Thanks for the advice and offers all. I was wondering about trying a hotel swimming pool. I heard Green Lake Hotel has an small, indoor heated pool, though possibly expensive. If I try it, I'll feedback here.
It has been a long time waiting...
Does anyone know of, or use, a swimming pool which is toddler-friendly, ideally reasonably near "central" Kunming (Yunda/XiaoXiMen etc).
Also, does anyone know where you can buy "waterproof" nappies/diapers to avoid in-pool accidents (for my son, I should add!)
JiaHua and Just Hot are actually owned by the same company (I've often wondered if the identical initials are deliberate). Just Hot is designed to appeal to those who prefer higher quality and are prepared to pay for it.
@Lummerllaoshi
5 years married, eh? I have a couple of yours to go, then. Useful info. Thanks.
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Ocean
This place is now closed.
Ocean
Price is now 100RMB for adults, 70RMB for children.
Some of the animal areas are as far as 10+km from the entrance - you can buy a hop on/off bus ticket for 60RMB per person, but there are also clearly marked walkways for those who are full of energy.
Everything inside is pretty expensive - consider bringing a picnic.
Many of the animals are in large outdoor enclosures. Some are caged. The park calls itself a safari, but this is not a "drive your car amongst the animals" thing. It's more like a decent western zoo.
There are places to handle/be photographed with animals, for a fee. Also, some kids amusements.
The animal show is free, but a waste of time (unless you love watching goats, sheep, pigs, horses etc!!).
Good labelling i English thorughout.
Ocean
Still worth a visit, especially for the arhat statues. The 11am vegetarian lunch is basic, but still only 10RMB. Free entry.
Ocean
Prague cafe used to be my favourite cafe in Wenlin area but I went for lunch there today after a few months away and it's really gone downhill (new owners?). The menu was a photocopy, the food was lacklustre and much more expensive than before, the decor was dull and the service so-so. I won't be back there anytime soon.
Ocean
It's open! And it's free. And its terrific for kids.
The museum is surprisingly interactive (although only 2/3 of the attractions are working) and modern (VR, simulators, touchscreens, etc). Sadly, no English on any of the displays but the fun is in trying to work out how the exhibits work and what they are supposed to be showing. Well worth a visit.
Yunnan's capital scrambles as 'Civilized Kunming' audit looms
发布者Even our neighbourhood office has had a lick of paint!!
Next they'll even try and stop people spitting!!
Yunnan's capital scrambles as 'Civilized Kunming' audit looms
发布者Wow. That explains a LOT! Thanks
Kunming police taking steps to tame traffic chaos
发布者Goodness, there are traffic cops, fences and cordons everywhere! Slows my progress a bit, but seems to be a lot safer overall. Wonder how long it will last?
Once controversial oil refinery to open in Yunnan this month
发布者I remember just after my son "Pin Xiu" was born, there were protesters on the streets with placards reading, "No PX here!". I was a bit shocked for a while.
To entice more travelers, Yunnan scenic areas cutting prices
发布者"Lowered ...prices ....at the Dwarf Kingdom". Unfortunate turn of phrase?