Lost in Tianjin (Not in Translation)
We were lost in Tianjin. Not in translation—just lost. The post Lost in Tianjin (Not in Translation) first appeared on Correr Es Mi Destino .
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The People of Shenyang, The 2026 “Àimǎ” Edition
“You know you’re gonna be stared at in Shenyang, right?” The post The People of Shenyang, The 2026 “Àimǎ” Edition first appeared on Correr Es Mi Destino .
A Week in Familiar Shenyang Unfamiliarity
My ear got used to Dōngběihuà and, just like everybody else, I started pronouncing only 50% of the syllables in a language already made up of short syllables. The post A Week in Familiar Shenyang Unfamiliarity first appeared on Correr Es Mi Destino .
The Surreal Chinese Beach Experience in Dalian
We took the train from Shenyang to get a taste of the Pacific Ocean and a Chinese beach. The post The Surreal Chinese Beach Experience in Dalian first appeared on Correr Es Mi Destino .
From Potatoes to Scorpions – Inside Shenyang’s Street Market Craziness
You thought Chinese people eat with chopsticks? They eat food on sticks around here! The post From Potatoes to Scorpions – Inside Shenyang’s Street Market Craziness first appeared on Correr Es Mi Destino .
Nanjing to Shenyang – A Chaotic Welcome to Northeast China
“Can you… possibly… stop sharing duck?” he eventually asked in Chinese. The post Nanjing to Shenyang – A Chaotic Welcome to Northeast China first appeared on Correr Es Mi Destino .
The People of Jiangsu, and How to Confuse Them
He stepped inside, arms full, milk tea from Auntea Jennie in his right hand and various plastic bags holding plastic containers and featuring a cute yellow duck. The post The People of Jiangsu, and How to Confuse Them first appeared on Correr Es Mi Destino .
Beyond the Obvious – Three Nanjing Spots I Loved
Here are three spots that, each for their own reason, stuck with me in Nanjing. The post Beyond the Obvious – Three Nanjing Spots I Loved first appeared on Correr Es Mi Destino .
Nanjing in Eight Stops – Centuries of History and Nine Days of Exploring
We explored the hell out of Nanjing for nine days, which is a lifetime in travellers’ time. The post Nanjing in Eight Stops – Centuries of History and Nine Days of Exploring first appeared on Correr Es Mi Destino .
Suzhou and the Pretty Girls along the Canals
There was a photoshoot in progress every few steps despite the harsh midday light. The post Suzhou and the Pretty Girls along the Canals first appeared on Correr Es Mi Destino .