Brush up on Chinese Gift Giving Faux Pas
The gift-giving culture in China is different than that in the West.
Browsing: Christmas
Five Places to Book for Christmas Dinner With Less Than a Week to go
Haven’t made plans for Christmas dinner yet? Never fear, these restaurants still have great Christmas dining options available, and they’re family-friendly to boot!
Get Out of the Cold: Holiday Staycation Offers For the Entire Family
Pick one of these fabulous staycation deals on offer in Beijing to experience the joys of being away from home this holiday season!
Can COVID-19 Stop the Christmas Magic?
It’s going to be a bit hard to explain Santa to the kids amidst COVID-19, but we’ve got some suggestions.
Doll Up Your Yuletide: Five Places For Xmas Decor in Beijing
It’s not just about the tree – there’s also the ornaments, the lights, the wreaths … and the creepy animatronic Santas. While Taobao seems to be the answer for everything these days, there’s nothing that says “tis the season” like browsing for your holiday gear in person.
We Have Spiders to Thank for Tinsel, and Other Odd International Christmas Stories
Beijing attracts people from all over the world, and with international families come global stories.
Maker’s Corner: Deck Your Home with These Holiday Crafts
No need for fancy craft materials when you have paper, glue, and a good imagination!
Telling Our Family’s Expat Stories Through Our Trees
We may live a life in transit, but a Christmas tree allows us to recall good times and good friends through its ornaments.
Toys for Tots: How To Donate Toys and Enjoy Great Christmas Goodies
Many kids in Beijing, and indeed China from less advantaged backgrounds tend to slip away from our minds as we trudge along in our expat bubbles, recreating Christmas festivities from our home countries in our new Beijing home. Let us however not forget that this season is also a season of giving to those who might not have the same blessings in our lives as we do.
Bundle Up and Join the Holiday Cheer All Across Beijing!
No need to visit any big store this holiday season. You can buy all your gifts from local artisans right here in Beijing!