Category: China

  • Planning a Trip to China? These 28 Tips Will Save You SO MUCH Hassle

    Planning a Trip to China? These 28 Tips Will Save You SO MUCH Hassle

    After living and traveling in China for just over 2 years, I thought now was the time to finally share some travel tips for China. China can be a weird place and is probably the biggest culture shock you will ever experience on a short holiday – I know it has been for me. I…

  • Visiting Huanglong: How To Get To Huanglong National Park

    Visiting Huanglong: How To Get To Huanglong National Park

      Huanglong: How To Get To Huanglong National Park – As how it is with any foreign country, but most particularly China, it can be a little difficult to find information on how to get to certain attractions. In this particular case, Huanglong National Park. For those who have heard of it, and have seen…

  • The Most Scenic Free Things To Do In Shanghai

    The Most Scenic Free Things To Do In Shanghai

    When it comes ranking world cities on glitz and glam, Shanghai would be near the top of the list. While you could spend your time taking in the infectious vibe of the city and splashing a bit of cash, you can quite easily enjoy the city without emptying your bank account.   Pin it   More…

  • Chengdu To Jiuzhaigou: Bus, Train And Flight Simplified

    Chengdu To Jiuzhaigou: Bus, Train And Flight Simplified

    Chengdu to Jiuzhaigou: Bus, Train and Flight Simplified: Travelling from Chengdu to Jiuzhaigou can be confusing. As popular as Jiuzhaigou National Park is to visit within China, travelling to Jiiuzhaigou national park isn’t as straight forward as you’d like. Read on and we’ll explain how to get to the hidden treasure which is Jiuzhaigou from Chengdu…

  • Day Trips From Shanghai | The Ultimate Guide To Shanghai Day Trips

    Day Trips From Shanghai | The Ultimate Guide To Shanghai Day Trips

    There are many day trips from Shanghai that can be easily accessed by train or bus. In this ultimate guide to Shanghai day trips we’ll list everything from small water towns to mid sized cities suitable, to interesting attractions – all for sight seeing in 24 hours or less.   Pin it! Day Trips From Shanghai…

  • The Cost of Living in China: Living as an Expat in China

    The Cost of Living in China: Living as an Expat in China

    The Cost of Living in China – An Expats Guide: Due to the cheap cost of living in China it makes this location a popular choice within the expat community. Living in China is unique, with China offering some challenges when it comes to cultural differences. However there is one thing that is quite easy…

  • Experiencing Traditional Chinese Medicine & Sightseeing In Beijing

    Experiencing Traditional Chinese Medicine & Sightseeing In Beijing

    In early June I packed up a rather large suitcase and headed off to Beijing to indulge in the sights and to try out traditional Chinese medicine. FYI: there’s a reason why you shouldn’t take suitcases on escalators (a rule not enforced in China), but that’s a story for another time.   Pin it!  …

  • The Ultimate Guide To Cherry Blossoms in China – Chinese Cherry Blossoms

    The Ultimate Guide To Cherry Blossoms in China – Chinese Cherry Blossoms

      The Ultimate Guide To Cherry Blossoms in China: Viewing the Chinese cherry blossom tree is quite the sight. After the cold snowy winter, the Chinese cherry blossom season springs about a change in thinking for many. Cherry blossoms in China represent new love, new endeavours, and a chance to appreciate the beauty around you.…

  • The Most Useful Apps For China – 20 Apps Listed!

    The Most Useful Apps For China – 20 Apps Listed!

    The Most Useful Apps For China – Travelling or Living in China: It’s difficult to know what apps will be useful for China, especially if you haven’t been there before. As when it comes to travelling or living in China, anything to make life easier is usually welcomed with opened arms.   One way of making…

  • Where To See Cherry Blossoms in Asia | Japan, South Korea & China

    Where To See Cherry Blossoms in Asia | Japan, South Korea & China

    Where to see cherry blossoms is a question you may end up asking yourself as spring approaches in the Northern Hemisphere. With a new season comes fresh change, and the biggest change you’ll notice in some places in Asia are the cherry blossom trees blooming. So where are the best places to view cherry blossoms,…