Lulu
@lulu_0417
Chinese expat in New Zealand
Forum posts
63
Contacts
6
About me
Chinese
Lives in Auckland
Speaks English & Chinese. Little bit Japanese & German
Registration: 08 July 2011
Activity
First shanghai expat blog get together by hansvc
This gathering aims to bring together newly arrived and more experienced expats and locals living in or around shanghai, who are looking to expand their social circle or simply having a good time with other English speaking people. Next on the ...
Hello Hans & Matt, Will be nice to see you both this weekend. I will be there on time! I have 2hrs this Sunday afternoon before attending an Alumni event. What is the prize for the first place :)? Read More
First shanghai expat blog get together by hansvc
This gathering aims to bring together newly arrived and more experienced expats and locals living in or around shanghai, who are looking to expand their social circle or simply having a good time with other English speaking people. Next on the ...
Hello Matt, It was very nice to meet you & Hans! Great event,met lots of interesting people & had a lovely chat there last night! I can make it if the next event is held on 22 Sept, leaving on 27th. Read More
First shanghai expat blog get together by hansvc
This gathering aims to bring together newly arrived and more experienced expats and locals living in or around shanghai, who are looking to expand their social circle or simply having a good time with other English speaking people. Next on the ...
A pineapple is a brilliant idea Matt! My favorite fruit, and I will help Hans to eat it ;). I will bring a girl friend of mine to join your guys. Looking forward to seeing you both tomorrow. Read More
Coming to Xiamen during fall by Manwë
Hi! I am a Spanish guy coming to Xiamen for at least one semester of Chinese language studies, from September 2011 on. I just wanted to introduce myself, and since I do not know anybody in Xiamen yet, it would be great to start getting in touch ...
Hello aw-rbt, Welcome to China & Xiamen University. Siming District will be the best option if you want to be close to school, but bear in mind that Xiamen is very small and easy to travel around. Although I never stay in overseas students ... Read More
First shanghai expat blog get together by hansvc
This gathering aims to bring together newly arrived and more experienced expats and locals living in or around shanghai, who are looking to expand their social circle or simply having a good time with other English speaking people. Next on the ...
Hello Matthieu, I am in, August 25 work perfectly for me, I will have a few days to get over the jet-leg. I guess I can spot you in the crowd without problem. Read More
First shanghai expat blog get together by hansvc
This gathering aims to bring together newly arrived and more experienced expats and locals living in or around shanghai, who are looking to expand their social circle or simply having a good time with other English speaking people. Next on the ...
Hello Matthieu, Nice to see you here. It would be great if you can arrange something before Sept. I will be landing in Shanghai this weekend, I am looking forward to meeting you in Sept gathering. I like to say "thank you " in person for your ... Read More
Bringing Western small appliances to China by jsbmeb
Hey, I need an expat to tell me if it's reasonable to bring a couple small appliances from home to China. Specifically I want to bring a good blender and my Kitchen Aid mixer. Is it completely insane to get a them rewired for China? If not, any ...
Hi there, An adapter will work perfectly fine with your appliances brought from USA. Rewiring is not need. You can buy adapters from any big supermarkets in China. Quality brands such as Bull, Soben have good reputations which you can trust with. Read More
Exchange Rands for RMB by SAkid03
Does anyone know where I can exchange South African Rands for Yuan (RMB)? Or is anyone interested in making such an exchange? Thanks
None that I am aware of. I had same problem last time when I went back China, I could't exchange NZD cash with any banks. At the end, I exchanged the money with a "scalper" who hung around in the banks (normally Bank of China)all day waiting for ... Read More
First shanghai expat blog get together by hansvc
This gathering aims to bring together newly arrived and more experienced expats and locals living in or around shanghai, who are looking to expand their social circle or simply having a good time with other English speaking people. Next on the ...
Hi Hans, Will you be back for Sept 8 gathering? Looking forward to meeting you. Cheers! Read More
Cost of living in Shanghai China?? 6000 RBM more than enough?? by mverano2010
Hi, Im looking forward in moving in shanghai china for work? i would like to know the cost of living in shanghai, i live in simplicity. .. 6000 to 6500 RBM/ month ?? is it enough?? Thanks a lot! :) Theresa
In my opinion, 6k can be quite tight, particularly if you have to pay for the rent. Sharing an apartment with a roommate may be the way to go. All my friends with similar income feel the same, no money left at the end of the month! Read More
Is 24 k enough to have a decent life in shanghai by kshitij
Hi Friends, I will be travelling to shanghai beginning next year.Would like to know if 24k CNY per month is enough to have a decent life and savings in shanghai. Can someone please advise me on the above. sahil
You can have a comfortable lifestyle with that amount, and save up quite a bit if you try. Read More
Is 24 k enough to have a decent life in shanghai by kshitij
Hi Friends, I will be travelling to shanghai beginning next year.Would like to know if 24k CNY per month is enough to have a decent life and savings in shanghai. Can someone please advise me on the above. sahil
Pretty good income, you can have a comfortable lifestyle with that amount. You can save up to 10,000 RMB if you try. Read More
Working in China? I need you! by ElisaScara
Hi Everyone!, Could you please help me out by filling in this survey for my thesis about China: http://www.kwiksurveys.com/online-survey.php?surveyID=NMLIGK_d44c4657 I was hoping if you are Chinese or have worked/are working in China, if you ...
Cool, awesome :) Read More
Working in China? I need you! by ElisaScara
Hi Everyone!, Could you please help me out by filling in this survey for my thesis about China: http://www.kwiksurveys.com/online-survey.php?surveyID=NMLIGK_d44c4657 I was hoping if you are Chinese or have worked/are working in China, if you ...
Sweet as! (New Zealand expression). Good, I am very pleased to hear that they have done it. Thanks to you too for help me out :)! Cheers! Read More
Working in China? I need you! by ElisaScara
Hi Everyone!, Could you please help me out by filling in this survey for my thesis about China: http://www.kwiksurveys.com/online-survey.php?surveyID=NMLIGK_d44c4657 I was hoping if you are Chinese or have worked/are working in China, if you ...
Thank you so much for your help :D! Alternatively, there is my survey link. You are more than welcome to forward it to your friends. This study is about Western corporate expats's cultural & working experience in China. Participants are able to ... Read More