Watch out for the guy trying to take you to his club. Never get in someones car. Taxi's are too cheap, and I love riding the city bus. The bus is an experience in itself, but if you get lost, don't be afraid to ask for help getting to your destination. The Chinese people seem to find Honor is helping.
Updated Apr 4, 2011
DONT RENT HOME IN DONGWANGZHUANG -WUDAOKOU.,THE BUILDINGS ARE OLD THERE ARE ALWAYS NOISY RENOVATIONS AND DIRT AND NOBODY CARES ABOUT IT..STREETS ARE ALSO DIRTY,,SOO NEVER RENT HOME WUDAOKOU-DONGWANGZHUANG AREA..ITS A BIG NEIGHBOORHOOD WITH MANY BUILDINGS,,
Written Jan 25, 2010
The Y files, where Y stands for "yikes!".
In every metro and train station we used, we found an x-ray machine where you were asked to x-ray your bags. At some stations there was the scanner for people, just like at any given airport, but when it beeped they didn't search me or ask me to take off my jacket or my boots. At no point was anyone from the the staff rude towards us.
I saw some people who were asked to open their bags but that didn't happen to us.
This might've been one of the few times where the Chinese actually queued...sort of.
Updated Dec 1, 2009
You wish to cross the street and when the pedestrian light turns green, all vehicles stop for you, right? Wrong! Cars and buses here do not stop for anybody, even if you're on a zebra. So better look both ways, wait then cross when clear and as quick as possible.
Written Apr 21, 2009
SOME GIRLS USE INTERNET CHAT OR STREET HUNT TO APROACH U ,THEY LOOK INNOCENT THAN THEY WILL TAKE U AN EXPENSIVE PLACE WHERE THEY HAVE ARRANGEMENT WITH BOSS TO TAKE YOUR MONEY ..I M PUUTING ONE OF THOSE GIRLS PIC , USE INTERNET CHAT IN BEIJING
Written Dec 19, 2008
SOME WOMAN WILL TRY TO LURE INTO TRAP THEY WILL SAY THAT THEY WANT MEET U ,THAN WILL TRY TO TAKE YOUR MONEY IN ONE WAY ,I M PUTTING ONE OF THESE WOMANS PHOTOS FORM TONGZHOU DISTRICT-BEIJING,,BE CAREFULL,,
Updated Dec 13, 2008
DONT RENT APARTMENT BEHIND XIJIAO HOTEL WEST 1 BUILDING ITS 21 FLOOR HIGH BUILDING WHITE BEHIND XIJIAO HOTEL,THERE IS SECURITY IN ENTRANCE,,MANAGER NAME"MAO" ,WILL RENT HOUSE TO YOU AND EVERYTIME WILL MAKE U PAY SERVICE FEE..THeRE IS NO SERVICE AND EVERYTIME U PAY RENT HE WILL CHARGE U.IST KUANGYE DAXUE WEST 1 BUILDING,,2 HIGH BUILDINGS BEHIND xijiao hotel(blcu west gate)
Written Sep 27, 2008
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Beijing seems to always be in traffic hour, perhaps this is why the drivers feel they must rush and cut in front of everyone whenever they have the chance. when crossing a road with no lights (or even if there are lights) always stick to the crowd. the drivers (esp the bus drivers!!) seem to speed up when they see people crossing, hoping to cross before you do!
stick to the crowd and you'll be fine!!
Written May 31, 2008
Taxis: if you take a taxi, sit at the back because many of them don’t have front seat belts or if they do probably won’t work (usually the most expensive taxis, 1.60 or 2.00 Yuan, have seatbelts, however, just follow my advice and seat at the back). Be involved in traffic accidents in China could be one of the most complicated issues of your entire life.
Pickpockets: it is also a big issue in China. Pay special attention when you travel in crowded buses, trains or subway.
Unattended bags or coats: wherever you take a seat (except in the hotel room or at your friend’s house) don’t ever leave your belongings.
Ripped-off: always bargain for untagged prices (except at the major department stores). If you feel the price is too high or feel there is something you don’t feel comfortable with simply don’t buy, shop around.
Fake goods: watch out!
"Best before"…: check the expiry date or date of validity, especially foods and drinks.
Strangers: don’t accept free drinks or food from people you don’t know. Being drugged and waking up only with your clothes have happened many times.
Updated Feb 24, 2008
Website: http://www.beijingsolution.com/
Beijing by far makes Japan look safe when it comes to riding a bicycle. Cars sip in and out and it appears the general population doesn't know how to drive that well. Having experience a serious bicycle accident before I know what it feels like to crash at 45 kph. A helmet can go a long way towards saving your life or at the very least keeping you from scarring your whole face up, ripping away your scalp, and turning you into a paraplegic. Better safe than sorry.
Written Oct 21, 2007
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