Tag Archives: expat

Autumnal Evenings in Hangzhou

Posted on October 25, 2015 by helenanglin

It’s technically autumn here in Hangzhou but it doesn’t feel like it. The temperature can still reach about 25 degrees in the daytime and I get hot walking around in jeans and a t-shirt. There are a few times when it … Continue reading →

Posted in Autumn, China | Tagged Autumn, Canal, China, expat, explore, Hangzhou, Peaceful, Stroll, travel, Walk | Leave a comment

Hangzhou Holiday Adventures (Part Two)

Posted on October 11, 2015 by helenanglin

We kick-started the holiday with beer, ridiculous amounts of food, McDonalds’ ‘Modern China Burger’, mooncakes, and discovering new parts of the city (Part One can be found here). The second part of the holiday had similar experiences but also a few … Continue reading →

Posted in China, travel | Tagged Asia, Backpacking, Baochu Pagoda, China, expat, Green Tea, Gushan Island, Hangzhou, KTV, National Holiday, travel, travelling, West Lake | 3 Comments

10 Things I Need To Get Use To In China

Posted on September 16, 2015 by helenanglin

We’ve been here for two weeks and I’m slowly learning the new culture and things I need to adapt to whilst here. Here’s my top ten: Tea – I’m British. Nothing beats a lovely tea (with milk!), in the morning and … Continue reading →

Posted in China, Hangzhou | Tagged British, China, expat, Hangzhou, Living, Roads, Tea, Traveller | 1 Comment

Rollercoaster Ride Starting Life In China

Posted on September 10, 2015 by helenanglin

For those of you who don’t know, Mitch and I got ourselves teaching jobs in Hangzhou, China. It’s in the East, not far from Shanghai. We found jobs through a teaching agency who sorted us with school, accommodation, and a … Continue reading →

Posted in China, Hangzhou, Teaching | Tagged Adapting, China, expat, Hangzhou, Luggage, Teaching, travel | 1 Comment