Qingdao, China
What do I need to know before retiring in Qingdao?
When we asked people what advice they would give someone preparing to move to Qingdao, they said...
"Qingdao is a vibrant city with a variety of attractions for retirees. Before retiring in Qingdao, it is important to understand the climate, cost of living and health care options. The city experiences four distinct seasons, with hot and humid summers and cold winters. Expats must consider their housing options carefully, as the cost of living in Qingdao is generally considered to be quite expensive. It is also important to familiarize yourself with the health care system, as there is no public health care in China and expats will need to arrange private medical insurance. The city has a wide range of international and private clinics, as well as a number of international hospitals, providing access to high quality medical care," wrote a member who made the move to Qingdao, China, China.
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"Pick up copies of the "Redstar" magazine and "The Qingdao Expat." They will tell you where to meet other expats and what things are going on," explained one expat living in Qingdao, China.
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What do I need to know before retiring in Qingdao?
If you live in Qingdao, newcomers to Qingdao would love to hear your answer to this question.
About the Author
Joshua Wood, LPC joined Expat Exchange in 2000 and serves as one of its Co-Presidents. He is also one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. Prior to Expat Exchange, Joshua worked for NBC Cable (MSNBC and CNBC
Primetime). Joshua has a BA from Syracuse and a Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Mr. Wood is also a licensed counselor and psychotherapist.
Some of Joshua's articles include Pros and Cons of Living in Portugal, 10 Best Places to Live in Ireland and Pros and Cons of Living in Uruguay. Connect with Joshua on LinkedIn.
