lioralourie
American expat in China
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Lives in Beijing
Registration: 06 May 2013
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Shaghai : 29,700 RMB per month (after tax and aptt paid), saving?? by alok1974
I got an offer for 29,700 RMB per month after Tax in Shanghai. My housing will be paid for (around 8500 - 9000 RMB per month). I need to live close middle Longhua Road. I am a single person looking for a moderate lifestyle - maybe a movie per week. ...
There is an Indian store here in Beijing, I'd bet there is one in SH!! Sounds like u are on the right track - best of luck! That's a pretty nice salary!! and...if you're like me, the valuable space inside your 2 bags (or, more likely ... Read More
Got an offer for 11800 Shanghai. can i save 5000rmb n live an Ok life? by abag2769
Guys I don't party much... just want to live in a OK 1 Bdrm Apartment with ok food. Can I survive? Can someone show basic rent / food/ elec/gas cost .. my concern is I have to save 5k atleast
we cook every day and 500 rmb cooking gas lasted us a VERY long time, I think we recharged it twice in the 3 years we lived there, but this was in Beijing. Electricity is higher, much higher, though. Read More
Shaghai : 29,700 RMB per month (after tax and aptt paid), saving?? by alok1974
I got an offer for 29,700 RMB per month after Tax in Shanghai. My housing will be paid for (around 8500 - 9000 RMB per month). I need to live close middle Longhua Road. I am a single person looking for a moderate lifestyle - maybe a movie per week. ...
the big question is will you eat out all the time? You can easily spend 300-400 rmb per day before you know it, just on just your 3 square meals and coffee even if you're trying to be careful, eating out. Starbucks is 33 rmb each. Fresh juice ... Read More
American mom trying to plan meals in China by EmilyDee
Hi! I've lived in China before, but recently came back with my husband and two boys, one two years old and the other two months old. They're getting really sick of instant noodles and rice with egg and tomato! So I'm looking for ...
I am in Beijing. Shops like April Gourmet and Jenny Lou's/ Jenny Wang's and City Shop (here but mostly they are in Shanghai) are expensive but have some comfort food items that makes life here much nicer. We also order food from ... Read More
Any school fexible in hiring teachers with -4year degree ? by Austinscott
HELP PLEASE My name is Austin Scott, I am a 22 year old, native English speaking American. I am very interested in the possibility of teaching english as a second language to students in China. Currently I am taking TEFL courses to help my chances ...
any institution able to get you a valid work visa for teaching will also need to see a diploma. There are no more avenues to "having a friend in the Visa office fix us up". Another option is coming in on a 10 Year Tourist visa and ... Read More
Family of 3 + 2 Dogs Arriving in August by gatorgal1632
Yes, that's right! A family of 3 + 2 dogs are making our way from Cairo, Egypt to Beijing, China. The change of pace will be completely different as well as the culture shock. We are looking for a 2 bedroom apartment in the Chaoyang District. I ...
groups.yahoo.com/group/Beijing_Mamas/ will help. I found your thread by accident when trying to find info about Kandu online!! liora Read More
Family of 3 + 2 Dogs Arriving in August by gatorgal1632
Yes, that's right! A family of 3 + 2 dogs are making our way from Cairo, Egypt to Beijing, China. The change of pace will be completely different as well as the culture shock. We are looking for a 2 bedroom apartment in the Chaoyang District. I ...
Kiki Pet relocation is mentioned highly there is an online blog about relocating your pet. ICVS has good info at their website (international Center for Vet Services) too icvsasia.com I think. Read More
Family of 3 + 2 Dogs Arriving in August by gatorgal1632
Yes, that's right! A family of 3 + 2 dogs are making our way from Cairo, Egypt to Beijing, China. The change of pace will be completely different as well as the culture shock. We are looking for a 2 bedroom apartment in the Chaoyang District. I ...
I have a friend going through the apartment process now. If you need subway, try Piao Home and Landscape (new subway stop under Piao Home apts) Jiangtai Xi Lu at Jiuxianqiao lu. There is a kindy that is good, near to Beanstalk and less ... Read More