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Getting Out Of Dodge: Shenzhen’s Transport Links
Getting Out Of Dodge: Shenzhen’s Transport Links
May 14, 2012 Comments (0)

Shenzhen is ideally placed as a base from which to travel to other parts of China. So rather than hopping on the next plane to Thailand or the Philippines for your holidays, why not consider venturing into the Chinese hinterland? Read More>>

Beach Escape: Visiting Hong Kong’s Big Wave Bay from Shenzhen
Beach Escape: Visiting Hong Kong’s Big Wave Bay from Shenzhen
Apr 28, 2012 Comments (3)

Shenzhen may be an economic miracle, but its natural beauty leaves a lot to be desired. However, just across the Shenzhen river, hidden away on the outskirts of Hong Kong’s outlying territories is one of the best beaches in the world, Big Wave Bay. Read More>>

Festival Croisements 2012: Bringing the Best of French Culture to Shenzhen
Festival Croisements 2012: Bringing the Best of French Culture to Shenzhen
Apr 18, 2012 Comments (0)

The annual Festival Croisements (a.k.a. French Cultural Spring) is in full swing in major cities across China, bringing a huge selection of top class music, dance, art and film from the French speaking world to the Chinese Mainland. Here’s our pick of the top 5 events coming to Shenzhen. Read More>>

Musical Marvels: Introducing 5 of Shenzhen’s Top House Bands
Musical Marvels: Introducing 5 of Shenzhen’s Top House Bands
Apr 04, 2012 Comments (0)

It is a well-known fact that Shenzhen rarely gets the cream of the crop when it comes to international bands. Hope is not lost however, as there are a slew of local bands who play week-in, week-out. Here are a few which stand out. Read More>>

Four Footed Friends: Where to Buy Pets in Shenzhen
Four Footed Friends: Where to Buy Pets in Shenzhen
Mar 21, 2012 Comments (0)

One doesn’t go to the pet shop for a pooch in China. If you live in Shenzhen and have been considering getting a pet, here are the top three spots to do so, along with vet and administrative info. Read More>>

In the Name of Fun: St. Patrick’s Day in Shenzhen
In the Name of Fun: St. Patrick’s Day in Shenzhen
Mar 07, 2012 Comments (0)

Outside of Hong Kong or Shanghai, Shenzhen might just be the best place to celebrate this annual nationality change in the whole country. So, in the interests of cultural exchange, where are the best places to go green this March 17th? Read More>>

Fitness in Shenzhen: From Flab to Fab
Fitness in Shenzhen: From Flab to Fab
Feb 20, 2012 Comments (2)

Now that both new years eve celebrations are officially over, it’s time to shed some pounds from your paunch and get motivated to join some of the excellent fitness clubs in Shenzhen. Read More>>

Secret Shenzhen: Nantou Ancient City
Secret Shenzhen: Nantou Ancient City
Feb 06, 2012 Comments (0)

Close to the now defunct border crossing between Bao’an and Nanshan Districts lies a part of Shenzhen that, for the most part, is unknown even to the city’s residents. Amongst Shenzhen’s glitzy high rise buildings and shimmering skyscrapers lies a true historical gem. Read More>>

Seven-ten Split: The Best Bowling Alleys in Shenzhen
Seven-ten Split: The Best Bowling Alleys in Shenzhen
Jan 23, 2012 Comments (0)

There are some national pastimes that are so particular to their country of origin that no one born outside of its borders ever thought about playing it. But sometimes, this isn’t the case. Take bowling in Shenzhen for example… Read More>>

Home Improvements: Furniture Stores in Shenzhen
Home Improvements: Furniture Stores in Shenzhen
Jan 09, 2012 Comments (1)

Maybe you just rented an unfurnished apartment, or maybe your tastes aren’t the same as your elderly landlord’s when it comes to the furniture. Thankfully Shenzhen has a large array of furniture stores that are host to a range of different styles to suit your budget and preferences. Read More>>

What Do You Do? “Strange” Jobs in China

What Do You Do? “Strange” Jobs in China

What happens when a population of 1.3 billion people collides with the need to perpetually fuel a success-driven economy? Coming to China, one is quickly aware of the redundant or peculiar nature of employment. Here are five strange jobs common in the Middle Kingdom. More>>