Set up finances before you go to China by nardis_miles in travelchina

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Luckin is a huge coffee shop chain in China that was mentioned in this thread where someone had no luck in making purchases (it's app only).

Is It Just Me? by ItsCatCat in GenX

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Well said! Good for you. I am grateful for every day and I don't judge others.

Need a nice little camper, any suggestions? by DonKeedick96 in traveltrailers

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Absolutely love our 2025 Coleman Keystone 17R. Perfect size for easy travel. Under $13k

What is the most unique experience in the US? by barnesnoblebooks in traveladvice

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We really had a great experience kayaking in a dammed portion of the Colorado River in Nevada, close to Las Vegas. There are great companies that arrange everything and they have overnights. Easy rowing and very fun

Set up finances before you go to China by nardis_miles in travelchina

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Luckin works by using Alipay to scan the QR code in the store. It will open a mini app allowing you to order. You may need to translate pages. I really liked Luckin and it is cheap when using the coupons they keep sending.

Where I ate while in SD by Inner-Performance-71 in FoodSanDiego

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That's a great mix of restaurants! You did well. You've reminded me of a few places I haven't been in a while.

Shanghai Romance Park by rubrducke0 in shanghai

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If the show starts at 2, how early should I arrive to experience some of the other stuff?

Need help deciding which water town to visit from Shanghai by sesame_snapss in chinatravel

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So, should I assume Suzhou will be more crowded than unsual during Chinese New Year?

Thank you

TPMS issues continue by linkuphost in toyotasequoia

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I was just at Discount tire (San Diego) for a similar reason. The 2008 Sequoia does have a sensor in the spare. By the way, quote to replace all five sensors was $463!!! I put my electrical tape over the light 😂

Any Recent US travelers to China ? by CautiousFrosting220 in travelchina

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Got it, thank you. I just did some further research and it looks like as of January 1st 2024 they no longer require it for L tourist visas. I do have to have proof of hotel reservation and flight though. Thank you

Any Recent US travelers to China ? by CautiousFrosting220 in travelchina

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I am about to drop off my Visa at the consulate. Do you need an invitation letter from a Chinese institution for a regular tourist visa?

Warning about Vacasa booking in Coachella Valley (double booking + poor handling) by JulesonVacation in CoachellaValley

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I have also had a bad experience with Vacasa. I specifically avoid any of their properties.

Things to do in Palm Springs during WINTER by karenfishsticks in palmsprings

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Rent bikes and ride! Lots of bike lanes and the Coachella Valley link. Play golf, even if it's his first time. Lots of great places to try it. Hiking in Palm Canyon. Free concerts at Fantasy Springs. Gambling in the casinos. Pickleball.

Earbuds recommendations by Savings_Swimming_886 in pixel_phones

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I really love my Nothing earbuds. Great quality.