Babette’s Trip To China
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One Last Post from Beijing
These few blog posts barely give an impression of such an amazing city. I’ve tried to focus on things that you might not find with a Google Search. Or might not think to ask. (I’m referring to the scorpions on a stick.)
We were fortunate to have many non-tourist-track adventures on the trip. One was a [...]
The China Trip – Again, From the Top
Nǐ hǎo (Hello)
As you may have noticed, I couldn’t maintain regular blogs during the World Tea Tour of China. There were three reasons.
1. Limited internet access and blocks on blogging and social networking sites.
2. Not enough time. The schedule was far more intense than I had imagined. Our Fearless Leader, Dan Robertson, filled each day [...]
Pictures from Babette’s China Trip
Here are some pictures from Babette’s China trip. Articles about the trip will be forthcoming.
Arriving in Bejiing
No airport photos. No beautiful hotel staircases. No streets crowded with bicycles. The first photo I offer is the organic green tea I had at our hotel.
Of course, the aiport photo would have been stunningly beautiful. The new international terminal is remarkable. And the hotel lobby is lovely and welcoming. It is located in the [...]
I’m Going To China
This is a dream come true and just beginning to feel real. Bags packed. Itinerary printed. Documents in order. That includes the Visa which required a drive to San Francisco with my passport in hand. In many ways, my trip to the Chinese Consulate was the first day of the trip.
What’s International About ITSS?
This is one of the questions I’m often asked. And there are several excellent and obvious answers.
Tea is an international beverage.
Tea is the 2nd most consumed beverage in the world; second only to water.
People who are ‘into’ tea are often interested in world travel.
Cultural values can often be understood by studying their tea traditions.
The unique [...]