Lulu
@lulu_0417
Chinese expat in New Zealand
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About me
Chinese
Lives in Auckland
Speaks English & Chinese. Little bit Japanese & German
Registration: 08 July 2011
First shanghai expat blog get together by hansvc
This gathering aims to bring together newly arrived and more experienced expats and locals living in or around shanghai, who are looking to expand their social circle or simply having a good time with other English speaking people. Next on the ...
Hello Hans & Matt, Will be nice to see you both this weekend. I will be there on time! I have 2hrs this Sunday afternoon before attending an Alumni event. What is the prize for the first place :)? Read More
First shanghai expat blog get together by hansvc
This gathering aims to bring together newly arrived and more experienced expats and locals living in or around shanghai, who are looking to expand their social circle or simply having a good time with other English speaking people. Next on the ...
Hello Matt, It was very nice to meet you & Hans! Great event,met lots of interesting people & had a lovely chat there last night! I can make it if the next event is held on 22 Sept, leaving on 27th. Read More
First shanghai expat blog get together by hansvc
This gathering aims to bring together newly arrived and more experienced expats and locals living in or around shanghai, who are looking to expand their social circle or simply having a good time with other English speaking people. Next on the ...
A pineapple is a brilliant idea Matt! My favorite fruit, and I will help Hans to eat it ;). I will bring a girl friend of mine to join your guys. Looking forward to seeing you both tomorrow. Read More
Coming to Xiamen during fall by Manwë
Hi! I am a Spanish guy coming to Xiamen for at least one semester of Chinese language studies, from September 2011 on. I just wanted to introduce myself, and since I do not know anybody in Xiamen yet, it would be great to start getting in touch ...
Hello aw-rbt, Welcome to China & Xiamen University. Siming District will be the best option if you want to be close to school, but bear in mind that Xiamen is very small and easy to travel around. Although I never stay in overseas students ... Read More
First shanghai expat blog get together by hansvc
This gathering aims to bring together newly arrived and more experienced expats and locals living in or around shanghai, who are looking to expand their social circle or simply having a good time with other English speaking people. Next on the ...
Hello Matthieu, I am in, August 25 work perfectly for me, I will have a few days to get over the jet-leg. I guess I can spot you in the crowd without problem. Read More
First shanghai expat blog get together by hansvc
This gathering aims to bring together newly arrived and more experienced expats and locals living in or around shanghai, who are looking to expand their social circle or simply having a good time with other English speaking people. Next on the ...
Hello Matthieu, Nice to see you here. It would be great if you can arrange something before Sept. I will be landing in Shanghai this weekend, I am looking forward to meeting you in Sept gathering. I like to say "thank you " in person for your ... Read More
Bringing Western small appliances to China
Hi there, An adapter will work perfectly fine with your appliances brought from USA. Rewiring is not need. You can buy adapters from any big supermarkets in China. Quality brands such as Bull, Soben have good reputations which you can trust with. Read More
Exchange Rands for RMB
None that I am aware of. I had same problem last time when I went back China, I could't exchange NZD cash with any banks. At the end, I exchanged the money with a "scalper" who hung around in the banks (normally Bank of China)all day waiting for ... Read More
First shanghai expat blog get together by hansvc
This gathering aims to bring together newly arrived and more experienced expats and locals living in or around shanghai, who are looking to expand their social circle or simply having a good time with other English speaking people. Next on the ...
Hi Hans, Will you be back for Sept 8 gathering? Looking forward to meeting you. Cheers! Read More
Cost of living in Shanghai China?? 6000 RBM more than enough?? by mverano2010
Hi, Im looking forward in moving in shanghai china for work? i would like to know the cost of living in shanghai, i live in simplicity. .. 6000 to 6500 RBM/ month ?? is it enough?? Thanks a lot! :) Theresa
In my opinion, 6k can be quite tight, particularly if you have to pay for the rent. Sharing an apartment with a roommate may be the way to go. All my friends with similar income feel the same, no money left at the end of the month! Read More
Is 24 k enough to have a decent life in shanghai by kshitij
Hi Friends, I will be travelling to shanghai beginning next year.Would like to know if 24k CNY per month is enough to have a decent life and savings in shanghai. Can someone please advise me on the above. sahil
You can have a comfortable lifestyle with that amount, and save up quite a bit if you try. Read More
Is 24 k enough to have a decent life in shanghai by kshitij
Hi Friends, I will be travelling to shanghai beginning next year.Would like to know if 24k CNY per month is enough to have a decent life and savings in shanghai. Can someone please advise me on the above. sahil
Pretty good income, you can have a comfortable lifestyle with that amount. You can save up to 10,000 RMB if you try. Read More
Working in China? I need you! by ElisaScara
Hi Everyone!, Could you please help me out by filling in this survey for my thesis about China: http://www.kwiksurveys.com/online-survey.php?surveyID=NMLIGK_d44c4657 I was hoping if you are Chinese or have worked/are working in China, if you ...
