dgirl72712
American looking for information about China
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Registration: 01 April 2011
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Public transportation in Shenzhen by Armand
Hi all, What do you think about the means of transportation in Shenzhen ? Is the network of means of transportation well developed? What modes of transport are available? Do you use them? How much is a fare? Are they relatively ...
The subway is safe and clean - often crowded - and super cheap. They run frequently but not after 11 p.m. You can get the schedule on their website - google MTR Shenzhen. Another plus, everything is posted in both Chinese and English. Buses are ... Read More
Gratuity / Tipping by TJ 1971
What is the appropriate practice regarding gratuity / tipping in China? If gratuity / tipping is appropriate and/or expected what are tipping rates? Waiter Bartender Taxi Bell Hop Guide Hairstylists Etc.
David, Since customer service is so bad here in SZ I have to disagree. In a perfect world, service related workers would make a better living and be happier in their jobs. Realistically they are paid poorly, have no pride in their work and give ... Read More
Gratuity / Tipping by TJ 1971
What is the appropriate practice regarding gratuity / tipping in China? If gratuity / tipping is appropriate and/or expected what are tipping rates? Waiter Bartender Taxi Bell Hop Guide Hairstylists Etc.
When we first came to SZ we were told not to tip but it just seemed wrong especially knowing how little some people are being paid. So we tip when we feel it is warranted and have never been turned down. We tip the delivery folks a few rmb and if ... Read More
Zumba in Shenzhen? by dgirl72712
I am looking for a Zumba class in Shenzhen. Closest I have found is in HK but I heard there was one in Shekou. Anyone?
Thanks Skob I tried there already. Read More
Zumba in Shenzhen?
I am looking for a Zumba class in Shenzhen. Closest I have found is in HK but I heard there was one in Shekou. Anyone? Read More
Which district in Shenzhen? by dgirl72712
My husband and I are moving to Shenzhen in June from the US and are uncertain which district would be the best for us. Our kids are all in college and are not moving with us so schools are not relevant. Will be working in LuoHu and would prefer a ...
We have found an apartment. It is not the ideal location but the metro is close and it is only a couple of stops to all that we need as far as groceries,shopping... Does anyone have any information good or bad abut Walton Heights in the Sheraton ... Read More
Which district in Shenzhen? by dgirl72712
My husband and I are moving to Shenzhen in June from the US and are uncertain which district would be the best for us. Our kids are all in college and are not moving with us so schools are not relevant. Will be working in LuoHu and would prefer a ...
Thanks everyone. I will be there on Sunday! I'll check back with my results upon return! Read More
Which district in Shenzhen? by dgirl72712
My husband and I are moving to Shenzhen in June from the US and are uncertain which district would be the best for us. Our kids are all in college and are not moving with us so schools are not relevant. Will be working in LuoHu and would prefer a ...
Hi Mark! I will be traveling to China next week to apartment shop - I will be sure to report back on the rent prices. In the meantime, have you checked out shenzhenrent.com and shenzhenparty.com? You can see some pics and get an idea on apartment ... Read More
Which district in Shenzhen? by dgirl72712
My husband and I are moving to Shenzhen in June from the US and are uncertain which district would be the best for us. Our kids are all in college and are not moving with us so schools are not relevant. Will be working in LuoHu and would prefer a ...
Thanks for your reply. I was looking at the website for Xpats just this morning! The relo people are Chinese and I imagine they are assuming we will want to be where most of the other Americans they have worked with are living. I will be sure to ... Read More
Which district in Shenzhen?
My husband and I are moving to Shenzhen in June from the US and are uncertain which district would be the best for us. Our kids are all in college and are not moving with us so schools are not relevant. Will be working in LuoHu and would prefer a ... Read More
草榴社区 women in Luohu/Futian by Lynette13
Hi, I am living in Luohu and I am a new mom. I would like to meet some expat women around Luohu or Futian. I can not go all the way to Shekou. L.
Lynette, My husband and I are moving to Shenzhen in early June and were looking for apartments in the Futian/Luohu area. Our relocation helpers are steering us towards Shekou but we are not interested in the long commute to work. How are you ... Read More