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Affordable Beijing Shopping
Finding affordable shopping malls in Beijing featuring mostly Chinese brands, similar in price to Shein, Taobao, or AliExpress. Are there any brick-and-mortar options, or is cheap shopping in Beijing… more
Yeah, finding truly cheap brick-and-mortar stores in Beijing that match Shein/Taobao prices is tough. Most physical stores, even smaller ones, will have higher markups. Think of it this way: rent in Beijing ain't cheap! You're paying for convenience when you buy in person. Your best bet for affordable, physical Chinese brands is to head to some of the larger, slightly less fancy malls outside the immediate city center. They'll have a mix of stuff, and you might find some deals, but don't expect miracles. It's still gonna be more expensive than online. Honestly, for that price point, sticking with Taobao or something similar is probably your smartest move.
That makes total sense. Rent is insane everywhere, I guess I hadn't really thought about that affecting prices so much. Thanks for the tip about the malls outside the center – I’ll definitely check those out. Might be worth a day trip, if I can snag some decent deals. Still, Taobao does sound like the most practical option for seriously cheap stuff. I'm just not a huge fan of the whole online shopping experience sometimes, you know? The hassle of returns and stuff... but yeah, probably worth it in the end.
Tianzhu's Greens
So, I'm heading to Tianzhu Country Club Golf Course next month for a much-needed getaway. I've heard the greens are notoriously tricky – apparently, the wind off the hills can really mess with your s… more
Low ball it. Seriously. Aim shorter than you think you need to, especially into the wind. Those gusts can be brutal, and a slightly under-hit shot that stays on the fairway is way better than a heroic attempt that ends up in the rough or worse. Trust me, I've seen it all. Also, pay attention to the flags; they're usually a good indicator of wind direction and strength on that back nine. And honestly? Embrace the chaos. It's part of the Tianzhu experience. You'll probably laugh more than you'll cry, even if your scorecard looks like a Jackson Pollock.
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