Many people weigh in on the eternal Beijing vs Shanghai debate—but few, frankly, are qualified to do so.
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The Truth About Shanghai
Whether you’re going as part of a larger trip to China or just because, 3 days in Shanghai is all you need for a proper introduction.
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The Truth About China in 2021 (and Beyond)
The closer the Beijing 2022 Olympics draws, the more likely it is that China will have to re-open to travelers.
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The SAR and the City Above the Sea
There are countless important distinctions between these two cities—and not just that the citizens of one speak Cantonese and the others definitely don’t.
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Whether you’re going as part of a larger trip to China or just because, three days in Shanghai is all you need for a proper introduction.
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Pearl of the Orient
To honor the five year anniversary of my move to Shanghai – and the difficulties I faced while living there – I traveled back to the city to make peace.
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City Wars: Beijing vs. Shanghai
Many of the other expats I met in China were adamant about being either “Beijing People” or “Shanghai People.” Which city is more your style?
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Crouching Tiger, Hidden Daytrip
If you’re in Shanghai and need a break from the hustle-bustle and skyscrapers, the Chinese Grand National Bamboo Forest is nearby Anji is without a doubt the most serene place you can travel without getting on a plane.
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Is All Social Media Blocked in China?
Officially, you can’t access your Facebook or Twitter accounts, YouTube or most free blogging platforms from within China, but there are ways to work around this annoyance.
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EF China: A Serious Warning
Although EF China is far from the worst place I’ve ever worked, little about the company — save for the clean, modern Swedish design sensibilities of its centers — separates it from any of its multinational competitors.
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