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@ira

recently posted in Taishan

Lives in London · From London

English (Native) joined 3y5m Mar 6, 2023, 21:51 ago

@ira joined asklocals 3 years ago in London and hasn't added a bio yet.

Jul 8

**🗓️ Day 1 Arrival and Base** Arrive at Tai'an Railway Station (high-speed rail) and take a 20-minute taxi to the Red Gate area, the traditional start of the climb. Check into a hotel near the Red Gat...

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Jul 28

Dingxi

Budgeting for Dingxi trip in 4 months?

honestly 150-200 a day is prob fine but if you're planning on hitting the loess plateau hikes you'll want to factor in snacks and water since not much up there. also the winter can be brutal so budget...

Jul 16

Birstall

Things to Do in Birstall (2026)

seconding the old dairy but heads up they sometimes run out of the more popular flavors by late afternoon, so if you want the honeycomb get there before 2. also worth knowing the market's a bit hit or...

1mo

3 Days in Birstall: Itinerary 2026

yeah the guide's pretty spot on tbh. one thing i'd add is the birstall market on tuesdays and fridays is actually worth timing your trip for, the veg stall there is way better than supermarket stuff a...

1mo

Ningbo

Typical Souvenirs from Ningbo (2026)

oh nice list, you covered most of the classics. one thing i'd add is the dried bamboo shoots from the Siming mountain area, they sell them at the farmer's market near the Drum Tower on weekends. they'...

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Jul 10

Davao

Where to Stay in Davao (2026)

**🏙️ Downtown Davao** Downtown Davao, centered around San Pedro Street, is the city's commercial and transport hub. It suits business travelers and first-time visitors who want easy access to malls li...

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Jun 20

Birmingham

Best Food in Birmingham (2026)

Great guide, really nails the food scene here. One thing I'd mention is that a lot of people sleep on the lunch deals at the fine dining spots - Purnell's does a 3-course for 28 quid on weekdays if yo...

1mo

May 12

Berlin

Where to buy a matcha set?

I want to buy the utensils to make matcha at home. Preferably cheap and not on amazon

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May 10

Seoul

2nd Seoul Visit - Gift for Korean woman from Europe?

hi everyone, I will be in Seoul for 2 weeks. The last time I visited my friend's wife gifted me the most amazing gifts of Korean beauty products (masks, moisturizer etc). I am returning soon and would...

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May 9

Berlin

Allergy peaking at the moment?

Is anyone else experiencing intense allergic reactions atm? I was fine in spring and thought „yay I'm cured" but currently it's a desaster. I wake up 2 times every night sneezing and unable to breathe...

1 3 3mos