This article details a journey exploring Xinshan, including finding a new home, exploring local amenities, and enjoying the local cuisine.
Settling In: The Search for a New Home
The speaker is looking for a place to live and work in Xinshan, ultimately renting a three-room house for 3200 RMB. The decision to rent an empty house allows for customization, transforming it into a combined living and office space. The speaker plans to designate rooms for guests and personal use.
Community and Amenities
Exploring the Building
The speaker explores the building's facilities, including the table tennis room and sauna. The table tennis room is a welcome discovery, offering a recreational outlet. It’s possible to book appointments to use the facilities through the property management.
Resident Demographics
The building is home to a diverse community, including locals from Malaysia (accounting for 60-70% of residents), Chinese residents, and some foreigners from Singapore. It is noted that some residents are retirees. The building also has two swimming pools.
The New Apartment
Initial Impressions
The speaker is satisfied with the three-room apartment and brings an audience to view it. The apartment offers a space for shoes upon entry.
Room Selection
The speaker plans to allocate rooms for specific purposes, including a guest room for a friend from Singapore. The view from the apartment and the functionality of the water heater are also assessed.
Culinary Adventures
Late-Night Eats
The speaker indulges in local late-night snacks, including durian from a nearby stall. The durian and red shrimp are highlighted as particularly delicious, despite the late hour. The speaker also interacts with the stall owner, attempting to speak Malay.
A Midnight Durian Feast
The speaker enjoys the durian, describing it as soft and comparable to "cat ginseng". The experience of eating durian at midnight is considered a unique and enjoyable experience.
Dinner Plans
The speaker is having duck meat, char siu barbecue and a cup of coffee for dinner at the total cost of $19.
Meeting New People
The speaker encounters a YouTuber from Kuala Lumpur. This interaction highlights the growing online presence and networking opportunities in the area.
Setting Up the Workspace
Initial Cleaning and Arrangement
The speaker and their team begin cleaning and setting up the new apartment. There's a preference for a minimalist space, opting to add tables instead of sofas to facilitate filming and collaborative work.
Rationale Behind the Space
The speaker clarifies that the rented house serves as a staff dormitory and workspace, not a real estate sales office. The goal is to create a functional environment for collaboration and content creation, eliminating the need to commute to an office daily.
Reflections on Independence
Adjusting to Solo Living
The speaker reflects on the challenges of living alone for the first time, having previously relied on family for support. This marks a significant step towards independence and self-reliance.
Future Plans and Collaborations
The speaker intends to explore Xingshan and invites collaboration. The aim is to build a successful venture in the area with their team.
Arrival of a Guest
A Surprise Visit
A friend arrives, expressing surprise at the location. The friend is quickly integrated into the new living space.
Reactions to the New Home
The friend jokingly remarks on potentially staying indefinitely, highlighting the appeal of the new environment. They examine the new Airbnb and offer opinions on its aesthetics and condition.
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