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Oakley is the business to make sunglasses for everyone. They have actually begun to design sunglasses for the faces and heads of different ethnic groups in ensure that they get the best fit possible. They also design frames and lenses for Oakley prescription sunglasses, to make sure that anyone and everyone can wear their sunglasses, no one is left out.

The Oakley flak jacket asian fit is one of the Oakley designs for the Asian face. The Asian face is a little smaller than some other ethnic groups and Oakley wanted to make sure they were getting the full benefits of their sunglasses along with great protection. The Oakley flak jacket (Asian fit) comes with interchangeable nose pads and lenses to give you the perfect combination of look and feel that is customized just for you. With an MSRP of $210, they are not the cheapest Oakley sunglass option but the white and grey frames will look awesomely cool.

Oakley half jacket (Asian fit) are one of the first dual-lens sunglasses with interchangeable lenses that Oakley had to offer. Everything about them is black from the jet-black frames to the Iridium coating on the lenses that are made to reflect glare and heighten color contrast. The Oakley half jacket asian fit have a 3-point fit that comfortably hugs the nose and behind the ears.

Provide seating that meets current safety standards and should not be wider than 16 inches for your children. The Federal Aviation Administration (United States) recommends that children weighing less than 40 pounds seated in child seats or infant.

The best seat on a flight to the children is the first row in economy class. There was a broad space for the legs. If a seat in the first row does not exist, do not seat the children near the alley, a child should sit in between two adults. Also good to remember that during the flight you must always get up, or frequent walk with the children. Do not allow children to walk without your supervision.

Seat reservations in advance can help all family members can sit side by side or nearby. If the plane is full and the opportunity to make a reservation in advance is not possible, ask the flight attendant at the airport (during boarding), the crew may be able to ask other passengers to change seats so children do not sit separately from parents.

Bring water and moisturizer for the skin so as not to dry during the flight. Bring chewing gum and treats as well to reduce the air pressure in the ears of children and various toys in a tote bag to attract children.

Tiananmen Square
The huge open square surrounded by official buildings is a popular gathering place for tourists. During the day, you can buy a ticket to go up to the balcony from which the Chinese leaders still address the people through the speakers attached to each lamppost, the balcony gives a very impressive view over the square. Tiananmen Square is open until 10.30pm at night, where the square is brightly lit up. At sunrise and sunset, the flag to the front of the square is hoisted up or down the pole by a troop of army soldiers who halt the traffic on the busy Chang An Avenue to march across the road on route to the Square. Arrive an hour before the ceremony to get a good view as many people come to watch this.

Getting there: Taxis are not permitted to stop near Tiananmen Square, so your best bet on transport there is by taking the subway or walking. The two subway stations nearest to the Square are on line 1, Tiananmen East (116) and Tiananmen West (117), each a five minute walk away. Alternatively, take a pleasant walk from the south entrance to Wangfujing Street will take about 20 minutes to reach the Square.

Great Wall
The Great Wall of China is one of the few man made structures visible from space and probably the most famous landmark in China. You can get to a few different parts of the Great Wall within a few hours by bus from Beijing. The most popular section for tourists is the Badaling part, as it is well managed and safe. Some sections of the wall have steps and railings while other sections are have gradual steep slopes. Depending on which time of year you visit the Great Wall, you should be prepared for extreme temperatures. The sun is scorching in the summertime, while in winter you will have a bitter wind and freezing temperatures. You do not have to be a fitness fanatic to visit the Great Wall, even walking a few steps of the Wall is an achievement – not everyone can say they have walked on one of the modern wonders of the world!

Getting there: Jump aboard bus number 919 from various places around Beijing or negotiate a round trip with a local taxi driver. There are also many tour buses operating trips to the great Wall.

Forbidden City
The Forbidden City, which is also known as the Imperial Palace, is an enormous compound of halls, temples and homes which make up the former residence of the ancient emperors. The vast complex is alleged to hold 9,999 rooms and is divided into a northern and southern part.  The southern half is where the ceremonies and entertaining took place whereas the northern area was the emperor’s private residence accessible only to a select few important people.

