Our SHOCKING First Day in CHINA🇨🇳 Did Not Expect To Be Treated Like This! 英国人访华

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  • čas přidán 30. 05. 2024
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    we went to China for the first time, this is our First impressions of Beijing. We took a trip to Beijing (against our governments advice), to really find out how they actually treat you in china?, our itinerary was simple.
    For this China travel adventure first things first of course a sim card then to see Qianmen Street, Dashilar (Dashilan) street, a market selling. eating delious Chinese street food and the worlds best noodles. We regularly post our first day as a foreigner in different countries. Even though we our very experienced, we just didn’t know what to except from china but what we did has totally shocked us! Dont forget to subscribe hit the bell 🛎️ to follow the rest of this china series !
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Komentáře • 663

  • @OTWD_yt
    @OTWD_yt  Před 17 dny +6

    点击右上角的按钮获取翻译👍

    • @bill_tan
      @bill_tan Před 6 dny +1

      respect 二位大侠....你俩这么个旅游方式,一天不得走2万步啊 哈哈

  • @sunkissedbucketlist
    @sunkissedbucketlist Před 25 dny +214

    Chinese people are some of the most helpful we've come across on our travels anywhere in the world 🥰 That rain looked insane haha 🤣

    • @wushantao
      @wushantao Před 25 dny +15

      Hope you guys drank mixue today:)

    • @Ibrahim86373
      @Ibrahim86373 Před 25 dny +19

      you are kind yourself and trying to integrate into society, so most of the people treat you kindly

    • @OTWD_yt
      @OTWD_yt  Před 25 dny +18

      They are the best !

    • @WWK186
      @WWK186 Před 25 dny +7

      Goodwill begets goodwill.

    • @richies7977
      @richies7977 Před 25 dny +11

      哈哈哈,竟然在这里见到你们俩?我是你们订阅者。期待更新张家界的新影片

  • @TheTruth-88
    @TheTruth-88 Před 25 dny +342

    China has 1,4 billion people to manage. China cant afford too much hatred and negative influence.. that is what makes china today.. at the end of the day ordinary people only need peace and prosperity, that is what china government working on for the past 50 years.. one of the amazing result is : over 700 million chinese people out of poverty, many nation dont even have that much people right.. btw china still has the best government system so far in this planet. China is magnificent

    • @OTWD_yt
      @OTWD_yt  Před 25 dny +37

      China is magnificent ❤️

    • @kokoon2530
      @kokoon2530 Před 25 dny +61

      ​​@@OTWD_ytHi mate. All those service (google and etc) is not blocked in China. They choose not to service Chinese because they refused to abide to China's law. It's kind of similar some Muslim live in UK but refused to recognize British law.

    • @OTWD_yt
      @OTWD_yt  Před 25 dny +23

      @@kokoon2530 I understand no malicious intentions by us 🙏 it’s all love ❤️

    • @HarryFreeHugs_GayInsta
      @HarryFreeHugs_GayInsta Před 24 dny

      d system make public transport cheap even bullet train to small town

    • @monipenny408
      @monipenny408 Před 24 dny

      sadly many westerners are so mind programmed by constant western propaganda about how great "freedom and democracy" is to the point, they are so used to child porn, drugs, homelessness, druggies, sh00tings, black lynchings in particular in the U$ is still common occurrences every few weeks, a black dude called Fortsons was recently sh0t for no reason by a kkk police, yet they want the whole world to think how great their illusionary freedom and democracy is!!!

  • @MsOpineminded
    @MsOpineminded Před 21 dnem +22

    I can never understand how "season travellers" never bother to learn some basic phrases in the country they are visiting. Or use a translation App at least.
    The world is not an Anglo world. A bit of the local language goes a long way and breaks down barriers.
    People all over the world are generally helpful
    I was stuck in Russia once and got very lost past midnight trying to find my way around the suburbs. I was told before going that Russians were rude.
    I had learnt some phrases on the plane (These was a long time ago before smart phones and when they were switching flags from Communist to Russian)
    Unfortunately for me the only phrase that stuck was "pardon me, where could I buy some Tampons"
    Which wasn't particularly useful as the bus arrived at its final terminus and the only other passenger was a drunk Babushka singing likely bawdy Russian songs.
    The bus driver asked me where I was suppose to alight (In Russian). I tried my best to mention the police stand in front of my communist anonymous (cookie cutter) looking high rise building.
    Surprisingly, he muttered something under his breath in Russian, uttered the only English word he knew "Wait" and turn his bus around.
    He took me (and Babushka) to a friend (By this stage it was way past 1am)...a young lady, pointed to her and uttered "English", she wasn't terribly happy to be roused from bed....
    His friend obliged and asked me where I was trying to go. She mentioned that it wasn't very helpful to mention a police stand as a landmark since it was Moscow and there were quite a few police stands.
    So she did the next best thing and popped me and the bus driver (Minus the Babushka who had passed out) into her tiny car, drove us down to a police station (Now it was 2AM)
    The burly policemen tried to figure out my clearly poor direction sense. They in turn put me in a squad car and drove me around the bus route to figure out which police stand I was talking about. Eventually we ended up finding the place! 3AM
    Russians aren't known for smiling but they were heart of gold trying to get me back safely. 😄
    People surprise you and never listen to the propaganda about any country in the Anglo media. Utter nonsense.

