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jennyzhu
Posted on: Big Bed
May 7, 2009 at 5:59 AMevasiege,
Go to this page http://chinesepod.com/contact
Our customer service colleagues will help you do it. Must be an unsettling yet refreshing experience to live without computer for a while.
You can go to 'help' section at the bottom of this page for customer support.
Posted on: Big Bed
May 7, 2009 at 2:09 AMchangye,
How much do those sleeping capsules cost per night?
Posted on: Big Bed
May 7, 2009 at 1:43 AMA number of visiting Poddies have asked us for accommodation advice in Shanghai. Since we are on the subject today, I will make some suggestions.
Reliable budget hotels:
1. Motel 168. It has a massive number of outlets in Shanghai, all conveniently located. As the number suggests, rates are around RMB168, very cheap in a place like Shanghai. Clean rooms and safe. If you want something a bit fancier, the chain also operates a number of Motel 268 in town.
2. Home Inn, a chain similar to Motel 168 at roughly the same price point.
Pricier options:
The big name 5 star hotels can set you back up to RMB 2500 per night. But some locally owned luxury hotels are a good bargain costing around RMB500-600 per night.
Boutique hotels:
There are a few in the French Concession, almost all in old European style houses built in the 20's and 30's. They are pricey though.
Room with a view (and affordable):
I have recommended this hotel to many people. It is the PuJiang Hotel at the tip of the Bund, near the Russian Consulate. Charles Chaplin stayed here during his visit. It is state-owned now, making them cheaper than international chains. They have renovated the rooms 2 years ago. The rates are around RMB600.
Posted on: Big Bed
May 7, 2009 at 1:30 AMMiantiao,
Well explained re 预定 and 预订. I wonder if the majority of native speakers know the distinction.
Posted on: 未来世界大战
May 7, 2009 at 1:28 AMhutudan,
The military is the cornerstone of the PRC. Aside from national defence hardliners, the military is weaved into daily life in China. For example, a large number of hospitals are military ones and a lot of civilians seek treatment there; when a natural disaster strikes, relief efforts are primarily carried out by the military; many popular actors and singers belong to military 'entertainment troups' and are frequently on TV. In my own family, both sides of my grandparents are from the military. My mom and dad also both served in the navy and air force respectively.
Posted on: Excuses for Being Late
May 5, 2009 at 10:05 AMazzote,
Noted. The background music in this lesson is a bit too loud and distracting. Won't happen again.
Posted on: Excuses for Being Late
May 5, 2009 at 10:03 AMmikenotinjubei,
It is definitely a tough time for expats. But like you said, it'd be great to go back home after being away for so long and enjoy the perks at home. I am really glad to hear you have kept up in your Chinese study in Japan. You must have put in tremendous effort. 希望你越学越好！
Posted on: Excuses for Being Late
May 5, 2009 at 6:35 AMmikenotinjubei,
Welcome back! Hope all has been well. Where are you now?
Posted on: Excuses for Being Late
May 5, 2009 at 1:40 AMI was once late for work because my dad locked the door from the outside. Unlikely excuse, but true.
Posted on: Big Bed
May 7, 2009 at 6:01 AMchangye,
That's pricey, but it's definitely an experience.