She also highlighted discrepancies in the tour package.
\n\nSingaporean host and actress Quan Yi Fong recently travelled to Xinjiang, China as part of a tour group, but was left stunned by the guide's alleged pressure tactics on tourists to spend more money.
\n\nThe 52-year-old took to Instagram on Nov. 1 to recount her experience regarding her 10-day trip.
\n\nAccording to her, the tour guide allegedly mocked and scolded tour group members who refused to shop.
\n\nQuan shared that due to unpredictable weather conditions, she decided to visit southern Xinjiang instead of northern Xinjiang.
\n\nHowever, she said she would not recommend such a vacation.
\n\nAs Xinjiang is a vast region that can be challenging to explore independently, Quan said she booked a local tour group upon arrival.
\n\nShe had also signed a contract that promised no forced shopping and no hidden fees.
\n\nHowever, for two consecutive mornings, the group was allegedly taken out early to shop for Xinjiang long-staple cotton products and visit two Hetian jade shops.
\n\nShe added that each item was sold for at least 2,000 yuan (S$380).
\n\n"If you didn't buy anything, the tour guide would mock you on the bus or even straight-up curse at you," she…
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