Tag: Shanghai

Learning the Words “Ice Water” in Mandarin

When traveling in China everything you are served to drink is warm. Ask for ice water and you will get bottled water (warm, not refrigerated), ask for water and you will get heated warm water in a teacup. Hell, even the beer is served at room temperature! This is why I recommend learning to say … Continue reading Learning the Words “Ice Water” in Mandarin →

Seven Funny Signs from Around the World – Part Two

As mentioned in my last blog post (which was also my first!) I mentioned my Facebook challenges to see who of my clever friends could come up with the best photo captions. So enjoy the photos, laugh at the captions and better yet, do this with good friends and some beers! "No humans in the … Continue reading Seven Funny Signs from Around the World – Part Two →