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4 Easy Ways to Help Rescue Dogs in China
You may have come across my story on how I adopted my dog Zeus while I was in China. If you haven't, trust me it's worth the read! Since...
Dec 31, 20235 min read
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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...
Nov 25, 20237 min read
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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...
Nov 19, 20236 min read
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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...
Nov 14, 20239 min read
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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...
Oct 11, 20239 min read
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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...
Sep 29, 20235 min read
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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,...
Sep 26, 20238 min read
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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,...
Jan 23, 20239 min read
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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...
Aug 25, 20223 min read
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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...
Aug 23, 20224 min read
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Nanjing in a Day, the Unconventional Way
Nanjing was China's largest city during the Ming Empire and its lingering history will make itself apparent as you make your way around....
Jun 14, 20224 min read
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Xi'an's Famous Foods: My Fave 5
Xi'An is home to countless famous Chinese dishes, a fact I was clueless about prior to moving to China in 2018. Back home, one of my...
May 14, 20224 min read
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