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Victoria Harbor at Night: Hong Kong Photography
August 28, 2013

Victoria Harbor at Night: Hong Kong Photography

Night photography at Victoria Harbor in Hong Kong. Images of the Star Ferry, Hong Kong Island skyline, and Kowloon at dusk.
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W Hotel Rooftop Views of Victoria Harbor, Hong Kong
June 08, 2013

W Hotel Rooftop Views of Victoria Harbor, Hong Kong

Views from the W Hotel rooftop in Kowloon overlooking Victoria Harbor, Hong Kong Island, and the ICC tower. Rooftop cocktails at sunset.
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30 Hours in Shanghai
June 02, 2013

30 Hours in Shanghai

A quick stopover in Shanghai visiting a friend: dumpling lunches, Old Shanghai alleys, hot pot dinners, and whisky bars. 2013.
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Shanghai: The Bund at Night & Skyline Photos
June 29, 2012

Shanghai: The Bund at Night & Skyline Photos

Long-exposure photos of Shanghai's Bund waterfront and Pudong skyline. Shot in heavy humidity with challenges that revealed tripod and sensor issues.
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Victoria Harbor at Night: Hong Kong 2012
June 26, 2012

Victoria Harbor at Night: Hong Kong 2012

Long-exposure photos of Hong Kong's skyline and Victoria Harbor from Kowloon, shot on a work trip in June 2012.
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The Opposite House Hotel in Beijing
February 27, 2012

The Opposite House Hotel in Beijing

Luxury boutique hotel in Beijing's Chaoyang district with minimalist design, rain showers, and attached shopping mall. Room tour and photos.
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Harbin Ice Festival 2012: Photos from China's Winter Carnival
January 23, 2012

Harbin Ice Festival 2012: Photos from China's Winter Carnival

Visit Harbin's International Snow & Ice Festival, the world's largest winter carnival. Giant ice sculptures lit by LED lights, Russian architecture, and brutally cold northeast China.
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Summer Palace Beijing: Gardens, Lake & Long Corridor
January 11, 2012

Summer Palace Beijing: Gardens, Lake & Long Corridor

Walk the 2,100-foot Long Corridor and frozen lake at Beijing's Summer Palace. Hand-dug in the 1100s, it remains a feat of imperial engineering and art.
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Beijing Sightseeing: Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Summer Palace
January 06, 2012

Beijing Sightseeing: Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Summer Palace

Beijing family trip to Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, and Summer Palace. Photos from winter sightseeing before a family wedding.
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Gap Store Opening Hong Kong 2011
September 23, 2011

Gap Store Opening Hong Kong 2011

Jessica visits Gap store construction sites in Hong Kong ahead of November 2011 openings. Shopping guide for travelers to the city.
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Shanghai World Expo 2010: Cuba, Iran, North Korea
November 12, 2010

Shanghai World Expo 2010: Cuba, Iran, North Korea

A day at Shanghai's 2010 World Expo visiting pavilions from Cuba, Iran, North Korea, and Morocco. More curiosity than revelation.
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Shanghai in Three Days: Gardens, MagLev, and Xin Tian Di
September 23, 2010

Shanghai in Three Days: Gardens, MagLev, and Xin Tian Di

A three-day visit to Shanghai in 2010 covering Yu Gardens, the world's fastest MagLev train, and dining in Xin Tian Di. Photos and travel notes from China's most cosmopolitan city.
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Beijing and Great Wall: 3 Days in China
September 06, 2010

Beijing and Great Wall: 3 Days in China

Three days in Beijing covering the Great Wall, Forbidden City views, and hot pot dinners. Travel tips for navigating the capital.
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Hong Kong to Bangkok: Travel Notes and Observations
June 20, 2007

Hong Kong to Bangkok: Travel Notes and Observations

Travel observations from Hong Kong and Bangkok, including transit tips, cultural etiquette, and local quirks across Asia.
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Macau Day Trip: Casinos, Portuguese History, and Ferry Mishaps
June 19, 2007

Macau Day Trip: Casinos, Portuguese History, and Ferry Mishaps

Day trip to Macau, Asia's gambling hub. Portuguese colonial architecture, casinos rivaling Vegas, and the story of nearly missing the ferry.
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Big Buddha & Lantau Island: Day Trip from Hong Kong
June 18, 2007

Big Buddha & Lantau Island: Day Trip from Hong Kong

Visit the 85-foot Big Buddha statue at Po Lin Monastery on Lantau Island. Ferry access, free entry, and scenic mountain views make this an easy day trip from Hong Kong.
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Hong Kong 2007: Harbor, Felix Bar, Street Food
June 17, 2007

Hong Kong 2007: Harbor, Felix Bar, Street Food

Victoria Harbor skyline, Felix bar views, and Hong Kong street food. A first-time visit to one of Asia's densest cities.
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