Today, we saw how Abbott sources and puts its dairy through dry/wet processes to make milk powder and formula. I was so impressed with the safety and sterilization measures they take to ensure a quality, safe product for their customers. The meals are getting repetitive, and I wish that we could rotate the meals with … Continue reading Reflection 5/21 →

Today, we visited Tiger Hill and had the opportunity to explore around a little bit. I really enjoyed learning the historical significance, especially as I've never heard of these world heritage sites before. I think my favorite moment of the entire trip happened when a group of us did a pyramid and a little boy … Continue reading Tuesday 5/21/19 →

One of my favorite experiences of today was Tiger Hill. I really love hearing stories of the history-not just facts but legends and mystery behind the places that we see. It's incredible that the empowers tomb is still a mystery to many archaeologists because of the tower pagoda that rests on top. Even the surrounding … Continue reading Day 9: Suzhou-Tiger Hill//Abbott//Shanghai →

What a beautiful day in China. We explored the historic Tiger Hill park under beautiful smog-free blue skies in the morning and toured the ultra-clean Abbott infant formula plant in the afternoon. The park was very lush and full of great photo spots, including but not limited to the Chinese leaning tower of Pisa and … Continue reading China day 8! →

Today we started off with another fun visit, this time to Tiger Hill and the leaning tower. The grounds were quite beautiful and the hike up to the tower was peaceful. I was amazed at how much the tower was actually leaning. After a quick lunch and check-out in Suzhou, we had one of our … Continue reading Day 8 (5/21) →

This morning we had a beautiful visit to Tiger Hill. My favorite part was the Temple of the Great Buddha. I observed local Chinese people actually praying in this Temple which made the whole experience more authentic. Afterwards we went to Abbott to visit their factory. Although it wasn’t my favorite corporate visit, I still … Continue reading Shanghai – 5/21 →

Today started with a visit to the Lion Grove, which was incredibly tranquil and relaxing. I loved watching the fish and climbing around on the rocks. Andy mentioned that students built the garden for their teachers- what a gift! Next we went to the Silk Factory, which was incredibly interesting. I thought it was cool … Continue reading Suzhou – 5/20 →

Today was very special. We finally got to sleep in! But outside of that, it was a very fun day. I’m normally not a very vain person but I took so many pictures at Tiger Hill. It was a beautiful place with great scenery. We later went to Abbott for what turned out to be … Continue reading 5-21-19 Blog Post →