Everyone's looking for a beach getaway during these hot summer months. Unfortunately, Shanghai is not exactly renowned for its clear, blue ocean and soft, sandy shore. Nevertheless, there are some options relatively close by for those willing to venture ... Read More>>
So your time in Shanghai is coming to a close. Whether it's because you're changing jobs, changing significant others, or just tired of playing the China game, leaving this place can be harder than you expect. While you've had plenty of experiences – both ... Read More>>
With the weather warming up and spring (hopefully) on the horizon, now is the perfect time to start thinking about outdoor sports. While Shanghai may not seem like the ideal place to pursue things like hiking, camping, or biking, there are plenty of places ... Read More>>
Shanghai is a massive city, but it really doesn’t take very long to see all the main attractions. Once you’ve done the Bund, the museums, the French Concession stroll, People’s Square, and Yu Yuan, there isn’t an awful lot else. But we’ve dug up some ... Read More>>
There is no shortage of rooftop patios in Shanghai, so we’ve decided to uncover the best spots one area at a time. Under the microscope in this edition: The Bund – Shanghai’s ever famous waterfront area and magnet of fine wining and dining. Read More>>
There are a plethora of smartphone and it can be exhausting trying to find the right apps for travelling and living in Shanghai. Well, we’ve tried out a few of the more useful ones and aggregated a list of the ones that are worth downloading. Read More>>
The weather is warming up in Shanghai and you know what that means – time to open the windows, turn on the fans, and get the hell out of your apartment into the great outdoors! This article introduces four fantastic spots for nature walks near Shanghai. Read More>>
Shanghai may be known as a pulsating city with a thriving nightlife, dining and shopping scene, but what many may not know is that the city is also home to numerous forest parks. If it’s respite from the urban jungle that you need, consider heading to one ... Read More>>
Historical isn’t a word you’d usually associate with Shanghai’s architecture. It’s a thoroughly modern city on the surface – multi-storied apartment blocks, sky-high office towers, glass-fronted malls. But look a bit closer and you’ll find a whole ... Read More>>
Whether you are living in or simply visiting Shanghai, it is quite difficult not to experience the Bund. Want to eat at the most famous restaurants? Visit the Bund. Want to have a cocktail at the trendiest bars? Go to the Bund. Want to experience the most ... Read More>>
Xintiandi is one of Shanghai’s must-see sites. The renovated shikumen (stone-door) lanes offer a glimpse of Shanghai gone-by, and are teeming with boutique stores, upmarket restaurants and cool little cafés. Find out which are worth your time, with our ... Read More>>
With the recent sizzling heat wave over Shanghai, you may be forgiven for mistaking the city for a giant sauna. Why not head to one of Shanghai’s water parks and cool down through the power of water? Read More>>
Summer is here so what better way to enjoy the charms of the city than by lounging on an outdoor patio? Our second entry of an ongoing series profiles everyone’s favorite Shanghai staple: the former French Concession. Read More>>
Tucked away between the better known streets of Shaanxi Lu and Maoming Lu lies a quirky little avenue full of art, fashion, and great food. Jinxian Lu provides the perfect place to stroll while shopping for those hard-to-find outfits and accessories. Stop ... Read More>>
The former French Concession is full of pretty, tree-lined streets lined with boutiques, bars, and cafes, but Xinle Lu has to be one of the most picturesque. Running east from the crossroads of Fumin Lu and Dongu Lu down to Shaanxi Lu, Xinle was known as ... Read More>>
Kangding Lu runs from Wanhangdu Lu in the west, cutting a swathe across the north of Jing’an District until it reaches Suzhou Creek and turns into Nan Suzhou Lu. While taken up with residential and office buildings for much of its length, Kangding Lu is ... Read More>>
Shanghai may well be an urban jungle, but locating actual foliage, blossoms and greenery to spruce up your apartment can sometimes be a bit of a challenge. In addition to being aesthetically pleasing, houseplants can have numerous health benefits as well. ... Read More>>
The spring season which seems to last, oh, all of about two weeks here in Shanghai is upon us, so now is the time to jump on that age old tradition we all know and love from childhood – going on a picnic! Admittedly it can be difficult to find a patch of ... Read More>>
Shanghai is not only great for shopping and living the high life, but it is also home to three great forest parks. Exchange the heels and suits for outdoor gear and barbeque equipment in the Shanghai forest parks listed below. Read More>>
Let's face it: Shanghai is a concrete jungle. With a population upwards of 20 million, it's really hard to just get piece of mind, a square meter to call your own for ten minutes or even just to enjoy reading a novel without someone reading over your ... Read More>>
Taikang Lu itself can seem quite unassuming until one happens to stroll down its seemingly random side lanes. Then it opens up into maze of boho chic cafes, eclectic knickknack shops, and trendy artists studios. Read More>>
You don’t need to go far to get away from the obnoxious crowds and noxious clouds of Shanghai. Here we’ve rounded up three of the best places to escape, none of them more than a few hours from the city. Three famous mountain retreats – Moganshan, ... Read More>>
The towns of Hangzhou and Suzhou are famous for their lakes and canals. Lying just a couple of hours from Shanghai, they are a firm favourite for tourists, and city dwellers eager for some peace and quiet. But what if you’ve already seen Hangzhou ... Read More>>
Shanghai is a city that never sleeps – a metropolis that pulsates with even more excitement as the night progresses. While Shanghai's bar and club scene is certainly one of the most bustling ones in China, not all after-dark fun has to necessarily involve ... Read More>>