HONG KONG – I’M OFF! 17 June 2009 in Hong Kong, Uncategorized

Am off to Hong Kong on a business trip. Not much time for wandering around or shopping though, actually, no time at all, because it’s all work work work! Lots of stuff going on, crammed into a small amount of time. Still, good to...
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QINGDAO – SEAFOOD & BEER in Qingdao, Uncategorized

Beer Street is totally iconic in Qingdao. It’s home to over 60 bars and beer shops, all with el fresco dining – simply lovely to waste away a lazy afternoon or enjoy a relaxed evening. Every day, beer made fresh in the Qingdao Brewery...
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QINGDAO – TSINGTAO BREWERY FACTORY 15 June 2009 in Qingdao, Uncategorized

Since Qingdao is the land of beer (as it was once occupied by the Germans), we heard word there was a Tsingtao Brewery Factory in the vicinity. Eager to try freshly brewed beer, we headed there for our *ahem* culture experience and education on...
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QINGDAO – CHILLING & EATING ON THE BEACH... 14 June 2009 in Qingdao, Uncategorized

The strangely named No.1 Bathing Beach is about a 1 min walk from the hotel, and is touted as the largest sandy beach in Asia. It was built in 1901 by the Germans after they invaded Qingdao and became a popular playtime spot for...
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QINGDAO – STROLLING THE BEACHES WITH CHRIS 13 June 2009 in Qingdao, Uncategorized

Chris flew into Qingdao last night to join me for the weekend – woohoo! After a 1 hour (grrrr) flight delay, he finally arrived at just past 11pm. Fortunately we had a good ‘ol buffet breakfast to look forward to this morning – mmmm…...
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