Archive for February, 2010

China

How to thwart a pickpocket attempt

POSTED: February 20th, 2010
CATEGORIES: China, Personal
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Rule #1: Watch your shadow. Bridget: 2 3*, Pickpockets: 1 *EDIT: Just prevented another one from happening today.

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China

Happy Chinese New Year!

POSTED: February 15th, 2010
CATEGORIES: China, Latest
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Chinese New Year, also known as the Spring Festival, kicked off this Sunday, February 14. Valentine’s Day has taken a backseat as “Year of the Tiger” decorations flood Asia*. Meanwhile, millions of people returned to their hometowns last week to celebrate with their families. It’s China’s biggest holiday. Officially, the holiday lasts 15 days. But [...]

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