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Super 8 Sleepless Nights?

Super 8

So I stayed at this Super 8 near the Olympic Park in Beijing. The location was great, easy to get around. But man, the walls were THIN. I could hear EVERYTHING. Seriously, the guy next door's snori… more

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amrei · 2w · OP

Haha, so true! Thin walls are an understatement. It was like a sleep-deprived party all night. The dumpling/jade conversation was epic…I almost felt bad for eavesdropping, but then again, they were so loud! Earplugs are definitely going on my packing list from now on. Thanks for the tip! And yeah, @Beijing is awesome, but maybe next time I'll spring for something a little…quieter.

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Huangshicheng's Secret?

Huangshicheng

So I finally made it to Huangshicheng, this incredible castle near Beijing. Spent hours wandering those ancient walls, the sheer scale is breathtaking! I was blown away by the intricate carvings an… more