Category: Daily Life
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The Best Health Insurance for Expats in China: Pacific Prime
Living and traveling in China can be an exciting adventure, whether you’re an expat enjoying the vibrant culture or a traveler eager to explore the stunning landscapes and rich history. However, while traveling or living in China, it’s essential to prioritize your safety and health. As an American expat who has lived in China since…
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10 Popular Chinese Songs You Should Listen To
Since I arrived in China 4 years ago, I’ve fallen in love with many Chinese singers and songs. It’s amazing how you can hear a song in another language, understand very little, but still love it all the same. These are some of the most popular Chinese songs I’ve heard in China. Many are songs I’ve…
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6 Viral Video Challenges in China
Over the last 3 years in China I’ve had the chance to learn about Chinese pop culture and see some of the popular trends that go on here. Chinese music and videos are so FUN. People aren’t afraid to get a little ridiculous. They love to wear face filters and cat masks. They do weird…
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10 Photos That Sum Up A Chinese Music Festival
I just went to my first ever Chinese Music Festival in Beijing and had a fantastic time. Between the bands, the beautiful weather, the festival food, and the fun atmosphere, it was a great day! With that said, I realized a Chinese Music Festival is quite different from other festivals around the world – there…
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How I Fell In Love With A Chinese Pop Star
It was a cool September evening in 2015. I had just moved to China and was invited to an event Nan Hua University held for the Mid-Autumn Festival. There was a dance performance by a group of freshman. The lights went down. The music came on. The voice of an angel came through the speakers.…
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15 Times My Chinese Students Made Me LOL
I have lots of Chinese students and friends who are near and dear to my heart and sometimes they do funny things that make me laugh or I don’t understand (I’m sure I confuse them as well). During the last 3 years of living in China there have been some language barrier obstacles, cultural misunderstandings,…