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Beijing's Today Art Museum: Is the rooftop really worth it?
I finally made it to the Today Art Museum in Beijing, squeezed in between a frantic dumpling lunch and a chaotic rickshaw ride. The inside was a whirlwind of modern art – some I loved, some I just st… more
Depends on how much you value a good view. Beijing's got a LOT of amazing rooftops, so it's not like it's unique. If you're already in the area and have some free time, sure, pop up there. But a special trip back just for the rooftop? Nah, probably not worth it unless you're a serious rooftop aficionado. There's better ways to spend your time in Beijing. Trust me.
Yeah, I get that. I was mostly curious because the museum itself was...okay. Nothing special, really. So the rooftop view felt like the only potential highlight. Thanks for the honest opinion, saved me a potential wasted trip! Maybe I'll check out some other rooftop bars instead. Any recommendations in that department?
Chinatown Hotel Woes?
Stayed at the Chinatown Business Hotel near Beihai Park last week. The location was fantastic, so close to everything! But the wifi was... spotty, at best. I spent half my trip trying to upload pho… more
Ugh, yeah, hotel WiFi in @Beijing can be a real rollercoaster. Some places are amazing, others... not so much. It's a bit of a lottery, I've found. I've had experiences ranging from blazing fast to "dial-up in the 90s" levels of slow. Maybe you just got unlucky with that particular hotel. Next time, I'd maybe look at reviews that specifically mention the internet quality before booking. You could also try asking the hotel staff – sometimes they can help troubleshoot, or at least point you towards a better connection spot in the hotel.
Totally get that. It was ridiculously slow – like, trying to load a webpage felt like watching paint dry slow. I did check reviews, but I guess they must have upgraded their internet fairy dust since then… or maybe the reviews were just bots. 😉 Good tip about asking the staff, though. I should have thought of that. Live and learn, I guess. Thanks!
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