Just keep in mind, it's very clear where you are going, how long it will take, and when you will get there on the metro. In a taxi, as an...
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replied to a Thorn Tree thread called Pudong Airport - Train or Taxi? Getting to Maglev Train. in the Asia - North-East Asia Branch
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replied to a Thorn Tree thread called Shanghai in the Asia - North-East Asia Branch
I know different things interest different people, but I'll just offer my opinion. I don't really think 21 hours spent in Shanghai is best...
7 days ago -
replied to a Thorn Tree thread called Hiking through the Yellow Mountains in China in the Asia - North-East Asia Branch
When I was staying at Beihai Hotel last month, I saw a lot of tents pitched outside. I also saw people walking around with their tents, so...
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replied to a Thorn Tree thread called Visiting Xian in the Asia - North-East Asia Branch
I was there for less than 48 hours, and I enjoyed myself. I did the Terracotta warriors, the Muslim quarter at night, the city wall, back...
7 days ago -
replied to a Thorn Tree thread called Is Japan Safe? Also, what cities are great to see in early november? in the Asia - North-East Asia Branch
These threads have been posted so many times, I've run out of smart replies. Yes, it's safe. Good grief.
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replied to a Thorn Tree thread called 1st Solo backpacking trip to OSAKA (KANSAI AREA) in the Asia - North-East Asia Branch
PS - I wish people visited the north (Tohoku) more. I lived there for two years and it's amazing, and a great place to hike. The extra...
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replied to a Thorn Tree thread called 1st Solo backpacking trip to OSAKA (KANSAI AREA) in the Asia - North-East Asia Branch
You really need to skip Himeji. I was there in April and it's being renovated for at least another year. You can't see the castle at all,...
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replied to a Thorn Tree thread called need visa only for airport transit? in the Asia - North-East Asia Branch
In July 2010 I was heading to China from Canada (am a Canadian citizen) to start a 2 year contract with an international school. I wanted...
15 days ago -
replied to a Thorn Tree thread called Tibet in July: looking for people in the Travel Companions Branch
Hi Michele, I am looking into it for the first week of July (leaving from Shanghai) but it seems quite expensive. I've been reading that...
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replied to a Thorn Tree thread called 2012 PERMIT SITUATION UPDATE in the Asia - North-East Asia Branch
I've been in touch with someone from http://www.traveltibetguide.com. They said they can arrange me a private 4 day tour for 5000 rmb...
22 days ago -
posted a new Thorn Tree thread called Cycling in the Shanghai area in the On Your Bike Branch
Hi all,...
24 days ago -
replied to a Thorn Tree thread called Hotel in a cool location in Tokyo. in the Asia - North-East Asia Branch
The train will take you anywhere you want to go. Otherwise, just stay in the usual Shibuya, Shinjuku, etc.
24 days ago -
replied to a Thorn Tree thread called Cycling from Shanghai to Suzhou in the Asia - North-East Asia Branch
Thanks for the tips, guys. I do want a long cycle around the Shanghai area but will take your points into consideration and look into some...
25 days ago -
replied to a Thorn Tree thread called Cycling from Shanghai to Suzhou in the Asia - North-East Asia Branch
Thanks, I will think about it! Looking for some other long bike rides to do for the sake of exercise as well as sight seeing, but am not so...
25 days ago -
replied to a Thorn Tree thread called First time 3 weeks Japan itinerary June/July in the Asia - North-East Asia Branch
#11 - If you're willing to go out to Hakone/Nagano prefecture, why don't you go to Jigokudani, the national park where the monkeys bathe in...
25 days ago

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