreen + erythromycin ointment 6. Charger + power bank + headphones + camera . ⚠ Lessons Learned from Personal Experience ⚪ Altitude sickness is related to your physical condition. When you arrive at Qinghai Lake, slow down, avoid strenuous exercise, and don't take a shower or wash your hair. Don't overexert yourself on the first day. Your health is the most important thing. ⚪ Glucose oral solution is helpful. I used it to relieve my altitude sickness. ⚪ Motion sickness medicine is a must! Whether you're driving or on a tour, you'll be spending a lot of time in the car. ⚪ Be sure to bring warm clothes. It's cold in the morning and evening in Northwest China. You can wear lighter clothes and dresses during the day. . Northwest Grand Loop 7-Day 6-Night Itinerary Overview: D1: Xining – Qinghai Lake – Chaka Salt Lake – Chaka Town D2: Chaka Town – Qarhan Salt Lake – Xiao Qaidam Lake – Da Qaidam D3: Da Qaidam – U-shaped Road – East Taijinaier Lake – Water Yadan – Emerald Lake – Da Qaidam D4: Da Qaidam – Black Gobi – Petroleum Town – Silk Road Heritage City – Dunhuang D5: Dunhuang – Mogao Grottoes – Singing Sand Dunes and Crescent Lake – Dunhuang D6: Dunhuang – Son of the Earth – Jiayuguan Tower – Rainbow Mountains – Zhangye D7: Zhangye – Qilian Grassland – Menyuan Rape Flower Fields – Daban Mountain Viewing Platform – Disband in Xining