Funny moments, cultural discoveries, and unexpected adventures
I accidentally paid for a stranger's groceries and ended up making a lifelong friend. Here's what happened when I tried to buy dumplings with my phone...
From duck intestines to pig brain, I challenged myself to try every item on the menu. My mouth is still burning, but it was totally worth it.
After getting lost in a residential area, a grandmother insisted on feeding me, teaching me mahjong, and introducing me to her entire neighborhood.
Sharing instant noodles, playing cards, and laughing despite the language barrier. Why overnight trains are the best way to meet real China.
I visited both the crowded Badaling and the remote Jiankou sections. The difference was shocking, and I'll never forget the sunrise at the wild wall.
A street performer invited me to sing, someone filmed it, and suddenly I had 50,000 followers on Douyin. Welcome to viral fame in China!
A typo while ordering fruit online led to my hostel room being filled with oranges. Here's how I became the orange distribution center of Beijing.
At 6 AM in People's Park, I discovered the most welcoming community activity in China. How morning square dancing became the highlight of my trip.
I spent two weeks in a traditional shikumen, sharing bathrooms and learning the art of negotiating with vegetable vendors in broken Mandarin.
Whether it's funny, inspiring, heartwarming, or just plain weird, we'd love to hear about your adventures in China. Share your experience with fellow travelers!