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Bobby

I love Beijing. I have been living in this city for over 20 years. I know here just like knowing my face. So don’t imagine getting disappointed with my answers. A local's help would be the real help.

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Q: Are digital fotocamera's more or less expensive then in europe? Wha would you pay for them in Beijing? And where would be the best place to shop for them? Submitted By: Arianeilyine on the 1st November 2006 A: Yes, but they are even cheaper in Hong Kong, Japan . In Beijing, the cheapest place is Zhong Guan Cun Market area, which is the biggest digital and IT products wholesaling and retailing center all over the CHina. Hundred's shops and sellers there, you can find everything at good price. You have to pay Chinese Yuan in cash. My email address is bobby@templeside.com, I am the boss from the Templeside House hostel (www.templeside.com). Pls contact me if you have any further questions.

Q: I'm really out of winter clothes and am arriving in Beijing on the 9th of november. Can you find qualitythe real thing) trekking gear like pants and fleace sweaters? And where? Submitted By: Arianeilyine on the 1st November 2006 A: Silk Market ( Xiu Shui Market in CHinese) is one choice, cheap but decent quality. Alternatively, you can find those stuff in all shopping centers, where is a bit expensive. My email address is bobby@templeside.com, I am the boss from the Templeside House hostel (www.templeside.com). Pls contact me if you have any further questions.

Q: Hi Bobby, I am planning to come to Hangzou from Houston USA on Nov 8th and will leave on Nov 12th. The purpose of my visit is to attend a medical conference which is going to be at the WORLD TRADE CENTER GRAND HOTEL ZHEJIANG SHUGNANG ROAD 122 HANGZHOU I would like to make a booking in a hostel close to this location but have no idea how to find the distance from various hostels to the venue also I am not at all aware of which one will be the best. I am sure you can help me in finding a solution.. Regards Anoop Chaturvedi Submitted By: dravchaturvedi on the 7th October 2006 A: Sorry to miss your question. I try to answer the question, but cannot find the way to send the answer to you until now. Sorry for that very much, pls contact me if you have got any questions.

Q: Have 2 full weeks in China upon my arrival in Beijing. First time in Asia. Should I stay in the Beijing area or travel further afield Submitted By: Dara on the 2nd July 2006 A: Sorry to miss your question. I try to answer the question, but cannot find the way to send the answer to you until now. Sorry for that very much, pls contact me if you have got any questions.

Q: What is your ‘insider tip’ for Beijing? Submitted By: Hostelworld Moderator on the 21st June 2006 A: Beijing's many places are related through history. So, do a bit of reading about Chinese history which will help. Of course, a local friend's help is the greatest. Chinese Saying: an old horse can lead you back. You do need an old horse.

Q: Is it easy to get around Beijing? Submitted By: Hostelworld Moderator on the 21st June 2006 A: Taxi is easy but expensive. Bus is cheap but confusing. Subway plus taxi would be the best choice, especially the new subway line which will be finished in one or two years.

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