  • @evelinericksson1611
    @evelinericksson1611 Před 25 dny +213

    The whole video, I can feel the British arrogance complaining about not enough people who are fluent in English in China. I only speak English and I traveled many places where almost no one speaks English. A lot of hand gesture, a bit imagination, and some understanding of local culture will make you guess 50% what people try to say, which is enough for tourists.

    • @OTWD_yt
      @OTWD_yt  Před 25 dny +28

      As Brits we are lazy with language and not use to the challenge but absolutely overwhelmed by kindness all the same.

    • @user-zh5oq3li2e
      @user-zh5oq3li2e Před 25 dny

      they didnt even bring the opium into China. What else are you expecting from a drug dealer?

    • @tonycanton5611
      @tonycanton5611 Před 25 dny +50

      @@OTWD_yt I think it’s your natural reaction when you arrive in a new environment (especially a place that has been criticized negatively by Western media for a long time). But the real, vast China will definitely bring you a pleasant journey with rich natural scenery, urban culture, and especially delicious food. In terms of food, in big cities such as Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Shenzhen, in addition to tasting local cuisine, you can also eat delicacies from other provinces. The Chinese people are generally gentle and kind, and the Chinese police will be willing to help. I wish you a happy journey~

    • @OTWD_yt
      @OTWD_yt  Před 25 dny +9

      @@tonycanton5611 thank you 🙏 we appreciate it

    • @hengongchua6250
      @hengongchua6250 Před 25 dny +41

      Everyone is so helpful. Of course, we are Chinese. Unlike those opium traffickers.

  • @KJ-rp8se
    @KJ-rp8se Před dnem +1

    I feel that Reanne‘s heart is stronger and more adaptable, and Ben is like a child 😂 She is a little fragile❤

  • @Hereisjulia
    @Hereisjulia Před 25 dny +72

    Gentle reminder, many tourist places (like forbidden city, summer palace) need to book the tickets in advance.

    • @evelinericksson1611
      @evelinericksson1611 Před 25 dny +10

      Days in advance, I shall add. These two won’t see much in town without any preparation.

    • @kkburger1998
      @kkburger1998 Před 25 dny +7

      @@antiti4ever 7 days

    • @OTWD_yt
      @OTWD_yt  Před 25 dny +5

      Thank you 🙏

    • @Jaychoice
      @Jaychoice Před 24 dny +1

      Would anyone know how foreigners coming to visit can book these tickets in advance?

    • @leeway777
      @leeway777 Před 24 dny

      @@Jaychoice Before coming to China, set up Alipay, eSIM, and VPN at least a week earlier. Book tickets online.

  • @kennySg101
    @kennySg101 Před 25 dny +52

    U guys should have done some home work. Speaking English should be ok in Beijing, it is common for the locals to learn the language, speak slowly. Not all can speak but you can find someone near to u to interpret. If chinese go to London, can Londoners speak Chinese, I guess their experience will be worse off than you.

    • @OTWD_yt
      @OTWD_yt  Před 25 dny +10

      I got ya. Just the first day. We only had 3 hours sleep 😂 next episode will be better. Coming on Sunday ❤️

  • @Walterkooy
    @Walterkooy Před 23 dny +49

    The apps/websites as FB, google etc are not blocked. These companies are not allowed to do business in China because they don’t want to adhere to the Chinese law. Apple,HP and Microsoft made other choices and are doing very well in China.

    • @OTWD_yt
      @OTWD_yt  Před 23 dny +2

      Thank you I understand ❤️

    • @thebestgachatuberever3864
      @thebestgachatuberever3864 Před 20 dny

      , China does not have a good government
      Government brainwashes Chinese to hate foreigners and hides the bad stuff that happened in China because of communist takeover.
      They also brainwashed Chinese to hate foreigners and on chinese media, the Chinese post stuff hating on foreigners and saying how happy they would be if all the people died except of China and russia.
      And they have spies everywhere, and they will come after you if you talk bad about the chinese government(tourists or visitors probably won’t notice but if you actually live there for a very long time)

    • @keshen297
      @keshen297 Před 18 dny +3

      @@OTWD_yt 中国政府当时要求谷歌把中国人的隐私数据放在中国本土,但谷歌不同意,决定离开中国。

    • @kirkhoo7456
      @kirkhoo7456 Před 16 dny

      In the end, blocked.

    • @kirkhoo7456
      @kirkhoo7456 Před 16 dny

      @@keshen297this is not true.

  • @YongLi-np3wg
    @YongLi-np3wg Před 25 dny +94

    Actually you are not constantly "watched". The accurate description is "recorded". At least for most of them. Should anything happen to you, the authorities would have a way to look for evidence.

    • @tatianalp2847
      @tatianalp2847 Před 25 dny

      Exactly! That's what people don't get, the government has better things to do than sit and watch 1.4 billion people's every daily move 24/7. We know western media make up things about this country all the time, but they don't even make it make sense haha. Sad part is people believe it without even question it.

    • @tatianalp2847
      @tatianalp2847 Před 25 dny +1

      Exactly!!! The government has better and more important things to do than sit and watch 1.4 billion people's every daily move 24/7. We know how many crazy things MSM says about this country, but they don't even make it make sense 😂. On top of that, most people believe it without question it.

    • @OTWD_yt
      @OTWD_yt  Před 25 dny +16

      It’s actually making us feel so safe ❤️

    • @etow8034
      @etow8034 Před 25 dny +21

      Actually London has more cameras than Beijing !

    • @jogana6909
      @jogana6909 Před 24 dny +15

      Monitoring itself requires cost.
      No one will monitor people on the street for no reason, which is not economically feasible.
      But if someone is stolen on the street, the stored video will become the most favorable clue.

