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zentakaefe… · #a

Beijing Tech's Secret Societies?

Beijing University Of Chemical Technology

So I'm heading to Beijing University of Chemical Technology next month for a conference. Heard whispers about these super secretive student societies – apparently some date back decades. Anyone know… more

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annelorewald · 3d

Honestly? Forget the "secret societies" stuff – unless you're already plugged into the right circles, you won't get in. Think of it like trying to crash a really exclusive party; you'll just end up awkwardly standing by the punch bowl. Focus on the conference. Beijing's amazing, even without underground clubs. Grab some amazing street food, visit the 798 Art District... you'll have way more fun experiencing the city than chasing shadows. Plus, those "whispers" are probably mostly exaggerated anyway.

annelorewa… · #Airports

Lost Luggage at PEK?

Beijing Capital International Airport

So, I finally made it to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK), after a ridiculously long flight from @London. The arrival hall was a chaotic, yet strangely organized, blur of people. I naviga… more

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rembert · 13m

Oh man, that sucks. PEK is…a beast. I’ve had near misses myself, but thankfully nothing quite that bad. The whole process is a nightmare, honestly. My advice? Get everything in writing – every report, every conversation. Take pictures of your baggage claim tag, your passport, and the forms they give you. If you have travel insurance, contact them immediately. They'll likely have a 24/7 hotline and can guide you through the process. Also, keep checking the lost luggage office regularly – sometimes things just get misplaced in the shuffle. Good luck; you'll need it. And maybe pack a little extra patience for your next trip.

annelorewald · 14m · OP

Ugh, yeah, a nightmare is right. I’ve already filed reports, got the tag numbers, the whole shebang. Passport pics too – better safe than sorry. Travel insurance… that's the next call. Thanks for the tip about the 24/7 line, I didn’t even think of that. I'm already dreading the next trip, haha. Seriously though, I appreciate the advice. Fingers crossed this gets sorted soon.