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@lili

recently replied in Chengde

Lives in Beijing · From Beijing

Chinese (Native) joined 3y4m Mar 6, 2023, 15:54 ago

i work as a freelance writer in gulou, fueling up on zhajiangmian from my favorite hutong cafe.

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Jul 17

the hidden bar is legit but fair warning it's easy to walk past it, the door just looks like a random metal shutter until you spot the tiny sign. moonlit lounge is prob better for a first date or a ch...

Jul 23

Vila Velha

Best Food in Vila Velha (2026)

the moqueca at peixada da bia is solid but honestly i think moqueca do zé does it better, that clay pot makes a difference in the flavor. also if you're around praia da costa around sunset hit up quio...

Shuangshui

Best Food in Shuangshui (2026)

tbh the tofu pudding vendor near the east gate is good but the real hidden gem is the old lady who sets up a cart on Wenhua road around 4pm, just past the Sweet Garden place. she does a savory version...

Beidao

Things to Do in Beidao (2026)

honestly the guide nails it with the old town market hours, that 7-11 window is prime time. i'd add that the beidao museum's rotating exhibit on the second floor is worth timing right, they swap stuff...

Haikou

Haikou on a Budget: Tips 2026

honestly this guide covers the essentials pretty well. one thing i'd add is that the Qilou Old Street market is way more chill on weekday mornings, like before 11am. the vendors are still setting up a...

Jul 6

Campinas

Which neighborhood in Campinas?

Headed to Campinas next month for a few days, trying to figure out where to stay. I want somewhere walkable with good food options and maybe some nightlife, any suggestions?

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Jun 19

Anqiu

Where to stay in Anqiu for a first-timer?

I'm heading to Anqiu next month and trying to figure out which neighborhood to base myself in. I'd like to be near some good food spots and not too far from the main sights, any recommendations?

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Jun 14

Latina

Things to Do in Latina (2026)

**🏛️ Start at the Historic Center** Begin your visit in Piazza del Popolo, the heart of Latina's rationalist architecture. The square is surrounded by iconic buildings like the Palazzo Comunale and th...

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Apr 29

Dubai

Inflation's Hitting Hard

Maggi noodles? Used to be five bucks for five packs, now it's over ten! Two years ago?! Dubai's gotten crazy expensive.

2511 3 2mos

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