japan/china 2019
On my second visit to Asia, I got to visit two countries: Japan and China. Ben’s Grandpa still lives in China – Shaoxing to be exact. So when his family decided to visit, I tagged along. Any trip to anywhere in Asia from NYC warrants at least two weeks, since it’s such a long flight.…
10 foods you should say, “ni hao” to in china
I wish I got the chance to try a lot more food but unfortunately, we were only in China for about five days. As with any country, China has its regional cuisines (I highly recommend watching, “Flavorful Origins” on Netflix to learn more about Chaoshan and Yunnan cuisines). Being that China is one of the…
6 things i learned in the 5 days i spent in china
Credit cards (and cash) are not widely accepted. Not even McDonald’s in the Shanghai train station accepted credit cards. The main form of payment is via AliPay or WeChat app where it’s either linked to a credit card, or you pre-load money onto it and it works like a debit card. Weather at the end…
7 things you should know if you’re applying for a china visa
If you’re planning to visit China, you’ll need a Visa. There are different forms you can select from, depending on the reason for your visit and the length of your stay. Here are some things to keep in mind before you apply: Download and complete the correct form (typed, in caps) prior to your visit…
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how to be a traveler in porto (10 things to do)
1. Admire all the blue tiles of Igreja de Santa Ildefonso. The church was completed in 1739 but the tiles were not added until until 1932 by Italian artist, Nicolau Nassoni. 2. Shop and eat at the Mercado do Bolhão. They sell fresh produce, seafood, meats, cheese, and specialty food items, in case you’re looking Read more
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how to be a traveler in lisbon (12 things to do)
1. Grab some food at the Time Out Market. Some people say it’s overrated, but I actually liked it. It is going to be super touristy, and crowded, but I liked that you have all of these different food spots in one location. I wouldn’t recommend going with a large group because it’s cafeteria style Read more
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19 foods to eat in belgium
1. Frites Although these are ‘French fries’, there has been a long-standing dispute as to whether they originated from France or from Belgium. In Belgium, they love their dipping sauces. Most frites spots will have many sauces for you to choose from. Popular ones include Samurai sauce (mayonnaise, ketchup, and harissa or sambal oelek) and Read more
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11 things i learned in the 5 days i spent in belgium
1. Weather in August is warm but not uncomfortably hot. It was significantly cooler in Brussels and Bruges than Paris, which makes sense since the two cities are more North and closer to the water. 2. Tipping is not customary, similar to most of Europe. The service charge is already included so a tip is Read more
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how to be a traveler in brussels (14 things to do)
Surprisingly, there are lots of museums in Brussels. But the nice thing is that they’re not just art museums. There’s something for everyone. Here is everything we did in the four days we spent in Brussels: 1. Explore Grand Place, also known as Grote Markt, which is Dutch for Grand Market. It’s the central square Read more
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how to be a traveler in bruges (7 things to do)
Here is everything we did in the 1.5 days we spend in Bruges: 1. Explore Grote Markt, the central square of Bruges. 2. Get a 360 view of Bruges. Well, almost 360. You just need to climb 366 steps to the top of the Belfry. It’s a medieval bell tower located in Grote Markt. The Read more
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