Category Archives: Running

We need physical running races again!

Posted on April 25, 2021 by David Cross

I decided to post something a little different today. As many know, I am active runner to help keep myself in good shape physically and mentally. When I travel, I love to run. It is one of the best ways … Continue reading →

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Vaccination for Travel: Part 1

Posted on March 14, 2021 by David Cross

The reality is travel is dependent on vaccinations, both personally and for the world. If we are not vaccinated, we are not likely to be allowed to travel to some locations, internationally or attend certain attractions. Example – countries are … Continue reading →

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Running in the Snow

Posted on February 13, 2021 by David Cross

OK – it is the annual snowmageddon in the Seattle area! That pretty much means that there is no travelling this weekend.  Some people do not listen and as always think that if they own an SUV, they can handle … Continue reading →

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Getting Married when Marriages are Banned!

Posted on March 24, 2020 by David Cross

We had been planning to visit and get married in Las Vegas.  Because we had such a great time a year ago when we visited Lady Gaga there and told that story…But the COVID-19 virus hit the world.  Did we … Continue reading →

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Business Trip to Hyderabad India

Posted on December 12, 2019 by David Cross

This week I snuck in a quick visit to Hyderabad India on a business trip. I stayed at the Westin in the Mindspace area which is a great hotel with great service. the fascinating thing is how many people, restaurants, … Continue reading →

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Exploring Hong Kong

Posted on November 3, 2019 by David Cross

After our recent 3 days in Shanghai, we just wanted to just relax in the local community and get a feel of the atmosphere. Yes, I know this is the question wants to ask:  Is it a safe city or do … Continue reading →

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Shanghai

Posted on October 31, 2019 by David Cross

After visiting Beijing, the Great Wall, Xi’an, Chengdu, Leshan, the Panda Bears and the Terracotta Warriors, it was time to visit Shanghai. Without question, not only is Shanghai the largest city in the world, it is much different than other Chinese cities.  I can … Continue reading →

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Rural China

Posted on October 30, 2019 by David Cross

We flew into Guilin, but we are staying in a resort near Yungshou which provides for interesting places to run of course! It looks like a wonderful place to do some hiking, but we unfortunately did not have enough time. … Continue reading →

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First Day in Chengdu

Posted on October 26, 2019 by David Cross

Today was mostly a travel day to get settled in a new city. Apparently, Chengdu is very similar to Seattle. It is almost always overcast, lots of light drizzle and it almost never freezes. Notice the similar space needle? The … Continue reading →

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Terracotta Warriors

Posted on October 24, 2019 by David Cross

After a great local dinner last night here at the Hyatt Regency in Xi’an, it decided it was the time of year to begin raining. But I could pass up the opportunity to have an early morning run in the … Continue reading →

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