French-speaking Guide Don Francis:

Bridging Cultures to Unveil Guilin’s Landscapes and Chengdu’s Vibrancy Don Francis, a seasoned French-speaking tour guide with 15 years of experience in China-France tourism services, is at the prime of his career at 45. He combines rich cross-cultural communication expertise with a relentless passion for travel services, focusing on crafting in-depth cultural and natural journeys in Guilin and Chengdu exclusively for French-speaking travelers. As a certified French-speaking guide, Don’s linguistic proficiency is a core strength. He not only delivers precise historical and cultural explanations in fluent, authentic French but also communicates efficiently with local merchants and scenic spot staff in Chinese, perfectly resolving language barriers for French travelers. Additionally, he holds the “Cross-Cultural Tourism Consultant” certification accredited by the French National Tourism Board. Well-versed in the cultural cognition habits and travel needs of French tourists, he excels at subtly connecting the regional cultures of Southwest China with French culture, making abstract history and folklore accessible and engaging. ### In Guilin: A Cultural Interpreter Behind the Landscapes In Guilin, Don acts as a “Cultural Interpreter Behind the Landscapes”. When taking visitors on a Li River bamboo raft ride, he goes beyond superficial praises of “the most beautiful mountains and rivers under heaven”. Instead, he explains the formation of karst landforms in detail in French, draws parallels between the fishing village life along the Li River and rural cultures in Provence, France, helping visitors grasp the shared wisdom of “living in harmony with mountains and waters”. Strolling through Yangshuo West Street, he guides tourists into local handicraft workshops, introducing the inheritance of Zhuang brocade weaving and oil tea making in French. He even assists visitors in interacting with craftsmen using simple Zhuang language, adding a human touch to the landscape tour. ### In Chengdu: A Guide to Urban Vibrancy and Heritage Focusing on Chengdu, Don transforms into a “Guide to Chengdu’s Urban Vibrancy”. At the Panda Base, he prepares French-language brochures on giant panda conservation in advance, explaining China’s achievements in endangered species protection while visitors observe panda behaviors. When wandering around Kuanzhai Alley, he accurately recommends Sichuan restaurants tailored to French palates, introducing the characteristics of Sichuan cuisine—spicy, numbing, fresh, and fragrant—in French. He also takes visitors to experience intangible cultural heritage projects like gaiwan tea and Shu embroidery, and vividly recounts the marketplace life of old Chengdu through engaging French stories. For those interested in the Three Kingdoms culture, he can thoroughly outline the historical context behind Wuhou Shrine in French, ensuring cultural tours are never superficial. ### Thoughtful Service Beyond the Scenery Beyond scenic spot explanations, Don’s service details are remarkably considerate. He communicates in advance about dietary restrictions of French tourists and customizes exclusive meal plans. He carries French-language emergency contact cards and scenic spot maps throughout the journey for visitors’ independent activities. In case of emergencies, such as a visitor feeling unwell, he can quickly contact local hospitals and provide French translation assistance, adding a layer of security to cross-border travel. Many French tourists comment, “Don is more than a guide; he’s like a friend who knows China well, helping us truly understand the unique charm of Southwest China amidst Guilin’s landscapes and Chengdu’s vibrancy.” Today, Don Francis continues to update his knowledge base—regularly visiting newly developed eco-villages in Guilin and emerging cultural landmarks in Chengdu to supplement his French explanatory materials. His goal is to ensure every French-speaking traveler’s journey in Guilin and Chengdu becomes an unforgettable cross-cultural experience.