Lantau Island: The other side of Hong Kong
Lantau Island is not the Hong Kong you expect. When someone says “Hong Kong” you probably think of glistening skyscrapers […]
Asia, China, Destinations
off the beaten path
Asia, China, Life in China
Inside a Chinese Wet Market
Chinese wet markets are large open markets where vendors sell fresh fruits, vegetables, and meat, unpackaged and unprocessed. Ever since
Asia, Destinations, Thailand
How the hell do you get to Pak Chong, Thailand?
Pak Chong, Thailand is only about two and a half hours away from Bangkok. It’s the gateway to Khao Yai
Asia, China, Destinations, Shanghai
Hold on to Your Butts: It’s Gucun Park, Shanghai
Gucun Park in Shanghai is also known as “dinosaur park.” Walk through dense forests of leafy green plants. There’s a
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Asia, China, Destinations, Shanghai
Shipyards and Strawberries on Chang Xing Island
Our Chang Xing Island adventure started with a message from the boss. “We’re going to Chang Xing Island next week.
Asia, China, Destinations, Shanghai
Guyi – Shanghai’s Secret Garden
Guyi Garden is a lovely classical garden just an hour north of downtown Shanghai. It’s not as famous as some
Asia, Destinations, Thailand
An “Authentic” Hill Tribe Trek in Chiang Rai, Thailand
“Authentic.” What does that word even mean? Part of the reason we travel is to have an “authentic” experience. We
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Asia, China, Destinations
Linhai and the Pretty Good Wall of China
Linhai is a small city that seems to be off the radar of most Westerners. It’s a mere three hours