Opportunity China

Published on:
June 16, 2021

by: Elyssa

Finding a place to live in China

On arrival When I accepted my teaching role in China, it didn’t escape my notice that I was moving to a new country on the other side of the world with absolutely no idea where I was going to live! I had never found an apartment at home in the UK, how was I supposed […]

Published on:
December 5, 2019

by: Guest

Teacher Guest Post: Huashan, Beautiful, Chaotic Nature

A Trip to Huashan Mountain Our hands graze against “Love locks,” which have been permanently fastened to railings that flank the immediate route ahead as we ascend the sloping concrete steps of Huashan Mountain. (A sign at the foot of the mountain describes it as “the world’s no 1 precipitous mountain.”) Entwined with streams […]

Published on:
February 6, 2016

by: Stephanie

2016: year of the Monkey

Those born during such years are characterised as quick-witted, curious, innovative and mischievous – however it is also believed to be one of the unluckiest years in the Chinese calendar! The general image of people in this zodiac sign is of always being smart, clever and intelligent, especially in their career and wealth – but [...]

Published on:
February 4, 2016

by: Tom

4 days until the year of the Monkey!

Chinese New Year will be on 8 February 2016 and this year it’s the Year of the Monkey, year 4714 on the Chinese Calendar. It’s the main festival and biggest celebration of the year, and a time for families to enjoy eating and celebrating with their loved ones. The lead up period, before people travel [...]