Monday, July 16, 2012

Monday, July 9 From Hong Kong to Beijing

HK airport is lovely. Light and airy, free wifi and even some internet stations, and lots of restaurants and shops.

China Southern airline was also impressive. First, it was the first time either of us has been on a double decker plane. Then, I get in my seat and my feet each the floor! Plus there is an adjustable footrest. We were pleasantly surprised to be served a tasty meal on a darling petite purple and white tray set. We landed in a big gray fog that is not a cloud at all. The smog here is terrible. 

We passed thru the most beautiful toll gate on the way into town. It is a  very wide chinese gate mounted over the length of the  toll booths.

Our hotel room is nice, with a modern style, and the attendant is very friendly. He has a cousin living in Portland, so he knows where Oregon is. Free wifi in the room - yay! But we cannot get to the blog or Facebook; they are blocked. We watched a little TV. It looked like China's Got Talent and Funniest Home Videos.

It's nice to arrive in a world city and not be jet lagged.

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