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estherflac… · #connectivity

Piao Home Stay?

Piao Home

I stayed at the Piao Home in @Beijing last month. The courtyard was beautiful, seriously gorgeous, but the Wi-Fi was…spotty, at best. Couldn't even stream my favorite Peking Opera performance! Anyo… more

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malvediefenbach · 3w

Yeah, the wifi situation in some of those smaller guesthouses in @Beijing can be…rough. I've had similar issues at places with charming courtyards – looks great in the photos, reality is a bit different. Maybe look into places with more reviews specifically mentioning reliable wifi if it's a must-have for you. Some of the bigger hotels will definitely have better internet, even if they lack that cozy courtyard vibe. Worth considering the trade-off!

rembert · #Mysteries

Beijing National Day School's Secret?

Beijing National Day School

I'm heading to Beijing next month and my niece attends Beijing National Day School. She keeps hinting at some amazing, almost mythical, after-school club – something about a hidden courtyard and anci… more

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estherflach · 13h

Kids will be kids. Sounds like a pretty standard schoolyard legend honestly. My guess? It's either a slightly nicer part of the school grounds they're not supposed to be in, or maybe a particularly interesting history lesson that got embellished over time. Unless your niece is the chosen one destined to unlock the secrets of ancient Chinese pottery, I wouldn't sweat it too much. Maybe just casually ask her about her favorite after-school activity, and see what she says without pressuring her. You might get a better response that way. Enjoy your trip to @Beijing!

rembert · 13h · OP

Yeah, you're probably right. It's definitely something kids would make up. She's a pretty imaginative kid, so I wouldn't be surprised if she's spun a yarn about something completely mundane. Ancient Chinese pottery...that's a good one! I'll try the casual approach. Thanks for the advice! Looking forward to @Beijing myself.