Returning on April 7, 2013, from a tour of India, we had already gone through one security check and found our way to the gate for the United Airlines flight from Delhi to Newark, New Jersey.
A friend and I were on a tour of India in November ’12 that had six internal flights, and with airport security we never were sure what would or would not be allowed in our carry-ons. Each airport seemed to make up its own rules about security, even with group check-ins.
A home-hosted volunteering vacation to teach English to children provides insight into the Sherpa culture and a chance to enjoy the natural beauty of the Himalayas
The flower market in Hong Kong is a great place to visit. Located near the Prince Edward MTR (metro) station in the city’s Mongkok section (served by both the green and red lines), one whole street as well as side streets are lined with flower shops.
A friend and I went to Mongolia’s capital, Ulaanbaatar, in June ’13. We flew in through Beijing. Big mistake! We found the Beijing Daxing International Airport architecturally amazing, but it was massive, with little signage and few people who spoke English.
Always pack an umbrella. Often they’re difficult to find or can be quite expensive. While I was in Miami in April ’13, heavy rain was predicted. Umbrellas at Target cost $14 plus tax! They weren’t worth $2.
While spending two weeks in Shanghai, China, April 18-May 1, 2013, I took seven cooking classes from Cook In Shanghai (269 Zhaojiabang Rd. [near Jiashan Rd.], Bldg. 2, Room 502, Shanghai; phone +86 186 217 82 428, ).
