Like many Chinese, I grew up in the countryside of Jiangxi province. My parents worked hard in the factories and on our small farm. When I was old enough I was asked to go to Shanghai to make money to support the family. But this was difficult without a high education and at that time I knew little English. I often met Westerners who shared advice which always included building new skills. So I learned English and eventually found the tourism industry and became an English-speaking guide.

I loved meeting people and seeing their face light up with new experiences and I could tell that my enthusiasm for sharing the culture and history of China made them happy. I learned the secrets of being a great guide were simple – care about the customer, meet their needs, help them learn, reduce their stress and of course, help them have fun! I was a pretty good guide and along the way met many great friends who were also guides (some better than me I have to admit!).

>After three years of being a guide, I decided to start Jenny’s Shanghai Tours. Of course I wanted to make more money, but it’s deeper than that. I want to create the best experiences for visitors, help my guide friends work with the best customers to make a decent living and to build relationships with people so I can help them again and again.

In 2020, after expanding to Beijing, Xian and all over China with new friends, amazing guides we changed our name to Jenny’s China Tours. Perhaps someday, we can expand even further to Jenny’s Asia Tours while never losing our on creating the best experience possible wherever you want to go.

That’s my story. I look forward to hearing yours soon!