While the weather has been a little unpredictable of late, when the sun does shine and you’re looking for a spot of alfresco dining or drinking, there is no shortage of stunning rooftops and terraces here in Beijing. To kick off this series, we're going to take a look at some of the rooftops and terraces situated around the Sanlitun and Gongti area, so grab your sunglasses and go...

Mastering Chinese Characters: Tips for Memorizing HanziWhether you are a language enthusiast, a business traveller, or someone seeking to learn Mandarin Chinese for personal reasons, understanding Chinese characters or 'Hanzi' is an essential part of the learning process. These intricate symbols may seem overwhelming at first, especially when there are approximately 50,000 Chinese characters in...

Mastering China’s Digital Payment Landscape: A Foreigner's GuideThe Chinese technological boom has reshaped the country's economy, with digital payment systems playing a significant role in this transformation. As a foreigner exploring China, there are significant distinctions that can assist you in understanding and navigating the Chinese digital payment landscape.The Pioneers: Alipay and...

There is an old saying in China: "Alone, a lonely stranger in a foreign land, I doubly pine for my kinsfolk on a holiday." This means that people living far away from home will miss their loved ones even more during the festive seasons.Nowadays, there are many foreigners in every corner of China. We believe that every overseas friend in a foreign country must also miss their family in the...

 Create a Step-by-Step Guide that Breaks Down Learning Objectives into Daily or Weekly TasksSetting learning objectives is an integral part of any learning process. However, achieving these learning objectives can often feel overwhelming, especially if they're substantial or complex. Thus, breaking down these objectives into manageable daily or weekly tasks is a practical strategy. The...