Steven is no doubt a very seasoned, knowledgeable and experienced tour guide.  We appreciated his knowledge about Beijing and China.   However, I personally find him speaks abit too fast and also he didn't really allow us to raise questions as we have not much of a chance to do so as he is the one keeps talking.   He also does not allow us to have proper time to walk, view and appricate the 2 places of attractions...always seem to tell us we were slow and no time already.

Also, I am disappointed with the place he brought us for a quick lunch before heading to the Great Wall.  He should have consulted us and obtained our agreement before bringing us there.  The dumplings were fresh but other than that, the rest of the food was sucked and I saw them placing our unfinished food back to the tray for the other customers to have it!!! that's horrifying!   We would rather grab some fast food instead!