Renegade
@Vikings
Filipino expat in China
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About me
Filipino
Lives in GZ
Speaks Earth Language
Registration: 26 June 2013
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Scam or not. Need help!! by Emerald2000
Hi, One of my friend's will be flying to China next month. She is a teacher and she has some concerns. The story is, she started searching for jobs 5 months ago and she found a job add with a recruitment agency. They wanted her scanned ...
Don't mind the scanned copies. It won't do any good to those who intend to use it on some unlawful purposes.. Those scanned copies needs to be backed up by the physical presence of the ID holder. Besides, your friend probably entered into a ... Read More
Apple MacBook by Sharellian
Hey guys! I'm currently traveling through China. I need to get a new laptop. I want to get an Apple MacBook. I have been told that they're very expensive to buy here - much more than what it would cost to buy in Canada. So what I'm ...
As Apple Store clarified, phones are tegional issue so can only be repaired and or replaced from the country and store it was purchased. However, computers are accepted worldwide for any sort of issues like defexts or damages. Read More
Getting a visa in surrounding countries. by inwestend
I'm in the process of getting an M-Visa (I have an invitation). But I want to apply in SE Asia, or possibly Hong Kong, rather than fly all the way back to my home country, (and incur long haul flights and expense) - just for a visa ...
I applied for my visa at the Chinese Embassy in Bangkok (it is not a consulate). Yes, they do reject tourist visa applications if they sense something is wrong or the applicant has insufficient documents or reasons to travel to China. However, in ... Read More
Getting a visa in surrounding countries. by inwestend
I'm in the process of getting an M-Visa (I have an invitation). But I want to apply in SE Asia, or possibly Hong Kong, rather than fly all the way back to my home country, (and incur long haul flights and expense) - just for a visa ...
You can try the Chinese embassy in Bangkok. Chiang Mai has a Chinese consulate so better try the embassy. Be sure to apply early morning as the long line of applicants is really frustrating. And bring everyt possible documents they might need. Read More
for sure one of your problem is this, expats! by jmrenz15
let me know :D for me one of my problem here is to find a personal friend who can talk with and hang out . I have husband but when he do his job i have no other do just studying chinese and surfing like facebook, wechat and email etc. feeling crazy ...
Wow! a river! Now you certainly have got something to keep you busy. Start a fish farm or shrimp farm. Chinese consumes seafood at rates nature cannot sustain. Read More
Apple MacBook by Sharellian
Hey guys! I'm currently traveling through China. I need to get a new laptop. I want to get an Apple MacBook. I have been told that they're very expensive to buy here - much more than what it would cost to buy in Canada. So what I'm ...
There are no discounts for Apple Products at any Apple Stores. If they do offer discounts, I suggest you verify the status of that store. You probably will get a fake Apple Product from Stores and shops offering discounts. The only discounts I know ... Read More
Apple MacBook by Sharellian
Hey guys! I'm currently traveling through China. I need to get a new laptop. I want to get an Apple MacBook. I have been told that they're very expensive to buy here - much more than what it would cost to buy in Canada. So what I'm ...
Yup, go to HK and buy from Apple Store at IFC Mall or Apple Store at Causeway Way. Those Apple Stores can guarantee you genuine Apple Products. I went there last month and was informed there are fake apple products now on sale in HK but not at a ... Read More
for sure one of your problem is this, expats! by jmrenz15
let me know :D for me one of my problem here is to find a personal friend who can talk with and hang out . I have husband but when he do his job i have no other do just studying chinese and surfing like facebook, wechat and email etc. feeling crazy ...
Hello, I can relate to your boredom and frustrations when left alone at home. However, things changed far beyond my expectations when my son came into this world. Nowadays, I can hardly find enough time to rest even for 5 minutes. You and your ... Read More
where to buy wholesale some tshirts and poloshirts in guangzhou by polohanoi
hi everybody i will come for the first time to guangzhou next week i would like to buy wholesale some tshirts and poloshirts from the brands: abercrombie, superdry, hollister, ralph lauren could somebody recommend me some markets where i could find ...
More details and maybe we can work out how best to solve your question. Read More
Best VPN to use? by melis82
Could anybody living in China tell me which VPN site they prefer to use? Thanks! :)
All these VPN's pay huge amount of cash to Chinese Net Police to be able to operate legally in China. Read More
Organize an Expat blog meet-up! by Julien
Hi all, Should you want to organize a gathering with the other members, in your town, we would be pleased to help :). It is indeed a great way to meet new people, isn't it? If you would like to plan a get-together, do not hesitate to ...
Hi Nicole. Wuxi is a nice place with nice people. You will be fine over there meeting new faces and friends. There are a dozen or more foreigners living in that town so I am pretty certain you will not feel alone in there. Besides, there are ... Read More
Organize an Expat blog meet-up! by Julien
Hi all, Should you want to organize a gathering with the other members, in your town, we would be pleased to help :). It is indeed a great way to meet new people, isn't it? If you would like to plan a get-together, do not hesitate to ...
Hi Pam, you should me settled by now here in China. Clifford Estates is a nice place to reside though you need to ignore the ongoing constructions that creates the dusty environment around it. We've been here for almost 2 years this December and ... Read More
What's the best way to send money to a friend in China? by ToniqNYC
PayPal is restricting payments from the US to China. What's the best way to send money to a friend in China? Would mailing a check work? Any advice would be appreciated! Thanks, Carol
Hi Carol, you can try Western Union. You just need the exact and complete name and address of your friend. All the spelling including the hyphens and symbols should be exact as shown in your friend's IC or Passport. Your friend should be aware ... Read More
Need Help by berrylew
I am working in the visa department for a human resource company.My workmate and I really want to do a good job.But we have a executive who barely come to the office.We don't have many customers now.And most of the customers are the executive's old ...
Hi Berry , Here,s a small solution for you 1>Try not to show your boss that you don,t have work. 2> Engage yourself in some other office task. 3>Ask your boss and discuss that how can we improve, this will show your care for your team. 4>Use ... Read More
Need Help by berrylew
I am working in the visa department for a human resource company.My workmate and I really want to do a good job.But we have a executive who barely come to the office.We don't have many customers now.And most of the customers are the executive's old ...
Berry, what kind of a company are you employed at? Is it a travel agency? Or a large multinational company? Or a headhunter company? Read More