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Shanghai, China
Living in China
Last updated on Feb 10, 2022
Summary: Expats, digital nomads and retirees discuss what it is like to live in China: Cost of living, Finding a home, Meeting People and more.
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About the Author
Joshua Wood, LPC joined Expat Exchange in 2000 and serves as one of its Co-Presidents. He is also one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. Prior to Expat Exchange, Joshua worked for NBC Cable (MSNBC and CNBC
Primetime). Joshua has a BA from Syracuse and a Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Mr. Wood is also a licensed counselor and psychotherapist.
Some of Joshua's articles include Pros and Cons of Living in Portugal, 10 Best Places to Live in Ireland and Pros and Cons of Living in Uruguay. Connect with Joshua on LinkedIn.
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China Forum
Talk with other digital nomads and expats in China on our China forum - meet people, get advice and help others.
China Index
An index of all of our site's China information.
Contribute
Help others in China by answering questions about the challenges and adventures of living in China.
Healthcare & Health Insurance in China
Expats in China offer advice about healthcare, hospital visits, emergency rooms visits, finding a doctor and buying health insurance in China.
Members Talk about Healthcare & Health Insurance in China
Expats in China offer advice about healthcare in China.
Pros & Cons of Living in China
Take off your rose-colored glasses and learn what digital nomads & expats have to say about the biggest challenges and the greatest rewards of living in China.
Thanksgiving in Beijing
For American expats.looking to dine out on Thanksgiving, here's a list of several restaurants offering Thanksgiving dinners in Beijing.
10 Tips for Living in China
Expats living in China find learning Mandarin a big challenge, but most say that learning even a little is very worthwhile. They also agree that the spitting, squat toilets and Chinese culture take some getting used to. Expats share their tips and experiences living in China.
Shanghai, China
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China Forum
Talk with other digital nomads and expats in China on our China forum - meet people, get advice and help others.
China Index
An index of all of our site's China information.
Contribute
Help others in China by answering questions about the challenges and adventures of living in China.
Healthcare & Health Insurance in China
Expats in China offer advice about healthcare, hospital visits, emergency rooms visits, finding a doctor and buying health insurance in China.
Members Talk about Healthcare & Health Insurance in China
Expats in China offer advice about healthcare in China.
Pros & Cons of Living in China
Take off your rose-colored glasses and learn what digital nomads & expats have to say about the biggest challenges and the greatest rewards of living in China.
10 Tips for Living in China
Expats living in China find learning Mandarin a big challenge, but most say that learning even a little is very worthwhile. They also agree that the spitting, squat toilets and Chinese culture take some getting used to. Expats share their tips and experiences living in China.
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