Dec 06, 2023
Doctor Anthony David Beck has been working as a vet in China for almost 20 years. One half of the team that heads up Beck & Stone, he tells us what he thinks about expats bringing pets to China. Read more>>
Nov 22, 2023 Comments(5)
Let's face it; most expats in China live very differently to most locals. So how can you live more like a local and save money as an expat in China. ... Read More>>
Oct 11, 2023
Your first few months as an expat in China can be overwhelming. Whether you’re only here for a semester or are likely to stay for several years, here are some ways to make your first few months in China easier. ... Read More>>
Aug 10, 2023
Some Chinese rules of social engagement can be complicated for foreigners to understand. Let’s take a look at some of the social constructs expats in China typically struggle to navigate. ... Read More>>
May 31, 2023 Comments(3)
There comes a time in every longterm China expat's life when you realize that you’re starting to adopt the cultural nuances you found so strange on arrival. Here are eight signs that you’ve gone native as an expat in China. ... Read More>>
Dec 07, 2022 Comments(2)
When it comes to Western food in China, it can be a heartbreaking experience. Away from the top tier cities, there are few places to choose from and many disappointments. Here are seven ways to spot a bad Western restaurant in China. ... Read More>>
Sep 14, 2022 Comments(4)
While some Chinese may be overeager to make your acquaintance, you’ll find befriending coworkers, classmates, neighbors, or whoever, may take a bit more work. Here are a few ways expats can find and keep Chinese friends. ... Read More>>
Aug 04, 2022 Comments(4)
Most foreigners come to China for a short stint and don’t want to spend a fortune finding and furnishing a new home. If you’re in this boat, here are some tips on how you can move to China on the cheap. ... Read More>>
Jun 01, 2021 Comments(14)
Many of us experience extreme culture shock when we first move to China. But over time, we somehow learn to adapt. Before we know it, we realize we’ve picked up the local customs and habits. ... Read More>>
May 25, 2021 Comments(17)
We’ve all heard about the habits we should avoid picking up as an expat living in China, but what about those things we should learn? ... Read More>>
May 20, 2021 Comments(9)
Not all sports are made equal when it comes to making local friends in China. Here I bring you five of the best for this specific purpose. ... Read More>>
May 13, 2021 Comments(21)
I asked a diverse group of expats to share what they most disliked about living in China. Here are the results: ... Read More>>
May 11, 2021 Comments(105)
I spoke to a bunch of China expats to find out what they like most about their lives here. ... Read More>>
May 06, 2021 Comments(11)
Whether in a social or work setting, expats in China often find themselves awkwardly thrown together with a group of locals and at a loss as to how to build camaraderie. ... Read More>>
Apr 22, 2021 Comments(12)
Just because most of us can’t travel abroad right now, doesn’t mean you can’t get a taste of the exotic right here in China. ... Read More>>
Apr 20, 2021 Comments(7)
Given that daily meat consumption is a fairly modern phenomenon here in China, many of the tastiest and simplest dishes are entirely meat-free. Here I bring you five amazing vegetarian/vegan Chinese dishes that are easy to cook at home. ... Read More>>
Apr 15, 2021 Comments(6)
China has developed at an unprecedented rate since it opened to the world in the early 80s. Many of the gripes and complaints that some of us expats had when we first arrived have disappeared in the intervening years. ... Read More>>
Apr 01, 2021 Comments(4)
One of the most important features of WeChat is the numerous and varied groups and accounts offering a wealth of information about China. Below is a short list of WeChat accounts that I think will be most useful to expats in China. ... Read More>>
Feb 25, 2021 Comments(7)
It often seems that everyone in China has decided to descend onto the very same streets, creating a wide range of transit hazards that are to be avoided at all costs. ... Read More>>
Feb 11, 2021 Comments(9)
S’long, China expat. Your bags are packed. Your flight is waiting. But are you sure you’re really ready to leave? ... Read More>>
Jan 19, 2021 Comments(4)
These days when foreigners come to China, this exciting and growing city is near the top of their wish list. As a current resident, I’ve compiled some tips for foreigners living and working in Shenzhen. ... Read More>>
Jan 05, 2021 Comments(5)
Moving apartments in China can sometimes feel like some elaborate form of torture. To ease the pain, therefore, here are five tips for a stress-free moving day in China. ... Read More>>
Dec 01, 2020 Comments(5)
Transitioning into life in China can be difficult, but preparation is half the battle. Today, I’m going to take you through eight of the most common challenges every expat in China will face. ... Read More>>
Nov 19, 2020 Comments(41)
When you take a step back and look at the science, in some cases at least, these Chinese idiosyncrasies actually make a lot of sense. Let’s take a look at 5 ‘weird’ Chinese habits that will actually improve your health. ... Read More>>
Nov 17, 2020 Comments(7)
While there is no substitute for living in and traveling around China for yourself, it’s essential to know which books and writers to read if you want to fully understand the history, culture and politics of this enigmatic country. ... Read More>>
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