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Craft Beer Bars in Chengdu

15 years ago, the only Chinese beers anyone was used to cracking open were weak, mass-produced lagers like Tsingtao, Snow or Harbin… Whilst these pair okay with local grub, in the last 5 years, breweries in Sichuan have begun to

The Starwish Gala Fundraiser

March 29: The Starwish Gala Fundraiser ⭐ Highlights of the Night ⭐Live Bands – Immerse yourself in soulful melodiesExquisite Italian Dining – A gourmet experience to savorDance Under the Stars – A magical ambiance awaitsThrilling Raffles – Win exclusive prizesSpecial

Outdoor Activities for Families in Chengdu

Are you looking for some weekend activities in the Chengdu area that are suitable for children? Check out our list of Chengdu’s most popular attractions and theme parks suitable for the whole family.Happy Valley Chengdu 成都欢乐谷 Located in Chengdu’s Jinniu

Are these 5 Local Chengdu Restaurants Overrated?

Chengdu is a UNSECO World City of Gastronomy, and famous globally for its cuisine. It has tens of thousands of restaurants, and amazing food around every corner – but sometimes the choice can be overwhelming. Are expats and visitors able

The Best of Chengdu – 2024 Chengdu-Expat Awards Winners

The winners are in! A huge thank you to everyone who voted in this year’s Chengdu-Expat Awards. After 3 weeks of nominations, voting and the judging – we can finally reveal who you chose to celebrate this year in the city! Just like

Vote Now! 2024 Chengdu-Expat Awards

Hospitality is never easy, and the Chengdu-Expat awards are back for the 9th time to recognize the people and places in Chengdu, that keep us fed, watered, and happy – giving thanks to the places that make this city such

Cheap Chengdu: Free or Thrifty Things to Do

If you know where to look, you get get by in Chengdu for a lot less than you’d think.

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

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

[Updated end of November, 2024]• Since July 2023, China has continuously expanded its list of unilateral visa-free entry countries.• From November 30th 2024, China announced to extend the visa-free stay period from the current 15 days to 30 days.• Those who do

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

Places to Ski in and around Chengdu

Places to Ski in and around ChengduIf you’re looking to ski or snowboard this winter season, Sichuan has some okay places to hit the slopes. Taiziling might even be called decent by some!The facilities and equipment may not rival European

Hot Springs in and around Chengdu

If you’re finding the grey, icy, winter months in Chengdu tough to bear, do like the locals and head for the rejuvenating hot thermal waters that run deep beneath the province. The facilities in Chengdu and the surrounding regions range

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,

How to Find what you’re Looking for in Chengdu

Having difficulties trying to find what you are looking for in Chengdu?Having difficulties trying to find what you are looking for in Chengdu? Over the last few years, we’ve been working hard on our portfolio of products (website, Mini-Program, WeChat

Must-Visit Museums in Chengdu

Must-Visit Museums in ChengduMuseums and cultural institutions beckon people to explore new cultures and topics through their carefully curated collections and transcending exhibitions. For those quick to dismiss the museum experience as boring, it’s time to think again. Galleries worldwide,

Clinics, Hospitals and Healthcare in Chengdu

Clinics, Hospitals and Healthcare for other diseasesClinicsGlobal Doctor Chengdu Clinic  环球医生成都国际医疗中心Global Doctor is a well-known brand in international medical service. Founded in 1999, Global Doctor is the medical supplier that brought the “General Practitioner” concept to China which has branches

Hair Salons and Barbershops in Chengdu

 Finding a worthy hairdresser or barber to entrust your locks into can be complicated even without a language and a culture barrier  We often resort to screenshots of the style we want or shots from a few angles of our last good

Where to Happy Hour in Chengdu

Chengdu brings about a fantastic array of bars with themes ranging from French Winehouses to german beer houses to award winning cocktail bars and everything in-between.

Outdoor Swimming Pools in & around Chengdu

The weather in Chengdu is still fiery hot, and whilst ducking into 7/eleven and opening the fridge doors feels real good, there are other options…Luckily, there’s no shortage of outdoor pools around town​, but most of which are tucked away