OK, with less then a month before I leave.. it is time to start to prepare..
I came across this great blog that I wanted to share with you...
https://www.tripsavvy.com/guide-to-packing-trip-to-china-1495220
Packing light, all my personal essentials and electronic adaptors.. this site covers it all.
Xia Jian
Kendall
Monday, February 19, 2018
Saturday, February 17, 2018
Tuesday, February 13, 2018
Eating and China
I am so excited to be going to China for a quick trip later next month. My only concern is food safety and my health. We have lived and stayed very healthy in Mexico for years but about 10 years ago we took a trip to Thailand and I got very ill. It took about 4 years to fully recover.
Having traveled to Taiwan a few years back, there were no issues. It wasn't until I started reading for this trip that I realized, we are
on the Mainland now.
As I will only be in China for just over a week, there will be very little packing that I will need. To be safe, (over cautious) I will be bringing protein drinks and granola bars... and other snack items to fill in the gaps. I will also be bringing a round of antibiotics just in case.
The things to remember:
1. NEVER drink the water unless it is bottled and you see it unsealed. (this means no ice)
2. No fresh fruits or vegetables as they can be washed in the tap water.
3. Use bottled water to brush your teeth and be careful in the shower.. (this was how I think I got sick in Thailand)
4. No Fried foods, they use recycled oil..
5. Look for what is safe. Fully cooked eggs, breads and boiling soups...
I will provide an update once I meet with my Dr. later this month.
Never let speed bumps stop you from traveling.. Just be creative in how to go around them.
Having traveled to Taiwan a few years back, there were no issues. It wasn't until I started reading for this trip that I realized, we are
on the Mainland now.
As I will only be in China for just over a week, there will be very little packing that I will need. To be safe, (over cautious) I will be bringing protein drinks and granola bars... and other snack items to fill in the gaps. I will also be bringing a round of antibiotics just in case.
The things to remember:
1. NEVER drink the water unless it is bottled and you see it unsealed. (this means no ice)
2. No fresh fruits or vegetables as they can be washed in the tap water.
3. Use bottled water to brush your teeth and be careful in the shower.. (this was how I think I got sick in Thailand)
4. No Fried foods, they use recycled oil..
5. Look for what is safe. Fully cooked eggs, breads and boiling soups...
I will provide an update once I meet with my Dr. later this month.
Never let speed bumps stop you from traveling.. Just be creative in how to go around them.
Tuesday, February 6, 2018
China: First things First... the Visa Application
It has been over a year since I have posted. There are lots of reasons...
1. My real job got busy and worked on a new course of training that is now complete.
2. As a family we have re arranged our lives to begin to travel again...
My first trip that I have planned is a very short overview of China. As much as I love AirBnB the many facets and requirements for traveling and enjoying my short trip led me to sign up for my first group tour.... Stunning China
We (hubby) and I plan to go back and be more independent.. but being on my own, this seems to be the best way for a sampling of Mainland China.
So this is the first time I have traveled and needed a Visa.. The Application process for the Chinese Visa can be a bit daunting... I chose to have the tour group leader complete the process for me. Travelers are required to deliver their passports, drivers license and documents to the Chinese consult in person. The cost of the Visa is $140 (Feb. 2018) and the fee for the travel company to assist and take it to the consulate was only about $75. Well worth it!
Looking forward to getting back to my travel writing and Fair Dinkum Travel experiences... through out 2018..
再见 "Good Bye"
(Zài jiàn)
1. My real job got busy and worked on a new course of training that is now complete.
2. As a family we have re arranged our lives to begin to travel again...
My first trip that I have planned is a very short overview of China. As much as I love AirBnB the many facets and requirements for traveling and enjoying my short trip led me to sign up for my first group tour.... Stunning China
We (hubby) and I plan to go back and be more independent.. but being on my own, this seems to be the best way for a sampling of Mainland China.
So this is the first time I have traveled and needed a Visa.. The Application process for the Chinese Visa can be a bit daunting... I chose to have the tour group leader complete the process for me. Travelers are required to deliver their passports, drivers license and documents to the Chinese consult in person. The cost of the Visa is $140 (Feb. 2018) and the fee for the travel company to assist and take it to the consulate was only about $75. Well worth it!
Looking forward to getting back to my travel writing and Fair Dinkum Travel experiences... through out 2018..
再见 "Good Bye"
(Zài jiàn)
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