China’s new modernity leaves the West behind

With Max Chernov. "Since I started visiting China a year ago, I’ve been fascinated by life there. But the country still puzzles me. The big cities look so polished and futuristic—but what if that’s just the exception? Western media claims the progress is a facade, that real life in small towns is poor, grey, and tightly controlled. No robots, EVs, or AI-powered smart cities—just people struggling to get by. I wanted to see for myself if that’s true. So I decided to go beyond the big cities, visit villages, and talk directly with locals—ask them if they make good money, whether they’ve ever thought about leaving China, and what they think about America. To make it happen, I asked a Chinese friend, to drive me to some villages."

A beautiful film by LiZiQi ...

Near Beijing. Scenic outdoor adventures for the intrepid ...

With Walk East ...

With Tim Chambers ... By boat : By e-bike / bicycle :

Two films by ryzdon - LongSheng (Dragon's Backbone) Rice Terraces, GuangXi province, and LeShan Giant Buddha, Mount Emei Scenic Area, SiChuan province ...

Located adjacent to the the north west corner of the massive, and feature packed, ChaoYang Park in east Beijing. There are more than 600 famous retail stores, more than 30 restaurants, over 20 waterfront bars, the Saga Cinema, the All-Star ice skating club plus large KTV complexes with private rooms. By day and night, there is something for everybody ...

A little outside of our usual type of post, but we think that this is a topic that ripples widely. Here, some ABCs (American Born Chinese) straight talking from real life experience. First, a hyper-drive Wei Li, with a little 'bad language', but strong message. Not Chinese, not American, just a regular Jo / Joe ? There's still a message for you / us all. Be strong, yet without any need to put others down; be totally you while appreciating others. Wei Li nails it. Never think 'better than others'; think 'best I can be' (no compromise on who you are, no fear, no hate). Asians are all A+ students, right ?! Exploring stereotypes and the harm that, often silently, can ensue. CanWen Xu ... Olivia Lai ...

With Travel With Balnur ...