Some expats never get out of the "expat" bubble, frequenting the same Western places in the French Concession, Xintiandi and Pudong over and over again. To them, those Chinese faces – they're just there, to serve you at overpriced bar venues, to gape at you on the subway, and to hassle you on the streets to buy their junk. Those expats never get to see the real si...

Teaching ESL in Shanghai can be a great introduction to the city or it can lead to a fruitful career in education. The vocation has increased in popularity amongst both recent post-graduates and seasoned professionals seeking a break from traditional life. It can provide a stable position to those who want to live and work abroad. The most rewarding aspects of teaching ...

Kia X-Games Asia 2012 came to Shanghai for the 6th consecutive time this Labor Day break. In the 3 extreme sports of aggressive in-line, skateboarding and BMX freestyle, money prizes ranged from $500 for 10th place to $8000 for first place. The X-Games were broadcasted live on ESPN across the world, and the four-day event was littered with prize giveaways and performan...

New to Shanghai? Or maybe you're just lacking inspiration? In either case, keep reading, this article has something for everyone. There are a couple of practical necessities I'd recommend getting to make your Shanghai life run a little smoother. My first advice is to get a Chinese telephone number, preferably from China Mobile. They have venues all over town. Shangh...

With the arrival of spring, it's time to get out and discover what surrounds this great place we call home. The first in a series on easy Shanghai day trip destinations, this installment of Shanghai Day Tripper will take a look at the charming canal towns of the Yangtze River Delta.

The Hotel A massive "Egg" sculpture of arching steel softly settled into the ceiling of the Andaz Hotel lobby is the first clue that you've entered a unique space. Andaz is a five-star hotel with the Hyatt brand. There are only six locations world wide and Shanghai is the first in Asia! Focused on guests feeling at home, these hotels look to uncomplicate your stay in...