Monthly Archives: October 2008

Hong Kong access

Posted on 29/10/2008 - Wednesday by Rob

Well I was warned in the guide book, there are not many net cafes in Hong Kong because almost everyone has internet access. Fortunately I finally stumbled across one so life is good! Beijing was good and quite a busy … Continue reading →

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Arrived safe, just

Posted on 19/10/2008 - Sunday by Rob

Well I’m here in Xi’an, and I’ve seen the terracotta warriors! Score. Getting from the drop point of the airport shuttle to the hostel was certainly an interesting experience. I was going to try flagging down a taxi but it … Continue reading →

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Off the grid?

Posted on 18/10/2008 - Saturday by Rob

I’ve left the martial arts school now, it’s pretty sad. I’m going to have to say my goodbyes in about an hour… Once I’ve moved on I have no idea how much internet access I’ll get, so my blog posts … Continue reading →

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My god, it’s full of stars!

Posted on 11/10/2008 - Saturday by Rob

I am always impressed by the number of stars in the sky here, it really gives you an appreciation for what we miss in the UK due to light polution. What is quite suprising is how little light polution is … Continue reading →

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I am a genius!

Posted on 7/10/2008 - Tuesday by Rob

It was raining pretty much all weekend. I was hoping to get out on another cycle on Sunday – it would be onlt my second outing. I didn’t let the rain get me down though: Yes you’re eyes are seeing … Continue reading →

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Increasingly scared