Moving to Shenzhen is exciting. However, when you do not speak Chinese, it can be frightening. The good news? You do not need to be fluent. You just need a few useful Chinese phrases for expats to get by. This guide gives you the most essential Survival Chinese phrases for expats. These are phrases in … Read more
Shenzhen, located in Guangdong Province, is at the heart of authentic Cantonese cuisine, which is served with a unique local twist. But the city’s food scene goes far beyond dim sum and roast goose. Its transformation from a fishing village to a global megacity brought flavors from across China: Sichuan spice, Hunan heat, and Dongbei … Read more
Shenzhen is perfectly positioned for quick, exciting, and unforgettable getaways. Surrounded by vibrant cities, lush mountains, and scenic coastlines, it offers endless options for a refreshing escape from the city’s fast-paced rhythm. Yet, many residents rarely venture beyond their usual weekend spots. The best day trips from Shenzhen require a charged phone, decent shoes, and … Read more
If you’ve just landed in Shenzhen and are figuring out daily transportation, using Didi as a Foreigner is the simplest way to move like a local without getting lost in translation. The city is big, fast, and wonderfully connected, and ride-hailing fills the gaps between metro lines and late-night transfers. Considering its importance, we are … Read more
Cathay Pacific Airways confirmed that flight CX831 from New York to Hong Kong was diverted on Wednesday due to a geomagnetic storm, a space weather event that can disrupt GPS navigation and signals. The flight made a “technical stop” in Osaka, Japan, en route to Hong Kong to ensure the safety of the passengers and … Read more
The Wanqingsha branch of the Nansha-Zhongshan Expressway will officially open next month, enhancing connectivity between Guangzhou’s Nansha District and the Shenzhong (Shenzhen-Zhongshan) Link, as announced by Nansha District officials. This new branch will enable vehicles to travel from Nansha Port to Shenzhen Bao’an International Airport in under 20 minutes via the Shenzhong Link, and reach … Read more
Shenzhen experienced a remarkable surge in tourism during this year’s Mid-Autumn Festival holiday, with an influx of 3.32 million tourists, resulting in a total of 1.812 billion yuan (US$256 million) in tourism revenue. This marked a 6.5% increase in tourist numbers compared to the same period in 2023. The city’s 23 major scenic spots attracted … Read more
The new Shenzhen-Meizhou high-speed train, G8496, officially began operations yesterday, departing from Shenzhen North Railway Station at 11:30 a.m. The train reached Meizhou West Railway Station in just 1 hour and 46 minutes, a significant time savings of over an hour compared to previous routes. Passengers on the inaugural journey were excited about the improved … Read more
The Meizhou-Longchuan section of the Longyan-Longchuan High-speed Railway is set to open on Saturday, reducing travel time between Shenzhen and Meizhou in northeastern Guangdong Province to just 1.5 hours, according to Shenzhen North Station. This 94-kilometer section is part of the larger 290-kilometer Longyan-Longchuan High-speed Railway, linking Longyan in Fujian Province with Heyuan in Guangdong. … Read more
Over 700 years ago, Italian explorer Marco Polo embarked on a journey through China, chronicling his experiences and introducing the marvels of ancient China to Europe in his famed book. Today, a new wave of explorers—international YouTubers and vloggers—are following in his footsteps, using online videos to share their discoveries of modern China with the … Read more