FrankRandal
Canadian expat in China
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About me
Canadian
Speaks English, Mandarin
Registration: 14 July 2017
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Learning chinese by La chica persa
Hi to all I have decided to study chinese but before starting i want to get some Info about this language... any body here to help me??
I think it depends on your current level and how much time you spend on Learning Chinese. Language learning takes time. There isn’t a shortcut! If you learn Chinese by yourself, it may take you a little longer to be fluent. While if you take ... Read More
How to make friends in China by expat.com
We have been talking about loneliness when you are abroad, let's now talk about how to make friends (locals and other expats) when you're living in China :top: Which are your best tips to meet people and to make friends in China?? Thanks in ...
I can't agree with Manlin more! :cheers: Don't stay shut up in your apartment all the time, and you have more chances to achieve your goal. My personal experience can be concluded here: 1, Learn Chinese. The language barrier is the most ... Read More
Festivals in China by Priscilla
Hello everyone, What are the main festivals in China? Are there art, food, music, film, or other festivals expats can attend and participate in? When do the festivals take place? How long does each festival usually last? What activities go ...
Lunar New Year is by far the most important. Everyone takes off for 2 weeks to eat, drink, and be with family. The biggest celebration takes place on New Year's Eve, followed by a mini celebration on Jan 15 of the lunar calendar. Dumplings and ... Read More
New China online guide by Veedushi
Hello everyone, We invite you to discover the China expat guide with new articles which will help you to better prepare your move and to settle down in the country. You can have a look at the articles by clicking on the following titles: ...
I prefer these two sites: chinahighlights.com/travelguide/culture/ echineselearning.com/blog/categories/chinese-culture :cheers: Read More
How to save money in China by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Did you plan your budget before your move to China? If so, how did you go about it? How do you save money in your day to day life? Do you find there are any areas where you can't cut costs? Do you have any tips about saving ...
There are some great suggestions here. As I currently reside in Beijing, here are mine. 1. Always use public transportation. When a city has great public transportation, use it. You're just throwing money away if you get a car to move yourself ... Read More