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Top 4 mistakes NOT to make in China

Teaching English in China May 26, 2016 Ben Noon Leave a comment

We recommend doing many things in China. Here’s four that we most certainly don’t! 4 Not learning the language You have the opportunity in China unlike any other. To learn the worlds most spoken language in its home nation. Surrounding yourself in an environment that speaks Chinese creates optimal conditions for learning, speaking and practising your mandarin. As China becomes an increasingly prominent player in global affairs, proficiency in the nations tongue is becoming more and more desirable to international employers and taking the time to learn this fascinating, rich language is something that will pay dividends for years to…

The best things about China that you don’t even know about

Sanya, Teaching English in China May 25, 2016 Ben Noon 2 Comments

Its common knowledge that China has an abundance of cheap, delicious food and friendly locals, here’s a few cool things that you didn’t know. Many clubs are free, some pay you to drink We’ve heard for quite some time that many clubs offer free drinks to foreigners whom sign up on the guest list. What is even crazier is that now some clubs even pay foreigners to frequent their establishment. The reasoning behind this is the same reason that many clubs provide free drinks to foreigners. The theory is that by filling the club with trendy foreigners the club will…

Top 10 things to do in China while you have the chance

Teaching English in China May 25, 2016 Ben Noon 2 Comments

Upon arriving in China you are almost certain to have an incredible amount of things you wanna see, do and experience. In case you haven’t yet planned out what these are yet, here are 10 to get you started. Learn Chinese Ok then no surprises for this first one, and yes almost half of our articles seem to mention and promote learning mandarin at some point. But you are in the perfect environment and can gain so much from learning it. No excuses, get practising! Eat delicious food China has no shortage of diverse cuisine. From the delicious, well known…

7 things you will miss about China upon your return home

Teaching English in China May 25, 2016 Ben Noon 1 Comment

Reverse culture shock is real. Here’s seven ways in which we think you will feel it upon your return home. Cheap food China has no shortage of delicious, affordable food and with filling meals starting from less than 10RMB its an incredible opportunity to eat out whenever you like, as often as you like. From street stalls to nice restaurants, the food provides an insight into the culture and an amazing gastronomic experience. Returning home to your native cuisine although undoubtedly amazing for a short period of time surely cant compete to the choices and price available in China. Social…