First Time Flying Alone: Expert Tips for a Smooth Journey
I barely remember my first flight since I took it when I was quite young as an unaccompanied minor and it wasn't a very long flight...
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- Nov 25
- 7 min
When is the Best Time to Travel to China: Insider Tips
So, you've got your sights set on China – the land of ancient wonders, vibrant cultures, landscapes that'll make your jaw drop, and one...
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- Nov 19
- 6 min
Toxic Work Culture in China: An Expat's Perspective
So, picture this: 5 years ago, I took the plunge and moved to China to teach English. Exciting, right? Little did I know, I was about to...
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- Nov 14
- 9 min
How Safe is Solo Travel in China? A Comprehensive Guide
Welcome, fellow adventurer! By now you've probably figured out that I've lived in mainland China for several years and might be...
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- Oct 13
- 6 min
The Most Famous Mountains in Vietnam Worth a Visit
Are you team beach or team mountains? This question has divided travelers for years, but luckily one country has both to offer.
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- Oct 11
- 9 min
Everything to Know About Jobs as an Expat in China
Are you a twenty-something adventurer, eager to explore the world and broaden your horizons? Well, you're in for a treat! China, with its...
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- Oct 6
- 6 min
The 11 Best Restaurants in Shanghai: A Gastronomic Guide
From traditional Chinese flavors to international fusions, Shanghai is a vibrant metropolis for expats but also a haven for food...
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- Oct 4
- 7 min
The 17 Most Scenic AAAAA Tourist Attractions in China
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- Oct 2
- 7 min
The Best Solo Travel Guide to NYC: by a New Yorker
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- Sep 29
- 5 min
The Birth of 明月(MÃngYuè): the Meanings in Chinese Names
When choosing a Chinese name, you usually have two options: go with a transliteration that sounds similar to your name phonetically or...
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- Sep 28
- 5 min
Working Remotely for a U.S. Company but Living Abroad (2023)
Have you always dreamt of working from an exotic location, living life as a digital nomad while still being employed by a U.S. company?...
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- Sep 26
- 8 min
The 6 Best Cities for Expats to Live in China (2023)
If you've wound up here that most likely means you're contemplating a life-changing move to the captivating, and at times mysterious,...
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- Mar 28
- 8 min
The Bonafide Best Travel Apps to Know About in 2023
Planning for travel can be stressful and time consuming, but luckily your chosen app store has more than enough apps to help make sure...
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- Mar 7
- 6 min
11 Amazing Advantages of Living Abroad
What are the benefits of living abroad? Is it even worth moving abroad? Are there enough pros of living in a foreign country enough to...
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- Jan 23
- 9 min
12 of the Cheapest Countries to Visit in Asia (2023)
So you want a change of scenery, but your budget is saying no to those lavish European vacations everyone seems to be on. Been there,...
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- Nov 13, 2022
- 6 min
The Ultimate Packing Checklist for Moving Abroad
Moving to a new country can be stressful for anyone. One of the most stressful parts of any international move? PACKING.
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- Nov 8, 2022
- 13 min
Living as an Expat in China: Guide to Moving
So you're thinking about moving to China. Or maybe you've already made the big move and you've got some questions. Either way, you've...
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- Oct 26, 2022
- 9 min
21 Day Vietnam Itinerary: Sites, Sights, and Bites
If you know me, you know I will not shut up about how much I love Vietnam. If you are thinking of taking a trip to Vietnam, stop thinking...
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- Aug 25, 2022
- 3 min
Labor Day 2021: A Day Trip and a Rescue Dog
On May 3, 2021, I took a day trip to Nanjing in an attempt to recreate my one day Nanjing itinerary completely unaware that I would be...
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- Aug 23, 2022
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Four Years in China - How the Heck Did I Get Here in the First Place?
Whenever I traveled through Asia (at least back when I could travel internationally), after introductions have been made, the first...
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