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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>>

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>>

Subtropical Santa: Where to Go For Christmas Dinner in Shenzhen
Subtropical Santa: Where to Go For Christmas Dinner in Shenzhen
Dec 12, 2011 Comments (2)

There are many places, both high and low, where you can go to enjoy Christmas lunch or dinner in Shenzhen. Here are some of the best places to get your fill of Christmas cheer (and food). Read More>>

The Gift-Givers Guide to Shenzhen’s Seasonal Shopping
The Gift-Givers Guide to Shenzhen’s Seasonal Shopping
Dec 05, 2011 Comments (0)

While Shenzhen’s reputation for fakes and frauds is well-founded, places like Luohu Commercial City aren’t representative of the city as a whole. Shenzhen has plenty of places to go shop for things, and with the Christmas holidays rapidly approaching, you couldn’t ask for a city with more gift-shopping options. Read More>>

Boozin’ and Buffetin’: Halloween Happenings in Shenzhen
Boozin’ and Buffetin’: Halloween Happenings in Shenzhen
Oct 21, 2011 Comments (0)

Hope you’ve recovered from last year’s Halloween festivities, because it is nearly that time again. For this year’s Halloween events in Shenzhen, you can literally “pick your poison”—there are a ton of Halloween-themed drinking and dining options to choose from. Check out our Shenzhen Halloween 2011 guide for info on all of the best activities. Read More>>

Spending the National Day Holiday in Shenzhen
Spending the National Day Holiday in Shenzhen
Sep 26, 2011 Comments (0)

Bummed about staying in Shenzhen for the National Day holiday? Don’t be! There are still plenty of entertaining events happening around the city, all readily available without any of the hassles common to travellers during this chaotic holiday. Check out our roundup of what’s going on in Shenzhen during the Golden Week! Read More>>

Cool Down This Summer! Shenzhen’s Best Beach Getaways
Cool Down This Summer! Shenzhen’s Best Beach Getaways
Aug 15, 2011 Comments (0)

If you need a summer break from Shenzhen’s urban sprawl the answer might be closer than you think. Check out our guide to Shenzhen’s hottest beaches. Read More>>

Classical Culture: August Stage Events in Shenzhen
Classical Culture: August Stage Events in Shenzhen
Aug 01, 2011 Comments (0)

August might not be the most pleasant month of the year in Shenzhen; however, this August you’ll be spoiled for choice when it comes to classical music and stage performances. Read More>>

Beat the Heat: Great Salads and Sandwiches in Shenzhen
Beat the Heat: Great Salads and Sandwiches in Shenzhen
Jul 18, 2011 Comments (3)

For many, the thought of the unassuming sandwich or the subdued salad might not immediately inspire pangs of hunger. However, with the onset of the blisteringly hot weather in Shenzhen, salads and sandwiches are a fantastic dining option that won’t bloat. Read More>>

May Day Mania at Shenzhen’s Amusement Parks
May Day Mania at Shenzhen’s Amusement Parks
Apr 28, 2011 Comments (0)

Wondering what to do for May Day weekend 2011? Look no further! Attractions across Shenzhen have put together a schmorgusboard of May Day events with everything from dancing minority princesses to catapulting sea creatures. 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>>