beijing & not moscow

last year during Christmas party, we were first told by boss  that in 2012, we would be going to Moscow for company trip. seriously?? so we waited for almost 9 months, before the final destination was announced.

beijing! it was beijing. an unexpected destination. but never mind! i've not been there, so totally fine with me. i'm not the one paying the bill, so Thank You boss for the retreat!! we were told to keep this retreat as low profile as possible.

we left KL on Thursday (some in the morning, some in the evening). and came back on Monday. it was a replacement holiday on Monday, thanks to Hari Malaysia. we went to the hot spots in beijing. but we didnt eat at the best spot in beijing. food wise, must be halal lor... so, we didnt have much option, but to go muslim restaurant, serving chinese food, but halal.

we thought it would be a cold trip, as the weather forecast reading was as low as 12 degrees, and as high as 25 degrees only. we packed some jackets along, in case it's cold! but the weather forecast was inaccurate lor!! it was so sunny! yes, the wind was breezy cooling, but the sun was too HOT! hahaha. we got clear blue sky with white cotton clouds... perfect for photo taking! and no rain during this trip! awesomeness!! the local guide said few days earlier, weather was gloomy!

our antics when we were browsing the hotspots
mary poppins wanna-be
overall, the trip was fun. we touched & went to places that we were supposed to go. just a bit disappointed with the food, especially beijing roast duck. hopefully can get to taste a real one in my next to beijing. but when will that be???

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