  • @markclayton626
    @markclayton626 Před 24 dny +10

    That was a lot of fun that video, thank you for making and for visiting China, it looks brilliant.

    • @OTWD_yt
      @OTWD_yt  Před 24 dny +1

      Thank you mark 👍

    • @thebestgachatuberever3864
      @thebestgachatuberever3864 Před 20 dny

      China does not have a good government
      Government brainwashes Chinese to hate foreigners and hides the bad stuff that happened in China because of communist takeover.
      They also brainwashed Chinese to hate foreigners and on chinese media, the Chinese post stuff hating on foreigners and saying how happy they would be if all the people died except of China and russia.
      And they have spies everywhere, and they will come after you if you talk bad about the chinese government(tourists or visitors probably won’t notice but if you actually live there for a very long time)

  • @Quinn20236
    @Quinn20236 Před 25 dny +52

    You may not know that the alley you pass by is actually a wealthy area. The houses may look a bit shabby on the surface, but almost every house is worth more than 100 million RMB, so the alley is filled with all kinds of luxury cars.

    • @OTWD_yt
      @OTWD_yt  Před 25 dny +8

      That explains why they were all covered?

    • @etow8034
      @etow8034 Před 25 dny +13

      @@OTWD_yt Most of these hutongs cost over million+ usd so the owners are very wealthy. Think of it as the British aristocrats who have an apartment in London to work in the city, but travel back to their manor houses in the countrysides in the weekends !

    • @lan-520
      @lan-520 Před 25 dny +7

      @@OTWD_ytThey cherish their cars and there isn't an underground car parking because those areas are local residences without being modernized. And the authority also doesn't want to demolish these houses downtown due to the prohibitive demolition complement. The clothes on these cars can prevent them from staying in the sun for too long and rain.

    • @jogana6909
      @jogana6909 Před 24 dny +7

      These old houses are in the best locations, so the prices are very very expensive.
      On the other hand, the new high-rise buildings in the suburbs are much cheaper than these old houses.

    • @YINGZHANG-zh4zj
      @YINGZHANG-zh4zj Před 22 dny +4

      是的,文物古迹房产。

  • @lan-520
    @lan-520 Před 25 dny +31

    'Meituan' is a good a,p,p for tourists in China! It can recommend some good places for eating, drinking and visiting.

    • @OTWD_yt
      @OTWD_yt  Před 25 dny +3

      Thank you il check it out ❤️

    • @oamine1993
      @oamine1993 Před 22 dny

      And it’s all in Chinese.

  • @phuongtu8660
    @phuongtu8660 Před 25 dny +6

    Great information. Fantastic personality. Survival guide in China. Great channel.

    • @OTWD_yt
      @OTWD_yt  Před 25 dny

      Haha thank you looking forward to bringing you the next one this Sunday.

  • @user-yu4zb6cz8e
    @user-yu4zb6cz8e Před 25 dny +39

    The reason why there is less noise on the roads in China is because they are turning towards electric vehicles. There are indeed many cameras in China, but they do not affect normal people who work. China has a large population, and cameras can quickly find illegal people and deter you from stealing, and so on. China cannot use Google Maps app, but it can use the Gaode Maps app or Baidu Maps app. Chinese people are willing to help others. As long as you speak, most young people can speak a little English. There are also many Chinese delicacies, such as pancakes, fried meat skewers, Xiaolongbao, Beijing roast duck, and so on. You need to try.

    • @tatianalp2847
      @tatianalp2847 Před 25 dny +3

      Apple maps also work there.

    • @OTWD_yt
      @OTWD_yt  Před 25 dny +2

      Thank you 😊 we do feel so safe with all the cameras and thank you for the tips.

    • @user-wf3wb5rq9e
      @user-wf3wb5rq9e Před 24 dny

      @@tatianalp2847 苹果在中国用的高德地图 一旦你使用过 你就不想用google了

    • @garychin5321
      @garychin5321 Před 18 dny

      Why Not just work from Home......With your Laptop n' S-Phone......Program n' more Program,.......Innit!
      Goodness Gracious Me!

    • @OTWD_yt
      @OTWD_yt  Před 18 dny

      @@garychin5321 kinda difficult in this trade

  • @liowrk
    @liowrk Před 24 dny +9

    Welcome to China, just arrived in a country with a different culture will definitely encounter a lot of difficulties, thank you for your video recording for us to see, will gradually adapt to the future, wish you a pleasant trip.

  • @THB1945
    @THB1945 Před 25 dny +6

    First ten! Yeah!🎉

    • @OTWD_yt
      @OTWD_yt  Před 25 dny

      You legend 👍❤️

  • @linus631
    @linus631 Před 22 dny +4

    Great videos! China looks like an amazing country, would love to visit! Thank you for sharing! ❤😂

  • @haopeng7127
    @haopeng7127 Před 24 dny +8

    As a pure Beijinger, I suggest you try Jian Bing Guo Zi. It is sold everywhere in the street, which may match your taste, many tourists like it.

