Becky Hu
@|x_bec_x
English expat in China
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49
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13
About me
English
Lives in Dalian
Speaks English
Registration: 27 January 2012
Maternity in Dalian by |x_bec_x
Hi all, Does anyone know of any maternity medical services available to foreign people in Dalian? I need a doctor who can speak English (and is kinder then your usual Chinese doctor) and a clinic or hospital where the conditions are better. Any ...
Hi Dalianxpatman, Thanks for your post but I've checked both and the one that had good standards does not do maternity. I will go with lyg7703's suggestion... the maternity unit is beautful. Thanks again! Kind regards, Rebecca Hu Read More
Maternity in Dalian by |x_bec_x
Hi all, Does anyone know of any maternity medical services available to foreign people in Dalian? I need a doctor who can speak English (and is kinder then your usual Chinese doctor) and a clinic or hospital where the conditions are better. Any ...
Hi, Thank you for your replies. @Traveltotibet, Of course I have friends here but none have had babies and maternity units are quite specialist. My husband is Chinese and I do speak good Chinese however the medical terms are quite hard to ... Read More
Maternity in Dalian
Hi all, Does anyone know of any maternity medical services available to foreign people in Dalian? I need a doctor who can speak English (and is kinder then your usual Chinese doctor) and a clinic or hospital where the conditions are better. Any ... Read More
Moving to Dalian this summer, looking for E-Cigs by bjnewton2
First, thank you already for the information you have posted about living in Dalian. I am a recovering smoker and am looking for electronic cigarette products (devices, e-juice). Do you know of any places in town that sell such items? 100% of ...
Hi Ben, I actually went to Thailand on holiday and bought a lot of the Juices back with me. I bought the equipment and Juices in Thailand. The previous posters are right, maybe in the big supermarkets, I'll have a look next time I am shopping and ... Read More
Moving to Dalian this summer, looking for E-Cigs by bjnewton2
First, thank you already for the information you have posted about living in Dalian. I am a recovering smoker and am looking for electronic cigarette products (devices, e-juice). Do you know of any places in town that sell such items? 100% of ...
Hi Ben, I have actually looked for these kinds of products in Dalian but unfortunately I was unable to find any. I went to Thailand to buy mine :lol: I'm actually running out so if anyone can find any, I, like Ben would much appreciate ... Read More
Make some friends!
Hi Everyone, My name is Becky, I'm from the UK and I have been in Dalian for just over 2 years. Would anyone like to meeting up for a drink or dinner in the evening some time soon? Me and my husband would like to make some new friends (He is a ... Read More
Want to make some friends! by kate.ramsden
Hello everyone, I'm Kate from England and I arrive in Dalian on the 26th and I will be teaching in a kindergarten. I would love to hear from some new people, make some new friends, listen to any advice you have and learn about your experiences of ...
Hi, I am from England too..... London to be exact. Hope you guys are having a great stay in Dalian! Best Regards, Becky Read More
Moving to Dalian.
Hi Amie, Where abouts are you from? I am currently living in Dalian. where in China have you previously lived? Becky Read More
New comer to Dalian looking to make friends and practice languages by linguini
Hello all! My name is Steve and I will be working at a University in Dalian next month. As it is my first time in China and I would like to make some friends. I am an English professor and a striving polyglot. Currently I speak of course English ...
Hi Steve, Welcome to Dalian! My name is Becky and i am from London, UK. I have been in Dalian for just over one year and i work at HP in Dalian Software Park. Have you had a good stay in Dalian so far? Becky Read More
Wedding services help by |x_bec_x
Hi, Does anyone know of a good make-up artist and hair dresser who can do weddings? They don't have to be able to speak english but would be a plus. Thanks, Becky
Hi Jessica, I am interested in visiting. I don't speak Chinese but my husband will come and help me with translation. Becky Read More
Wedding services help by |x_bec_x
Hi, Does anyone know of a good make-up artist and hair dresser who can do weddings? They don't have to be able to speak english but would be a plus. Thanks, Becky
Hi Jessica, Thank you for your reply! Yes, i'm still in need of someone who can do wedding hair and make-up. I'm not getting married until the beginning of June 2013 but i know that people get really booked up in the summer. Becky Read More
Moving to Dalian in December by Bally_Singh
Hi All I will be moving to Dalian from India on the 1st December, will be located in the south of the city in Software park as il be there for work purposes. Would be great to meet up with other expats.. il give my details once i have arrived ...
