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emmi · #Airports

Beijing Airport Nightmare

Capital Airport

So, I'm flying out of Capital Airport next week – a notoriously busy place, I hear. My flight's at 7am, and I'm terrified of missing it because of airport craziness. Anyone got tips on navigating th… more

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emmi · 5h · OP

Yeah, two hours sounds way more realistic than three. I was freaking out, thinking I'd miss my flight to @London. The app idea is great – I didn't even think of that. Thanks! I'll definitely do that next time. Sweating bullets is a pretty accurate description, lol. Lesson learned...hard way.

anikarasch… · #Intrigue

Ritan Park Mystery

Ritan Park

So I spent last Sunday at Ritan Park in Beijing. Beautiful place, seriously. I was wandering near the main lake, enjoying the usual – tai chi groups, families picnicking, the whole shebang. But then… more