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PerOla Hammar 陈家悦

Chopsticks: The 5,000-Year-Old Chinese Food Hack You Never Knew You Needed

Ah, chopsticks—the elegant wooden twigs that make eating Chinese food feel like an Olympic sport. If you’ve ever found yourself grappling...

PerOla Hammar 陈家悦

Journey Back in Time: Vintage Hong Kong Train Revives Nostalgia for Thousands

As part of its 45th anniversary celebrations, Hong Kong’s railway operator has introduced a train designed to mimic the city’s original...

PerOla Hammar 陈家悦

Torn Between Dumplings and Meatballs: An Expat’s Dilemma

As I excitedly prepare for my return to Shanghai, I can’t help but feel a twinge of sadness at leaving behind the cozy comforts of...

PerOla Hammar 陈家悦

An Adventurous Day at the Great Wall: From Zip Lines to Rollerblades

When I think back to one of my first visits to China several years ago, one of the most unforgettable experiences was exploring the...

PerOla Hammar 陈家悦

10 Great Things to Do in Shanghai

Shanghai is the commercial capital of China and an exciting city for tourists to visit. Its combination of old and new makes it a perfect...

PerOla Hammar 陈家悦

Don’t Move to China Until You Do These 5 Things

Planning on making a move to China? Like any other move to any other country, you need to be prepared, not just financially but...

PerOla Hammar 陈家悦

Five Must-See San Diego Attractions

San Diego is a beautiful place to visit and to live. It boasts a population of 1.407 million people. With this many people to entertain,...

PerOla Hammar 陈家悦

The Five Best Kid-Friendly Places to Visit on a Family Vacation to San Diego, CA

Every year, families from across America flock to San Diego to enjoy the warm weather and welcoming atmosphere. If your family is going...

PerOla Hammar 陈家悦

Joshua Tree National Park

Why should you choose Joshua Tree National Park as your next vacation spot or road trip? As an important part of the Mojave Desert...