Moving Guides for China

Shanghai’s 25 million residents spread across 16 districts, but most expats settle in a handful of Puxi neighborhoods or family-friendly Pudong suburbs. This guide covers each area’s character, rent ranges, and trade-offs.

China has low violent crime rates, but knowing who to call in an emergency makes all the difference. This guide covers all the key emergency numbers, common scams targeting expats, and exactly what to do in a medical crisis, traffic accident, or fire.

Veterinary care in China varies widely by city. Here is how to find a reputable, English-speaking vet, plus trusted clinic picks in Beijing, Shanghai, and Chengdu for vaccinations, emergencies, and pet export.

China is safer and more welcoming for single foreign women than most expect, with strong career opportunities and a rich cultural life. This guide covers where to live, cultural differences, safety, healthcare, dating, and practical daily tips.

Shenzhen’s best districts for expats depend on your lifestyle: Nanshan and Shekou for families, Futian for professionals, and Bao’an for lower rents without sacrificing metro access.

Social networking in China runs on apps you’ve probably never used. Here is what the major platforms do, how expats actually use them, and why WeChat is less of a social app and more of a daily operating system.

Beijing is huge, and where you live shapes your entire experience. Pick the wrong neighborhood and you’ll spend your life on a packed subway train. Here is a guide to the main expat areas and who each one suits best.

Bringing a cat or dog to China is doable, but the paperwork is unforgiving. One missing document or a missed timeline can mean 30 days of quarantine. Here is what you need to prepare and when.

Join me as I share the best places to visit in China, from pandas in Chengdu and skyscrapers in Shanghai to the Great Wall in Beijing and the old streets of Lijiang. Learn why China is now one of the world’s top travel destinations.