S: no. please sit down.

H: thanks.

S: are you also going to Beijing?

H: yes, on a business trip. How about you?

S: I’m taking a vacation to visit a friend there. Have you ever been there before?

H: yes, I went there once last summer.

S: really? What did you think?

H: I think it is amazing. You can enjoy both the traditional Chinese culture as well as the vitality of a modern cosmopolitian city. The only thing I didn’t enjoy was the subway.

S: was it that crowded?

H: yes. There were always so many people. After taking the subway during the rush hour, you’ll envy sardines in their cans.

S: oh, maybe I can take the bus or even rent a car.

H: that’s a good idea. Wish you a great vacation!

S: thank you very much!