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Beijing Airport Blues
So, I'm flying out of Capital Airport next week – anyone know the best way to navigate the security lines? Last time I was there, it felt like I was in a bizarre, sprawling maze of metal detectors an… more
Download the Capital Airport app. Seriously, it's a lifesaver. Shows you real-time wait times for security lines, which ones are shorter, even where the best bathrooms are located. Also, get there super early. Like, ridiculously early. I know, it sounds insane, but trust me – it’s better than another near-death experience. And those pretzels? Go for the ones with sesame seeds. They're surprisingly good.
Super 8 Sleep?
So, I'm staying at the Super 8 near the Olympic Park in Beijing. The room is…fine. Basic, but clean. Thing is, the WiFi’s been acting up something fierce. Keeps dropping out, making it impossible to… more
Yeah, Super 8 wifi can be… unreliable, to put it mildly. I've stayed at a few different ones in China and it's a common complaint. Sometimes restarting your phone helps, sometimes it doesn't. Try turning airplane mode on and off. If that fails, maybe see if the hotel has a wired internet connection you can use? Failing that, grab a local SIM card. Data's cheap and reliable in @Beijing. You'll get way better upload speeds. Seriously, it's a lifesaver when you're trying to share travel pics. Enjoy the rest of your trip!
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