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Over ten years of articles critiquing this city we live in, from activity lists to deeper culture reads.

Here Are The Numbers On Shanghai's Crazy House Prices

2019-09-09 - By Christopher St Cavish

Fact: Shanghai's houses are more expensive than New York or London. Here's the proof. Put on your thinking caps! Read more...
[Outbound]: Sailing in Burma

2016-02-16 - By Nick Taylor

A trip around the 800 islands in the Mergui Archipelago, a far less traveled part of Myanmar. Read more...
2015: Shanghai's Favorite Eats & Drinks

2015-01-02 - By SmSh

Shanghai chefs, restaurateurs, writers, and other F&B people recall some memorable meals and drinks from 2015. Read more...
2015: Best & Worst Shows

2015-12-23 - By SmSh

Music and nightlife scene-types sound off on the year that was. Shanghai picks the best and worst shows, concerts, nights, and parties of 2015. Read more...
Surfing China

2015-05-22 - By Gydeon Valdes

Flashback to a four day surf trip to Riyue Bay in southeast Hainan. Big waves, cheap living on the beach, ghost hotels. Surf capital PRC. Read more...
Spring 2015 Music Festival Guide

2015-04-15 - By Ian L.

At least eight music festivals happening in and around Shanghai this spring -- here's all the crucial details, lineups, ticket info, and more. SCORPIONS! Read more...
[The List]: Our Ten Favorite Shanghai Galleries & Museums

2015-02-10 - By SmSh

To make your life easier, here's the ten best, most active art venues in the city. And seventeen others. Pics, crucial info, and knowledge inside... Read more...
[Wellbeing]: Hair Salons That Don't Blow

2014-10-30 - By Cindy Kuan

When 20 kuai cuts won't cut it—here's a list of five solid salons to get your hair lookin' fine. Dye-jobs, braids, cuts, and even weaves... Read more...
[Communities] Active Sports Active Social

2014-07-23 - By Andrew Cruz

Dropping some knowledge on ASAS. Everything you need to know about when, where and with whom to play team sports in Shanghai. Read more...
[Communities]: Alcoholics Anonymous

2014-05-28 - By Ian L.

On the serious tip, here's how to find help for alcoholism every day of the week in Shanghai, with new friends ready to support you. Read more...
[Wellbeing]: Nice to Be Kneaded

2013-01-22 - By Zita Fuxjaeger

Four ways to indulge in some winter pampering, from walk-in massages under 100 kuai to ritzy five-star spa treatments at spanking Pudong hotels. Read more...

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