Getting there: It will cost you around 60 RMB to enter the Forbidden City. You can easily spend a few hours wandering around admiring the decor, for an additional 20 RMB you can hire an audio tour in English to learn more about the artifacts you are looking at. The Imperial Palace is located behind Tiananmen Square. Take the Tiananmen East (116) or Tiananmen West (117) Line 1 subway to get there, and walk behind Mao’s picture to reach the Forbidden City.

The Summer Palace
The Summer Palace was constructed as a place of rest and recreation for emperors’ in the North West area of Beijing. Today the site is open as a public park and is one of the most impressive places to visit in Beijing. Stroll along the walkway which circles the enormous lake and climb up to the hillside temples for breathtaking views over the lake and surrounding area. You can even hire a boat to explore the lake but get there early as boat rental stops at around 4.30pm.

Getting there: A taxi ride to the Summer Palace will take about an hour from the centre of Beijing and should cost no more than 50 RMB. A journey by bus will take around and hour and a half costing no more than 7 RMB. The Summer Palace entrance fee is 30RMB.

Beijing Zoo
Beijing zoo is famous for its large collection of pandas and is home to a vast range of animals but be prepared to pay a bit more if you want to see the panda display as this is not included in the zoo ticket price.

Getting there: The zoo is not far from the centre of Beijing, a taxi will cost you no more than 25 RMB. The nearest subway is Xi Zhi Men station (201) on Line 2 followed by walking 20 minutes to the zoo entrance.

The Temple of Heaven
The Temple of Heaven is a large leafy park and temple site situated south of Beijing. The tall wooden tower is the centre piece of the park and it is thought that the structure was built using no nails. Another sight not to miss is the echo wall, rumour has it that if you stand next to the wall and talk at it, the words are carried along the wall and can be heard from any point along the wall. The Temple of Heaven site also attracts locals who come to practice their performance skills, expect to see singers, dancers and martial arts enthusiasts.

Getting there: The best transport to the Temple of Heaven is by taxi which should not cost more than 20 RMB from the centre of Beijing. An entrance ticket to the park is quite cheap but you’ll have to pay extra for the attractions such as the wooden tower and the echo wall. Alternatively you can buy a combination ticket for 35 RMB which lets you into everything.

Wangfujing
A walk along the colourful bustling neon lit Wangfujing will take you about 30 minutes if you do not get distracted by the many shops. Considered the central heart of the city the street has two main shopping malls and home to a number of large department stores, souvenir shops and street food stalls. Most of the shops shut down around 9pm and while the night market stays open later.

Getting there: The nearest subway is Line 1 Wangfujing (118) station.

The CCTV Tower
The CCTV tower is home to many TV and Radio station broadcasts. From the top of the tower you can see a wide view of western Beijing. There are two levels to the tower an observation deck and a revolving restaurant which is reasonably priced. Across the road from the base of the tower is a quiet park where you can rent boats or take a leisurely walk along the waterfront.

Getting there: The tower can be reached by subway at the Gong Zhu Fen (110) Line 1 station and walking 20 minutes. Alternatively you can get a taxi to the tower from the centre of Beijing which should cost no more than 25 RMB.

Remember your backpacker insurance!
So that you can really enjoy your time in Beijing, don’t forget to take out your backpacker insurance as soon as you book your trip. It is important that you remember to check that your backpacking travel insurance policy offers you the level of cover that you need for your trip before you buy it.

When buying your cheap backpacker travel insurance, don’t assume that every policy is the same. Your needs may be different from others, so make sure your travel insurance for backpackers provides the cover that you require. Read the small print, check the level of cover and ensure you are covered for any activities that you want to undertake. Carry your backpacking travel insurance documentation and the 24-hour emergency assistance number on you at all times along with your policy number so you’re prepared for every eventuality!