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How to Teach English in Xinjiang, China (Updated 2025)
In this article I want to describe to you the process of finding a good job here with the help of Jan Abbey, an anthropologist and current teacher here in the province. At the end, you will have the chance to sign up for an exclusive newsletter that will send out alerts to job openings throughout the year.
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Is Xinjiang Safe for Travelers? Security & Threats in 2025
The most commonly asked question from people who are planning a trip to China’s western region is this: Is Xinjiang safe for travelers (especially now in 2025)? It’s a legitimate question, particularly since most of what you’ve probably read in the news or heard from friends seems to indicate that you’re putting your life in danger […]
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Do I Need a Special Visa or Permit for Xinjiang in 2025?
Is there a special visa or permit required to travel to Xinjiang in 2025? This is a question that I get quite a few times throughout the travel season (although Covid has pretty much killed any such season now) and there’s conflicting information online. I’d like to help set the record straight so you can […]
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How to Use Instagram in China in 2025
I’ve become addicted to Instagram over the past few years. As it turns out, I’m not the only one. According to the latest numbers, there are 1 BILLION other people around the world who feel the same way every month. My problem, however, is that Instagram is blocked in China. Ugh. So how is it […]
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Best China Visa Service for US Travelers (2025 Updates)
Applying for a visa to China can be a frustratingly complicated ordeal, especially after the pandemic. My passport currently has over 20 different China visas in it so trust me…I understand! If you’re a U.S. citizen like me, using a Chinese visa service isn’t just a luxury, it’s now become a necessity. Let me share […]
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How I Use Gmail in China in 2025 (despite it being blocked)
How do I use Gmail in China in 2025? If you’re like me, you use Gmail / Google Apps suite for business or for personal email. I love everything about using Gmail except for one thing: all Google apps are blocked in China. This means that in order for you to use Gmail in China this […]
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How to Use Facebook in China in 2025
How are you supposed to use Facebook in China when it’s been blocked and inaccessible within the country for over a decade? For years my online work has required me to spend a lot of time on platforms like Instagram, Facebook and Twitter; I often get asked the question: How do I use Facebook in […]
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How to Fly as an Air Courier in 2021
Is it still possible earn extra money flying as an air courier? Back in the day, being an on-board courier used to be a popular travel hack that would get you free flights. Ever since the attacks on September 11th, though, the industry took a nosedive and looked like it would never recover. Now with Covid, […]
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How to: Uyghur Homestay in Xinjiang
One of the most asked questions I receive from travelers who will be heading to Xinjiang this next travel season has to do with homestays. Is it possible to do a Uyghur homestay in Xinjiang?
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How to Open a Sina Account for Email
Traveling to Xinjiang this summer? For those who can’t live without their email while on the road, here is a step-by-step guide to opening an email account on Sina.com.cn, the only mail portal that is open for use in Xinjiang’s post-riot web world.
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From city guides to souvenir guides. From maps to hotel recommendations. Everything you need to plan your Xinjiang travel is here.
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