Busy Beijing
 From Beijing | Aug 5, 2004 00:08

China's 3rd largest city - Tianjin
 From Tianjin | Jun 30, 2004 10:06

Try to buy light | Tianjin | Aug 14, 2004 08:30
There are so many things to buy in China and it doesn't take long before you've attained an extra suitcase worth of goods. Airlines generally have a weight restriction on luggage and charge a steep fee for every kilo over that limit. If you are going to be buying alot of stuff then try to focus on the lighter things. China has many beautiful iron, glass, and ceramic goods but buying too many may leave you leaving them behind at the airport's checking counter.

Here is an idea of baggage allowances.
For economy class travel you may be restricted to a 20kg checked bag and an 8kg carry on bag. For first/business class you may be restricted to 30kg checked and 10kg carry on. For every kg over the limit you may be charged between $15-30 USD.

Tips for the tours | Beijing | Aug 8, 2004 11:40
When you go on a tour to see the sites remember the license plate of your bus because thats how you know which is yours. Get a tour only to the places you want to see. If you get the '5 places tour' then you're going to end up at fascinating places like shoe markets, mineral exhibits, or which ever locations you guide has cut deals with.

Beijing | July 28, 2004 - August 4, 2004
I wrote about my Beijing trip in my Travel Review. Beijing is alot of fun but things can cost a fortune.

Tianjin | June 20, 2004 - August 20, 2004
Don't bring much clothes because the outside markets sell all styles for cheap. Its hot so wear shorts and short sleeved shirts. Bring something to fan yourself with also. I'm spending my summer in Tianjin. I'm trying to find other westerners to hang out with.