Stunning architecture, modern tea and coffee houses, lakes, hutong markets selling things like grasshoppers and other insects and treasures like … Continue reading A city of contrasts

The subway in Beijing is super. Walking can be a hazard as the occupants of scooters and tricycles with their … Continue reading Alternative transit

Some of the people who caught my attention in our wanderings over the past few days. The older couple and … Continue reading Beijing faces

Imperial retreat from summer heat starting in early 1100’s. We walked 11 km. Continue reading Summer Palace

Goodbye….may you all stay in the celebratory Bay window for a long, long time. Continue reading Dear Feathered Friends

Our urban Beijing Double Happiness Courtyard Hotel is a 250 year old villa which was owned by the chief editor … Continue reading Beijing arrival

Flying to Beijing in less than a week. Many things to sort out. One is whether a blog is feasible … Continue reading Pre Trip… Getting Ready