The Future is now: Buy Chinese Train Tickets Online

By Zolzaya Erdenebileg Ctrip is a convenient ticket purchasing resource for anyone looking to do some travelling within China. Previously, you had to go to the train station or one of the booking offices around town, but now a simple … Read More

Two Hipster Hotspots to Add to Your Beijing Itinerary

By Zolzaya Erdenebileg So you’ve heard of the Great Wall that runs an estimated length of 6,200 km, Tiananmen Square that pays tribute to Chairman Mao and that other famous place called The Forbidden City, or something like that. But can you … Read More

How To Spend A Day At The Bund

By Zolzaya Erdenebileg The Bund (外滩 wàitān) is a symbol of Shanghai’s cosmopolitan and international personality. It is a must-see for visitors to Shanghai, but besides strolling the promenade, what is there to actually do? To make your visit to one … Read More

Kid-Friendly Shanghai Bars

Kids in tow, but still want to check out Shanghai’s burgeoning bar and cocktail scene? The good thing is that Shanghai doesn’t seem to have any regulations on kids in areas where alcohol is being served. It’s quite common to … Read More

Banh Mi is Back!

If you know us, you’ve heard us rave about banh mi sandwiches. We’re talking about pate, pork in some deliciously barbecued, smoked and grilled form or another, pickled vegetables, cilantro – all piled on a freshly baked baguette… Our mouths … Read More