Tag: China
Have visited China twice now (2010 and 2014) but there is so much more to discover. I’ll be back.
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Memorable Meals
You know how sometimes you have a life-changing meal? I don’t necessarily mean those meals at posh restaurants. I’ve had a few of those, and I’ve blogged about them here. … Read the rest “Memorable Meals”
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Between Two Worlds
I really love the train trip between Sydney and Newcastle, except of course when there’s track work, and you’re transported by bus instead. It’s only happened to me once. The … Read the rest “Between Two Worlds”
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Nexus Holidays China Sampler
When my friend Sue first spotted the “Nexus Holidays China Sampler” late last year, we both thought it sounded “too good to be true”. For about the cost of a … Read the rest “Nexus Holidays China Sampler”
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China – Shanghai
There was a moment today when the guy sitting behind me, Paul, said “You know I think I wouldn’t mind living in Shanghai for a year of two”. Without hesitation, … Read the rest “China – Shanghai”
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China – Tea Plantation
I learned more today about green tea than I have my entire life. Our day started with a visit to a nearby village of Mei Jia Wu, where they seem … Read the rest “China – Tea Plantation”
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China – Shopping and Travel
During the earlier part of our journey, I highlighted the “shopping segments” of our tour as potential dividers between the men and women in our group. These included visits to … Read the rest “China – Shopping and Travel”







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