What is the best way to find a good online Chinese tutor in 2023? Whether you're learning Chinese in China or in your home country, by far the fastest way to improve your listening and speaking is through a 1-on-1 tutor. The problem is that it's not always easy to find a quality Chinese tutor. Here's a look at my personal experience with an online tutor for learning Mandarin Chinese. For … [Read more...] about Online Mandarin Tutor in 2023 – Is It Worth It?
My Top 5 Favorite Tools for Learning Chinese in 2023
There's no getting around the fact that learning Chinese is a challenging task with few shortcuts. But there are tools available that make it slightly easier! Over the past decade of language learning in China, these have been my favorite tools for learning Chinese that make it both fun and (slightly!) easier. You may not be fluent, but during your travels throughout China you're going to … [Read more...] about My Top 5 Favorite Tools for Learning Chinese in 2023
How to Order at a Restaurant in China | 2023 Beginner’s Guide
What should you order at a restaurant in China? Better yet, how do you order at a restaurant in China? My aim with this China restaurant guide is to explain the types of Chinese cuisine you'll find, the culture of eating in China and how to order Chinese food at a local restaurant. For first time visitors to China, particularly those who do not speak Chinese, visiting a local Chinese … [Read more...] about How to Order at a Restaurant in China | 2023 Beginner’s Guide
Candy in China | 2023 Guide to Popular China Sweets & Treats
What kind of candy in China is worth eating? Every country has its own collection of unique sweet treats and China is no different. Below I'd like to share with you the most popular and tasty Chinese treats that you should try during your trip to China. Part of experiencing any foreign culture like China's is taking a risk on new local foods. I get it...it takes a lot of courage to put … [Read more...] about Candy in China | 2023 Guide to Popular China Sweets & Treats
Top 5 China Travel Guide Books | 2023 Edition
Did you know that if you look up the phrase "China Travel Guide" on Amazon, it will give you nearly 3,000 options to choose from? Here's a quick breakdown of the best China travel guide books that I've used based on over a decade of traveling around the country. Hopefully you'll find it useful as you plan for your trip to China! The key to finding the right China travel guide book … [Read more...] about Top 5 China Travel Guide Books | 2023 Edition
Best Shanghai Travel Guide Books for 2023 (rated & reviewed)
What is the best Shanghai travel guide book for 2023? If you're making plans to visit Shanghai, China in the next year or so, you're going to want help figuring out what's worth seeing, how to get around and other great travel tips. Below, I'd like to share with you my favorite Shanghai travel guide books reviewed and rated based on my own experience. If you plan to be heading out to … [Read more...] about Best Shanghai Travel Guide Books for 2023 (rated & reviewed)