China is a world away from most everywhere in the world but a trip to Shanghai is a must at least once in your lifetime. If all you know of the culture is what you picked up watching Direct tc you’re in for a bit of a culture shock. Here are some of the noticeable differences you’ll encounter in Shanghai
The Crowds – Even if you live in NYC, you’ve never experienced crowds like Read the rest of this entry »
Shanghai is the largest city in terms of population in all of China. Due to the enormous size of this city, there are a million and one things to do. Those that are considering either a short-term or long-term vacation, here are ten reasons on why one should choose Shanghai:
1 The Food: Great selection of food no matter where you go. From authentic Chinese food to a burger bar, this city truly has it all.
2 The Street Atmosphere: No matter where you walk on the streets, you’ll find everything from a man polishing Read the rest of this entry »
There is a lot of different things for the whole family to participate in, in Shanghai. All ages are welcome. Yu Yhan Gardens is one of the best places in Shanghai for families to attend. There are many different koi fish that your children will definitely love looking at. There are many souvenir shops that you can go to with the family to buy some cool things. Another fun family place for the whole family is The Shangahi Zoo. Everyone loves the zoo, and there are so many animals to see, and so much to do in Shangai. It is Read the rest of this entry »
Shanghai is hailed is hailed as the “shopping paradise” and “oriental Paris.” Aside from the tourist attractions, shopping should not be missed if you go to Shanghai; anything you can imagine is for sale in the streets, malls, or department stores. Beneath Shanghai’s numerous shopping malls, flea markets and stalls flourish as people come and go.
WHAT AND WHERE TO SHOP
Silk Products- Silk products are numerous in Shanghai due to its closeness to Suzhou (the finest silk producer in the world). Jiangnan Read the rest of this entry »
Classic luxury draws many visitors because it is pampering, comfort and a feeling of richness so restful. In Shanghai you will find luxury lodging options like The Westin Shanghai, Pudong Shangri-La Shanghai, Fairmont Peace Hotel, and The PuLi Hotel and Spa.
The Westin Shanghai is the newest, brightest star of the historic Bund area. The hotel has over 300 rooms and suites. Equipped with a conference area, spa, recreational activities, dining options and more, visitors are wrapped Read the rest of this entry »
When you travel to Shanghai, China sampling the food is probably a high priority on your list. Luckily, find the best restaurants is easy (Just read this post). We’ve compiled a couple of the best restaurants in Shanghai for you to visit when you make your trek to the city. Forget Italian, American or French food. When in Shanghai, eat Shanghainese. These are some restaurants that are a must-dine that you cannot miss these scrumptious establishments.
Ye Shanghai
Known for its authentic Shanghainese cuisine, Ye Shanghai features a two-story Read the rest of this entry »
There are several great places to stay in Shanghai. The first place is the JW Marriott Hotel. The JW Marriott Hotel has over 342 rooms and is 60 stories high. It is made of glass and steel and is located right at the end of People’s Square. The hotel is within walking distance to all of the local museums and theaters. The second place is the Four Seasons Hotel. The Four Seasons Hotel has 37 floors. It is within distance to the Shanghai Exhibition Centre. It has 421 rooms that have Read the rest of this entry »
People visiting Shanghai for the very first time are often overwhelmed by the vast amount of great tourist attractions that the city has to offer. They are not sure which attraction they should visit first, and are often afraid that they will not have enough time to go to all of the area’s greatest attractions. Therefore, this blog post will make it easier for people visiting Shanghai, by making a list of 5 must see attractions. That way, visitors will at least know which attractions to make Read the rest of this entry »
