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Asia » China » Jiangsu » Nanjing July 28th 2017

As a massive West Wing fan, "this plane is going to China" (and hence the blog name) , has been one of those things that I always wanted to say, and while I did go to Beijing many years ago, it was literally just to get on a train to Russia, so there was no real chinese experience. Hanging out in Hong Kong is always interesting as I have done many times, but mainland China is a completely different experience, and it will be an eye opener I am sure. Nanjng where we are heading is a more modern area it seems from the small amount of research I have managed, so it may not be as difficult with regards to food and language, as some of the more "traditional" areas of China. My friends at ... read more

Asia » China » Jiangsu » Nanjing July 13th 2017

The day has finally arrived. Zero more sleeps. I had written a count down on the calendar much to my daughter disgust. She really didn't want to move. But the school is too expensive, so it's time to move on. Six years in Nanjing, China where finally up. Goodbyes are really odd. With some people you shed a tear but the fact is that once you have loved in a foreign country, as an expat you meet so many people and the world becomes a smaller place. We have started making plans to meet up with friends in Amsterdam and Germany and then we have friends that will be in Italy around Christmas. Sounds like fun times ahead. Now this flight to get out of China and start this new life hasn't been so smooth. Flights ... read more

Asia » China » Jiangsu » Nanjing July 11th 2017

So...... The packers have packed and gone. 10am until 6pm of pure stress and relief that everything has been packed and was on its way to the new life. But, I didn't recheck the cupboards....... big mistake. Left behind the printer and the pasta machine. The printing cartridges have gone but with no printer. And the pasta machine that I so needed but never used, but I suppose I am moving to Italy so who needs a pasta machine? Right? So a word of warning when you move.... check the cupboards, and then check them again. A friend is moving right now, as I am writing and I have just sent her a messages saying just that. Check, check and recheck. The following day I caught the fast train to Shanghai to bring the shipping list ... read more
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Asia » China » Jiangsu » Nanjing June 29th 2017

Yes. One week until the packers arrive. By this time next week I will be elbows deep in boxes, tape and bubble wrap. When you are in the right frame of mind, it becomes easy to decide what you want to keep. Then there are other things that are too good to throw away so you give them to someone who will treasure it and appreciate it. Then there are things for the Ayi and the rest goes in the bin. Saying that....... It is usually then after the item has left your house that you say where is that thing I have been keeping all this time and now I actually need it? Now I have several lists around the house. Things to sell. Once they have sold who has brought them and when they ... read more
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Asia » China » Jiangsu » Nanjing June 22nd 2017

Its a rainy day and just perfect to be saying goodbye to friends. The mood is already gloomy and grey. Reflecting on good times spent in Nanjing. The craziness that we have experienced together in this amazing but crazy place. Looking forward to the future when we will meet again, somewhere in the real world and catching up on the good and bad times. Tears are shed and smiles are exchanged knowing that the important people..... you will meet again. Life is odd..... and then you become an expat and you experience an even more crazier world. Everyone experiences these changes very different.... but I know deep down the people that have touched your heart we will see again. Maybe it hurts too much to say goodbye? So its easier to pretend that it isn't happening ... read more
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Asia » China » Jiangsu » Nanjing June 17th 2017

It's official. We have a home in Verona. Well a three bedroom apartment on the 5th floor with a huge roof top and a view. After 6 years in China it will great to be back in Europe and especially in Verona, Italy where I can understand what people are saying to me and reply. Not to forget the amazing food, wine and fresh air and the sun. China has been a rollercoaster for me. Starting in a very interesting but strange place. The language is very difficult. I thought I would pick it up easily .... so I thought. I already know 2 languages so surely I would pick up Chinese...... Wow. I was very wrong. Its all just a load of noise and sounds to me. One word could mean 5 different things depending ... read more
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Asia » China » Jiangsu » Xuzhou April 22nd 2017

Geo: 34.2044, 117.284We went for a walk around the Crown Hotel which is situated on Dalong Lake Park.It was a Saturday so many locals had pitched a tent and planned to stay for the day. There where lots of kites flying in the sky and also lots of eating and sleeping.It was a great place to people watch and the weather was perfect.... read more
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Asia » China » Jiangsu » Xuzhou April 21st 2017

Geo: 34.2044, 117.284The lake is huge. We took a taxi to the corner of the Lotus Gardens and Jinshan Park.It wasn't lotus season so we where told not to go there because it wasn't beautiful.We walked along the lake side towards the city and passing the Jinshan Tower and the Su Shi Pagoda. There is a cable... read more
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Asia » China » Jiangsu » Xuzhou April 20th 2017

Geo: 34.2044, 117.284A long week end away with a girlfriend.We caught the fast train from Nanjing to Beijing but we jumped out at the first stop Xuzhou about 1 hour and 15 minute train ride.The number one tourist is the smaller Terra cotta Warriors.... read more
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Asia » China » Jiangsu » Nanjing March 5th 2017

Geo: 32.05, 118.78The streets are so busy with so many people, bikes, scooters, cars, busses and trucks.Even on a Saturday afternoon boxes are being delivered and truck loads of people are delivered to clean the streets. The weekend doesn't exist here.Every day here in Nanjing is a work day.... read more
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