The Expat Guide to Eating Out in Shanghai (Part II)
Since China opened its borders to tourism within the last 50 years, it is still a mystery to many travelers. But for those who travel to the
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Cait
Nov 30, 20177 min read
Expat Guide—A Comprehensive Checklist for Moving to China
If you are a planner, a list maker, a worrier, or just want a smooth transition abroad, this comprehensive guide (complete with checklist) s
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Cait
Nov 20, 20175 min read
7 Very China Moments in the Avatar Mountains
Traveling through China is very different from traveling anywhere else in the world. This should come as no surprise since China only...
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Cait
Oct 30, 20173 min read
Journal Entry: Adapting to Expat Life in China
The other night, I was out to dinner with a friend in a semi-familiar part of the city. We parted ways at the metro and I proceeded to...
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Cait
Oct 2, 20175 min read
What to Expect While Living in China: Perks and Quirks
If you have visited Asia, you can collaborate...it's just a little different than western culture. Sometimes this deters people from vis
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Cait
Sep 18, 20176 min read
Expat Life in Shanghai: The Cost of Living and How You Can Budget
Here’s a little personal detail about me—I love budgeting. For all of my wanderlust and carpe diem-ness™, I love the peace that comes from p
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Cait
Aug 25, 20178 min read
How to Adjust to Culture Shock While Living Abroad
Twice a year in the United States, in the middle of the night, clocks across the nation change by one hour. And you all know what...
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Cait
Aug 18, 20173 min read
Tailor-Made Creations at the Shanghai Fabric Market
There were a lot of things I was excited about when we decided to move to China----learning about a new culture, stretching our comfort...
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Cait
Aug 11, 20175 min read
A Day in the Life of a Disney English Foreign Teacher
Y'all, I have finally started teaching my own classes with Disney English in Shanghai. Read on to learn about a day in the life of a For
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Cait
Jul 28, 20174 min read
The Expat Guide to Eating Out in Shanghai (Part I)
One of city-life's greatest benefits is your proximity to a plethora of delicious food. And living in a foreign city opens up an even...
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Cait B.
Jun 30, 20174 min read
Our First Week as Expats in Shanghai
Culture Shock in Beijing It's amazing the number of emotions you experience when you move to a new country. For the most part, I think I...
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Cait B.
Jun 12, 20172 min read
Our Expat Journey Begins
Y’all, it’s been a whirlwind few weeks leading up to our China departure! Andrew and I crashed with friends and family for the better...
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Cait B.
May 5, 20174 min read
Take a Leap of Faith--Say "Yes" to Life
As we walk off the plane at Orlando International Airport, I turn on my phone to a message from our property manager—“I feel bad my phone...
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