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September 2026

When a Typhoon Warning Cancelled Our Mid-Autumn Picnic
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When a Typhoon Warning Cancelled Our Mid-Autumn Picnic

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A first-person story about a coastal typhoon warning cancelling our Mid-Autumn picnic plans — and practical takeaways…
continue reading..September 13, 2026September 15, 2026
First Autumn Cold Snap in China for New Expats 2026
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First Autumn Cold Snap in China for New Expats 2026

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How new expats in China handle the first autumn cold snap after Mid-Autumn into October 2026 —…
continue reading..September 13, 2026September 15, 2026
Apartment Wuye (Property Management) Basics for Foreign Tenants
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Apartment Wuye (Property Management) Basics for Foreign Tenants

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What foreign tenants need to know about Chinese apartment wuye (property management) — fees, gates, repairs, WeChat…
continue reading..September 13, 2026September 15, 2026
Cainiao and Express Pickup Stations for Foreigners in China
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Cainiao and Express Pickup Stations for Foreigners in China

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How foreigners in China use Cainiao stations and express pickup lockers — SMS codes, Taobao delivery options,…
continue reading..September 13, 2026September 15, 2026
Autumn Ginkgo Walks in Chinese Cities 2026
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Autumn Ginkgo Walks in Chinese Cities 2026

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How to enjoy autumn ginkgo walks in Chinese cities in 2026 — peak colour timing after Mid-Autumn,…
continue reading..September 13, 2026September 15, 2026
When My Landlord Brought Mooncakes Unannounced
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When My Landlord Brought Mooncakes Unannounced

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A first-person story about a Chinese landlord arriving unannounced with Mid-Autumn mooncakes — and practical takeaways for…
continue reading..September 12, 2026September 15, 2026
Mid-Autumn WeChat Red Packet Etiquette with Colleagues 2026
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Mid-Autumn WeChat Red Packet Etiquette with Colleagues 2026

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Practical Mid-Autumn 2026 WeChat red packet etiquette with Chinese colleagues — when to send or decline, group…
continue reading..September 12, 2026September 15, 2026
Calligraphy Practice in Chinese Parks for Visitors
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Calligraphy Practice in Chinese Parks for Visitors

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How visitors can watch or try Chinese park calligraphy practice — water writing on pavement, brush etiquette,…
continue reading..September 12, 2026September 15, 2026
Hanfu Photo Studio Rental for Tourists in China
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Hanfu Photo Studio Rental for Tourists in China

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How tourists rent hanfu for photo studios and outdoor shoots in China — booking, sizing, makeup, etiquette,…
continue reading..September 12, 2026September 15, 2026
Shaxian Snacks Chain Guide for First-Timers
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Shaxian Snacks Chain Guide for First-Timers

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How to order at Shaxian Snacks (沙县小吃) chains in China: signature dishes, mild options, spice control, and…
continue reading..September 12, 2026September 12, 2026
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