Many people weigh in on the eternal Beijing vs Shanghai debate—but few, frankly, are qualified to do so.
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Beijing Starts Here
I’ve been pruning and perfecting this Beijing itinerary for almost 15 years (and counting).
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The Greatest Great Wall Trips
There are as many ways to visit the Great Wall as there are kilometers of the ancient fortress.
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Fit for an Empress
You may never be a Chinese empress (or emperor), but when you visit Beijing’s Summer Palace, it’s much easier to imagine such a life!
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The Truth About China in 2021 (and Beyond)
The closer the Beijing 2022 Olympics draws, the more likely it is that China will have to re-open to travelers.
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The Secret to a Perfect Beijing Trip
There’s always been a current of serendipity under my Beijing trips, no matter how many days in Beijing I end up staying—I hope the same will prove true for you.
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Three Days in Beijing
All you need to find out if Beijing is your type of city is a taste – and you can get a sumptuous sampling of China’s capital in just three days.
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Enemy Image
Today’s post is an ode to Beijing – and to myself.
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City Wars: Beijing vs. Shanghai
Many of the other expats I met in China were adamant about being either “Beijing People” or “Shanghai People.” Which city is more your style?
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Is All Social Media Blocked in China?
Officially, you can’t access your Facebook or Twitter accounts, YouTube or most free blogging platforms from within China, but there are ways to work around this annoyance.
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