I've worked at Robert's School for four years very happily. They have centres around Kunming. Run by an English guy and his Chinese wife, it has a great atmosphere and is definitely in it for the "education" rather than just as a "business". It's one of the largest private language schools in Kunming and has been around for 10+ years. They usually have vacancies for professional, qualified foreign teachers, and will arrange work visas for foreigners who join the school. The main HQ is near JianSheLu, NW of Green Lake. Contact is rslchina@yahoo.co.uk or drop me a PM.
I used Richland hospital for some time. They were friendly and there was little waiting to see an English-Speaking doctor. They were able to perform a wide variety of (fairly expensive) tests. However, I didn't get any better and some of their "treatments" made things worse over time. I'm afraid I lost confidence in them after 3-4 months. On my final visit they couldn't find an English-speaking doctor and I haven't been back since. .... just my personal experience to add to the advice!
I've experiences difference experiences to tigertiger's. I passed the Chinese driving test last year and am continually amazed at how frequently Chinese drivers ignore or break what are (supposedly) the driving laws. It's as if they pass the test (presumably - many cheat, I know) and then do whatever they like. But I do agree that studying for the test is better than "cheating" your way through it. Chinese road signs and traffic rules are often different form western ones and it helps to know what you should be doing (even if nobody else seems to be)!
Why does CCTV5 insist on showing 70-80% of a live event and then cutting to some other recorded minority-interest event? So frustrating and unprofessional! And as for their logos - continually covering the scores. How difficult is it to move the logo to an info-free orner of the screen? Grrrrr....
"Thankfully" my bride-to-be only has one relative, so we are spared the pig-killing and bribery (I assume!). Many thanks to you all for the congrats and the great advice. Much appreciated. All the best to you too, Dan.
As an e-bike user myself, the sooner the better for making helmets compulsory, but I see no sign of it being enforced as yet. Why not also fine those who use their phones while driving or who drive up the roads the wrong way or who don't indicate or......
Price is now 100RMB for adults, 70RMB for children.
Some of the animal areas are as far as 10+km from the entrance - you can buy a hop on/off bus ticket for 60RMB per person, but there are also clearly marked walkways for those who are full of energy.
Everything inside is pretty expensive - consider bringing a picnic.
Many of the animals are in large outdoor enclosures. Some are caged. The park calls itself a safari, but this is not a "drive your car amongst the animals" thing. It's more like a decent western zoo.
There are places to handle/be photographed with animals, for a fee. Also, some kids amusements.
The animal show is free, but a waste of time (unless you love watching goats, sheep, pigs, horses etc!!).
Good labelling i English thorughout.
Prague cafe used to be my favourite cafe in Wenlin area but I went for lunch there today after a few months away and it's really gone downhill (new owners?). The menu was a photocopy, the food was lacklustre and much more expensive than before, the decor was dull and the service so-so. I won't be back there anytime soon.
It's open! And it's free. And its terrific for kids.
The museum is surprisingly interactive (although only 2/3 of the attractions are working) and modern (VR, simulators, touchscreens, etc). Sadly, no English on any of the displays but the fun is in trying to work out how the exhibits work and what they are supposed to be showing. Well worth a visit.
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Helmets for all: New e-bike regulations rolled out
Posted byTwo months on - business as usual. Shame.
Helmets for all: New e-bike regulations rolled out
Posted byAs an e-bike user myself, the sooner the better for making helmets compulsory, but I see no sign of it being enforced as yet. Why not also fine those who use their phones while driving or who drive up the roads the wrong way or who don't indicate or......
Fight for Charity Preview – Paul vs Tudou
Posted by....title should read "Tudou", not "Tuduo"
Return of Kunming street markets
Posted by2 million e-bikes. Wow!
Travel in the times of Ebola — and Covid-19
Posted byWow. Impressive guy!