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Hit the Runway: Affordable Fashion in Hangzhou
Hit the Runway: Affordable Fashion in Hangzhou
Sep 05, 2011 Comments (0)

As Hangzhou grows into a truly international metropolis, more and more foreign labels are setting up shop with clothes for all sizes. So next time you go out, you have no excuse to look like a slob. Read More>>

Exercising Outside the Box: Keeping Fit in Hangzhou
Exercising Outside the Box: Keeping Fit in Hangzhou
Jul 04, 2011 Comments (1)

Work. Gym. Seven. Maya. Work. Gym. Vineyard. Reggae. Work. Gym. Coco. Does this just about sum up your week here in Hangzhou? If the answer is a depressing “Yes,” then fret not: here are 3 alternative ways of working out in Hangzhou. Read More>>

Five Outdoor Activities You Can Do in Hangzhou
Five Outdoor Activities You Can Do in Hangzhou
Jun 13, 2011 Comments (0)

While the winter chill is at bay, Hangzhou is a wonderful place to spend time out in the outdoors. There are numerous outdoor activities to do in this beautiful city, and here are just five suggestions on how to spend some quality time outdoors. Read More>>

Welcome to Zheda: A Guided Tour for Yuquan Students
Welcome to Zheda: A Guided Tour for Yuquan Students
Mar 01, 2011 Comments (0)

So you’ve just arrived in beautiful Hangzhou for your term studying abroad at Zhejiang University. You’re tired and a bit overwhelmed by everything around the Yuquan campus and don’t know where to get toilet paper. Come along for a “walking tour” of the area you will now call home. Read More>>

Where to Find English Language Books in Hangzhou
Where to Find English Language Books in Hangzhou
Jan 25, 2011 Comments (2)

Hangzhou is a city famous for its breathtaking scenery and tourism but not necessarily known for its abundance of English language books so here are the few places in Hangzhou where you can buy and read a worthy English book or two. Read More>>

Hunting Spices: International Grocery Shopping in Hangzhou
Hunting Spices: International Grocery Shopping in Hangzhou
Dec 17, 2010 Comments (0)

We all love Chinese food, but occasionally it’s nice to cook something up from back home in Western style – but for that you’ll have to avoid cheap substitutes and splurge on good imported ingredients. Here’s where to get them… Read More>>

Finding an Apartment in Hangzhou
Finding an Apartment in Hangzhou
Mar 23, 2010 Comments (3)

Finding the ideal apartment can be difficult anywhere, but seeking out a perfect neighbourhood in Hangzhou is more than just tricky. Read on and get a few pointers in the right direction and discover the city’s essential estates. Read More>>

The Relationship Minefield: 4 Challenges for Multicultural Couples

The Relationship Minefield: 4 Challenges for Multicultural Couples

Jumping into a relationship with someone from a different culture can be a bit like stepping onto a minefield. Challenges abound, and no matter how much a couple loves each other, sometimes the difficulties get the best of us. Here we look at four of the biggest challenges of multicultural couples in China. More>>