I said goodbye to Hong Kong and headed back into mainland China. My luck continues as I meet two sisters from Missouri (one of which is ending a 6 month journey around the world.....in fact, she is doing the exact opposite route i am taking). Together we take the turbo jet to Shenzen (china) and then board a flight to Guilin. While my original plan was to go to Yangshuo, I alter it to stay in Guilin one night so I can see the famous Caves and then catch a boat down the Lijiang river to Yangshuo. Unfortunately, we also meet three JAPS from NYC who accompany us in Guilin to the caves. I put up with them for a day while enjoying Guilin (caves, bamboo boat ride, hiking, etc.). The next day, we leave Guilin
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