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My First Surfing Experience. The Reflections of a Beginner Surfer – Aracely Martinez

A few weeks ago, I finally decided to take my first surfing class after many years of thinking about going for

Using Bitcoin to Send Money Across the Globe

Getting your hard earned cash out of a country can be an extremely tedious and expensive task. Especially, when you're

Cryptocurrencies for Travellers – What are Cryptocurrencies?

Unless you've been living in a pineapple under the sea for the past 6 months, I'm sure you've heard at least

Baisha Island – The West Coast Town in China

Just east of Zhujiajian lies Baisha Island. The island is home to a small town that has the look and

Zhoushan Escape

We were staying somewhere on Zhujiajian island and after our flying fiasco, we were eager to get started with our adventure

Murphy’s Law and Travelling in China

October's Golden week holiday was fast approaching and we were still undecided on how to spend our week-long break. We had just

Skiing in China at the Huaibei International Ski Resort

China is famous for a great many things, but as far as ski resorts are concerned it doesn't exactly strike

The Great Wall at Badaling

The first thing that comes to mind when thinking about travelling to China is the Great Wall. Once an important

Dogs in China: Friends or Food? – The Dog Meat Industry

Before coming to China, the vast majority of comments from friends and family had something to do with dog meat.

Our Island Adventure on China’s Hawaii – Hainan

Chancy hotels, strangers in dark alleyways, crowded bus rides and an overall lack of planning are all core ingredients of

Boundary Island – The Border between Cultures and Climates

Just a kilometre or so off the east coast of Hainan lies a small rocky island named Boundary Island (FenjieZhou).

Riyue Bay – China’s Surfing Capital

Tropical weather, turquoise water and white sandy beaches make Riyue Bay an alluring destination to anyone that's looking to spend some time

How to Book Train Tickets in China

China's high-speed railway network is one of the largest in the world and it's a thing of absolute wonder. It

TianziFang – An Endless Maze of Treats and Trinkets

At first glance, the buildings seem remarkably similar to the apartment blocks that surround them. Old and somewhat dilapidated, yet infused

How to Rent an Apartment in Shanghai

Finding an apartment in Shanghai is a rather curious experience, to say the least. If you're not sure what I'm

My Favourite Surf Spots in South Africa

The South African coast is blessed with extraordinarily beautiful beaches. It's no wonder that the South African equivalent of the

The Story Behind Our Apartment in Shanghai

We were thrilled when we first started looking for an apartment in Shanghai. Not only were we on the hunt

A Quick Guide to Travelling in South Africa

South Africa is a wonderful and unique country that offers great opportunities for adventure. Whether you are looking for an adrenaline

Xinchang Peaks – Our First Adventure in Rural China

The mist hung low over the twisting river at the bottom of the narrow gorge. Birds were gleefully announcing the

Century Park – Escaping the Rush

Living in one of the most populous cities in the world can be daunting at times. You are constantly surrounded

Qibao – An Ancient Water Town in Shanghai

Tucked away in a jungle of skyscrapers and brand new malls resides a small, humble tourist attraction. Qibao is the smallest