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5 Things I Wish I Knew Before Moving to China

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....

Hafrik

2025-08-09 07:01:24

Learn Chinese in 5 Minutes: Everyday Phrases You’ll Actually Use

Learning Mandarin might feel intimidating at first, but you don’t have to master thousands of characters to start communicating. Just a few phrases can make your life in China much smoother — from shopping and traveling to making friends. 50 Useful Mandarin Phrases 你好 (Nǐ hǎo) – Hello 👋 早上好 (Zǎo shàng hǎo) – Good morning 🌅 晚上好 (Wǎn shàng hǎo) – Good...

Hafrik

2025-08-09 06:59:19

Can Hotel Reject Your Stay Just Because You're A Foreigner?

Ever booked a hotel in China, rolled in with your suitcase all excited, only to hear that dreaded line: “Sorry, we’re not qualified to accept foreigners”? Yeah… me too. Awful. It’s been repeated so often it might as well be part of the hotel’s welcome script when a foreigner walks in. And the reason they give? “According to the law…” Well,...

Horlaarsman

2025-08-03 14:42:09

How To Save Big With Dianping Discount Vouchers

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....

Hafrik

2025-07-29 19:32:18

An Introduction to Doing Business in China 2025

Doing Business in China 2025 is designed to introduce the fundamentals of investing in China. Compiled by the professionals at Dezan Shira & Associates in December 2024, this comprehensive guide is designed to let foreign investors get familiar with the changes happening in China’s business landscape and explore new methods of doing business in and with China—to identify areas...

Hafrik

2025-07-29 19:18:28

Beijing's Rooftops & Terraces: Sanlitun and Gongti

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...

Hafrik

2025-07-29 19:11:50

Exploring Beijing's Rooftop & Terraces: Spotlight on the CBD

Today we're continuing our journey exploring rooftops and terraces in Beijing, and after looking at ones around Sanlitun, the hutongs, and the Liangma River, we're now turning our attention to the CBD. Xun Terrace The newest place on this list, Xun Terrace only opened up earlier this year. Hidden away on the 25th floor of an office building near the Kerry Centre, here you...

Hafrik

2025-07-29 18:49:28

How to Extend Your Visa Without Stress in China

How to Extend a Chinese Visa Smoothly in 2025 A step-by-step guide for foreigners in China on how to extend your visa without stress — requirements, tips, costs, and mistakes to avoid. ✍️ Intro Visa extensions in China can feel confusing — especially with changing rules, language barriers, and long lines. But the truth is: it’s possible to extend your visa without stress if...

HafrikGuide

2025-07-27 18:44:40

China Now Offers 240-Hour Visa-Free Transit to Travelers from 55 Countries!

Whether you’re landing in Beijing, flying out from Guangzhou, or making a stop in Shanghai, China’s visa-free transit policy allows you to explore the country for up to 240 hours (10 days) — no full visa required. ✈️ What Is the 240-Hour Visa-Free Transit? This is a special policy that lets eligible travelers stay in China without a visa for up to 240 hours, as long as...

Hafrik

2025-07-10 06:52:19

Hafrik Is Evolving: A New Chapter Begins

A whole new Hafrik is on the way. Faster. Cleaner. Smarter. The platform you love, now reimagined for the people who live it. Weâ€™ve been rebuilding Hafrik from the ground up to give you a better experience, not just in how it looks, but in how it works and connects people. Â Â City-Based Experience Hafrik is now city-focused. From Shenyang to Shanghai,...

Hafrik

2025-07-07 15:33:32

How to Make Money on Hafrik: Everything You Need to Know

How to Earn on Hafrik Hafrik Points are rewards you earn by being active — posting, watching reels, commenting, and engaging with the community. You can convert these points into real money, boost content, or unlock perks. 1. Daily Activity = Daily Points You earn points when you: Post content (text, photos, or videos) Watch reels and stories Comment or like posts Stay active on the...

Hafrik

2025-06-19 19:49:54

Study in China with a Fully Funded Provincial Scholarship â€“ September 2025 Intake!

Are you a passionate and driven student looking to advance your career with a Masterâ€™s degree? Hereâ€™s a golden opportunity to study in China with a Provincial Scholarship at one of the most innovative universities in the country â€“ Zhejiang University of Science and Technology (ZUST).Admissions are now open for the September 2025 intake, and this is your chance to earn a fully funded...

Hafrik

2025-06-12 09:20:20

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