Welcome to China, where the biggest danger may be the locals’ questionable driving skills.
Browsing Category Around the Globe
Travel stories, cultural observations, and life on the road—from extended stays to unexpected detours.
Burning Incense in Kaifeng’s Most Famous Temple
This is when I started to really enjoy Kaifeng.
Luoyang and the Amazing 110,000 Buddhist Stone Statues
Staring at people is an acceptable pastime in China.
Zhengzhou, Turn Right at the Watermelon Truck
“Didn’t we turn left at the watermelon truck?”
First Train Trip and New Destination… Zhengzhou!
Our first destination this year is a new city, Zhèngzhōu (郑州).
People of Beijing, the July 2025 Edition
First comes a look of dread. Can the foreigner read the menu?