1. Housing / RentShared Apartment (Outside City Center): ¥2,000–¥3,5001-Bedroom Apartment (City Center): ¥5,000–¥8,000Studio in Expat Areas (Sanlitun, Chaoyang): ¥6,000–¥10,000+Tip: Use apps like Ziroom or check WeChat housing groups for better deals.2. TransportationMetro: ¥3–¥6 per rideBus: ¥1–¥2Taxi within city center: ¥30–¥60Monthly Metro Card (Unlimited Travel):...

 Mastering Public Transportation and Getting AroundPublic transportation is an essential and cost-effective form of travel used by millions globally. Mastering it is an integral part of urban life. Whether you're a seasoned commuterator or new to the concept, here's a comprehensive guide that will help you understand and master the ins and outs of public transportation.Understanding Your Local...

 New Hotline 12345: Your Gateway to Foreigner Services Now Live in ChinaChina has taken a major step towards improving services for foreigners living in the country with the launch of a new hotline, 12345. This hotline aims to provide a one-stop solution for all the needs and concerns of expats residing in China.Whether you are a student, an entrepreneur, a tourist, or a long-term resident,...

Aside from essential apps like WeChat, Alipay, Didi, Maps, etc., one of the other apps that I use most often here is Dianping, especially for looking up restaurants and bars. It's a great way to find new places, check opening times and addresses, book tables and get some banging discounts.  Almost every restaurant or bar is guaranteed to have at least one kind of deal or discount....

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...