Hi Ann and David,

great to see the pictures from us in Beijing. Sorry at the moment I am a bit busy (or in a f***ing hurry) to finish my paper, but when I am back in Germany, I will send you the promised pictures from us.

I hope that you enjoy your trip.

Have a nice time.

BR Thorsten

Hi guys, I see you attempted the "by any means" challenge - far too energetic for me! (Charlie Boorman tired me out just watching him!). Marvellous photos and you're both still smiling. BTW - I've got tickets for Kings of Leon in Manchester (not until next June though, sigh)!.

Take care both, love Lynne (& Jez & Victoria, of course) x

'ey up to you both! Hope you're having a great time over there. I'm not going away in November so let me know where you're going to be in March! Elbow were amazing, but the big news is the sad deparure of Stan Ternant. Y'all take care now. x

Hi Ann and David,

It sounds like you are both having a great time! We are looking forward to getting together on your return to Shanghai. Happy adventures!

Kris

Alrite Dave+ Ann! Hope your both ok and avin a gud time!! Don't get too jealous Dave but Its Elbow In Manchester 2moz and Andy's got me a ticket 4 Oasis in Manchester next year with Kasabian and The Enemy as Support!! Take care and enjoy. Si.

Hi Guys,

Sounds like you are having a wicked time - Japan sounds fantastic. Go Ann for getting up on the Karaoke - i'm very proud of you!!

It's cold and miserable here - job hunting is progressing but is slow. Can't stand being at home and Billy is driving me mad, being constantly under my feet!!

Looking forward to the next installment of the journey..!

Lots of Love

Abs and Matt xx

Hi Dave & Ann

Only just remembered about this site! Its great! You look to be having a good time already! Love the pics, keep them coming. I have another job now Dave you can stop worrying about me now! (Like you were!!!) Will message again soon.

Love James, Sarah & Chloe

P.S We all miss the kicks at footy!

Hi chaps, Just remembered about this "offexploring" thingy. Some great pics on here - what an experience! I'll tune in again. Wishing you all the very best, Love Lynne, Jeremy, Victoria (& Claire in the office). x

Hi Ann & David Your obviously having an amazing time. Enjoying reading your blogs and seeing all the photos, feels like we're coming along on the trip. Hope you both have the best time.

Lots of Love Shonh Graham & Sandy X

Hi Ann and David! Welcome to Shanghai! I wish I could have ordered better weather for you both! We all arrived back in Shanghai last night around 11. Did some more sightseeing in Xi"an yesterday (Drum Tower, Bell Tower) Wanted to ride bikes on the wall, but didn't get the chance because of the rain. Just as we were headed to the airport the weather turned sunny!! Meeting you both on our "Shopping......Sightseeing Tour" was fantastic! Are you sure you don't want to take home a life size Terra-cotta Warrior?????I'm looking forward to seeing you both when you come back to Shanghai in November. HAPPY TRAVELS!!!!!

Kris, Gary, Elaine and Gary Jr.

Looks like your having a great time pal! We're setting off to Hong Kong on 19th November....hopefully we can meet up if your around?!?

OMG - are you wearing trainers?!

and hiking boots (welcome t my world - have you got a fleece as well?!your GWC photos are fantastic and the death slide must have been awesome.

looking forward to the next installment

xx