Sweet as! (New Zealand expression). Good, I am very pleased to hear that they have done it. Thanks to you too for help me out :)! Cheers! Read More
Working in China? I need you! by ElisaScara
Hi Everyone!, Could you please help me out by filling in this survey for my thesis about China: http://www.kwiksurveys.com/online-survey.php?surveyID=NMLIGK_d44c4657 I was hoping if you are Chinese or have worked/are working in China, if you ...
Thank you so much for your help :D! Alternatively, there is my survey link. You are more than welcome to forward it to your friends. This study is about Western corporate expats's cultural & working experience in China. Participants are able to ... Read More
Working in China? I need you! by ElisaScara
Hi Everyone!, Could you please help me out by filling in this survey for my thesis about China: http://www.kwiksurveys.com/online-survey.php?surveyID=NMLIGK_d44c4657 I was hoping if you are Chinese or have worked/are working in China, if you ...
Hi Elisa, I hope so too. I have forwarded your survey to some of my friends, and hopefully they will do it soon. Thank you so much for your kind offer! At this stage, any Western expatriates posting in Greater China for an assignment are ... Read More
Working in China? I need you! by ElisaScara
Hi Everyone!, Could you please help me out by filling in this survey for my thesis about China: http://www.kwiksurveys.com/online-survey.php?surveyID=NMLIGK_d44c4657 I was hoping if you are Chinese or have worked/are working in China, if you ...
Hello Elisa No a problem, I will ask my Chinese friends to do your survey :). I am planning to finish data collection in early 1 Oct, quite a tight deadline actually. Thanks for your kind offer, I appreciate it :) ! If you do know someone who ... Read More
Working in China? I need you! by ElisaScara
Hi Everyone!, Could you please help me out by filling in this survey for my thesis about China: http://www.kwiksurveys.com/online-survey.php?surveyID=NMLIGK_d44c4657 I was hoping if you are Chinese or have worked/are working in China, if you ...
You are welcome Elisa! I understand how hard it could be to do a social research :). I am doing a structure equation model, need big sample size... Thanks, I will keep trying! If you need help, I will get some of my Chinese friends to do your ... Read More
Working in China? I need you! by ElisaScara
Hi Everyone!, Could you please help me out by filling in this survey for my thesis about China: http://www.kwiksurveys.com/online-survey.php?surveyID=NMLIGK_d44c4657 I was hoping if you are Chinese or have worked/are working in China, if you ...
Hello Elisa, I understand there are lots of pressure when you doing research as I am going through the same process as you. I am currently investigating cultural & working experiences of corporate Westerners in China. I still have about 200 ... Read More
Warning Bank of China Credit Card Services by rhoward
I want to warn all that Bank of China issued credit cards under VISA do not provide any real fraud protection. I work for a UN agency and used my BOC card while traveling in Indonesia. After using the card in Jakarta BOC called me and informed me ...
Sorry to hear your experience and frustration. Must be hard to deal with Bank for these matters. Read More
earn $200Y to participate in an American Expatriate study in China by drrloringberry
Hello fellow expats, I have lived in China 9 years. My journeys have been from Hong Kong to Beijing. I am completing a Doctoral Study and need 30 participants to respond to open ended questions about life in China. This is a IHO(International ...
Good luck drrloringberry, I hope you will get 30 participants soon. I still have 200 participants to recruit for my Masters study. Regards Lulu Read More
Get together in Shanghai
Hello ayusskumar I have lots of Indian friends, they are wonderful people :) Welcome to Shanghai, I hope you meet many lovely friends over there! Read More
Saftey In Numbers by Siyula
Traveling abroad for such a long period of time has me wondering how safe it will be for a girl. Are there certain things I should worry about, Scams, or anything? Any thoughts or advice would be greatly appreciated!
