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Buying and Developing Film in Chengdu

The same as Vinyl records, film photography has been making a mainstream comeback within recent years. With vintage colors, moody shades, and unexpected twangs of light, many people are starting to become curious about the art of developing and printing

Summer Getaway Deals From Chengdu

Summer Getaway (Tibet Travel & Around ) Deals From ChengduThe Tibet Autonomous Region (TAR) of China is a high, dry, windswept plateau. Thrust up like a giant dinner plate by the major tectonic forces of the Indian Subcontinent crashing into

Mystery Games Journey West

After a year of thrilling unknowns, Mystery Games is back.And this time with a twist.The organisers are world famous experts at games. They keep the nature of the activity secret until the last minute. They promise you’ll have fun.When?Sunday 29th July2pm –

How Chengdu Are You?

We all know there’s something special about Chengdu.For many of us it’s more than just a place we live, but a lifestyle we choose to have. Whether you’ve just arrived, or the city has become your laojia – you probably

The Changing Face of Surgery in Chengdu & ICL implantation

AIER East Eye Hospital are working hard to change perceptions about eye care in China,  frequently bringing world experts and cutting edge technology to Chengdu: On the 28th July they are offering the rare opportunity to hear from both their ICL

Whats Happening in Chengdu: Summer

It may feel like it’s been nothing but rain this summer – but great things are still happening in Chengdu: from exciting exhibitions, new menus to more direct flights and high speed rails, so read on for latest this summer:New

Discover Chengdu With DiDi World Cup Craze

The World Cup is in full swing as Chengdu gets hit hard by its swelteringly hot rainy season. Ride-hailing app DiDi have been fine tuning their English language services to make sure nothing the city’s summer weather throws at you, will make

Creator in Progress – Republic of Sports is Back

For the second year running in Chengdu, the world’s leading sports brand adidas launch their “Republic of Sports” campaign at Sino-Ocean Taikoo Li, Chengdu – offering creative sports experience and free classes in Main Square at Sino-Ocean Taikoo Li and Hongxing Square; between 8th

5 Foreign Movies to China in July 2018

For some odd unknown reason, Hollywood gets blackballed every July and August in China. Could it have something to do with the countless Chinese films hitting the theaters? Compared to last month, this month is pretty similar. We got that one big

World Cup News: Russia runs dry, as Chengdu beer still flows

According to Reuters, less than one week into the month-long soccer rager, Russia’s beer supply is already depleted. “We just didn’t think they would only want beer,” said a waiter at a restaurant who ran out of draft lager on

Torrential rains in Chengdu and Sichuan

Chengdu’s rainy season is a famous washout, with on average 20 days of rain and rainfall of 200mm. However in just 12 hours, over 160mm of rainfall has hit the outskirts of the city causing floods, delays and destruction. The rain

How To Donate Used Clothes in Chengdu

As the world’s largest producer, consumer, and exporter of textiles, China is responsible for a staggering quantity of textile waste. Every year, families throw away approximately 26 million tons of clothing, and the nation’s accumulation of textile waste amounts to

2018 Chengdu Pride Month

Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Pride Month (LGBT Pride Month) is celebrated each year in the month of June.The origins for Pride Month are often cited in the Stonewall Riots that taken place in New York, June 1969.  Stonewall is

2018 FIFA World Cup Full Schedule (China Time)

The FIFA World Cup 2018 is scheduled to be held in Russia from 14 June to 15 July.Here’s the full schedule, groups and match timings (China time). A total of 64 fixtures will be played in the course of the

Where to Watch the World Cup in Chengdu

FIFA World Cup 2018 will be taking place in Russia from June 14th to July 15th. being played in 12 stadiums located in 11 different cities, across 4 different time zones might be difficult to work out when the games

Four Sisters – Weekend in Paradise

June 16-18 Four Sisters Mountain Trip For those living in Chengdu,  this  trip designed with your weekend getaway in mind. Extravagant has taken care of all the details so that you can relax and enjoy your time away from the bustle

9 Foreign Movies to China in June 2018

9 Foreign Movies to China in June 2018After an action-packed May without any options for the kiddos, we at least have a couple cartoons to choose from this month. Those animation movies are from Japan, Germany, and the USA, respectively. And because we

JOB: Host of Travel Reality Shows

The Chengdu Chaoyouai Technology team are looking for a passionate video host to join and work with the Tomato English team.[kleo_gap size=”12px” class=”” id=””]About UsThe Chaoyouai Technology is a Chengdu-based online education company. Founded in 2012, it has become a

The 6 Week Challenge

Chinese Corner Mandarin Learning Centre have developed a way to teach people intensive survival Chinese in 6 weeks, in a fun and effective way.They are looking for people to test this new Chinese bootcamp.[kleo_gap size=”12px” class=”” id=””][kleo_gap size=”12px” class=”” id=””]After

Deal of the Week – Tailored Shirts

Followers of Chengdu-Expat WeChat receive a weekly special deal on a great product or service in Chengdu.This WeekSuit Republic, the home of tailored suits, shirts and shoes in Chengdu are offering 35% off when you buy 2 tailored shirts.You can choose from