Hahaha Bally boy, looks like no one wats to meet up with you! :lol::lol::lol: I got your text but i refuse to text back as it costs a BOMB for me to text outside China! I'll contact you here until you get here...... Ps. We got three discounted ... Read More
Bikes in Dalian, China
Not too sure about the country but in the city there are none.... When i went to Beijing, every road had a right of way for bikes and an enclosed lane just for cyclists.... unfortunately, the same cannot be said for Dalian. Becky Read More
Bikes in Dalian, China
Hey, I know that bikes out here are pretty reasonably priced, more or less what you'd pay back home. Traffic can be terrible, especially during rush hour but taxi's are usually the best and quickest way to get around. Just a tip: don't cycle! :) ... Read More
Wedding services help
Hi, Does anyone know of a good make-up artist and hair dresser who can do weddings? They don't have to be able to speak english but would be a plus. Thanks, Becky Read More
Christmas! by |x_bec_x
Hi, Anyone know where or if anywhere does christmas dinner over the christmas holiday. I am prepared to give up many things to be in China but Christmas dinner isn't one of them! Hopefully Santa will find me here :P Becky
Hey Bally, Nah it's not hard to find but I don't have an oven :o We will make plans with others and work something out I'm sure, Becky Read More
Christmas! by |x_bec_x
Hi, Anyone know where or if anywhere does christmas dinner over the christmas holiday. I am prepared to give up many things to be in China but Christmas dinner isn't one of them! Hopefully Santa will find me here :P Becky
Hi Jon, definitely sound like a plan!! I'm like a big kid at Christmas :P Becky Read More
Food!!
Hi Jon, This is what i've found - Metro is Rubbish :o I went there and found nothing! Walmart is very good and where i do most of my shopping.They sell all meat and it's packaged, not left out for anyone to touch. They also sell all spices, ... Read More
Christmas! by |x_bec_x
Hi, Anyone know where or if anywhere does christmas dinner over the christmas holiday. I am prepared to give up many things to be in China but Christmas dinner isn't one of them! Hopefully Santa will find me here :P Becky
Hi Jon, I'm trying to convince my boyfriend to but me one of those little ovens just for occasions like this. China is not big on the christmas holiday but they most stuff here for a christmas dinner :) I couldn't imagine not celebrating. ... Read More
The Sporting Life
I'm an experienced skier, it would be amazing if they had that here but i haven't found anywhere. The only outdoor activity i've seen is people on bikes.... i have started looking for water sports though :D Please let me know if you find anything! Read More
Trouble adjusting to how foreign Dalian seems... by PipForever
Hi all, I came to China about a year ago, and spent my first year in Guiyang. Just last week, I moved here to Dalian. Its funny, I never really had much trouble adjusting to Guiyang, but here in Dalian I am having a much harder time. My Chinese is ...
Hi Pip, Sorry to hear your having a hard time settling in. I moved to Dalian 6 months ago and also had quite a hard time settling in. if i'm honest with you, the bars you describe are quite different from those in Dalian from what i have ... Read More
Christmas! by |x_bec_x
Hi, Anyone know where or if anywhere does christmas dinner over the christmas holiday. I am prepared to give up many things to be in China but Christmas dinner isn't one of them! Hopefully Santa will find me here :P Becky
Hahaha, i would cook it myself but i don't have an oven :/ Read More
Christmas!
Hi, Anyone know where or if anywhere does christmas dinner over the christmas holiday. I am prepared to give up many things to be in China but Christmas dinner isn't one of them! Hopefully Santa will find me here :P Becky Read More
Dalian for the Winter
Hey Cdickie, Word of advise..... bring your thermals!! Winter here is utterly freezing, especially to us foreigners! Becky Read More
Fashion Festival!
Hi All, Does anyone know where i can get tickets for a catwalk show at the fashion festival held in Dalian this month? Many Thanks, Becky Read More
moving to Dailian
Hey Az, Yea honestly there's not a lot of expats in Dalian, especially as the weather will now start to get colder. If you need any help or have any questions feel free to message me. Regards, Becky Read More
Dalian's first beach party!! by |x_bec_x
Hi all, My boyfriend and I have received a flyer for Dalian's first ever beach party - looks great! Could be a great way for people to network. Thought I'd just share it on here as I would assume a lot of people will be interested. Let me know if ...
Your welcome Neha, My boyfriend is Chinese but works for a foreign company with 100s of other foreigners so he hears of all the decent events going on in Dalian. Any that I hear of, I'll put on here. Take care Becky Read More
Dalian's first beach party!! by |x_bec_x
Hi all, My boyfriend and I have received a flyer for Dalian's first ever beach party - looks great! Could be a great way for people to network. Thought I'd just share it on here as I would assume a lot of people will be interested. Let me know if ...
Hey guys, The beach party was unfortunately when i posted my first message back in June. I'm not sure when or if another will be thrown this summer but i think they should have a party at the end of the summer. If they have another, i will let you ... Read More
Dalian's first beach party!! by |x_bec_x
Hi all, My boyfriend and I have received a flyer for Dalian's first ever beach party - looks great! Could be a great way for people to network. Thought I'd just share it on here as I would assume a lot of people will be interested. Let me know if ...
Hey cdickie, I did have an awful time but I'm all settled in now and love it :) Becky Read More
Dalian's first beach party!!
