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Episode 1: The Long Way to CHINA 中国 with 3 Kids 🇨🇳 Our Unexpected Journey | China Travel Vlog
Family Adventure: Exploring Beijing & Beyond
Episode 1: The Long Way to CHINA 中国 with 3 Kids 🇨🇳 Our Unexpected Journey | China Travel Vlog
Join us as we embark on a unique journey to China with our 3 kids. From unexpected detours to cultural surprises, experience the highs and lows of family travel in 2025.
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Join us as we embark on a unique journey to China with our 3 kids. From unexpected detours to cultural surprises, experience the highs and lows of family travel in 2025. We are a German Turkish family of 5 on a mission to explore, learn and inspire you to see the world‘s beauty. We love sports, music & nature and believe that traveling is the best education. Come along, let’s grow and enjoy life's adventures together! 00:00 Intro Flying from Germany to China 01:14 Car Ride to Hamburg Airport 04:50 Surprise at Hamburg Airport 06:00 1 Night in Milan, Italy 07:20 Turkmenistan Airlines Chaos 11:18 Turkmenistan Airlines Meals 11:50 Ashgabat, Turkmenistan 13:08 onboard Turkmenistan Airlines Boeing 777 17:35 Arrival in Beijing, China 18:18 Didi Ride (Taxi) across Beijing 20:19 Walking Lishi Hutong 22:40 Beijing is only the beginning of our China travels 2025
Embark on an extraordinary family adventure to China in 2025! This captivating travelogue follows a German-Turkish family of five as they navigate unexpected twists and turns, from a surprise at Hamburg Airport to the bustling streets of Beijing. Witness their journey through various modes of transport, including a car ride to the airport, a night in Milan, and a memorable experience with Turkmenistan Airlines. Their exploration of Beijing's Lishi Hutong offers a glimpse into the rich culture and history of China. This is just the start of their incredible China adventure, filled with cultural immersion and family bonding.
Join us as we embark on a unique journey to China with our 3 kids. From unexpected detours to cultural surprises, experience the highs and lows of family travel in 2025. We are a German Turkish family of 5 on a mission to explore, learn and inspire you to see the world‘s beauty. We love sports, music & nature and believe that traveling is the best education. Come along, let’s grow and enjoy life's adventures together! 00:00 Intro Flying from Germany to China 01:14 Car Ride to Hamburg Airport 04:50 Surprise at Hamburg Airport 06:00 1 Night in Milan, Italy 07:20 Turkmenistan Airlines Chaos 11:18 Turkmenistan Airlines Meals 11:50 Ashgabat, Turkmenistan 13:08 onboard Turkmenistan Airlines Boeing 777 17:35 Arrival in Beijing, China 18:18 Didi Ride (Taxi) across Beijing 20:19 Walking Lishi Hutong 22:40 Beijing is only the beginning of our China travels 2025
This episode follows Our Travel Journal, a German-Turkish family of five, on their epic journey from Germany to Beijing. Their trip begins with delays and unexpected detours, starting with a delayed departure from Hamburg Airport, Germany. The initial plan to grab a quick breakfast and some pizza in a quaint Italian village before heading to the airport was thwarted by a last-minute notice from Turkmenistan Airlines, requiring them to arrive 4 hours earlier than expected. This unexpected change led to a long wait at Milan airport before they could check in.
Their flight with Turkmenistan Airlines presented its own set of challenges. The airline's reputation for empty and comfortable flights proved inaccurate, as their flight was fully booked, resulting in seats being scattered throughout the plane. Despite this, the family found the onboard service surprisingly good, with large and impressive meals. The long flight from Milan to Ashgabat, Turkmenistan, was further punctuated by turbulence, causing motion sickness for one of the children.
In Ashgabat, the family experienced a unique blend of the modern and the traditional, observing young soldiers in uniform and Russian-style babushkas running the duty-free shops. A looming storm in Beijing threatened to delay their final leg to China, but they managed to board and finally arrived in Beijing. The arrival in Beijing was met with relief and excitement, and the family immediately embarked on a short walk through their Hutong neighborhood, experiencing the charm of local life and engaging in simple interactions over a meal. The journey was a testament to their family's resilience and adaptability, demonstrating their love for travel and cultural exploration. The episode ends with their arrival in Beijing, the start of their Chinese adventure, emphasizing the unexpected challenges and rewarding moments of their journey.
Embark on an extraordinary family adventure with Our Travel Journal as they journey from Germany to China! This episode captures their 48-hour odyssey, filled with unexpected delays, heartwarming moments, and the chaotic charm of Turkmenistan Airlines. Witness their resilience as they navigate unexpected hurdles, finally arriving in Beijing, ready to explore the wonders of China. A captivating tale of family travel in 2025, filled with cultural immersion and unforgettable experiences.
Our Travel Journal's China adventure begins! A whirlwind journey from Germany to Beijing with 3 kids, filled with unexpected twists and heartwarming moments. Family travel at its finest!
Family Adventure: Germany to Beijing via Turkmenistan
2:12 Allow ample time at the airport, especially when flying with children and during peak travel seasons. Unexpected delays can happen, so it's always better to be prepared.
7:30 When flying with less popular airlines, check-in procedures may differ. Be sure to confirm check-in times and requirements well in advance to avoid unnecessary stress.
11:24 Even on long flights, there are ways to make the time pass more quickly. Reading, watching movies, and engaging in conversations with family members can help keep everyone entertained.
12:17 Be respectful of local customs and traditions. While it's tempting to take photos, it's important to consider whether it's appropriate in certain situations.
20:27 When traveling with children, plan for downtime and rest. Motion sickness and fatigue can affect children more easily, so it's important to be mindful of their needs.
2:12 Allow ample time at the airport, especially when flying with children and during peak travel seasons. Unexpected delays can happen, so it's always better to be prepared.
7:30 When flying with less popular airlines, check-in procedures may differ. Be sure to confirm check-in times and requirements well in advance to avoid unnecessary stress.
11:24 Even on long flights, there are ways to make the time pass more quickly. Reading, watching movies, and engaging in conversations with family members can help keep everyone entertained.
12:17 Be respectful of local customs and traditions. While it's tempting to take photos, it's important to consider whether it's appropriate in certain situations.
20:27 When traveling with children, plan for downtime and rest. Motion sickness and fatigue can affect children more easily, so it's important to be mindful of their needs.
0:03 Europe to China with 3 kids
1:16 Germany Departure
4:50 Grandparents' Surprise
7:20 Turkmenistan Airlines Chaos
11:18 Airline Meals
11:50 Ashgabat Arrival
17:35 Beijing Arrival
20:19 Hutong Exploration
00:00 Intro Flying from Germany to China
01:14 Car Ride to Hamburg Airport
04:50 Surprise at Hamburg Airport
06:00 1 Night in Milan, Italy
07:20 Turkmenistan Airlines Chaos
11:18 Turkmenistan Airlines Meals
11:50 Ashgabat, Turkmenistan
13:08 onboard Turkmenistan Airlines Boeing 777
17:35 Arrival in Beijing, China
18:18 Didi Ride (Taxi) across Beijing
20:19 Walking Lishi Hutong
22:40 Beijing is only the beginning of our China travels 2025
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The food was incredible! We got two very large meals with some surprises for the kids.
What was the most challenging part of the trip?
Probably the delays and unexpected changes to our plans. The Turkmenistan Airlines flight was also very full, and we had to wait a long time before check-in.
What was your first impression of Beijing?
Somehow Beijing felt already familiar and brand new at the same time.
