What NOT to Bring Through Beijing Airport – My Hard Drive Story

Описание: They Took My Hard Drive at Beijing Airport!
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In today’s episode, I share a true (and slightly nerve-racking) travel story from a connecting flight through Beijing, China — a trip that almost turned into a nightmare. While passing through airport security, I was carrying something incredibly important: my external hard drive containing four years’ worth of YouTube videos and precious memories.
What happened next was something I didn’t expect — and it reminded me just how different international airport security can be.
🧳 Whether you're an expat, a frequent flyer, or just curious about what it's like to travel through China with tech gear, this story is for you.

👉 Stick around to hear:
What security flagged in my bag
How they handled my external drive
Why this moment made me rethink my digital backup strategy!

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