Two Days of Travel

Hey everyone,
I have finally arrived in China!  I have not had much time/internet since I arrived to co-ordinate a post, but I will try to do a quick one before I head out for noodles at the market!

Bags packed tight

My packing was crazy, frustrating and just generally stressful.  I was only allowed two bags, so I packed them to the max and I still forgot valuable items.  I ended having to pay an extra $60 for my overloaded bag, but I know I will use EVERYTHING I brought with me!

Eating some delicious Japanese food on the plane.

I took a 10 hour flight on Sunday to Tokyo, Japan.  Unfortunately the hotel we were all booked in was in Narita, a suburb of Tokyo.  I was not able to explore Tokyo, but Narita was really interesting and quite beautiful.  I enjoyed some authentic sushi, a big super market and my very unique mini-hotel room!

The bidet functions on my toilet (yes, this is the picture I would like to share with you)

Some Japanese Market Foods

The next flight was from Narita to Dalian the following morning.  The best part was the sampler plate of Chinese and Japanese food.  It was packaged so wonderfully.  They certainly take better care of you on their airlines!

Sampler plate

We were picked up by the school bus from the airport.  It is extremely humid here, but I am adjusting quickly.  I actually don't mind the heat!  The air is quite clear here, because we are right beside the ocean.  Although I haven't had time to do much exploring (there have been many meetings and shopping trips)  I am really enjoying my time so far.  The people I have met are pretty awesome, the food is great, and the environment is exciting and new.  I have my own place (pictures shall be posted later when it is set up).

Arrival in Dalian!

I better be off though...the noodle shop is calling!  I will update about my first week the next opportunity that I have!

Love, B.