Ideal for independent travellers, this guidebook to Shanghai and Southern China, written by China experts, goes beyond the basics. It blends must-see sights with hidden gems and offers unmatched practical guidance for seamless planning and on-the-go exploration. Packed with in-depth advice often missing from other guides, it helps you navigate with ease. From using public transport to discovering the best dining, accommodations, and local experiences, this guide covers it all. Every detail you need for a smooth and enriching journey. Inside this Shanghai and Southern China travel book, you'll find: - Regional deep dive - in-depth coverage of key areas with curated experiences and honest reviews - Itinerary samples - tailored plans for different trip lengths and travel styles - Practical information - essential tips on getting there, using public transport, avoiding crowds, saving time and money, and traveling responsibly - Expert recommendations - insider advice on the best places to eat, drink, stay, and enjoy nightlife or outdoor activities - Seasonal tips - when to go to Shanghai and Southern China, climate details, and festival highlights to plan your perfect trip - Must-see pick - unmissable sights handpicked by our authors - The Bund in Shanghai, Classical Gardens of Suzhou, West Lake in Hangzhou, Hong Kong Harbour views, Ping'an Finance Centre in Shenzhen, Shamian Island, Tiger Leaping Gorge, Hongcun, Lamma Island in Hong Kong, Sichuanese teahouses, Yangzi River cruise, Oct Loft in Shenzhen, minority villages of Yunnan, Sanya, Flying Tigers/Stilwell Museum - Easy-to-use maps - colour-coded maps highlighting essential spots for dining, accommodation, shopping and entertainment - Cultural insights - engaging stories on local history, arts, and traditions for a deeper understanding of Shanghai and Southern China - Inspiring travel photography - stunning full-color images capturing the essence of Shanghai and Southern China, and fueling your wanderlust - Designed for comfort and sustainability - a velvet soft-touch cover for a secure grip and premium uncoated paper from responsibly sourced materials - Bonus eBook - free download with purchase for added convenience - Coverage includes: Shanghai and around, the eastern seaboard, the Yangzi basin, Fujian, Guangdong and Hainan Island, Hong Kong and Macau, Guangxi and Guizhou, Yunnan, Sichuan and Chongqing Travel smart and experience Shanghai and Southern China with confidence. Let this guide to Shanghai and Southern China be your trusted companion to must-see sights, hidden gems, and local secrets for an unforgettable adventure.
Rough Guides are written by expert authors who are passionate about both writing and travel. They have detailed knowledge of the areas they write about--having either traveled extensively or lived there--and their expertise shines through on every page. It's priceless information, delivered with wit and insight, providing the down-to-earth, honest read that is the hallmark of Rough Guides. Thomas Bird has been wandering Asia so long he can't remember quite how long. His words have appeared in a host of international publications including BBC Travel, South China Morning Post and Nikkei Asia. Bird has co-authored more than 20 guidebooks. His travelogue Harmony Express: Travels by Train Through China was published in 2023 by Earnshaw Books. He likes craft beer and the teachings of Zhuangzi. Christopher Cottrell made media in China between 2003 and 2021, and now covers the Middle Kingdom from Thailand. He has contributed with Macau Business, New York Times, South China Morning Post, and once upon a time was a food and drink editor at that's Shanghai magazine. His favourite Chinese foods are Chongqing hot pot, Shanghai xiao long bao soup dumplings, and Macau back alley pork chop buns. He has a forthcoming media memoir called Swing Dynasty about forging magazines and media in China during the early 2000s. Terry Duckham first visited China on assignment for Cathay Pacific Airways in 1979. He then moved to Hong Kong from Sydney, Australia, in 1980 and eventually established Asiapix Studios, a photography, design and media services company, working throughout China, Southeast Asia and the Pacific. Terry has worked closely with Odyssey Guides & Maps as Managing Editor and contributor, and a number of local publications, including Quest magazine, Action Asia, Macau Motor Sports, Asian Boating, Over Hong Kong, The Correspondent and South China Morning Post, as well as mainstream international media. Andrew Wells-Qu is a Chinese-American philosopher with 15 years in China. His way began with perplexity in ancient Greece, grew further mystified through Daoism, and has lately descended into Buddhism. His forthcoming book is on the sacred mountains of China. He is now based in Shanghai with 1 dog and 5 cats (at last count).
