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andy2018

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Lives in Shanghai Shi

Speaks English, Chinese, Learning French

Registration: 09 July 2018

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andy2018 replied to a thread
6 years ago
Jokhaye

Ayi in Beijing by Jokhaye

Hi. I am looking for an Ayi and i want to get an idea. For a full time Ayi English/Chinese speaking. For a part time Ayi. How much do you usually pay and what do they normally do. Also if she has to stay for the night how much is the charge? And ...

andy2018

a regular Ayi (Not English speaking) 40~50 RMB/ hour for part time job in Shanghai (2 times in one week and 1 time about 2~3 hours for only cleaning the house) No idea about full-time or English speaking one( times more than regular i think) Read More

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6 years ago
Guestposter1256

Being a 'non-white in Asia' by Guestposter1256

I'm heading to Beijing soon and I've heard and read some unsettling stories about black people's experiences in China. I'm curious about how people have dealt with the challenges of racism (or racist tendencies) while there.

andy2018

@VANNROX Your secret is absolutely correct ! Here is the SECRET... Smile, accept and integrate. Learn the language. Never talk about yourself. Talk about how wonderful the new friends you have are, and how great China is. Talk in your broken ... Read More

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6 years ago
fableb01

My life in China by fableb01

My name is Fabrice and I come from Belgium. Now I'm located at Shanghai. Maybe it's the opportunity to explain my (unfortunately bad) experience in China and share with you. There are few years ago I was in China. But before this period ...

andy2018

I think you are a good father but I still suggest you to back to Belguim for a few months to refresh yourself and after that you can back to China again for your children. Good Luck ! Read More

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6 years ago
Mickeyevans99

Whats it like to live in Qingpu (shanghai suburbs) by Mickeyevans99

Whats the better offer? 19k RMB (a month) after tax in Qinqpu, 30 hours a week plus housing provided in Qingpu....or 16.5k a month 30 hours a week plus housing in Beijing near city center? I'm a young single male i generally prefer city living ...

andy2018

There is a place called ZhuJiaJiao as a ancient style chinese town in Qingpu. A lots of interesting people living there including some bar or coffee shop. And you can just have fun in the center city of Shanghai at weekend and just slept in the ... Read More

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6 years ago
Guestposter5465

Money/Cost of Living by Guestposter5465

Hello. I'm considering a job in China. My salary would be about $2500 pretax. I'm wondering if this is enough to save about a thousand a month or more. The job is in Kunming; don't know if that has a vastly different cost of living than ...

andy2018

HI I don't know how much you will get after tax. But if you got 2000$ left, and just like you said live not luxury, you can save 1000$ in Kunming I think, but really not luxury anyway. Read More

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6 years ago
chuser

Japanese department stores with bento box in the basement? by chuser

Are there any traditional Japanese style Japanese department stores in Shanghai? Anyone ever been to one in Japan? They always have bento box lunches for sale in the basement. I'm looking for the same style in Shanghai.

andy2018

If you mean Japanese Style Bento box just go to 久光 (JiuGuang) Department Store. Take railway 2 and get down at JingAn temple, you will find what you want at the underground floor of the Department Store. Read More

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6 years ago
chuser

Japanese department stores with bento box in the basement? by chuser

Are there any traditional Japanese style Japanese department stores in Shanghai? Anyone ever been to one in Japan? They always have bento box lunches for sale in the basement. I'm looking for the same style in Shanghai.

andy2018

You can buy bento in any convinience shop like 7-11, Lawson in Shanghai. But most of bento is chinese style food, that is only difference between Shanghai and Tokyo. Read More

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6 years ago
elpetrik

5797 rmb/month netto - Is it possible to survive? by elpetrik

Hello everyone, I was reading a few posts about living expenses in Shanghai and I am quite perplexed. I understand that it depends on your lifestyle a lot. But I got a job offer for 8000rmb/month brutto = -18% insurance -20% taxes = 5797rmb/month ...

andy2018

Hi elpetrik netto 5797 RMB is little bit hard for living in Shanghai. The rental will cost you 2000~3000 RMB if you want a single room. Anyway the average salary for Shanghaier is about 7000~8000 RMB before tax, if you live a little bit far from ... Read More

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6 years ago
MarkRiddle

Looking for friends to go Surfing or that love the Beach (Shenzhen) by MarkRiddle

Hi Everyone, Just looking for anyone that loves surfing. Me and one other mate are looking for anyone to join us on surfing trips, which would happen now and then. This week would be great as a typhoon is coming, Xichong will be getting a few ...

andy2018

No, I mean music band. There will be an activity in Xichong and we will give a show Read More

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6 years ago
MarkRiddle

Looking for friends to go Surfing or that love the Beach (Shenzhen) by MarkRiddle

Hi Everyone, Just looking for anyone that loves surfing. Me and one other mate are looking for anyone to join us on surfing trips, which would happen now and then. This week would be great as a typhoon is coming, Xichong will be getting a few ...

andy2018

Our band will have a performance end of July in Xichong I think. Hope see you then. Read More

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6 years ago
Julien

New members of the China forum, introduce yourselves here - 2018 by Julien

Hi all, Newbie on the China forum? Don’t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...

andy2018

In Shanghai or Beijing maybe you need more but I belive in Sichuan it is enough for a single man even with a small family I have been to SA and if you have question let me know and I can give you advise as local people Read More

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6 years ago
amitgoel394

Teacher Job option in Shanghai for an Indian by amitgoel394

Hello All, I am looking for some information about teaching jobs which could be applied by an Indian having no knowledge of chinese language. My friend is looking a job in shanghai. She has 10 years of experience in teaching field in Indian ...

andy2018

For Normal school in Shanghai, I do not think they will hire a expat. There is some international private school in Shanghai but normally requires very high. www.51job.com is the biggest renting website in china and good luck! Read More

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6 years ago
aliseb15

Moving to Shanghai for studying at Shanghai University by aliseb15

Hello!! I am an Italian student moving soon to Shanghai cuz I have been accepted at Shanghai University, Baoshang district. is anyone from this forum currently studying there or has been recently? I need some information about the area, ...

andy2018

There is a universitise area in BaoShan district in Shanghai. Baoshan district is not the central town of the city but living near the subway will help lots. Let me know you question and as a Shanghai native I can provide you information as much as ... Read More

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6 years ago
aliseb15

Place for staying 3 months from Sep 2018 by aliseb15

Hi everyone! Me and other 2 Italian girls are looking for a place for renting in the Jiading area, or a place as close as possible to line 11 pls contact if you know someone or have suggestions! :) :)

andy2018

sorry if you just want to live for 3 months, I do not think you can find a house in the agent shop with such short-term. There is some room in airbnb but will be little bit expensive. Try to negociate with the owner and good luck. Read More

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6 years ago
aliseb15

Place for staying 3 months from Sep 2018 by aliseb15

Hi everyone! Me and other 2 Italian girls are looking for a place for renting in the Jiading area, or a place as close as possible to line 11 pls contact if you know someone or have suggestions! :) :)

andy2018

Do you have local friends in Shanghai ? Normally we rent house by the agent shop near the area you want to live. But only Chinese is using maybe English. A trust local people for company will be the best. Read More