Wukang to Anfu: the 1.5km behind Shanghai's most photographed corner
What the walk looks like once you keep going past the photographed corner.
Lujiazui Skyline: shoot it from the Bund, cross over anyway
Most people photograph Lujiazui from the wrong side. Here's why the iconic shot is from the Bund — and why crossing over is still worth it.
The Bund
30 minutes before sunset. Walk north. That's the whole trick.
Stop bringing $2000 cash to China
You don't need $2000 USD. You don't need ATM trips. You need Alipay, ¥1000 cash, and 2 credit cards. Here's the honest 2026 stack.
Getting Around China Without Losing Your Mind (2026 Guide)
Honest. Updated 2026. No affiliate links. China has one of the best transportation networks in the world. The metro is fast and cheap. The high-speed trains are genuinely jaw-dropping. Getting
How to Stay Online in China — Without a VPN
Most "best VPN for China" guides are written by people who get paid per click. Here's what foreign travellers actually need in 2026 — honest, no affiliate links.
Every App You Need in China
Here's a secret most China travel guides won't tell you: you don't need 15 apps. You need 2, and one of them does almost everything. I&