    • @OTWD_yt
      @OTWD_yt  Před 23 dny

      Thanks for the tips! ❤️

  • @valeriephillips9048
    @valeriephillips9048 Před 20 dny +3

    You two are so brave, I have seen places through your eyes that I will never see in my own lifetime

    • @OTWD_yt
      @OTWD_yt  Před 20 dny

      It’s a pleasure Valerie 😊

  • @littleleezie
    @littleleezie Před 25 dny +18

    Don’t forget to carry your passports around with you. When you book tourist attractions or train trips (high speed rail I mean) your tickets are connected to your passport. ☺️

    • @OTWD_yt
      @OTWD_yt  Před 25 dny +3

      I got you thank you 😊

    • @tonycanton5611
      @tonycanton5611 Před 25 dny +3

      Yes, many times no paper ticket is needed, just scan your passport. Electronicization is very popular in China. The Alipay app integrates many functions, including transportation, accommodation..., to bring convenience to our journey. welcome to Canton someday

    • @monipenny408
      @monipenny408 Před 24 dny

      @@tonycanton5611 unfortunately in the west, those techs are considered invasion of privacy, westerners don't really trust their govt on the one hand but always seems ready to go war at the direction of their terroristic govts, which is so odd.

  • @joe.scoket676
    @joe.scoket676 Před 24 dny +14

    🤣I can feel the man who really want to help you find the way to go out Hu Tong. He said 然后 turn left,very near. 😂Mixed Chinese and English, so fun.

    • @OTWD_yt
      @OTWD_yt  Před 24 dny +3

      Love him for helping us he tried his very best and was very kind. Shame about his cigarette burning out lol 😂 ❤️

    • @leonlili5312
      @leonlili5312 Před 24 dny

      @@OTWD_yt 哈哈哈哈哈哈 香烟大叔

  • @simonroy2825
    @simonroy2825 Před 19 dny +4

    I admire your spirit of exploration. You went to a strange country without any preparation. In fact, most young people walking on the street can speak English, don't ask the elderly or ordinary shop assistants.

    • @OTWD_yt
      @OTWD_yt  Před 19 dny

      Thank you 😊

    • @garychin5321
      @garychin5321 Před 18 dny

      Learn Chinese because it's the Future......English is Just Useful if U want to be a Low-Level (Dry) Programmer and have Bosses Who R Muscle-Bound Body-Builders!
      Who Can't Spell their own names.....

  • @user-xd9ll1vu2j
    @user-xd9ll1vu2j Před 23 dny +6

    I've seen a lot of bloggers of this genre.,You're the only one who hasn't done any strategy.,Stepping on a lot of unnecessary pits.,But it's fun to look like this.,I hope you can have fun and update the video soon.

    • @OTWD_yt
      @OTWD_yt  Před 23 dny

      Yes we’re a little different are travelling is always an adventure and hope you can come with us as we learn 😊❤️

  • @brokentv_23
    @brokentv_23 Před 15 dny +1

    Different couples with different vibes. Love to watch!

  • @stevesenick
    @stevesenick Před 25 dny +22

    ✨ @15:20 China has many famous dark vinegars, aged for years (2 thru 100!!!) and they're on restaurant tables everywhere, NOT soy sauce! Different regions have their own variety, some made from malt and rice, some made from sorghum. Use sparingly on almost anything, they're great!

    • @OTWD_yt
      @OTWD_yt  Před 25 dny +3

      Amazing 😻

    • @etow8034
      @etow8034 Před 25 dny +4

      Its like balsamic vinegar, but they use rice wine instead of grape wine normally used to dip dumplings in northern cuisine like Beijing. Awesome alternative to very expensive balsamic vinegar when you are back in the UK. A bottle of rice vinegar cost less than $5.00usd while a bottle of balsamic vinegar is in excess of $15.00usd+

    • @lan-520
      @lan-520 Před 25 dny +3

      @@OTWD_ytAdding a bit vinegar in noodle can stimulate the appetite.

    • @garychin5321
      @garychin5321 Před 18 dny

      Once Upon A Time!.....People used to say:- "Banned"; that Foreign Muck in my Face!......(Chinese Takeaway.....)
      How times have Changed! Since; the national debt in the:- (U.K.) is £2.7 Trillion......Gold, Silver and Platinum; anyone....

    • @etow8034
      @etow8034 Před 18 dny

      @@garychin5321 Great Britain still owes China over 6000 tons of silver it stole during the opium wars !

  • @daniellee2791
    @daniellee2791 Před 12 dny +1

    OMG ! Amazing !

  • @liaojohnweechun7454
    @liaojohnweechun7454 Před 10 dny +1

    GREAT INFORMATIVE VIDEO 👍 🥰

  • @piaklim3420
    @piaklim3420 Před 22 dny +2

    Glad to see you guys enjoying the trip in China, it is a safe country, helpful people. China has a lot to offer for you, have a great time there 🎉🎉🎉👍

    • @OTWD_yt
      @OTWD_yt  Před 22 dny +1

      Thank you 🙏 we are loving it so far 😊👍❤️

  • @UKkenny
    @UKkenny Před 25 dny +3

    well done guys 👍👍👍

  • @waihangwong6513
    @waihangwong6513 Před 24 dny +2

    I’m following your journey from UK👍

  • @magnaviator
    @magnaviator Před 25 dny +6

    You guys are funny! Very adventurous! 😁

    • @OTWD_yt
      @OTWD_yt  Před 25 dny +1

      😊❤️❤️👍

    • @hengongchua6250
      @hengongchua6250 Před 25 dny +1

      Because it is very easy and safe to be an adventurer in China.

  • @booseeyang
    @booseeyang Před 24 dny +4

    Love the chaotic nature of your videos! Since u are in Beijing, u should go to the great wall. Its amazing. I went to the Mutianyu section, went up the cable car, took a short walk and took the slide down.

