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In May and June 2025, I undertook a short tour through TripADeal, visiting various parts of China. It was a significant one for me, as it was my first overseas trip as an amputee.
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Lessons learned from my amputee trip to China, thoughts on the plane
Two years ago, I had returned from an overseas holiday with a severe infection that led to the amputation of my lower right leg. To mark the second anniversary, I … Read the rest “Lessons learned from my amputee trip to China, thoughts on the plane”
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A Taste of Shanghai
I’ve always had mixed feelings about tours that take you to the top of skyscrapers. I discovered years ago in Stockholm, of all places, that the most interesting views are … Read the rest “A Taste of Shanghai”
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Green Tea and West Lake
Our day in Hangzhou, one of China’s renowned tea capitals, began after breakfast with a special visit to a Tea House at Meijiawu Tea Village. This village, nestled in the … Read the rest “Green Tea and West Lake”
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A rainy day in Wuxi
Our morning in Wuxi began with a stark reminder of how weather can change even the best-laid plans. It was the final day of the Dragon Boat Festival public holiday, … Read the rest “A rainy day in Wuxi”
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China on a new footing: My first overseas adventure as an amputee
I spoke on ABC Radio late tonight from China. As the transcript below explains, the program often features chats with ABC colleagues on their international travel. For my story, there … Read the rest “China on a new footing: My first overseas adventure as an amputee”
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But wait, there’s more…
Our day was dedicated to exploring Suzhou, a city renowned for its classical gardens and so interlaced with waterways that it’s often called the “Venice of the East.”
The morning … Read the rest “But wait, there’s more…”
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Always give it a try!
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I regret not visiting the pub at Humpty Doo when we were in Darwin. I remember Fogg Dam where we…
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