Choosing the Best City In China For You
Thanks to it's huge cultural, linguistic and geographic diversity, choosing the best city in China for you to live and [...]
What the New Chinese Work Visa Requirements Mean For You
2017 has been a year of change concerning Chinese work visa requirements for foreigners. This April saw the introduction of [...]
How to Send Money Home From China
Since most Chinese schools offer foreign teachers generous salaries, you’re likely to have some RMB leftover when your contract ends. [...]
How to Buy Train Tickets in China
October 1st marked one of China’s busiest periods for travel, as millions used the week-long national holiday to travel. China’s [...]
Using the Shanghai Metro: The Ultimate Guide
Before commencing my teaching experience in the small town of Nanxun Huzhou, Zhejiang Province, I spent some time in Shanghai. [...]
The Advantages of Private School Placements
Following the launch of our free Private School Programme a couple of weeks ago, we have received several questions about the [...]
5 Exciting Shanghai Events You’ll Not Want To Miss
Everyone’s heard of traditional Chinese festivals like Spring Festival, but few know about the “non-traditional” festivals and events celebrated annually [...]
Tattoos in China: Dispelling the Myth
There's a common myth that having visible tattoos in China and working as a foreign teacher is a big no. [...]
An Insider’s Guide to the Best of Chongqing Cuisine
Chongqing is, depending who you ask, the Mountain City, the Foggy City or the River City. These three names accurately [...]
8 Weird and Wonderful Chinese Festivals You Need to Experience
Holiday's and Festivals in China By Lauren Pettit, Teacher in Jinan (2015-2016) When I left the UK to live and [...]
How to Eat Vegan in Shanghai
Hi, I’m Eleanor and I’ve been learning how to eat vegan in Shanghai for the past 6 months. Before I [...]
Suburbs or City? Choosing a Placement You’ll Love
By Sabrina Samra, Teacher in Shanghai (2014-ongoing) […]