The flight from NYC to Dubai is 12.5 hours, nonstop. But on the way back, it’s much longer – 15 hours nonstop! 2. Terminals in Dubai Airport…… Read more “21 things i learned in the 9 days i spent in the united arab emirates”
Tag: Trains
6 things i learned in the 5 days i spent in china
Credit cards (and cash) are not widely accepted. Not even McDonald’s in the Shanghai train station accepted credit cards. The main form of payment is via AliPay…… Read more “6 things i learned in the 5 days i spent in china”
how to be a tourist in shaoxing
Shaoxing is located 1.5 to 2 hours (by train ride) south of Shanghai. We visited the town since we were visiting Ben’s Grandpa. It’s not a major…… Read more “how to be a tourist in shaoxing”
9 things i learned in the 7 days i spent in japan
Weather in mid-March is pretty mild. It’s not like March in NYC, when you might still need a coat. In Tokyo/Kyoto, you just need a light spring…… Read more “9 things i learned in the 7 days i spent in japan”
what it’s like to ride the shinkansen
The bullet train, or Shinkansen is the quickest and easiest way to get from city to city. If you’re planning to travel to multiple cities, it might…… Read more “what it’s like to ride the shinkansen”
swiss chocolate and cheese
Chocolate and cheese. Two of Switzerland’s finest things. The Swiss Chocolate Train allows you to experience both of these in one day. The tour takes you on…… Read more “swiss chocolate and cheese”
how to get a panoramic view of switzerland
The Golden Pass route is one of the five main scenic train rides you can take in Switzerland. Ben and I opted for this one because the…… Read more “how to get a panoramic view of switzerland”
6 things i learned in the 8 days i spent in london
Boring but useful tips you should know before you go. The trains, tubes, Underground, whatever you want to call it, are super convenient. They run pretty often…… Read more “6 things i learned in the 8 days i spent in london”
13 things i learned in the 5 days i spent in amsterdam
The trams are very convenient. You can pretty much make connections to wherever you need to go. Plus, it’s pretty easy to use. They generally run between…… Read more “13 things i learned in the 5 days i spent in amsterdam”
taking the train in florence
A 15-minute walk from the train station could easily turn into a 30-minute walk – if you’re dragging your luggage across what seems like miles and miles…… Read more “taking the train in florence”
how to be a tourist 