Fake Holiday Inn near Zhangzhou International Airport, China
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#17
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For a bit of humor on the topic (disregarding copyright and trademark), I refer you to an old Top Gear Episode:
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Welcome to China
Always use the IHG app (be careful of fake websites) and recheck info from other sites when booking hotels. It's the same as never use taxis provided by airport desks or runners. Even at the genuine taxi stand they will scam you if they think they can get away with it. Sadly that's China for you. A bit of homework should have pre warned you but sorry you're learning the hard way
Always use the IHG app (be careful of fake websites) and recheck info from other sites when booking hotels. It's the same as never use taxis provided by airport desks or runners. Even at the genuine taxi stand they will scam you if they think they can get away with it. Sadly that's China for you. A bit of homework should have pre warned you but sorry you're learning the hard way
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Actually, it's not a problem with laws and regulations as they have them similar to most western countries. They just don't bother enforcing them. Consider that.
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Make sure to pick up a Rolex while you're there, OP. Some great deals in the little shops.
With the rooster making all the noise, at least you know the eggs at breakfast will be fresh.
You'll have an interesting travel story to tell in the future. I'd just go with the flow.
With the rooster making all the noise, at least you know the eggs at breakfast will be fresh.
You'll have an interesting travel story to tell in the future. I'd just go with the flow.
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Tell them you have Spire Ambassador status. If they have to pretend they're an actual Holiday Inn you might get better status recognition than at a real one!
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