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Helpful Western Medicines in Chinese

Common Western Medicines in China: English and Chinese Names So, you got sick in China but are not ready to try traditional Chinese medicine? That is okay, this guide to Western medicines in China can help you find familiar options more

Where to Watch the 2025 Super Bowl in Chengdu

It’s time once again for the Super Bowl.The biggest event in football – the US version with the oddly shaped leather-covered thing nicknamed a “pigskin,” not the other version – is upon us: Superbowl 59. Whether you’re actually rooting for someone

QSI International School of Chengdu is Hiring

About Quality Schools International (QSI)What does your future hold? Are you looking for a new opportunity to grow and learn? QSI International School of Chengdu is seeking highly qualified and experienced educational professionals to join our school community for the

Navigating Cultural Adaptation – Professional Counseling

Navigating Cultural Adaptation and Mental Health in Chengdu as an Expat The start of a new year often brings a sense of renewal and fresh opportunities. For expats living in Chengdu, this is also a chance to reflect on personal well-being.

2025 Lantern Festivals In & Around Chengdu

• If you’re staying in Chengdu (or are visiting) during Chinese New Year, and are looking for a little local flavour, one of the many lantern festivals will be sure to hit the spot. They tend to offer up traditional

Chengdu International Places Open During 2025 Chinese New Year

Chinese New Year, specifically Chunyun, is the greatest annual human migration, which often leaves big cities deserted.It can be hard to figure out what to do during Chinese New Year (keep an eye on our account for a overview of

Extreme Chengdu

Adventure & Outdoor Activities in Chengdu for Fun & ThrillsCity life in Chengdu can sometimes get overwhelming, so trying the best adventure and outdoor activities in Chengdu is a great way to recharge and get your adrenaline pumping!Chengdu-Expat have complied

REDnote Tips (2): Emoji Cheat Sheet

📲 How to Use Little Red Book Emojis Like a Local (With Cheat Sheets!)Little Red Book emojis (also known as REDnote emojis) can be tricky. They work a little differently than what you might be used to on other platforms.

REDnote Tips (1): Chinese Slang Cheat Sheet

Lost? Confused? Need fun, up-to-date user engagement? Unable to understand the Chinese slang on Little Red Book?Don’t worry TikTok Refugees; you’re in good company. We’re making handy cheat sheets for you to step up your REDnote game.Popular Chinese slang or

The Full List: China Visa-Free Entry Countries

China Visa-Free Entry 2024: Countries & Rules ExplainedChina Visa-Free entry is expanding! Since July 2023, China has expanded its list of unilateral visa-free entry countries. Starting November 30th, 2024, the visa-free stay period will increase from 15 to 30 days.

2024 Chengdu New Year Events and Parties

As 2024 is coming to an end, it’s time to celebrate New Year’s Eve in Chengdu! There are dinners, drinks specials, parties and big nights out to help you bring in the New Year. Which one will you choose?🍾️   🍾️

Authentic European Christmas Carnival at LUXETOWN

• If you’re staying in Chengdu this month, LUXETOWN (the only Tuscan inspired town in China), has just the ticket to take you straight back to Europe, and get you feeling festive!• This year, they are partnering with the Consulate

See 2025 More Clearly… with AIDI Eye Hospital

• As many as 3 in 5 people wear contacts, glasses, or require vision correction, but corrective measures are often expensive, and a little frightening.• Thankfully we now have some amazing technology at hand, and together with some of the

2024 Chengdu Christmas Events

If you’re spending Christmas in Chengdu this year then you’re in luck, as there is an abundance of events, parties, restaurant offers and delicious hotel dinners for you to get involved in in the city over the festive season.We will

10 Days Visa-Free Transit in Chengdu

✈️ 240-Hour Visa-Free Transit in ChengduGood news for your friends and family planning a visit, traveling to Chengdu just got easier! With the new 10-day visa-free transit permit, visitors can now explore this vibrant city without a visa and enjoy

10 Days China Visa-Free Transit Policy

China announced on Tuesday a significant relaxation of its visa-free transit policy, extending the permitted stay for eligible foreign travelers from the original 72 and 144 hours to 240 hours, or 10 days.Effective immediately, 21 additional ports have been designated

Send Money Abroad with Wise: CNY Transfers Up to 70% Cheaper!

• Are you heading home for the holidays or planning a Christmas getaway? ✨🎄• Managing your finances just got a whole lot easier with Wise’s newly reduced fees—up to 70% lower!• Whether you’re sending money to family, paying bills abroad,

Top Outlet Shopping Centers in Chengdu

An outlet shopping center is always a good option if you want to treat yourself with some high quality brands at relatively reasonable prices.

China: Physical Work Permit Will Be Replaced on December 1, 2024

• Starting from December 1, 2024, work permits and social security cards for foreigners will be integrated. This means that work permit information for foreign nationals will be included in their social security cards, and physical work permits will no longer

2024 Chengdu Thanksgiving Events

Thanksgiving celebrations are all about cooking and sharing an abundance of food with family and friends. We’re all missing home, so we have put together a list of the places in the city that will serve up Thanksgiving dinners –