This Week on beijingkids: What’s “shocking” this time of year? Zapping nuisance, financial struggles of a Beijing international school, travel hacks this October holiday, and more!
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“No Soap, No Pencils”: Former BISS Teachers Describe Life at Crisis-Hit School
Several former teachers from Beijing BISS International School detail the “mismanagement” and “environment of mistrust” as the school fails to deliver on its promise to pay outstanding wages of several faculty and staff.
Find Your “Cake Buddy” With New Cake Lovers Group
If there’s one thing this city’s not short of, it’s delicious cake… but what if you only want a slice, not a whole one? A Beijing expat has come up with an ingenious solution.
De-Stress, Don’t Distress: The Methods to Reduce Stress
Overwhelmed by your workload and the relentless pace of life in the city? Give yourself a break; here’s how you can do it.
A Shocking Fact: You Can Prevent Static Shocks With These Simple Tips
They’re shocking and irritating: those static shocks that jolt our very existence at this time of year. But here’s some shocking news: you can reduce your risk of experiencing this zapping nuisance!
If You’re Travelling in This National Holiday Period…
Ten Things to Do During the Golden Week
October is the perfect time of year to squeeze in some local sightseeing, but be sure to save the major tourist haunts for another time. Here are ten suggestions to keep the kids busy during the holiday.
Five Tips to Beat the Crowds at Beijing’s Tourist Hubs
Over 60 percent of the population plans to travel during the October holiday season, so how can one enjoy the sites and still avoid the crowds?
6 Hacks for Visiting (and Actually Enjoying) the Forbidden City
Still want to explore the Forbidden City, even if it’s the last place you should be during the Golden Week? Here are a few tricks which can make your visit there tolerable, if not actually pleasant.
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