Back in March, I went with some of my coworkers on a day trip to the Beijing Wildlife Park. I know that zoos can be controversial, but after some research, this one looked promising. Located about an hour south of central Beijing, the Beijing Wildlife Park is a great option for a day trip from […]
Making Xiaolongbao at The Hutong
Xiaolongbao are small dumplings that are also known as Shanghai Soup Dumplings. These dumplings are full of surprises when you bite into them and find that they’re filled with soup. It literally translates to mean small basket buns because they are traditionally steamed in bamboo baskets. Filled with pork and the soup broth, the meat […]
Books Set on an Island Outside the US
Last week, I shared my favorite books set on islands in the United States. Today, I’m heading to islands outside the US! Just in time for you to hopefully find a great read for vacation! Below, I’ve curated a list of books that I enjoyed which all take place on an island somewhere outside the […]
Visiting Paradise at the Summer Palace
First built in 1750, destroyed in the war of 1860, and rebuilt in 1886, the Summer Palace in Beijing is one of the most beautiful and peaceful places I have ever seen. Located in the northwest suburbs of Beijing, it’s out of the middle of the city just a bit, but is still convenient to […]
Books Set on an Island in the US
If you missed last week’s post, I started a new series where I share my favorite travel related books that cover different topics/locations. Last week, I shared my favorite books set on boats. Today, I’m heading to the islands! Just in time for you to hopefully find a great read for vacation! Today’s books are […]
A Step Back in Time at Gubei Water Town
One day after visiting Yaji Mountain, I went with coworkers to Ancient Gubei Water Town. I had seen some pictures of this online before I even arrived in China and was very excited to visit. Completely man made, this ancient village was modeled after other canal towns in China, though Gubei appears to be the […]
