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The key to success is being serious! Travel is no exception!
A savvy travel strategist should always keep a detailed budget!
In early November, I took my parents on a family trip to Pu'er and Xishuangbanna.
Here's a quick overview of my expenses for the 5-day, 4-night trip.
The total cost for the entire trip was 14,371 yuan, or 4,790 yuan per person.As the chart shows, transportation and accommodation accounted for about 80% of the total cost.
Food and beverages totaled 1,699 yuan, or about 70 yuan per meal per person.
The local Dai-style farm dishes are delicious. Whether traveling domestically or internationally,
Transportation costs are always the biggest expense!
Especially air tickets. If you can book cheap tickets.
You can save almost 30% on travel expenses!
"Great deal" - China Southern Airlines Happy Flight 4+1 EditionIf your trip is long, a family road trip is the best deal!
It'll also be easier and more convenient!
Pu'er + Xishuangbanna ItineraryPlan your trip based on your needs.
Allow ample time for fun and rest!
Gaozhuang Xishuangjing Starlight Night MarketIf transportation is a "rigid consumption",
then accommodation expenses are a science!
Choosing a good hotel is not only about ensuring a good rest and sleep.
Pu'er Red Panda Manor A hotel nestled in the forest—Pu'er Red Panda ManorMore importantly, choosing a convenient location saved us valuable time and travel expenses!
The biggest flaw of our trip—Xishuangbanna White Holiday Villa.
The resort is located in Menghai County, quite far from the city center and tourist attractions.
Nearby amenities are completely inconvenient!
It took a full 45 minutes to drive to the city center for meals!
This hotel isn't suitable for short trips,
but is more suited to stays of more than two weeks. 
Suitable for winter stays in Xishuangbanna
Take this trip as an example.
There was the disappointing "five-star bad review" Zhenjunyuan Wild Mushroom Restaurant!
But there was also the unforgettable delicacy - Maoci Southeast Asian Restaurant!
Xishuangbanna 
￥70 per person, the most delicious Dai-style restaurantWhat to do and where to go in which season?
True travel guides know that
Tickets are the "soul" of travel!
This time, we visited the Pu'er Tea Expo Park, Pu'er National Forest Park, and Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden, which gave us unexpected surprises!
Pu'er, in particular, is a truly hidden gem!
China Pu'er Tea Expo Garden 
China Pu'er Tea Expo Garden Experience the joy of picking and making tea in the tea plantations that stretch across the mountains.
Interacting with the animals in Pu'er National Forest Park was a hundred times more fun than any zoo I've ever been to! Pu'er National Park - Xiuniuping Scenic Area 
Pu'er National Park - Xiuniuping Scenic Area 
Pu'er National Park - Xiuniuping Scenic Area 
Pu'er National Park Rhino Ping Scenic Area
The only drawback is the Wild Elephant Valley.
It's heavily hyped and commercialized, not worth a visit!
The advantage of group tours is that they save you hassle,
but they don't necessarily save you money or time!
Pu'er National Park Rhino Ping Scenic Area Independent travel offers unparalleled advantages in terms of both value for money and flexibility.
I hope everyone will avoid pitfalls, compare more, and do the math.
The best option is the one that suits you!
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