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Beijing November 2024. The forgotten photos of Beijing.
Thirty-five years ago, I visited China on Ansett's introductory flights to Beijing and Shanghai. I remember well a thousand cyclists racing down the streets of Beijing, but not today. Sleek, electric cars, buses and other forms of travel are the norm.
It's entirely possible to visit China without being versed in Mandarin. I embarked on this exciting journey with nothing but a broad smile and a sense of adventure.
Don't worry about asking people for help. China has many English speakers, and Chinese people are very friendly and helpful.
Learning some basic Chinese, including NiHao (hello), DuiBuQi (sorry/excuse me), XieXie (thanks), and DuoShaoQian (how much), would win over most Chinese. But for goodbye/see you, most Chinese today also use ByeBye, so don't bother to say ZaiJian, which seems formal.
China's colourful culture and diverse landscapes make it a country that tops many bucket lists. Chinese people are incredibly amiable and hospitable, but social customs in China are not the same as in the West. It is always advisable to follow local rules and social customs so that no one gets offended.

22 of Anthony Bourdain's favorite places In honor of Bourdain Day on June 25, the late chef-adventurer's birthday.

Tips and recommendations for travellers attending Carnival in Rio de Janeiro - 2024.