May 31, 2023
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>>
Mar 10, 2021 Comments(4)
Recommendations for more public holidays proposed at China’s Two Sessions government meeting have been met with enthusiasm by scholars. ... Read More>>
Mar 09, 2021 Comments(4)
With the help of my Chinese friend Lily, here I bring you an introduction to the basic principles of Chinese and offer up some essential Mandarin phrases for new China expats. ... Read More>>
Mar 08, 2021 Comments(4)
A proposal to remove English from compulsory education in China has been raised at this year’s Two Sessions government meeting in Beijing. If adopted, the move could see the need for foreign English teachers in China diminish dramatically. ... Read More>>
Mar 04, 2021 Comments(5)
China’s ICBC bank this week sent a memo to employees outlining how they should behave with colleagues of the opposite sex. ... 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 23, 2021 Comments(6)
Here I bring you a day in the life of my job as an English teacher in Zhuhai, China. ... Read More>>
Feb 18, 2021 Comments(4)
Whether you’ve just arrived or lived here for years, there are things foreigners in China can do to maximize their enjoyment and minimize their annoyance during any staring situation. ... 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 22, 2020 Comments(8)
With the COVID-19 pandemic still ebbing and flowing around the world, would-be holiday makers are likely to run into a thicket of travel protocols and travel restrictions in and out of China. ... Read More>>
Dec 15, 2020 Comments(10)
Newcomers to Asia are often told that their hosts curb their emotions more, and that they too should try to avoid public displays of anger. This may be one of the least-followed pieces of advice given to expats 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>>
Oct 27, 2020 Comments(10)
Understandably, those who haven’t experienced quarantine in China before are anxious to know what it’s like. I recently completed my own quarantine in Shanghai after returning from the UK and wanted to share my experience with you. ... Read More>>
Oct 22, 2020 Comments(11)
Here, I’ve assembled a list of some of the foreigners who’ve made a name for themselves in China. I hope it will encourage more young and hungry expats to create a little story of their own. ... Read More>>
Oct 08, 2020 Comments(10)
If you’re a foreigner looking to take it to the next stage with your sweetheart, read on for the rules of engagements in China. ... Read More>>
Oct 06, 2020 Comments(9)
How much can you bargain? How picky should you be? What’s that strange smell? All of these questions and more will be answered in this beginner’s guide to renting an apartment in China. ... Read More>>
Sep 17, 2020 Comments(21)
A decade can seem like a short period of time in most countries, but in China, it can feel like a lifetime. Whether it’s in technology, transportation, or education, the Middle Kingdom has revolutionized itself like nowhere else. ... Read More>>
Sep 10, 2020 Comments(15)
There are many reasons why you might be tempted to get a dog as an expat living in China. But before you commit, here are eight reasons why it might be wise to think twice. ... Read More>>
Aug 20, 2020 Comments(9)
If you’re fed up of sitting on trains or having your temperature checked over and over again at the airport, perhaps it’s time to embark on some truly independent travel. ... Read More>>
Aug 11, 2020 Comments(10)
China is full of opportunities, but life here also comes with risks for those not doing things by the book. Although it can be very tempting to cut corners or bend the rules, these actions can come back to haunt you. ... Read More>>
Jul 30, 2020 Comments(4)
As it looks like most expats in China will be stuck here for a while longer yet, it’s time to tick some activities off your domestic bucket list. One of the best ways to explore the country is through hiking and climbing. ... Read More>>
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