Don't be fooled by the lyrical sweet-talk, your replacement is probably arriving on the next plane. Natania Jansz, editor of Rough Guide's More Women Travel, London, England 21. When you're travelling be selective about whom you tell you're alone. Please understand that Chinese women consider shorts very casual. The same goes for the length of your skirts.
Sandals are perfectly acceptable in Beijing but be sure to wear sandals with a heel strap.
Those without are classified shower sandals or bedroom slippers and the Chinese will consider them rude. Jan Wong, author of Red China Blues, Toronto, Canada 23. This free publication is designed especially for the older adventuress and adventurer. Expect ninety-nine bits of good advice on everything from how best to research a destination to correct insurance coverage to maintaining a healthy diet and staying fit while travelling. If you're too young to qualify for this 50 plus advice, order a booklet for your mom and grandmom.