    • @OTWD_yt
      @OTWD_yt  Před 24 dny +1

      We’re actually very chaotic lol people don’t know how to take it but we’ve really just been winging it for three years it’s quite crazy haha 😂 we will be going to the Great Wall it will be our 5th wonder of the world ☺️

  • @jennyohara4011
    @jennyohara4011 Před 25 dny +3

    Love your Voice girl!

  • @jap5205
    @jap5205 Před 25 dny +4

    Welcome to China and hope you enjoy the days here!

  • @tomsunuwar6940
    @tomsunuwar6940 Před 25 dny +6

    Stunning anicent modern beautiful freedoms great china 🇨🇳 in the world 🌎 ❤❤

  • @grantchen2324
    @grantchen2324 Před hodinou +1

    I like the little chaotic trip you guys were having lol, subbed

    • @OTWD_yt
      @OTWD_yt  Před hodinou

      Haha it get better 🙏

  • @cocococo-jn5vy
    @cocococo-jn5vy Před 25 dny +11

    I love your adventure spirits. I used to travel cheap so when you, especially by air, be prepared that the budget airlines always arrive at midnight.

    • @OTWD_yt
      @OTWD_yt  Před 25 dny

      Yep 👍 we’re actually quite use to the grind, people watch us and think “ what the hell are they doing? “ but this is our life 😂

    • @lan-520
      @lan-520 Před 25 dny +1

      @@OTWD_ytdramatic couple!!!

    • @OTWD_yt
      @OTWD_yt  Před 25 dny

      @@lan-520 🙌 😂❤️

  • @user-wf3wb5rq9e
    @user-wf3wb5rq9e Před 24 dny +2

    哈哈 太好玩了 第一次刷到 不吃美食的up主 会不会改变风格 我订阅了

  • @johnnywalter7209
    @johnnywalter7209 Před 16 dny +2

    Amazing 😂🎉

  • @user-bf2sh4hy9w
    @user-bf2sh4hy9w Před 2 dny +1

    Thank you for sharing the truth about China to the world ❤️

  • @404notfoundou-io7dv
    @404notfoundou-io7dv Před 25 dny +42

    Sorry, although I don't think you have any malicious intent,but if you don't do any strategy, the video viewing may not be good, and you have been complaining all along. If Taz and Libby recommended you to come, why not ask them what VPN they are using? I hope you have a great time in China❤️

    • @OTWD_yt
      @OTWD_yt  Před 25 dny +6

      We’re sorted with everything 😂 just our first day we only had 3 hours sleep. Tomorrow will be better.

    • @tonyh4392
      @tonyh4392 Před 25 dny +10

      Im with u here. And Taz n Libby are one of the most nicest couple in the internet, well mannered n very respectful couple..totally enjoying their China vlog

    • @jimingchan6384
      @jimingchan6384 Před 25 dny +5

      ​@@tonyh4392They've a lot of Mainland Chinese fans now thanks to that someone who reposted their videos on Bilibili.. That's why their YT subs keeps increasing day by day 😂😂😂

    • @albertcadgame8314
      @albertcadgame8314 Před 23 dny

      @@OTWD_yt you are bullshitting again as this is an anti-China video, with intent !

  • @user-ek2pd8zn9m
    @user-ek2pd8zn9m Před 24 dny +2

    I feel like you've encountered many challenges, and I hope everything goes smoothly for you

    • @OTWD_yt
      @OTWD_yt  Před 24 dny

      It’s ok just first day on very little sleep 😂

  • @wenchen1347
    @wenchen1347 Před 7 dny +1

    Glad you are so positive despite of the massive language barrier and other obstacles !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @user-tu8ce6hk9p
    @user-tu8ce6hk9p Před 5 dny +2

    如果你们遇到任何问题,任何麻烦你们仅仅需要找到一个警察,他们会热情地帮助你们。或者拨打电话110,也可以。中国的警察来自于人民,所以他们会帮助人民,保护人民。❤❤❤

  • @Shin.m.z
    @Shin.m.z Před 25 dny +16

    You can scan the subway card for the corresponding city you applied for in Alipay at the subway gate every time and take the subway.

    • @richardlo4867
      @richardlo4867 Před 25 dny +3

      Actually it does not work for Beijing metro unless you have a local phone number - although strangely Alipay can generate a code for Beijing bus. Works everywhere else in China, but Beijing is special - I'm sure we all know why.

    • @OTWD_yt
      @OTWD_yt  Před 25 dny +3

      We have a local phone number now 👍❤️

    • @monipenny408
      @monipenny408 Před 24 dny

      @@richardlo4867 these special security checks, although pisses off many foreigners but few will understand the reason....being that U$UK have never stopped attempting to orchestrate chaos like the infamous Tiananmen Incident, yep that was a M!6 and C!A operation based out of HK! All my years, I thought it was a commie tyranny.
      Western propaganda is deep.... and powerful indeed.

    • @derekwampum8861
      @derekwampum8861 Před 23 dny

      @@OTWD_ytYes, you don't need to buy a physical ticket in any Chinese Metro systems. Just scan the Alipay

  • @AzYet0416
    @AzYet0416 Před 23 dny +2

    Quite a awful day for you, appreciate your positive attitude. hope things get better coming days as you solved the biggest issue(internet/payment) today.

    • @OTWD_yt
      @OTWD_yt  Před 22 dny

      Just a few head aches try to navigate thing main thing is every body was kind and helpful. Which is the best thing to take from this video. Excited to explore China ❤️

  • @kktsnag5622
    @kktsnag5622 Před 11 dny +1

    剛來不習慣,習慣就好了。❤

  • @liamporter1137
    @liamporter1137 Před 20 dny

    Great sharing.

