They say when Marco Polo visited Hangzhou in the 13th century, he declared it one of the greatest cities in the world. I’m not sure if that still rings true, but it is a spectacularly beautiful city. The weather finally cooperated (well, except for the 30 minutes it downpoured) and Hugh and I took to [...]
I hope the weather clears up a little today. We’re in Hangzhou, supposedly China’s most beautiful city, but it’s impossible to look over the famous West Lake because it’s been so hazy (or smoggy, you choose!) Tomorrow we leave for a 30+ hour train trip to Guangzhou. China proved more difficult than we expected and [...]
Well, after staying several nights in dingy hostels that were moldy and/or smelly, with sheets of dodgy cleanliness and showers that leaked into everywhere, I decided I needed a serious break and cancelled my remaining accomodations and booked us into an international standard-hotel (Sofitel, my fave.) I’ve stayed in several guesthouses and hostels and I [...]
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