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WarrenRodwell says:
Former American taxi driver Lou Conover has had to assimilate a new set of rules and conduct in so far as traffic culture is concerned. Being from a small town of only fifteen thousand makes it difficult to accept that Chengdu (with over ten million) has a reputation for being laid back. Instead, Ch…
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Free! "General Tip & Advice" in China
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WarrenRodwell says:
Most of China is cold and dry in the northern hemisphere winter; icy cold (even frozen) in the north of the People's Republic. January is usually the worst. By the beginning of March each year, the weather improves. You will need thermal underwear, a scarf, two pairs of socks, boots, gloves, hat and…
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Free! "General Tip & Advice" in China
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tomcarter says:
Perhaps the single most reassuring fact about travel in the People's Republic of China is its remarkably low crime rate.
The Ministry of Public Security (MPS), the principal authority of domestic criminal procedures, earlier this year announced a 15 percent decline in violent crime (4.5 million r…
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pinchora says:
When I went to Xiamen, China I went to a lot of restaurants while I was there...and not all of them were chinese. One restaurant I went to was named Tutto Benes. According to my Uncle and Aunt (who live around the corner from the restaurant) said that the owner and head chef came from Italy (and I…
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Very cheap "General Tip & Advice" in China
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WarrenRodwell says:
Firstly, thanks must go to English expat Mr Carey Harmer in Chengdu for his time, effort and thoughtfulness in producing and sharing the following information so that newcomers may feel more at ease when ordering food in Chinese restaurants. Well done, Carey !
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kalbakk says:
If you're looking for a good place to stay in Beijing, Wangfujing Youth hostel is a good choice. The staff are so sweet and helpful, the beds are really comfortable and it's a great place to meet other travellers. Connected to the hostel there's a Travellers Café, with tasty international food. …
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jegs76 says:
If u want to travel by train in China, good luck! Because u will need it more than anything. Sometimes u get it easy, sometimes u never get to the train.
If u r in Beijing and u r about to buy a ticket or get any info, DONT ENTER THE STATION BUILDING! inside there are nothing u need. But also DONT …
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tomcarter says:
Backpackers Behaving Badly
by Tom Carter
As a veteran backpacker of both hemispheres currently traveling extensively throughout all 32 provinces of the People's Republic of China, this writer has come to depend heavily on hostels. Without them I could not financially (or emotionally) last the 10…
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Cheap "General Tip & Advice" in China
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WarrenRodwell says:
The decimal currency of mainland China is the RMB (Renminbi). Foreign money is used only in certain circumstances, even though some English language travel guide books will tell you differently. In such cases, it becomes painfully obvious that the authors or editors have not recently or ever set foo…
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Free! "General Tip & Advice" in China
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WarrenRodwell says:
I personally have travelled to many countries around the world. Most foreigners tend to agree that China probably provides the greatest initial culture shock, especially in rural provincial areas. Chengdu City itself is okay, because it is modern and international. However in most parts of China, th…
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alexontheroad says:
The eastern Qing tombs are the last palace of the chinese emporers, empresses and concubines. It´s in a valley and the different tombs are covering a large area. The peaceful place is not crowded and you can explore the area on your own. The entrance fee is 120 RMB for all tombs together. You can …
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WarrenRodwell says:
In everyday life in downstate Texas, Dennis West has to carry a gun, even when this soon to be retired law enforcement officer is off duty. On the seldom occasions that he has been without a weapon for whatever reason, he has felt excessively ill at ease. Thirty years’ active police experience has…
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Froolik says:
After traveling for 2 weeks from Beijing downwards we (me and my friend from China) ended up at Zhangjiajie National Forest Park. Also known as Wulingyan Scenic and Historic Interest Area (got that from a website while searching for the right way to write the name of the park).