  • @user-lonelycat2023
    @user-lonelycat2023 Před 23 dny +2

    Nice to see you guys to take the chance and to see and experience China (Beijing) by yourselves, i guess i can say that most people in China are very nice and helpful and happy to see friendly forigners as any other country else. Gao De maps/(高德地图) (and Baidu maps) are the local maps people use, Gao De's data is in fact the one apple maps uses. The sim card and id card is indeed a trouble in the beginning. Also many many young(not elder ones )Chinese can say some good English esp. in big cities like Beijing and Shang Hai and Guangzhou (each capital city of the provinces), if you need to ask people for help, try to find the young guys, haha! also Baidu translator is very helpful. The vpn is a trouble as you said ,haha! People in Weibo/微博 commented that it seemed you didn't take much time to make a plan and just explore it directly and bravely, haha! The time you arrived Beijing was late night ,so there were not too many people to see and ask for help, that's a little inconvenience indeed.

    • @OTWD_yt
      @OTWD_yt  Před 23 dny

      Thank you so much 😊

  • @HANZHENG-gv4cf
    @HANZHENG-gv4cf Před 25 dny +3

    Ben is a gentle man

  • @weifeng5602
    @weifeng5602 Před 24 dny +4

    well that s fair enough when some chinese travel to eu countries we usually learned some local leaguages before we go, that makes travel more easier or use app for translation.

  • @Think1316
    @Think1316 Před 23 dny +1

    harmony.. peace..

  • @user-zq3ew3fj7s
    @user-zq3ew3fj7s Před 20 dny +2

    In fact, Beijing subway ticket vending machine Alipay or WeChat payment can be paid without ID card or passport.

  • @gopyai3486
    @gopyai3486 Před 24 dny +2

    chiland priceless ben you were so cool correcting 🤣🤣

  • @zijunzhang5048
    @zijunzhang5048 Před 24 dny +5

    Welcome come to China again, Most of Chinese people is nice and warming, in China you will be safe 100%, and you will see many great nature views!

  • @jerrygreen5360
    @jerrygreen5360 Před 18 dny +1

    thanks for you shows real china even in special alley , no copuntry 100% can make everybody satifaied, china is also a country without exception, be careful if you are first time visit some where, i hope u do more hoemwork and enjoy your China journey!

    • @OTWD_yt
      @OTWD_yt  Před 18 dny

      Thank you Jerry ❤️🙏

  • @alvinsin4963
    @alvinsin4963 Před 24 dny +4

    Information desk at the airport or reception of your hotel should be able to provide you sufficient information of where to get your SIM card.
    You don't have to go to your hotel on foot, it is always easy to get a traditional taxi at midnight which accept cash payment. A distance of two hours walk would be around 50-60 RMB. something like that.

    • @OTWD_yt
      @OTWD_yt  Před 24 dny

      Thank you 😊 ❤️

  • @yueguan8175
    @yueguan8175 Před 11 dny +1

    哈哈哈,你们走过的地方,都是我小时候生活的地方,祝你们中国旅行愉快❤🎉希望你们能遇到更多会讲英语的人,这样选择食物、选择去哪里,就会更容易

  • @serriajohn
    @serriajohn Před 25 dny +14

    It is the best season to travel around Shangdong province, Qingdao, Weihai and Yantai all are chill and fresh air nearby the sea.

    • @lan-520
      @lan-520 Před 25 dny +2

      I also think the price in Beijing is too expensive for them.

    • @serriajohn
      @serriajohn Před 25 dny

      @@lan-520 If booking from C trip, most likely they can get affordable and quality hotel . Beijing and Shanghai are not expensive if they are familiar with Wechat, this is a super App which provides cheap taxi, food delivery, restaurant reservation , to book HSR or Air ticket etc..

    • @OTWD_yt
      @OTWD_yt  Před 25 dny +1

      Thank you 🙏

  • @RP-mm9ie
    @RP-mm9ie Před 21 dnem

    feel-good video

  • @taylorzhao4700
    @taylorzhao4700 Před 24 dny +1

    Subway couple.you almost stayed in subway all day.😂😂waiting your next video.😄

    • @OTWD_yt
      @OTWD_yt  Před 24 dny

      Subway couple 😂 love it haha

  • @Storm4155
    @Storm4155 Před 24 dny +3

    You can buy a transport card at the ticket booth, that would save you a lot of trouble, and you can use them on buses as well. They cost 20rmb from memory, and you can load a little bit of money on them. You can also buy them at corner stores. You don't need to register or anything to buy one.

    • @OTWD_yt
      @OTWD_yt  Před 24 dny

      Thank you 🙏

    • @ss-kq2en
      @ss-kq2en Před 19 dny

      @@OTWD_yt You can use Apple Pay bus cards and Apple Maps

  • @00001111henry
    @00001111henry Před 25 dny +12

    Lots of foreigners loading up before everything before entering China 🇨🇳.

  • @siruima1025
    @siruima1025 Před 18 dny +3

    在外旅行太久以至于忘了英国的老传统,always prepare for rain 哈哈哈哈

  • @kofeesala23
    @kofeesala23 Před 25 dny +18

    People living in a country like China with a population of 1.4 billion will find that there is very little use of English, which is why English speakers are far fewer compared to e.g. some small European countries.

    • @OTWD_yt
      @OTWD_yt  Před 25 dny +6

      Yes 👍 as a Brit we have become very comfortable and lazy with learning languages so it’s challenging for us but very fun. And everyone is soo nice to us.

