I woke up at around 9 and had the most refreshing shower. the hotel is basic but our room is nice. you're not allowed to put topilet paper down the toilet here, which is annoying, especially first thing in themorning when you forget! The plan for today was to gop and see the forbidden city. We looked out of the window of the hostel and it looked over cast so we packed our long sleeves and water proof clothing. we soon realised that the clouds over head was infac...

The Jourey to Beijing went without hiccup.The was a slight delay on the first flight out of heathrow, which ment that by the time i got to Doha, my flight was already boarding. the plane's were really nice, i had a tv screen to myself with a selection of films. i watched two, casablanca and juno. I did feel like a fish out of wazter when i first got on the flight, offering the air hostess money for my first vodka and orange. complemntary drinks?! who'd have thoug...