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Format: 2012-02-13
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  • Ten Years of ShanghaiExpat 2010-11-30 18:11

    On Friday December 3rd, 2010, ShanghaiExpat.com will be celebrating its 10th Anniversary. We'll be throwing a big party at La Finca at 10pm and we invite you to come. More Details Here. We asked our founder, CEO, and office dad Micheal Connolly, to reflect on the last ten years:

    Moving to China
    When I moved to Shanghai, I had to create my own niche. My wife, Margaret, had a good job offer that moved us here. I had never been to China and could not speak a complete sentence in Chinese.

  • How Many Keyboard Shortcuts Would You Use 2009-10-09 15:06

    Keyboard shortcuts are combinations of two or more keys that, when pressed, can be used to perform a task that would typically require a mouse or other pointing device. Keyboard shortcuts can make it easier for your computer life, saving you time and effort as you work with Windows and other programs. More importantly, if your computer suddenly crashes, which always fails your mouse, you could try the keyboard shortcuts listed below for emergency.

  • House Packing: Herculean Task 2009-10-10 18:04

    Packing your home for a move has its perks, you are completely in control of the entire process, which means you can pack how you like and when you like. If you are aware of some general packing tips you can pack your home in a no time flat!

  • The New ShanghaiExpat is now here….so what’s NEW?? 2009-12-04 19:21

    Now that we have finally reached the stage to launch (again), you may be asking what the big deal is with the new site. Sure it looks different, more colourful and modern, but what else you might be asking? Well the new things do not stop at being cosmetic, and here is a list of the new things you can do on the newsite to become more involved on ShanghaiExpat!

  • Can’t Access ShanghaiExpat How to resolve the ‘114 Problem’ 2010-05-17 15:34

    If you’ve been having problems accessing our homepage, and being redirected to some random Chinese search engine called 114 then I’m afraid we can only humbly apologise. Due to the unique way that China Telecom works, when our server hits overload most of our traffic gets redirected directly to them.

  • Verbatim: On inspection of working licenses 2004-12-16 00:00

    Whether you're a legal eagle or legalese just floats your boat, you're sure to love the (drum roll, please):

  • FAQ - Is Shanghai really as expensive as people say it is? 2005-06-27 00:00

    Is Shanghai really as expensive as people say it is?



    Compared to a lot of large Asian cities, such as Singapore, Bangkok, Hong Kong and Manila, many say that Shanghai is the place where you can live the best for the cheapest. Indeed, many locals can get a nice place for as little as 700 RMB per month, though it's usually very small with no air conditioning.


    The cost of living is very low, especially when compared to the States. More information of the cost of living is available in another article, covering prices of day-to-day items. Utilities in China are pretty cheap, but are not included in the rent.


    The idea of Shanghai being one of the most expensive places to live depends on what you are used to and how you want to live. If you live like a foreigner, drive a car, eat imported food and so on, it might be more expensive than where you are right now. If you live in a nice place, take public transport, and buy local groceries it can be a lot cheaper than overseas.

     

  • FAQ - What are the Prices for Day-to-Day Things? 2005-06-27 00:00

    What are the prices for day to day things?

    On the whole, prices in Shanghai are a lot cheaper than the West, with the main exceptions being coffee, bars and pet food. Compared to the rest of China, however, it's pretty expensive, coming in at number 30 on the Global Cost of Living Survey, compared to Beijing's 19.

  • FAQ - How can I access the internet in Shanghai? 2005-06-18 00:00

    How can I access the internet in Shanghai?

    Being the most wired city in Mainland China, getting internet access in Shanghai isn't that big an ordeal. There are loads of methods you can choose from:

  • FAQ - How tough is Mandarin? 2005-06-28 00:00

    Is Chinese a tough language to learn?

    I think every language has it challenges. There are things that are pretty easy about Chinese language - no verb conjugations or multiple tenses, and very logical names for each day of the week or month of the year. Grammar is fairly simple and logical. If you are good at mimicing tone and pronuniciation, picking up a few useful phrases every week should be a snap.