    • @richies7977
      @richies7977 Před 25 dny

      为什么一定要会英语?我们有自己的语言与文字。而且更加历史悠久!就像我们有自己的社交App(微信,支付宝,抖音,小红书,高德地图)等,为什么一定要求我们用你们的App?

    • @etow8034
      @etow8034 Před 25 dny

      The surprising fact is that China has the largest population of Mandarin speakers as well as English speakers in the world ! Almost every child has gotten English classes in primary school. Can you say the same if any British or American kids have gotten Mandarin classes in their schooling ? Looks like only the wealthy ruling class in the US and the UK force their children to learn Mandarin because they know that is the future if their kids are going to do well in business.

  • @JIANJIANLOVE
    @JIANJIANLOVE Před 25 dny +2

    It's a difficult day. Pay attention to finding travel tips to avoid trouble❤

  • @guestonearth1274
    @guestonearth1274 Před 25 dny +1

    Hahah great , enjoying !

  • @tomyong8327
    @tomyong8327 Před 22 dny

    Welcome to China. Open your mind to enjoy it🎉

  • @greaterbayareahero1401
    @greaterbayareahero1401 Před 20 dny +1

    China is all bout love and peace. Bob Marley says one love!

    • @OTWD_yt
      @OTWD_yt  Před 20 dny

      Good old words of Bob ✌️

  • @louiswang6913
    @louiswang6913 Před 24 dny +1

    I enjoyed your video more than those full of suspiciously positive reactions ones. Great work🎉

    • @OTWD_yt
      @OTWD_yt  Před 24 dny

      Thank you my friend appreciate it ❤️

  • @chenchen205
    @chenchen205 Před 18 dny +1

    非常感谢你们中肯的正面的对中国的报道❤

  • @RajuBoro-mk9xx
    @RajuBoro-mk9xx Před 25 dny +1

    Nice

  • @dominickoh3634
    @dominickoh3634 Před 23 dny

    Hi guys, think u should get sorted out earlier as already know payment and language barrier. I had language barrier too in Japan. It’s fine given a slow start, wish u both has a good journey.

    • @OTWD_yt
      @OTWD_yt  Před 23 dny +1

      Yes first day in any country is about trying to figure things out. I think I lot of CZcamsrs don’t show this stuff but it’s good to be real.

  • @ivyshy98
    @ivyshy98 Před 25 dny +3

    it's only memorable if it rains 😅
    just use one of payment apps for metro. also the can only use cash if you have a chinese id is probably lost in translation somewhere. pretty much the only people who use cash are tourists. hopefully day 2 will be less chaotic but I have a funny feeling already if you are planning on some of the top sights without pre-booking tickets 😆

    • @OTWD_yt
      @OTWD_yt  Před 25 dny

      Haha yes day ones just about getting this sort of stuff out the way promise day two will be better 😂 but first Impressions of the people are the best! ❤️

    • @oamine1993
      @oamine1993 Před 22 dny

      There is no problem in translation there. You can’t use the ticket machine in Beijing without a Chinese ID

  • @TueLesPigeons
    @TueLesPigeons Před 4 dny +1

    我很高兴看到中国成功使许多人摆脱了贫困,并大大改善了基础设施。他们也是大量的污染者,并支持像朝鲜和俄罗斯这样的战争狂国家,尽管有制裁,但中国仍在经济上支持这两个国家。我很高兴中国人民的生活质量得到了提高,但我无法忽视中国在国际事务中的不良声誉。作为一个西方人,我更关心欧盟的生活质量,而不是中国人的生活质量。请停止支持俄罗斯对欧盟的威胁。

  • @markwhite1488
    @markwhite1488 Před 25 dny +6

    In China, the first bite of food must be small, and Chinese people like to take it step by step,enjoy and welcome!😂😂

    • @OTWD_yt
      @OTWD_yt  Před 25 dny +1

      Haha thank you 🙏

  • @QingyuanXie
    @QingyuanXie Před 9 dny +1

    Wow, you went to Guijie, where my high school was nearby. I saw you pass by a girl wearing a blue, red, and yellow uniform-that's our high school uniform. I kind of miss the spicy crayfish from Guijie.😭

  • @ZZY168
    @ZZY168 Před 23 dny +2

    Welcome to Beijing! Subscribed xx

    • @OTWD_yt
      @OTWD_yt  Před 22 dny

      Appreciate you ❤️

  • @user-fw6hp6ot4t
    @user-fw6hp6ot4t Před 17 dny +2

    ❤❤❤❤❤

    • @OTWD_yt
      @OTWD_yt  Před 17 dny

      ❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @tuesdae666
    @tuesdae666 Před 23 dny +3

    Chinese people do not need ideologies and empty promises from politicians. They want safe, peaceful lives, good food, a roof over their heads, education and a good future for their children. If the government can deliver at least those basics then the people are at least satisfied. They don’t quarrel over what can or cannot be taught in schools or gender politics which are just basically ways cooked up by certain countries to divide the electorate to get votes.

