Just a quick post from the road. Finally arrived in Beijing about an hour ago - pretty painless so far - a very big, modern looking city. I'm staying on the outskirts of the centre and so far haven't done any exploring. Should be an interesting visit. The flight was a long but comfortable one with Singapore, spoiled only a little by having an aggressive recliner in front of me on the first leg. He was one of those who reclined his seat full back at the first opportunity, just a lunch was about to be served. He then refused point blank to put it up just a little for the meal service when I gently asked him, but I think he was shamed into making this small concession on the second time of asking. Watched six films in all and still managed to sleep a bit during the 18 hours we were airborne. Just about to shower and then head off in search of some food. Oh, yes, wine. We had some on the plane. It was French, red and drinkable.