Category "shanghai"

What airport should I choose when flying into Shanghai

I am planning a trip to Shanghai and noticed there are two airports: Hongqiao International Airport and Pudong International Airport. Which one should I choose

Shanghai Layover [closed]

I have a 17 hour delay in Shanghai in June and am wondering if anyone has any suggestions on where i should go or where i should stay? I land

Which botanical gardens can I visit in Shanghai?

Unfortunately many resources regarding this topic are in Chinese or behind paywalls. Especially when trying to find this while already in the country (firewall)

Who pays for transit between airports when connecting from PVG to SHA with China Eastern?

I am flying from Tokyo (Haneda Airport) to Delhi via Shanghai. Question In Shanghai, I am landing at Hongqiao International Arpt (SHA) and departing from Pud

Can I use Shanghai subway card on other cities?

I purchased a purple Shanghai subway card with the deposit of RMB 20. Does this card work in other cities, such as Beijing or Tianjin?

Does Shanghai subway card expire after not using for a while?

I had my Shanghai subway card which I purchased with the deposit of 20 RMB and 80 balance. However, it is likely that I won't use it up before leaving the count

How can I avoid the 60 RMB commission at Pudong Airport exchange?

I exchanged my JPY at Pudong Airport for RMB, but the exchange counter charged me an eye-whooping 60 RMB commission for one transaction. It is ridiculous by my

What would happen if you're caught in Beijing with a 144-hour visa exemption for the Shanghai area?

If you fly into Shanghai (and plan to fly out from there as well) and enter on a 144-hour visa exemption, and then take the Train to Beijing to spend the time t

Can I get SIM card at Pudong International Airport?

I want to get a SIM card at arrival at Pudong International Airport, and stay in Shanghai for 14 days. I'm looking for a SIM card that is either from China Uni

Any area or district in Shanghai that you can avoid smokers?

I arrived at Shanghai but for me there are too many smokers on the road, entrances of subway stations, entrances of shops, and parks. Especially I hate those wh

Has anyone had experience with Air China overnight layover at Shanghai?

Layover is over 10 hours and I was wondering if hotel is covered cost-wise? Some websites state Beijing only. If any input can be given, it would very apprecia

Can I purchase unlimited data SIM card in China?

I want to use an unlimited SIM card in China (Shanghai if the city is relevant). There are some SIM cards available in China (e.g. China Unicom and China Mobile

How to choose when to visit Shanghai around Chinese New Year to avoid crowds and high air fares?

I'm traveling to Shanghai from New York (JFK) over the last few weeks of January, most likely during Chinese New Year. Ideally I would like to avoid crowds as w

Can I purchase a SIM card at local branches in China using a credit card?

Since SIM card at Pudong International Airport is so expensive, I'm going to purchase a SIM card at local branches in China/Shanghai. I consider either China Un

Can I keep two laptops with me when flying to Sri Lanka from Shanghai?

I'm planning a trip Shanghai to Sri Lanka. I just bought a new laptop as a gift to a friend. Also I have my laptop as well. I'm wondering whether I'm allowed

Can you easily buy bus tickets in China during Chinese New Year? [closed]

I'm looking for ways to get out of Shanghai at the beginning of Chinese New Year holiday season (21-22 January, possibly one or two days earli

24 hour visa free transit at Shanghai

For the 72 hour visa free transit which is available only for certain nationalities, I found that the 72 hours starts from 00:00 the day following the entry dat

Is the train between Shanghai and Hangzhou smoke-free?

Is the high-speed bullet train between Shanghai and Hangzhou smoke-free? Or does it have any smoking seats entirely separated from the normal seats? I don't m

Internet Data Plans in Shanghai [closed]

I am traveling to Baoshan, Shanghai and would be staying there for two months. I need a good Internet plan as I am enrolled in some online pla

Can I use valid US B1/B2 visa to transit in NY & LA?

My nationality is Vietnamese and I have a flight heading to Vietnam. I have to transit in New York, Los Angeles, and Shanghai on the way (each will be just max