Fast-paced and cosmopolitan, Shanghai is lauded as one of the preeminent cities of the modern world since it was singled out as the financial hub of China. However, remnants of an older and more traditional way of life linger in … Read More
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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
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
Booking Cheap Domestic Flights & Travel in China
If you’ve got extra time on your China itinerary, you’ll often save big bucks by skipping the western world’s flight booking engines (kayak, expedia, travelocity, etc.), and going straight to the source in China. Here are our top tips for … Read More