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7 Things to Know Before Needing a Chinese Toilet
Like I write in A quick guide to Chinese toilets, there is no way you can avoid visiting a Chinese toilet while traveling around. So I have prepared a list over the things you need to know before you actually need it. Some of these things in the list are actual solutions for field service companies to use. Keywords: Toilet paper and squatting positions. Good luck.
read moreThe Ultimate Chinese Playlist
For me, that is. This playlist is a collections of songs that have followed me the 20 years I have traveled in China. Each song has a good story, although not all of the songs are very good. Which one do you like best?
read moreHappy jiaozi! Or how to eat yourself to good fortune
It’s time to start preparing for the new year! If you want to celebrate Year of the Goat in (north Chinese) style, you’ll need to eat lots of jiaozi (also known as dumplings). You can of course order at your local Chinese (and don’t forget to wish them Xin nian kuai le!), pick up a bag from the frozen section, but why not make a project out of it and eat the best steaming hot dumplings you have ever tried? Chinese New Years Eve is on February 18. Gongxi Facai!
read moreWhere in China should you go? Take the Quiz!
China is a big country, and chances are you don’t have three months holiday to see it all! So where should you go? By answering these 10 questions I can help you along the way!
read more5 Ways to Include more Horse to your China trip
While celebrating the Year of the Horse, I’ve been thinking of the times I have encountered horses around China. Not being the world’s biggest horse lover (they are big, OK!) I can’t say I actively seek them out, but now and then our paths crosses. If you want to add a little horse to your itinerary I recommend you check out these activities.
read moreWhat to expect from the Year of the Horse
Just when our new year resolutions from starts to fade you can count on the Chinese for giving you a second chance. The Chinese New Year starts January 31, so no excuses, throw yourself out there! We are entering The Year of the Horse, so get ready for a fast paced year. Before you ride into the new sunrise it might be good to know a bit about what the new year will bring.
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