norma cooper My grandson has done much the same trip but his account has been sparse to say the least. Absolutely rivetting to read your account and so descriptive. Thank you so much and good luck for the future.

Nick sargent Fantastic to read and left me wanting more,you have a massive talent for writing .well done you brave lady....... Lots of love nick ande Julie xxxx

Christine Fulcher What a wonderful account of all your travels Jean- so full of interest and I love to read your comments. Look forward to seeing you soon- ring me at home now, of course, when you get a chance. See you soon xx

Christine Fulcher Another wonderful account Jean. Bon voyage for the journey home!

Judy Christopher Hi Jean, well what a fantastic journey, well done you. It will be fascinating to hear all about it when you return, hopefully before I leave at the end of October. Have an enjoyable trip home and not too much vodka!!

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Christine Fulcher Hi Jean Hope all continues as well! Mongolia will be fascinating! Something random, Alicia met Tricia as her friend lives right opposite Tric and she asked after us all and says she will ring me so hopefully we can have a grand reunion when you get back. Take care and keep writing!! Love C

Christine Fulcher It all sounds a bit better in Sanya than some of the other places you have been to! There were a lot of Russians in Thailand too. We are back in Cuckoo Lane now and getting back to normality! Very best wishes for the rest of your trip including getting the visa! Love Christine

Kate Hostel looks lovely, I found it online and posted a few pics into your photo album. Have fun, K x

jOHN Jean Sorry to hear your news, but one of the risks of travelling these days. Take the positives. It could have been even worse and hopefully you can lunch off it in months to come! Great to follow your travels - I hope you make it back as it's my shout next time. love John.

Christine Fulcher Hi Jean Sorry to hear things have been difficult- at least you got your money back and a lesson in not being so trusting but how horrible is that!!! Looking forward to seeing you soon for a decent cup of tea and chat over all your experiences!1 Let's hope you have some really good ones over your last bit of time in China. Good luck! Love Christine

Kate How horrible. Give the name and address of the tea-house in your next blog mum so they are 'outed' on the internet.

Judy Christopher Clever scam Jean but not when you are caught in the middle of it, good job you had the thought to check your bill and very brave going back. Often think about you and have enjoyed reading your blog, you are an inspiration. Enjoy the rest of your trip, hopefully when you read this you will have left China behind!! Ready for the vodka shift. Look forward to catching up on your return. Love Judy x

Christine Fulcher Hi Jean Thanks for the mention! I love reading your blogs- they are like a very interesting travel book- seeing the real China! Looking forward to a long chat in September when you are back and I am back for good in Cuckoo Lane- long story but we leave Kent at the end of July- so my Kent adventure has come to an end! Not nearly as exciting as your adventures but I have enjoyed myself while it has lasted! See you as soon as poss! xx