Hi all, My boyfriend and I have received a flyer for Dalian's first ever beach party - looks great! Could be a great way for people to network. Thought I'd just share it on here as I would assume a lot of people will be interested. Let me know if ... Read More
Getting over the Western God-Complex: Connecting with expats in Dalian by pjd425
Hi, As many of you may feel when you're here, as I have, you get a lot of attention as a foreigner in China. When I buy a coat at DaShang, I immediately get swept away by the manager to get a VIP card. The trade-off for feeling like a celebrity ...
Hi Joe, I know exactly how you feel. I'm english and no matter where i go i'm stared at by nationals :) I don't really mind it though! As the post above says, Brooklyn Bar is a great place to meet english speaking people....this is where i met ... Read More
Moved here recently, feeling bored by ChicagoSchool
Hi guys, I moved to Dalian from Chicago almost three months ago, and I still don't know anybody! I'm 24, Chinese-American, grew up in New Jersey, now working in the private equity investment business. If anybody here is feeling bored, and lives ...
Hey Guys, I've been here 3 months and still don't know anyone.... Infuriating isn't the word :) its very difficult I find! Read More
Flights out of Dalian....
Hi all, Anyone know any cheaper websites for flights out of Dalian to London? I'm expecting it to be quite expensive as i'm flying back for 7 weeks around the time of the London olympics. I need a round trip. I've checked certain places but the ... Read More
Hello, I'd like to be friends with u^^
Hi Sun Flower! I'm Becky. I'm 23 years old and from London, England. I've lived in Dalian for 2 months but plan to stay here indefinately with my boyfriend (who's originally from Dalian). I must say, you city is beautiful!! Read More
Been here 2 months and in need of some decent bars!
Brilliant...thanks! Definately sounds like my type of bar :lol: Read More
moving to dalian by dzr9212
Hello everyone. My name is Jon. My wife Erin and I and our two children will soon be on our way to living in Dalian for the next 2-4 yrs. however our problem is that we're not sure where to begin. neither one of us speaks Mandarin and we're in the ...
Hi Jon, I would definately agree with Yiftah about bringing some medicine. When i moved here i didn't feel well for a while due to time difference/different foods etc and i couldn't find any kind of medicine that i could buy back home. As for ... Read More
Moving to Dalian in March by Belkenia
Hi, Any expats in Dalian? Please, I'm going to need some friends and advice, lol. I am new on this forum and have never been to China. =\ but I'm as excited as can be. I can't wait to start my new journey. =) I am currently in Miami, FL but moved ...
Hey Belkenia! I've just read your post about feeling homesick and depressed.... I can honestly tell you i know exactly how you felt! I'm from London England and it quite a culture shock from somewhere like America huh? I go to America every year as ... Read More
Been here 2 months and in need of some decent bars!
Hi all, Where are the decent bars in Dalian and the names of them? I've only really been to the karaoke and wanted some different places where i can have a decent night out :):) Thanks! Read More
moving to dalian by dzr9212
Hello everyone. My name is Jon. My wife Erin and I and our two children will soon be on our way to living in Dalian for the next 2-4 yrs. however our problem is that we're not sure where to begin. neither one of us speaks Mandarin and we're in the ...
Hi Jon, i'm Becky! I noticed that no one has actually replied and i can't really advise on anything except where you say that you and your wife do not speak mandarin. I'm from London, England and i moved here nearly 2 months ago. If i'm honest, ... Read More
Hey Everyone! by |x_bec_x
Hello Everyone! I moved to Dalian just over a week ago and although i'm extremely excited to be here i'm still feeling very homesick (originally from London, England). I moved here to be with my boyfriend of 3 years who is originally from here. I ...
Thanks very much Emilyvg, the metro here is great. I've been eating a lot of different things to try and find some foods that I enjoy eating, half was horrible :) but I found bits and pieces that I like and I've sorted my gas out now so that I can ... Read More
Hey Everyone! by |x_bec_x
Hello Everyone! I moved to Dalian just over a week ago and although i'm extremely excited to be here i'm still feeling very homesick (originally from London, England). I moved here to be with my boyfriend of 3 years who is originally from here. I ...
Hmmm, thanks to the advice but I wouldn't leave Dalian (or my boyfriend) just because I didn't enjoy the food :):) it's just a case of trial and error with many of your foods..... England is great, I agree, but I find dalian to be more relaxed and I ... Read More
Hey Everyone! by |x_bec_x
Hello Everyone! I moved to Dalian just over a week ago and although i'm extremely excited to be here i'm still feeling very homesick (originally from London, England). I moved here to be with my boyfriend of 3 years who is originally from here. I ...
Lol, many thanks! Anything...steak/burgers...i thought i'd really enjoy the food here but it seems not to be to my tasting, which is a shame! Read More
Hey Everyone!
Hello Everyone! I moved to Dalian just over a week ago and although i'm extremely excited to be here i'm still feeling very homesick (originally from London, England). I moved here to be with my boyfriend of 3 years who is originally from here. I ... Read More