donnie3857

Jun 20, 2019 10:10

Articles : donnie3857 commented on news 5 Ways Traveling Domestically in China Will Benefit Expats

The article is good. But be warned, travel during the holidays is asking for seeing the bad side of China. It is extremely difficult to book tickets on the high speed trains prior to a holiday. Getting back to work in the city you work in on time will be a challenge too. The hotels and taxis have caught on to the ... Full Comment>>

donnie3857

Apr 09, 2019 20:33

Articles : donnie3857 commented on news A Guide to Summer Jobs in China

You will need a work visa. Full Comment>>

donnie3857

Aug 02, 2018 18:38

Articles : donnie3857 commented on news Five Ways to Tell You’re Not Cut Out for Life in China

mostly true Full Comment>>

donnie3857

Jun 11, 2018 20:08

Articles : donnie3857 commented on news Can You Work in China as a Non-Native English Teacher?

Of course you can. But can you do it legally? As for the American part. Many schools also like Canadians. Full Comment>>

donnie3857

Dec 13, 2017 20:28

Articles : donnie3857 commented on news The Dos and Don’ts of Dealing with Your Chinese Boss

Written by a guy who owns a training school in China and rips of the students in tuition fees. He wants the foreign teacher to be slaves like the local teachers. Stick to your National Values from your home country. Full Comment>>

donnie3857

Nov 21, 2017 14:30

Articles : donnie3857 commented on news 5 Things To Know About Mobile Payments in China Today

when Kimmy and Dumald exchange missiles, the EMP will take out all out the internet. You will wish you kept some cash and gold Full Comment>>

donnie3857

Oct 29, 2017 19:37

Articles : donnie3857 commented on news 5 Things the Foreign Media Gets Wrong About China

This guy was born yesterday, so give him a break. A few things are true though. Full Comment>>

donnie3857

Aug 10, 2017 00:23

Around China : donnie3857 commented on news Hangzhou Restaurant Offers Boob-Size Discounts

with, or without the padded bra? Full Comment>>

donnie3857

Jul 28, 2017 10:01

Articles : donnie3857 commented on news What You Must Know About Renting an Apartment in China

wow. I didn't have any problems rent an apartment in Sichuan, Meishan. I have no idea what you people did. But I got the impression it was easier than in Canada. I have heard lots of horror stories about landlords on both sides of the Ocean. I did pay all 12 months rent up front. Every single problem I ran into was ... Full Comment>>

donnie3857

Jul 28, 2017 00:11

Blogs : donnie3857 commented on cwzialor 's blog 12 Types of Foreigners You’ll Definitely Meet in China

Then there is all the other Expats this guy hasn't met. Those of us who realize every country has it's good points, and it's bad points. Some more than others, China included. Full Comment>>

donnie3857

Jul 18, 2017 02:03

Articles : donnie3857 commented on news America’s Decline, China’s Chance

I see nothing here that indicates America is in decline. Of course America's share of the global economic pie has shrunk, and will continue to shrink due to rising economic powers like India and China. Also you failed to note America's population is less than a quarter of China's population, of which only 20% are ... Full Comment>>

donnie3857

Jul 01, 2017 02:59

Articles : donnie3857 commented on news Global Citizens Have More Confidence in Xi than Trump

After his recent tirade in which he publicly hurled insults on twitter for all to see, my opinion of Dumald makes me wonder about how the children will see this guy. After all; he is supposed to be one of the most respected people on earth. To get a rating below Xi is a difficult thing to do. But I guess Dumald will ... Full Comment>>

donnie3857

Jun 29, 2017 01:00

Articles : donnie3857 commented on news China English Teaching Horror Stories

I am one of those people who thinks I am on a holiday in China. But I have money and some other reasons. But what you say is true about working illegally. The contract is worthless. People forget that. I have been fortunate that I have run into a situation once. It was already the end of the school year, but the PSB ... Full Comment>>

donnie3857

Jun 29, 2017 00:39

Articles : donnie3857 commented on news China English Teaching Horror Stories

Many people don't know how to use paragraphs, but I do agree with you. It makes for easier reading and establishes the subjects within the subject. However, most posters here are not Native English speakers. I should also point out that many North Americans also do not know how to write. You will know what I mean if ... Full Comment>>

donnie3857

Jun 29, 2017 00:28

Articles : donnie3857 commented on news China English Teaching Horror Stories

I see your medicine includes Opium Full Comment>>

donnie3857

Jun 21, 2017 04:42

Articles : donnie3857 commented on news 6 Chinese Universities Ranked Among Top 100 in the World

He he he ; Yah right! Full Comment>>

donnie3857

Jun 02, 2017 02:29

Articles : donnie3857 commented on news 5 Worst Chinese Cities for Foreigners to Live in

China is a big country. I found some of the real China in cities like Yibin and Mianyang in Sichuan. or Luizhou in Guangxi. These aren't the most polluted cities, nor the cleanest. You will find Walmarts, Carrefours, and RT marts is these cities along with efficient transportation systems. China is pretty diverse ... Full Comment>>

donnie3857

May 04, 2017 00:30

Articles : donnie3857 commented on news Why Can't China Attract Foreign Professionals?

Most of the people who go to work in China are the young people. They have no intention of staying in China. They stay for a couple months to a couple years to experience another country; not to retire there. The idea is to get some experience that will help them get a job (back home-not in China). For the rest it ... Full Comment>>

donnie3857

Apr 27, 2017 06:59

Articles : donnie3857 commented on news Same Name, Different Game: 5 Ugly Facets of the Chinese Workplace

I have seen and heard about a lot of this behaviour. Sometimes you gotta love this country (China); other times you just hate it. I suppose there are good points and bad points. Full Comment>>

donnie3857

Apr 22, 2017 03:43

Articles : donnie3857 commented on news Overcoming Adversity: 5 of the Most Common Fears of China Expats

I don't think any of those things in the article are "fears" except maybe for pollution. I've lived in China for 10 years. I still can't carry a conversation in Chinese. This hasn't stopped me from making dozens of good Chinese friends. The women will come to you with a cell phone to get your QQ and/or WeChat. All ... Full Comment>>

donnie3857

Apr 21, 2017 04:47

Articles : donnie3857 commented on news 10 Status Symbols in Modern China

Yeah! I remember reading about something like this a decade ago. But the mistress one probably got censored. The flying one is new. Full Comment>>

donnie3857

Apr 19, 2017 03:20

Articles : donnie3857 commented on news Searching for a More Peaceful Life: China’s Most Livable “Second-Tier,” Cities

Many 3rd tier cities are better than the ones mentioned here. Sanya is a tourist trap. You might try Guangxi Beihai. Wuhan is ok because the whole province is dirt poor. So expect your salary to be low too. Full Comment>>

donnie3857

Apr 17, 2017 07:58

Articles : donnie3857 commented on news 7 Initiatives to Implement International Student Success

Really? I agree with you on what must be taught. But lets face it: Only 1 in 10 of these students are the "caliber" your talking about. the others just have rich parents period. I would know. I have taught international students. I also can tell you from experience that they will go overseas rather they pass or fail. Full Comment>>

donnie3857

Apr 12, 2017 00:25

Articles : donnie3857 commented on news 4 Common English Learning Issues in China

Sounds like the author hasn't been teaching in China because these are issues, but definitely not the main issues in China. Full Comment>>

donnie3857

Mar 20, 2017 00:26

Articles : donnie3857 commented on news What’s the Agenda?  Trump Invites Xi to Visit Florida in April

Obviously Kimmmy will be delighted because the focus will be on him as the two men discuss the annexation of North Korea by China, and how to handle the 25 million refugees Full Comment>>