You are welcome, all the best :) Read More
looking friends in newzealand by sha arif
hello friends iam shak arif from india and i like to make new friends before coming to new zealand,as my intension to have my own restaurant in auckland city for that i need some good friends help when i come their. i just hope i will find some ...
Can't wait to try your delicious food :) Read More
NEVER, EVER, QUESTION A DRUNK! by JWilliamson
I was shopping at the local supermarket where I selected: A half-gallon of 2% milk, A carton of eggs, A quart of orange juice, A head of lettuce, A 2 lb. can of coffee and A 1 lb. package of bacon As I was unloading my items on the conveyor belt ...
Hello Boris or JW Yes, I know, and a good one :) I have a Facebook page,though I am not a big fan yet. Very nice to meet some talented people! Read More
NEVER, EVER, QUESTION A DRUNK! by JWilliamson
I was shopping at the local supermarket where I selected: A half-gallon of 2% milk, A carton of eggs, A quart of orange juice, A head of lettuce, A 2 lb. can of coffee and A 1 lb. package of bacon As I was unloading my items on the conveyor belt ...
Poor thing! Is the look matters? I thought every man wants to have a wife - rich, like beer etc... ?! (cited from Husband Store by JWilliamson) Read More
looking for a job oportunity in retail or sales
The incomes for retailer industries/sales are normally quite low in China I am afraid. Sales are normally locals as the majority of customers are Chinese. Unless getting a managing or coordinating role working for Spanish own corporations with ... Read More
Saftey In Numbers by Siyula
Traveling abroad for such a long period of time has me wondering how safe it will be for a girl. Are there certain things I should worry about, Scams, or anything? Any thoughts or advice would be greatly appreciated!
Hi Siyula In my opinion, you don't need to worry too much about the safety. Chinese are generally nice people. For sure there are always some black sheep in any countries. A popular scam is that someone pretending policemen phone you saying ... Read More
They're offering 130,000RMB / month....what do you say? by spiribizki
Hi friends, I have been offered to relocate to Beijing for 3-4 years with my three kids and wife (family of 5). The company would be paying for the house and the international school and 130000 RMB per month after tax (plus the trip back home once ...
Hi friends, I have been offered to relocate to Beijing for 3-4 years with my three kids and wife (family of 5). The company would be paying for the house and the international school and 130000 RMB per month after tax (plus the trip back home once ... Read More
They're offering 130,000RMB / month....what do you say? by spiribizki
Hi friends, I have been offered to relocate to Beijing for 3-4 years with my three kids and wife (family of 5). The company would be paying for the house and the international school and 130000 RMB per month after tax (plus the trip back home once ...
I am sure there are many better kidnapping targets in Beijing, for whom kidnappers could asking millions RMB ;)! Remember this is a country has most death penalty charges. Kidnapping foreigners? No way, nobody can get away with it. Read More
Cost of living in Hong Kong by HBTj
Hi, My wife and I are considering moving to Hong Kong. How much a would be the expense for a family of two in Hong Kong? I understand that rent of house would be the largest part of the monthly expense. Thank you in advance for you kind replies.
haha, you are right! I like visiting HK too, it was good fun! Good food, shops, clubs and ... people! Read More
Cost of living in Hong Kong by HBTj
Hi, My wife and I are considering moving to Hong Kong. How much a would be the expense for a family of two in Hong Kong? I understand that rent of house would be the largest part of the monthly expense. Thank you in advance for you kind replies.
What is why I don't want to live in HK :)! I like to have a big garden to plant my roses, and a house with beautiful Kauri wooden floor ! Read More
Cost of living in Hong Kong by HBTj
Hi, My wife and I are considering moving to Hong Kong. How much a would be the expense for a family of two in Hong Kong? I understand that rent of house would be the largest part of the monthly expense. Thank you in advance for you kind replies.
Very pricing! With 8000 HK, you can rent a lovely 3 bedroom villa in the center of Auckland with a 500m2 garden! With the half of the price, you can rent a pretty decent apartment over 90m2 in the central area in Shanghai. Since last a few years, ... Read More
Coming to Xiamen during fall by Manwë
Hi! I am a Spanish guy coming to Xiamen for at least one semester of Chinese language studies, from September 2011 on. I just wanted to introduce myself, and since I do not know anybody in Xiamen yet, it would be great to start getting in touch ...
