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Swap Qingdao’s outdoor breeze for a blast of the air-con at Qingdao’s cinemas, because this August not one but five American blockbuster movies are being screened. Sure, you can always buy them on DVD and save a couple of bucks, but then you’ll be missing out on that great cinematic experience: amazing sound, super large screen, 3D glasses and the smell of popcorn wafting through the air. Deathly Hallows Pt. 2. Photo: wzcomic 1) Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2 (since Aug 4) Calling all... Read More>>
The Badaguan area of Qingdao is unlike any other place in China. Be sure to explore the many unique looking villas (which all date back to when the area was a German protectorate) that are located... Read More>>
There is in fact more to this beautiful city than beer, beaches and mountains (although plenty would disagree), so if you’ve got visitors in town, or you’re just bored of the taste of fresh beer,... Read More>>
In recent years, Qingdao has slowly been developing a live music scene of its own. Though it’s in no danger of surpassing Beijing, Shanghai or even Wuhan, Qingdao has a number of good venues for live music. Here’s the cream of the crop. Read More>>
Though imported foods remain fairly uncommon in Qingdao – and parmesan cheese still costs around 70RMB a block - Qingdao’s Western food supplies are getting better all the time… Read More>>
Vegetarianism isn’t afforded the same importance in Qingdao as in China’s more major cities, but vegetarians can still eat out happily in a number of venues without surviving entirely on tofu; though vegans will find their options limited. Read More>>
Qingdao has a well-documented appeal as a tourist destination and not the least of which due to its shopping scene. There are plenty of bargains to be found in Qingdao’s markets -- for those with the patience to look for them. Read More>>
Wusi Guang Chang，or May the Fourth Square, is a prominent Qingdao landmark in the heart of downtown, perfect for walking and people watching. Read More>>
Qingdao’s art gallery and museum scene can seem elusive to the visiting expat or new arrival. If you’re an art lover based in Qingdao, chances are you’ve missed an exhibition or display simply by not knowing about it in time. All of which is easily remedied. Read More>>
One of Qingdao’s most famous historic sites is the Tsingtao Beer Museum. Mapping out the beer factory’s 100 year presence in the city as well as beer culture in China more generally, this is one museum visitors to Qingdao cannot miss out on. Read More>>
Qingdao has long been hailed as the birthplace of Shandong cuisine, and the city's more... Read More>>
Qingdao's most sought-after souvenirs are its shell crafts, its yellow millet wine and... Read More>>
Located on the Shandong Peninsula, and facing the Yellow Sea, Qingdao is a historic,... Read More>>
Qingdao is a lively, energetic city with plenty going on to suit people of all interests.... Read More>>
