Staying active amidst a busy work schedule can be difficult, especially for those who don’t like gyms. Read on for some fun suggestions for keeping fit and active in Nanjing that don’t require gym membership. Read More>>
Upon arriving in Nanjing, I decided to get around the city by bike. After getting used to the transportation jungle that is characteristic of Chinese cities, I was instantly more than grateful to be able to cruise the city streets and get my errands done ... Read More>>
In Wisconsin, we have a saying about the weather: "If you don't like the weather…wait five minutes". This five minute weather phenomenon also seems to be quite prevalent in the semi-tropical bustling urban hub of Nanjing. Who would have guessed ... Read More>>
While Nanjing is well-known for its substantial expat community, upon first arrival, it's still a bit difficult (and sometimes intimidating) to know where to start looking for it. Not to worry! Read on for an introduction to a few of the bars, clubs and ... Read More>>
For those unfamiliar with it, Chinese massage can be a baffling and at times, genuinely terrifying experience. Further, the practise is sometimes associated (at least in the popular imagination) with a number of unsavoury underworld connotations. Despite ... Read More>>
Sports clubs are a great way to stay fit and meet some of the friendliest people in Nanjing. Most of them attract a number of Chinese and foreigners alike, and often host great social events. So if you’re wondering where to exercise and make friends, read ... Read More>>
It is no wonder why the 140 rooms at the Sofitel Zhongshan Golf Resort in Nanjing (the first deluxe five-star golf hotel in Nanjing), are always so full. The management’s attention to detail, such as a candle placed romantically at the side of the bath, ... Read More>>
These days, city life is stressful. Whether it’s your boss on your case or your significant other, we all can feel a little wound up at times. Thankfully, there is a great way to release that stress and improve your mood. No, I’m not talking about hitting ... Read More>>