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6 articles
How to learn Mandarin quickly: 10 tips
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Mandarin Chinese has a bit of a reputation as a hard language to learn. But, if you’re keen to master the world’s second most widely spoken language, ...

5 reasons why you should study abroad in Singapore
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Small but mighty Singapore is a melting pot of cultures, where food, cleanliness and shopping are all taken very seriously. It also boasts many top ac...

10 hidden gems in Singapore
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Once you’ve explored the impressive Gardens by the Bay, shopped ‘till you dropped on Orchard Road and visited the iconic Raffles Hotel, head out in se...

Why learn Chinese
4 min read 4 min

When I think of the Chinese language, at least personally, I start to feel overwhelmed. I can’t say the various “mā, má, mǎ and mà” sounds and there a...

The best Chinese New Year celebrations (outside of China)
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It’s Chinese New Year again – and what better way to celebrate than joining in the lunar fun in the world’s most fascinating cities? Chinatowns the pl...

To Chopstick or Not? Chinese Customs Made Easy
3 min read 3 min

Everything is different in China, which is exactly why it’s such an exciting place to visit. In order to lessen the effect of the culture shock, we co...