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  • If you are traveling to China anytime in the near future, it is a good idea to stop by your doctors office and arrange to get the necessary vaccines.  Here are the most common vaccines suggested before traveling to China.

    Travel Vaccines for China

    Posted on July 24, 2011 | No Comments
    If you are traveling to China anytime in the near future, it is a good idea to stop by your doctors office and arrange to get the necessary vaccines. Here are the most common vaccines suggested before traveling to China.

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  • Staying in touch with your friends and family while abroad can get quite expensive if you are always dialing straight out on your phone.  Here is a way to still use your cell phone and be able to afford three square meals.

    How to Make Cheap Phone Calls to China With Skype

    Posted on July 17, 2011 | 1 Comment
    Staying in touch with your friends and family while abroad can get quite expensive if you are always dialing straight out on your phone. Here is a way to still use your cell phone and be able to afford three square meals.

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  • My thoughts and experiences with the interesting process of applying for a China Visa through a passport agency.  All interested should consult with their bank.

    Getting an Expedited China Visa

    Posted on May 16, 2011 | 1 Comment
    My thoughts and experiences with the interesting process of applying for a China Visa through a passport agency. All interested should consult with their bank.

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  • A major question that comes up for any traveler is that of communication.  I go over the steps needed to turn an iPhone into a travel ready, global phone.

    Creating a Global iPhone

    Posted on April 19, 2011 | No Comments
    A major question that comes up for any traveler is that of communication. I go over the steps needed to turn an iPhone into a travel ready, global phone.

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