  • @DevilZhang
    @DevilZhang Před 24 dny +2

    your accent sounds exactly like one sketch of the Little Britain. Really like your style. Enjoy my hometown Beijing. If you need help with suggestions and languages, feel free to DM me. 😁

  • @user-fm3kd5ox4b
    @user-fm3kd5ox4b Před 24 dny +1

    ❤❤

  • @kweebeefuk7838
    @kweebeefuk7838 Před 19 dny +1

    ❤❤❤

    • @OTWD_yt
      @OTWD_yt  Před 19 dny

      ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @soohambhattacharyya6181
    @soohambhattacharyya6181 Před 25 dny +5

    Heyy nice vlog ❤
    ...just wondering if you could manage to go to Shanghai or Shenzhen or Chongqing.... you'd definitely be amazed 😊 .... Wish you a safe and happening journey 💖

    • @OTWD_yt
      @OTWD_yt  Před 25 dny +1

      We have plans too. Thank you so much 😊

  • @lilili-zc6qh
    @lilili-zc6qh Před 19 dny +2

    For CZcams and ins, compliance with local laws and regulations is the beginning of good trade. Apple, Tesla and Microsoft are doing a good job. Finally, have fun.❤

  • @liowrk
    @liowrk Před 24 dny +4

    提醒一下,北京的很多旅游景点都需要网上提前预约门票,更重要的是不用错过吃北京烤鸭😂

  • @GiorniVenibato
    @GiorniVenibato Před 23 dny +1

  • @kaiki8490
    @kaiki8490 Před 25 dny +1

    👍👍👍👍

  • @Benny-tx5qd
    @Benny-tx5qd Před 25 dny +1

    long press the icon, you will get scan/pay function, must easy.

  • @haiqingchen9447
    @haiqingchen9447 Před 19 dny +1

    👍

  • @dawuid1491
    @dawuid1491 Před 25 dny

    Ahhh, the familiar STARE that I see in every videos about foreigners traveling in China lol

  • @fabzapp
    @fabzapp Před 17 dny +1

    Hi, would you mind sharing which VPN did you use while in China? Thanks

    • @OTWD_yt
      @OTWD_yt  Před 17 dny

      LetsVPN you can get 1 week for £2. (Not sponsored 😂)

  • @rongwu-sj9ws
    @rongwu-sj9ws Před 7 dny +1

    一定要用支付宝啊!用支付宝坐地铁,可以便宜大约15%

  • @iWantPeace838
    @iWantPeace838 Před 25 dny +19

    It seems like you guys haven't done enough homework, or have prepared well for your trip. It might just be your travel style, which is fair enough.

    • @OTWD_yt
      @OTWD_yt  Před 25 dny +3

      It’s definitely are travel style 😂 the first day is always like this. But we get a very honest first impression.

    • @monipenny408
      @monipenny408 Před 24 dny +1

      it's called adventure!

    • @OTWD_yt
      @OTWD_yt  Před 24 dny +1

      @@monipenny408 the only way! we will never change!

    • @monipenny408
      @monipenny408 Před 24 dny

      @@OTWD_yt don't subscribe to any propaganda, open your minds and you will see the beauty in the world and don't view other nations through warped western lenses and you will have a great time anywhere. Have fun!

  • @antwango
    @antwango Před 24 dny +1

    Monsoon / Typhoon season probably! Flooding and rains all over Asia... Typhoon dont know the name just flew over Macau and Hong Kong! Mass flooding caused by record breaking rains in southern China well Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Macau, HK area..... not sure if anyone is familiar with Jerry's take on China hes in Zhongshan, Shenzhen Guangzhou... still not sure if hes been affected by floods

  • @dpi168
    @dpi168 Před 13 dny +1

    How do they keep the street so clean?

    • @OTWD_yt
      @OTWD_yt  Před 12 dny

      Very one is respectful to their home ❤️

  • @LINALSOS
    @LINALSOS Před 24 dny +3

    As a Chinese, I personally don't mind your complaints because our country is indeed not very convenient for many tourists(first time in China). After all, we have just opened to western tourists and there are many things to be improved. We will also accept constructive criticism and your videos can better reflect our shortcomings. Speak out your true thoughts and hope you have fun in China.

    • @OTWD_yt
      @OTWD_yt  Před 24 dny +3

      There not really complaints more just letting people know before they travel. We don’t expect everyone to be speak English but just challenging for us which we absolutely love! We live for this, it’s our life. And everyone has been treating us amazingly ❤️

    • @LINALSOS
      @LINALSOS Před 24 dny +1

      @@OTWD_yt Really need to do a lot of research before traveling to Beijing, otherwise you will miss a lot.😜

    • @OTWD_yt
      @OTWD_yt  Před 24 dny

      @LINALSOS oh yes 👍 💯

    • @booseeyang
      @booseeyang Před 24 dny +2

      Im singaporean chinese, so i read and speak mandarin and even i had quite a bit of trouble travelling to china, mostly because everything is in wechat and u need an invitation from someone to get into wechat. So im amazed these guys who dont speak a word of mandarin could get around as well as they did. Hopefully china will make an app for visitors that has all the things that travellers usually need, so u guys can get a lot more tourists. China is amazing and needs to be seen by more people.

    • @OTWD_yt
      @OTWD_yt  Před 24 dny +1

      @@booseeyang our friends Taz and Libby from sun kissed bucket list talked us through a lot. But as you can see by this first video not a lot went in 😂 😂

  • @lindabi9165
    @lindabi9165 Před 25 dny +5

    Just want let you know If you don’t book your tickets in advance, you can go no tourist attractions in Beijing. And try to talk to young people in the center, few local senior citizens know how to speak English

    • @OTWD_yt
      @OTWD_yt  Před 25 dny

      Thank you 👍👍❤️

  • @mindyourhelm
    @mindyourhelm Před 24 dny

    If I can ask; was the sim physical, or eSIM?