Author: Mike Cairnduff

Mike has lived and worked in China, and has traveled extensively across the country. He loves Chinese food and has a keen interest in Chinese culture. Mike is from Melbourne, Australia.

18 insane Chinese customs you need to know about

Posted by Mike Cairnduff | Updated August 16, 2023 | Culture

Here are some of the craziest Chinese customs you simply must know. The Chinese are an interesting...

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What documentaries about China can you watch on Netflix?

Posted by Mike Cairnduff | Updated March 19, 2023 | Culture

There are very few documentaries about China on Netflix. Filming thought-provoking stories from...

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What are the best China blogs?

Posted by Mike Cairnduff | Updated April 23, 2023 | Opinion

Looking for the best China blogs in English? I’ve lived, worked and traveled in China. And...

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What are Chinese people like?

Posted by Mike Cairnduff | Updated January 27, 2023 | Opinion

I know it’s a broad question and there’s no perfect way to answer it. Summing up an entire race of...

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What to bring to China (11 essential things)

Posted by Mike Cairnduff | Updated June 7, 2023 | Travel

Wondering what to bring on your trip to China? China is a modern country and you’ll be able to...

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What not to do in China

Posted by Mike Cairnduff | Updated October 31, 2022 | Featured, Travel

There are 21 things you should avoid doing in China. It’s best to find out before you visit!

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The greatest Chinese inventions of all time

Posted by Mike Cairnduff | Updated December 30, 2021 | Culture

The Chinese have created some of the world’s greatest inventions. Chinese civilization goes back...

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10 leading Chinese phone brands

Posted by Mike Cairnduff | Updated December 8, 2021 | Tech

Chances are you’ve got a Samsung or Apple phone. Right? Well, there are some unique Chinese phone...

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Counting money in Chinese

Posted by Mike Cairnduff | Updated March 11, 2022 | Life, Study

Here’s a guide on counting money in Chinese. Learning about money and how to count is an important...

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Using Zoom in China

Posted by Mike Cairnduff | Updated July 15, 2022 | Tech

Zoom is used by millions of people around the world every day. I think it’s fair to say it has...

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Can you use WhatsApp in China in 2023? Yes, but…

Posted by Mike Cairnduff | Updated September 2, 2023 | Tech

There’s misinformation about using WhatsApp in China, and I’m here to tell you the truth. Straight...

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The Chinese internet – what you need to know

Posted by Mike Cairnduff | Updated October 5, 2021 | Tech

Have you heard that the internet in China is censored? Known as The Great Firewall of China, it...

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The A-Z guide to Chinese culture, customs and traditions

Posted by Mike Cairnduff | Updated December 1, 2023 | Culture

Do you want to find out about Chinese culture and traditions? Do you want to find out what Chinese...

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The truth about TEFL certification for China

Posted by Mike Cairnduff | Updated September 16, 2021 | Work

Want to know the real deal about TEFL certification for China? There’s a lot of misinformation...

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The very best things to do in Chengdu

Posted by Mike Cairnduff | Updated September 1, 2021 | Travel

Heading to Chengdu? Here are the best things to do there. Most people who come to Chengdu visit...

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11 most popular sports in China (and some that aren’t)

Posted by Mike Cairnduff | Updated September 20, 2023 | Culture

What are the most popular sports in China? Some sports have really taken off in China. This is due...

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