I read a bit about i…
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WarrenRodwell says:
REVIEW REQUEST:
"Has anybody been to Tibet in wintertime? I read different stories, some say it is doable and other say the country is harly accesible because of the snow. I wonder what your experiences are! Thanks in advance, Margot"
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WarrenRodwell says:
Telecommunication in Chengdu is very convenient these days. Mobile phones are universally used. From crowded buses and bustling streets to quiet corners of cultural centres, consumers talking on cell or mobile phones can be seen almost everywhere. People of different ages from various circles, peddl…
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mein0001 says:
Barony Hotel Kashgar is said to be the best hotel in Kashgar. It was nice. Good size rooms, breakfasts were ok. Some of the best streets in downtown Kashgar are walking distance from the hotel. Only thing, a few of the rooms smelled weird. Smoky and/or slight sewage smell. I lived with it, one of my…
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WarrenRodwell says:
Coming to Chengdu can be best described as an adventure for Carl Parker.It allows him to combine his love of long-distance motorcycling with a passion for photography. A convenient way to express this unique and fascinating creative medium is “motography”. It simply combines adventure motorcycli…
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WarrenRodwell says:
Hundreds of volunteers went to the streets of Chengdu city, holding candles and praying for children with blood diseases, as the Chengdu Media Group sponsored various fundraising events through out the Sichuan capital to draw attention to this less fortunate segment of the community. Locations inclu…
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tomcarter says:
Can a poor white boy survive Hong Kong?
by Tom Carter
Having spent over two-and-a-half straight years in the Chinese mainland without leave, it was with both anticipation and apprehension that I recently crossed the southern border into Asia's wealthiest city.
Despite its one-stop-shopping po…
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AtlantaScottyV says:
When I traveled to Beijing in 2001, Robert (a.k.a. "Spechina" on Travel Buddy) was our tour guide that we had hired through a family friend. Needless to say, we had fantastic tours of everything! He was able to arrange everything ahead of time for us and coordinate all of our t…
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Average priced "Thing To Do" in Russia
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Travelbuddys says:
This is one of the most greatest and famous railroads in the world. We went on it in the summer of 2005. We started of in St'Petersburg Russia and went from there by train to Moscow, from wich the transsiberia starts. Then we took it down to Irkutsk.Lake baikal wich is in Siberia. In summer temperat…
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pinchora says:
A while back I wrote some reviews on places from my trip to China in 2004. Here is an addition to those... while in Xiamen we ate at the Holiday Inn a couple times those 2 weeks... it's one of my Aunt and Uncle's favorite restaurants. We ate asian style which means that when we ordered we ordered …
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WarrenRodwell says:
The Chengdu International Women's Club (CIWC) offers a wide variety of regular social activities including monthly Luncheons, Coffee Mornings and Nights Out, as well as special events. There are also many groups within CIWC, including a Book Group, Crafter's Group, Tennis Club and a Playgroup for th…
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WarrenRodwell says:
If you are willing to help without salary, accommodation can be offered in Tibetan areas as well as the opportunity to develop your skills to the fullest. You may need to pay for your own bus transport (from Chengdu) to Dzongsar Tibetan Hospital, Meshay Area, Dege County,Ganze Tibetan Autonomous Reg…
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Very cheap "Thing To Do" in China
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monkeyxian says:
this year june of 2008, 2 buddy of mine went to china together 1 friend and the other is a buddy i know over the internet from cleveland ohio. this summer we travel to china and went to many exciting places and one happens to be the yellow mountain in chinese its called "huan shan"
Huan shan is a…
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cax says:
I've never been the big Sushi fan. But Sakura is a must for every visitor in Malmö.
It's a family owned restaurant with Japanese and Chinese specialities and a good selection of Sushi's. I tried one of their Sushi boxes with four diffrent dishes, and from the first bite I suddently started a lo…
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filthyjabba says:
Go to the Badaling part of the wall this is very accessible from the CBD in Beijing. views are breathtaking but try to get there as early as possible as te crowds can be annoying.
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WarrenRodwell says:
Although having travelled quite extensively throughout the Asian continent over the past decade, it was never my original intention to visit, let alone settle in western China. In fact, not all that long ago, the only recognizable place on a map would have probably been Tibet. Looking slightly to th…
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scnbenstein says:
Depends on where you are in Beijing.... since there are way too many places to visit... I suggest visiting this link:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tourist_attractions_of_Beijing
There's so much so see, but like I always say... so little time. It's been a while since I've been back to China, bu…
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ru1212us says:
I recently went to Coyote Cafe in Xiamen, China. It has a wonderful atmosphere and great Mexican food....oh and do not forget to have a Margarita, one of the best I have had anywhere. Located on the lake in Xiamen, it has a great view and relaxing.
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Chengdu Traffic Culture
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Tutto Bene
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