Keith McDade
@thunderusa
American expat in China
Forum posts
10
Contacts
3
About me
American
Lives in Beijing
Speaks English
Registration: 16 February 2011
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getting a bit bored in Beijing...how come? by arjanpit
Hi all, after 9 months Beijing it seems people move in and out, leaving the die hards (read me ao) even though just 9 months...behind. I'm getting a bit bored now...anyone suggestions or want to hang out? I like talking over coffee, about virtually ...
Very true about the expat publications. The Beijinger and the City are two that I read regularly. Unfortunately living in the outskirts of the city (Shunyi) increases the sphincter factor of participating. Yeah that's whining a bit but it is ... Read More
what do you think of beijing? by survival #13
give me your opinions about BEIJING.. places to go, things to do, what you like and dislike from beijing and all you want to share :)
Well I won't refute the commercialization of the holiday but the same phenomenon occurs here for Spring Festival. I had hoped that this was your viewpoint but it happens everywhere. Welcome to Capitalism. Agreed, McD's burgers are not great ... Read More
RE; Kindergartens in Beijing too expensive by smie joe
Hi anyone can Advise about Kindergarten in Beijing. We have found only very expensive one charging for Pre-Kindergarten 116,000 RBM. Our boy is 3.5 yrs old. All advise are welcome.
The price increases as they get older. I have a 3.5 year old and a 7 year old in school. But with two I get a discount. Score! I have no idea where you are but sheck out Kinstar. JW get serious, it is expensive here. Higher than private ... Read More
what do you think of beijing? by survival #13
give me your opinions about BEIJING.. places to go, things to do, what you like and dislike from beijing and all you want to share :)
Like about Beijing - the food, the people. Dislike about Beijing - Starbucks, McDonalds, KFC and Christmas,Not true on all accounts. Worst? Get serious, the menu's here is healthier than back home with respect to McD's and KFC. Starbucks? What ... Read More
getting a bit bored in Beijing...how come? by arjanpit
Hi all, after 9 months Beijing it seems people move in and out, leaving the die hards (read me ao) even though just 9 months...behind. I'm getting a bit bored now...anyone suggestions or want to hang out? I like talking over coffee, about virtually ...
Arjan, I can relate to your state of mind. I find myself wanting to leave BJ also and head home. It's a bit of boredom and frustration mixed. Some of the reasons this is such a transient place to live. Keith Read More
moving to Beijing with young children by Beth73
Hi, my family and I are moving to Beijing (date to be confirmed) with my husbands work. I am writing to enquire about information about what it is like to live in Beijing, we currently live in Melbourne Aust. My children are 3 yrs old and 18 months ...
Hi Beth I am an American exec living here and if you are looking for aprtments and convenience/access then Chaoyang Park area has new foreigner friendly apartments. I live in Shunyi near Europlaza and here are single family homes, some HUGE but it ... Read More