The problem might be that some restaurants serve pre-made dishes from other regions, leading to disappointment with Hangzhou cuisine.

I knew you were just here to praise Shanghai.

It's really stunning!

You know to order beef noodles with half tendon and half meat! Pro move!

Not at all. As long as you're well-mannered, don't cut in line, and don't speak too loudly, you'll be fine.

I just came from Hefei. My flight was originally scheduled to depart at 7:30 PM and arrive at 10 PM. It ended up taking off at 11 PM and I've only just arrived now.

You've really hit the nail on the head. But Shenzhen is still very inclusive—at least complaints to the government are generally met with a response.

The traffic in Guangzhou is absolutely terrible.

Over a decade ago, I already thought Guangzhou Metro's station signage (wayfinding) was the best in the country, ahead of Shentong (Shanghai Metro). Now, with Shentong slacking off so badly, Guangzhou is arguably miles ahead.

True. Previously, the lantern shows at Yuexiu Park were open during the day, and they only charged for admission in the evening.

The OP (original poster) probably hasn't bought groceries at a local wet market yet [Ugh emoji]. That's where the real struggle is... Those aunties at the market totally size you up and try to rip you off. They won't let you bargain, and they'll even ask you to round up the payment for them (even with WeChat Pay). So, it's just better to go to the supermarket.

Looking for recommendations!

That tour group.

Wow, 35,000 steps!

I want to complain too!

The people in Suzhou are incredibly welcoming! Saving this guide for anyone planning a trip to Suzhou in the future.

What app is this?

Taking a taxi from Hangzhou Railway Station to the Grand Convention and Exhibition Center cost me 136 yuan. I'd originally wanted to use a ride-hailing app, but a taxi driver approached us offering 2.5 yuan per kilometer. I estimated it would be around 50-60 yuan, which seemed reasonable, so we got in. However, when we arrived, he demanded 136 yuan. On our return trip, I tried using an app again, learning from the previous experience. But due to crowds and poor signal, the app froze. Desperate to catch our train, we asked a nearby taxi driver the fare to Hangzhou Station. He quoted 150 yuan, claiming it would be the same even on the meter. We mentioned our earlier metered fare was 136 yuan, but he just pointed out we couldn't get another ride. We reluctantly got in. Then, he wouldn't leave, saying 150 yuan was too low for just two people, and only drove off after finding two more passengers, charging 150 yuan for each pair.

Any Hangzhou locals here? It's raining right now, and I'm planning a visit.

This is a public bus, not a tour bus. It's like taking the 2-yuan ferry and expecting a cruise ship experience. If the experience is bad, who's to blame? It's the tourists who want to have their cake and eat it too.