Moving to Shenzhen on January 18, 2013

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BlurryoneNew member31 October 2012 06:02:59

Hi! My name is Blair and I'm moving to Shenzhen on January 18th, 2013 for a minimum of 2 years. My company is paying me to go learn about the Chinese culture and to take Mandarin immersion, I had to jump at the opportunity!

I am originally from Canada although I have spent the last 2 years enjoying the climate of Arizona. I also lived in South Korea for 2 years and am fluent(ish) in Korean (it's been a while since I have gotten the practice, hopefully I'll get caught back up while renewing my Visa).

I am 40 years old, an entrepreneur in a new start up company, and am looking to do a little networking, but am more interested in meeting some good friends to explore China with, and to enjoy my stay with.

I have found a school to go to and have been accepted, my next challenge is to find a decent hotel in the Futian district while I look for an apartment nearby my school. They have 2 campuses, so I need to decide which school I am going to attend before finding an apartment. If anyone has any suggestions for hotels, I would very much appreciate it.

I am very much looking forward to getting to know you all, and am looking forward to my latest adventure!

ArmandViP31 October 2012 10:37:30

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Hi Blair !

Welcome to Expat.com and thanks for this introduction.

Regards
Armand

JerryHuangNew member04 November 2012 06:29:20

welcome!

GoldingtonhillMember30 November 2012 06:37:15

HI Blair,

The Futian district is pretty large, but the central area has the Sheraton, the Shangri-la and the Four Seasons. All of these are within walking distance of the nightlife area, Coco Park. On the less expensive end is the Asta Hotel which is a Chinese hotel and pretty basic but the rooms are fine. This is closer to the residential Chinese area, with lots of Chinese restaurants. No one speaks English is this area.

Hope this helps!

BlurryoneNew member30 November 2012 18:50:29

Thanks Goldington, that actually helps out a great deal, i really appreciate it!

mancha50New member02 December 2012 12:06:19

Hi Blair

Welcome

I live in Futian right now in Lianhuabei. I am a volunteer management advisor working with an NGO here. Good luck in finding accommodation. Futian is pretty central to everything and there is a lot going on here. The area around Xiangmihu looks pretty nice.

ricardoandradeMember19 March 2013 13:43:30

Hi Mancha, I just arrived in Shenzhen and will be here for 4 months studying Mandarin full-time (mornings and some afternoons). I'm looking for part-time volunteer work. How can I know more about the organization you work with? Thanks

ricardoandradeMember19 March 2013 13:46:14

Hi Blair, I'm Ricardo - just arrived in Shenzhen to study mandarin full-time for 4 months. Open to travel/exploring the region on weekends, and spending time with easygoing people. Are you still in town? Cheers

pgisbeyMember24 March 2013 02:56:11

Dear Blair,

Hi. My name is 'PJ' (Peter Jacob). I hope that you have enjoyed settling into the Futian District of Shenzhen since January this year, as per your introductory posting. I have been living and working in China for almost two years now. I am currently based in Suzhou as an Economics teacher, but I am about to take up a managerial teaching post (focusing on pastoral care and Economics lecturing) in Shenzhen, hence my particular interest in getting in touch with you. So what's the lowdown? Any things for me to avoid when I eventually arrive in Shenzhen? And how about some things to look forward to as well concerning Shenzhen? I think that the most important thing I have learnt so far in China is to repeat yourself a lot to Chinese nationals, even if they speak reasonably good English (rare!) and constant clarify understanding - misunderstandings abound!!!!! I have had my fair share of 'scratch marks' with my wife and other Chinese nationals on this point.

OK, must dash!

Cheers,

PJ

EstyversonNew member10 February 2014 12:51:13

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Ricardo tudo bem? Moro no Brasil e estarei indo para Shenzhen nos próximos dias. Gostaria de conversar com alguém que mora nessa cidade para trocar umas idéias. Se puder me add no skype ... estyverson@hotmail.com
fico muito agradecido.

um abraço

MaximilienViP11 February 2014 06:00:58

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Hi Estyverson - can you please post in English on the English Forum

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