Beijing Farewell: Matt & Julia's China Journey Concludes

THE JOURNEY IS OVER

Destination:ChinaCity:BeijingPopulation:21.5 million
THE JOURNEY IS OVER
Matt and Julia2024-12-3021 min

This is the end. The journey is over in China, until 2025. It's the end of 2024, the end of our journey travelling through China, and the end of our time living in Beijing and learning Chinese. For now, we are leaving China and saying goodbye to our new family and friends. Join us, for our last few days in China, as we take our last Mandarin lesson, head to Hongqiao market to buy some bits for the road, travel to the airport, and leave China. The journey in China is over. Happy New Year.

--- Matt and Julia
December 30, 2024, Winter in China

Video Chapters

  1. 0:00Leaving China
  2. 0:51Last Mandarin lesson
  3. 3:31Hongqiao Market
  4. 7:57Taxi back to hotel
  5. 10:36Farewell dinner
  6. 14:03Travel to airport
  7. 16:11Beijing Daxing Airport
  8. 19:51Reflecting on the journey

Matt and Julia's China journey ends! Their final days in Beijing blend language learning, market haggling, and emotional goodbyes, leaving a lasting impact.

Travel Guides & Tips in this video

  1. Tip 1If you'd like to learn Mandarin in Beijing, check out LTL Mandarin School. Matt and Julia recommend them and offer discount codes for both in-person and online courses. (1:12)
  2. Tip 2Bargaining is common in Chinese markets. Be prepared to negotiate prices, but be respectful. It can be a fun, albeit sometimes uncomfortable, experience. (3:38)
  3. Tip 3Even though you plan for a long trip, it goes by quickly. Savor each moment and appreciate the journey. (8:06)
  4. Tip 4Intensive language learning is challenging. Be prepared for long days and weekends of rest and recovery. (14:18)
  5. Tip 5Beijing Daxing Airport is a modern and efficient airport, but it may be less busy than older airports initially. (16:15)

Matt and Julia's incredible Chinese adventure concludes! Their final days are filled with a bittersweet mix of emotions as they say goodbye to their new life in Beijing. From their last Mandarin lesson and a humorous shopping trip at Hongqiao Market to the quiet reflection at the airport, this video captures the essence of their journey. A heartfelt farewell to friends and teachers, and a promise to return, makes this a truly touching end to their 2024 chapter in China.

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THE JOURNEY IS OVER

This video documents Matt and Julia's final days in Beijing, China, before returning home at the end of 2024. It begins with their last Mandarin lesson at LTL Mandarin School, where they express their gratitude to their teacher, Alice, with gifts and heartfelt goodbyes.

Their journey continues to Hongqiao Market, where they hilariously negotiate for a suitcase, showcasing their improved Mandarin skills and cultural immersion. The experience highlights their growth and adaptation to life in China.

The video then shifts to the airport, offering a reflective moment as Matt and Julia share their feelings about leaving Beijing. They express their sadness at departing but also their excitement for the future and the possibility of returning to China.

Throughout the video, personal anecdotes and emotional moments are interwoven with practical details, creating a compelling narrative of their time in China. The emotional depth of their farewells, coupled with their humorous interactions in the market and their candid reflections at the airport, makes this a unique and engaging travelogue. Matt and Julia's journey isn't just about sightseeing; it's about personal growth, cultural exchange, and the formation of lasting bonds. Their experiences are relatable and inspiring, leaving viewers with a sense of their adventure's impact.

The video's ending includes a promise of future videos, leaving the audience wanting more and hinting at new adventures to come. Overall, the video successfully captures the essence of Matt and Julia's experience, combining personal insights with practical travel tips and emotional resonance.

Beijing Farewell: Matt & Julia's China Journey Concludes

This is the end. The journey is over in China, until 2025. It's the end of 2024, the end of our journey travelling through China, and the end of our time living in Beijing and learning Chinese. For now, we are leaving China and saying goodbye to our new family and friends. Join us, for our last few...

Beijing Mandarin Immersion & Farewell: A China Journey

Matt and Julia's epic Chinese adventure concludes! Their 2024 journey ends, marked by a final Mandarin lesson, a nostalgic trip to Hongqiao Market for travel essentials, and a bittersweet farewell at the airport. This poignant vlog captures their last days, saying goodbye to newfound family and friends before departing China. Happy New Year!

Attractions in this video: Hongqiao Market