Hello Manolo You are quite right, there are too many distractions and party events in big cities such as Beijing & Shanghai. Don't get me wrong, I was very enjoying study in Xiamen University, which is a peaceful place to study. Particularly,a ... Read More
Newbie
Guten Abend! Shanghai is a cool place with plenty of entertaining and I am sure you will meet lots of expat friends through websites or from local pubs etc. Paulaner Brauhaus (150 Fenyang Lu, Shanghai) serves good Munchner ale,sauerkraut & sausages ... Read More
Coming to Xiamen during fall by Manwë
Hi! I am a Spanish guy coming to Xiamen for at least one semester of Chinese language studies, from September 2011 on. I just wanted to introduce myself, and since I do not know anybody in Xiamen yet, it would be great to start getting in touch ...
Hello Manolo and Andrii, Xiamen is quite a pretty place to live, and Xiamen University is featured as one of the top Unis in China. I had been studying my undergraduate there. However,in my opinion,isn't Beijing a better place to study standard ... Read More
Hi all! New to Xiamen!! *waves*
I like Xiamen, and miss Hokkien food! Lived there for a quite a few years, and still keep visiting friends there when I go back to China. Hope you enjoying your staying! Read More
looking friends in newzealand by sha arif
hello friends iam shak arif from india and i like to make new friends before coming to new zealand,as my intension to have my own restaurant in auckland city for that i need some good friends help when i come their. i just hope i will find some ...
Hello shak arif Good luck to your future adventure :) Indian restaurants are popular here, and also quite competitive. Wish you all the best. Read More
All they do is stare... by CitizenEnglish
Why do the local people stare at you? I mean I stare at people in the states but this is like straight up mad dog stares. Do you stare back? Do you shout out AMERICA and hold up the peace sign? LOL It's pretty awkward... This one guy even spat on ...
Hello CitizenEnglish Sorry to here that. I know how you felt, as this happened a lot in China. It is quite rude, but don't be offended,they just been curious! My suggestion is to stare back ;)! Hope you enjoying your time in China! Read More
Dentists in Auckland
73 Symonds St Dental center in the city is pretty good! Good luck! Read More
Hello !!!
Hello Michelle Wish you make lots of friends here! NZ is a nice place to live and study, I am sure you will have a great time! All the best. Read More
Information Wanted! by rachbyrnes
Hello all!!!! Looking to make the big jump from Portland, Oregon USA to Auckland in early 2012 to study at Uni of Auckland. Bringing my Aussie boyfriend with and we are loaded with questions! Any other international students out there? Where ...
Hello rachbyrnes i am Lulu, from AKL. Nice to meet you. If you live city life, my advice would be living in city or suburbs close to city, such as Ponsonby, parnell,New Market, which have plenty of entertainment. You can get a bus or train to ... Read More
Looking for some new Kiwi friends! by slingcharger
Kia Ora! I'm a 31/M living and working in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. I currently work for a four star hotel with franchises all over the world. I have visited New Zealand twice and I have fallen in love with NZ as a whole. Friendly people, amazing ...
Hello slingcharger I am Lulu, from AKL, nice to meet you! Welcome to NZ, I hope you can achieve your dream soon! Read More
Shopping in New Zealand
You are welcome! Lulu's managed to back in blog again :) Read More
Shopping in New Zealand
I am from North Shore Auckland. Regarding to grocery shopping, I always go Chinese groceries in North Cote for meat & vegs for a much cheaper prices. For clothes & shoes, haha,I am quite picky. I like big shopping mills such as Albany or Silvia ... Read More
Which one do you rather to live? NZ or AUS? why? by caddy guy
Any idea?
I think both countries are cool places, its your lifestyle matters. NZ is beautiful and peaceful, which may suit someone enjoying the quietness and slow lifestyles. However, compare with large cosmopolitans,lacking opportunities and entertainment ... Read More
New life, new friends?! by E...
Hi there, I have been in AKL since the 2nd of June, and I want to meet new friends. I am a french female, 22, and I am here for 3 months. If you are interested in having a glass of wine, travel during the week ends and getting out, do not ...
Hello Estelle Wish you make lots of friends in Auckland, and enjoy the big event Rugby World Cup! Read More