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Shanghai’s Fuzhou Road: More than Just a Book Street
Shanghai’s Fuzhou Road: More than Just a Book Street
Apr 16, 2012 Comments (0)

One of Shanghai’s oldest streets, Fuzhou Road is peppered with book and stationary stores, hence its nickname “Shanghai Book Street”. However, there’s more to this street than just books; read on for a few of the most noteworthy venues along the street. Read More>>

Tianzifang: Shanghai’s Arts and Crafts Mecca
Tianzifang: Shanghai’s Arts and Crafts Mecca
Apr 02, 2012 Comments (1)

With a total of 379 stores ranging from art galleries and studios, to art and craft stores, to fashion boutiques, restaurants, and cafes, Tianzifang is more than just a tourist stop: it’s one of Shanghai’s creative industry bubbles. Read More>>

Jing’an Villas: Laowai Paradise at Lane 1025 Nanjing Xi Lu
Jing’an Villas: Laowai Paradise at Lane 1025 Nanjing Xi Lu
Feb 13, 2012 Comments (0)

Previously a burial ground area for Chaozhou families, and then hub to Shanghai’s social elites prior to the Cultural Revolution, Lane 1025 of Nanjing Xi Lu, now nicknamed Jing’an Villas, has transformed into a creative and eclectic centre of leisure. Read More>>

Cool Again: The Rebirth of Shanghai’s Cool Docks
Cool Again: The Rebirth of Shanghai’s Cool Docks
Feb 03, 2012 Comments (0)

This time last year, things weren’t looking so hot for the Cool Docks on the South Bund. What had been ambitiously vaunted as a new Xintiandi just had a few decent venues. But a crop of new restaurants means that the Cool Docks are most definitely cool again. Read More>>

Streets Ahead: Discovering the Gems of Yongkang Lu
Streets Ahead: Discovering the Gems of Yongkang Lu
Jan 20, 2012 Comments (0)

Shanghai’s latest go-to street has been rising in our estimations for the past few months. Now home to bakeries, cafés, galleries, and even a fish and chip shop, Yongkang Lu deserves a visit if you haven’t been yet. Read More>>

Luxury Lost in Nature: Naked Stables Private Reserve
Luxury Lost in Nature: Naked Stables Private Reserve
Oct 31, 2011 Comments (0)

Nestled on 60 acres in the foothills surrounding the Shanghai area’s most famous mountain, Moganshan, naked Stables Private Reserve is intent on taking the concept of an eco resort to the next level. Read More>>

The Transformation of Shanghai’s World Expo Site
The Transformation of Shanghai’s World Expo Site
Oct 24, 2011 Comments (0)

If you were living in Shanghai last year, you may have heard of a little thing called the “Expo.” But alas, it came and went in a flash, and now we’re left with… what, exactly? What has become of that 6.68 kilometre stretch of Expo desert? Well… a lot, actually. Read More>>

A Cinephile’s Guide to Shanghai
A Cinephile’s Guide to Shanghai
Oct 07, 2011 Comments (0)

A sprawling metropolis like Shanghai is the perfect place to enjoy film in a variety of ways. With movie theatres and DVD shops everywhere, the city has become a hotbed for cinema lovers. If watching movies is a favourite pastime of yours, check out our guide on how get the “full” movie experience in Shanghai. Read More>>

Shanghai's Best (and Closest!) Beaches
Shanghai's Best (and Closest!) Beaches
Jul 11, 2011 Comments (1)

Everyone's looking for a beach getaway during these hot summer months. Check out the best beaches that are no more than a few hours drive from Shanghai – you might be surprised at how close your shore vacation can be! Read More>>

Shanghai’s Top 5 Spots for a Picnic
Shanghai’s Top 5 Spots for a Picnic
May 13, 2011 Comments (2)

Shanghai’s Spring season normally swoops by in the blink of an eye: so all you food-loving outdoor types, (or outdoor-loving food types) NOW is the time to grab a hamper and go for a picnic! Let us show you where to spread your blanket. Read More>>

The Relationship Minefield: 4 Challenges for Multicultural Couples

The Relationship Minefield: 4 Challenges for Multicultural Couples

Jumping into a relationship with someone from a different culture can be a bit like stepping onto a minefield. Challenges abound, and no matter how much a couple loves each other, sometimes the difficulties get the best of us. Here we look at four of the biggest challenges of multicultural couples in China. More>>