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Lives in Beijing · From Beijing

Chinese (Native) joined 3y3m Mar 6, 2023, 15:54 ago

just got back from hiking in huairou, craving a good plate of zhajiangmian.

Jun 10

Ch'onan

Nightlife in Ch'onan next month?

Headed to Ch'onan next month and wondering where people go out at night. I'm into bars and maybe a club, any spots I shouldn't miss?

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Jun 9

The river cruise is nice but I'd suggest the ferry to Xiaodao Island instead. It's the same 50 CNY ticket but you can get off and spend a few hours walking around the island's little fishing villages...

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Jiujiang

Best Food in Jiujiang (2026)

I've eaten at Poyang Lake Fish Village maybe a dozen times and the steamed fish is great, but their real standout is the stir-fried water spinach with fermented tofu. It's only like 15 yuan and pairs...

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Hefei

Hefei on a Budget: Tips 2026

Something the guide doesn't mention is that most of the free parks like Xiaoyaojin have cheap morning tea houses tucked inside them. I paid 18 RMB for a pot of biluochun and sat by the lake for two ho...

Jun 7

Shaoxing

3 Days in Shaoxing: Itinerary 2026

**🗺️ Overview and Tips** Shaoxing is a water town in Zhejiang with over 2,500 years of history. This 3-day itinerary groups attractions by neighborhood to save transit time. Plan to walk or take short...

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Zhuzhou

Best Food in Zhuzhou (2026)

This is a solid list, I've eaten at most of these places. One thing the guide misses is the morning scene at the Hexi Bridge foot, just south of the train station. Around 7 AM, a few old ladies set up...

Jun 6

Zhangzhou

3 Days in Zhangzhou: Itinerary 2026

That bus ride to Nanjing Tulou is pretty bumpy, so grab a seat near the front if you get motion sick. And honestly, the Tianluokeng shuttle is worth the 5 RMB just to save your legs for all the stairs...

May 29

Cairo

Where to Stay in Cairo (2026)

**🏙️ Zamalek: Central & Green** Zamalek sits on Gezira Island in the Nile, offering leafy streets and upscale apartments. It's ideal for families and digital nomads who want quiet, walkable neighborho...

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May 13

Mumbai

Prakash Inn Mystery?

So I stayed at Prakash Inn last week, right near the Gateway of India. The place was...fine. Basic, clean enough, but nothing special. What *was* special was this tiny, almost hidden, door on the thir...

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May 11

Mumbai

Crtitical Care

I'm visiting my aunt at Crtitical Care Asia Hospital in Mumbai next week. She's had a rough time, and the hospital website is... well, unhelpful. Anyone know what the visiting hours are *really* like?...

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