[speaker001:] is this seat taken?
[speaker002:] no. please sit down.
[speaker001:] thanks.
[speaker002:] are you also going to Beijing?
[speaker001:] yes, on a business trip. How about you?
[speaker002:] I'm taking a vacation to visit a friend there. Have you ever been there before?
[speaker001:] yes, I went there once last summer.
[speaker002:] really? What did you think?
[speaker001:] I think it is amazing. You can enjoy both the traditional Chinese culture as well as the vitality of a modern cosmopolitan city. The only thing I didn't enjoy was the subway.
[speaker002:] was it that crowded?
[speaker001:] yes. There were always so many people. After taking the subway during the rush hour, you 'll envy sardines in their cans.
[speaker002:] oh, maybe I can take the bus or even rent a car.
[speaker001:] that's a good idea. Wish you a great vacation!
[speaker002:] thank you very much!