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...

Moving to China can feel like stepping into another world — exciting, fast, and full of daily surprises. I thought I was prepared, but there were a few things I wish someone told me earlier. If you’re planning to move or you just arrived, these five notes will make life much smoother. 1) Cashless Life is Real QR codes run everything. Set up Alipay or WeChat Pay as soon as you can....

 How to Use Chinese Apps to Enhate Language LearningLearning a new language is thrilling but requires consistency and the right resources. If you are passionate about learning Chinese, then technology has you covered. Chinese applications are designed to make the learning process easier, enjoyable and engaging. This article seeks to explore some of these apps and how to utilise them...

With over 1.4 billion people, social media plays a significant role in every aspect of daily life, from communication and entertainment to business and government. However, foreigners living or visiting China face a distinctive challenge as many global platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram are blocked. Instead, there’s a set of local platforms that dominate the market. Here’s a...

 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...