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Reasons why you SHOULDN'T apply? Well, I guess the cost can be pretty steep and the required paperwork is tiresome (especially if your visa is usually done "behind the scenes" by your employer). I've also heard that some hotels/airlines/borders have to be convinced that the Green Card is the equivalent of a visa (if they've not seen one before).
But for me, the freedom to work for whomever I want to and the guarantee of ten years' stay made it worth trying,
Excellent interview. I knew Tina when she was the head of "Voluntary Service Overseas" in China and she's a really terrific advocate for China and development issues. Great to hear more from her here.
Is it just me, or does a "How many burgers can you force down Competition" seem a little inappropriate in a country where so many folk are undernourished and struggling to get by. I love a Whopper, but this seems a poor choice of event.
Price is now 100RMB for adults, 70RMB for children.
Some of the animal areas are as far as 10+km from the entrance - you can buy a hop on/off bus ticket for 60RMB per person, but there are also clearly marked walkways for those who are full of energy.
Everything inside is pretty expensive - consider bringing a picnic.
Many of the animals are in large outdoor enclosures. Some are caged. The park calls itself a safari, but this is not a "drive your car amongst the animals" thing. It's more like a decent western zoo.
There are places to handle/be photographed with animals, for a fee. Also, some kids amusements.
The animal show is free, but a waste of time (unless you love watching goats, sheep, pigs, horses etc!!).
Good labelling i English thorughout.
Prague cafe used to be my favourite cafe in Wenlin area but I went for lunch there today after a few months away and it's really gone downhill (new owners?). The menu was a photocopy, the food was lacklustre and much more expensive than before, the decor was dull and the service so-so. I won't be back there anytime soon.
It's open! And it's free. And its terrific for kids.
The museum is surprisingly interactive (although only 2/3 of the attractions are working) and modern (VR, simulators, touchscreens, etc). Sadly, no English on any of the displays but the fun is in trying to work out how the exhibits work and what they are supposed to be showing. Well worth a visit.
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Interview: Tina Redshaw, British Consul-General, Chongqing
Posted byExcellent interview. I knew Tina when she was the head of "Voluntary Service Overseas" in China and she's a really terrific advocate for China and development issues. Great to hear more from her here.
Welcome to the new GoKunming!
Posted byI totally agree with @paulb. I've tried to be patient and get used to it too, but all the scrolling and the difficulty in searching is a hassle.
Kunming in the aftermath of the train station attack
Posted byExcellent article. The "day after" is rarely covered by news agencies. Pleasantly pleased to read that Kunmingers are remaining so calm and rational.
A countryside wedding in Lincang
Posted byVery different kind of article. More like this, please. Congrats to you!
Burger King Kunming grand opening and giveaway
Posted byIs it just me, or does a "How many burgers can you force down Competition" seem a little inappropriate in a country where so many folk are undernourished and struggling to get by. I love a Whopper, but this seems a poor choice of event.