Do you need to perk yourself up with some caffeine before work, but don’t want any of that nasty instant coffee you find in Guangzhou’s supermarkets? Maybe you want to relax over a warm drink, but you’re not really a tea person. If so, you’ll have ... Read More>>

Try something right now. Sit back, close your eyes, and take a few deep breaths. Really try to slow down for a moment and check in with yourself. How are you feeling? Maybe you’re tired run-down, or maybe the air pollution outside is getting to you. If ... Read More>>

Guangzhou, although not as widely international as Shanghai, has long-term communities from all over the world, including Germany. The German connection in this busy port city is not always obvious, but a small community resides here, now mostly because of ... Read More>>

Although it is table tennis that still captures much of the public eye, other racquet sports in China are booming. Though knocking a ball around the court is originally a Western phenomenon, formulated in the nineteenth century and onward, China is now ... Read More>>

One of the best dining options in Guangzhou, as well as one of the most popular, is Vietnamese food. With dozens of restaurants now serving at least a handful of Vietnamese dishes, and several specializing in it, a few of Guangzhou's Vietnamese eateries ... Read More>>

Latin culture hasn't left much of a mark in Guangzhou, as it has in Shanghai or Beijing. Or become a regular part of city life, as it has in Hong Kong. Just a few years back I left an ad looking for someone to practice my Spanish with, and heard back from ... Read More>>

Up for something new and completely different? You may be wondering, or imagined before coming to China, that the only bars around consisted of glitzy KTVs (Karaoke) or gigantic glamorous clubs with dressed to impress clientele ready to throw down 5,000 ... Read More>>

Staying fit and in shape abroad can be more trouble than you would expect. Finding the right gym can be hard considering the language barrier and if you are the kind of person who needs a coach to keep you motivated it can be almost impossible to find an ... Read More>>

Now that the stifling summer days have given way to cooler, more inviting autumn afternoons, you might be looking for nice places to go spend some of your free time. Guangzhou has a wide variety of nice parks and gardens even in the busy heart of the city. ... Read More>>

Whether you’re just visiting Guangzhou or you’ve been here for a while, you will probably do some shopping while you are here. Guangzhou boasts a great number of good places to shop, but where you should go depends heavily on what you want to buy. However,... Read More>>

Beijing’s 798 art district is often called “Beijing’s art warehouse” for attracting some of the trendiest modern art around. So, does Guangzhou have any kind of similar “art warehouse” to boast of? Let’s begin our search in Guangzhou to find ... Read More>>

If you’ve been in China for a while and you’re starting to itch for a little reminder of home, a trip to the movies is a great way to sit back, relax, and get away from the city atmosphere. Guangzhou, as one of the first cities in China to open up to ... Read More>>

Guangzhou has long been a trading city, and today, the streets are especially alive with communities from all over the world. One happy result of that is the diversity of food now on offer, and few things taste more of the exotic than food from the Middle ... Read More>>

Finding a reasonably-priced, quality apartment in Guangzhou can be mightily complicated. There are plenty of apartment-blocks out there, but that's part of the problem – shopping for the one you want, in the place you want. District-by-district searching ... Read More>>

Guangzhou is China's third largest city, and it has the lively sports scene to show it. Though passed over for a chance to hold the 2008 Olympics, Guangzhou is a regular location for national and international tournaments, especially in basketball, soccer, ... Read More>>

Guangzhou<br /> is home to a great number of notable cultural and religious sites. It is an old city, and some might say that Guangzhou, like so many other places, has forsaken its past in the rush for prosperity. However, there are places in ... Read More>>

Despite a downturn in crime over the past few years, thefts, purse-snatchings, muggings, and burglaries are still all-too-common in Guangzhou. Reported crime rates have fallen from a peak of 140,000-a-year in 2000, as city officials and the police force put ... Read More>>

If you have a weekend afternoon free and you want to get out of the downtown hustle and bustle of Guangzhou without traveling too far, Shamian Island (沙面岛) is a reliable bet for a pleasant atmosphere, good food, and an all around relaxing visit. Read More>>

If you find yourself with some downtime while you are in Guangzhou, but want to spend it on something a little more refined than visiting your usual expat watering hole, why not try checking out the local art scene? If you have any interest in fine art or ... Read More>>

How can one truly amuse oneself in Guangzhou at the weekends? Where do you go to have fun? After a week’s work you only have two days to relax, so any ideas? Below, we’ve compiled a list of fun ideas that you’re sure to like. Read More>>

You probably know by now that summer and early fall in Guangzhou can be some of the least pleasant times to be outside. It’s hot, it’s incredibly humid, and the city streets are filled with gridlocked cars; like a living case study on the horrors of Global... Read More>>

Whether you’re new to town, or have been here a while, you’ve probably found that finding English books in Guangzhou is a task that is easier said than done. This is especially true if the book you are looking for is a foreign book about China, in which ... Read More>>

Guangdong by Bike, Part 1: Short Trips<br /> Mid-Length Routes <br /> These trips are good for people used to biking more regularly and who are able to bike up to 150 km. The distance of these routes range from 60 to 150 km; you can get all the ... Read More>>

Short Trips These short rips (15 to 50 km roundtrip) are perfect for those who don’t frequently bike ride. These trips cover smaller areas and mostly travel paved roads; cross-country biking experience is not needed. Photo: Wootang001 Lover's Trip ... Read More>>