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Uncover Shanghai’s Winter Secrets | Food, Hidden Spots & More!
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Navigate Around The City Like The Locals
Do you know that 22nd of September is marked as World Car-Free Day (世界无车日shì jiè wú chē rì)? This day is celebrated to encourage people to reduce the use of private cars and instead use alternative forms of transportation such as walking, cycling, or using public transport. As of 2023, there are more than 4 million cars mobilizing across Shanghai, causing […]
Include These Activities on your Autumn To-Do-List!
It feels like just yesterday we were welcoming the warmth of spring, and now, in a blink of an eye （眨眼之间 zhǎ yǎn zhī jiān）, we are already entering the ninth month of 2023. Fall（秋天 qiū tiān） is approaching soon. You can witness the leaves turn golden as they fall to the ground, feel the air turn crisper, and enjoy the […]
5 Spring Outing Attractions in Shanghai
After a few spots of rain, we ushered in a sunny spring! On this sunny day, let’s pack up and go for a spring outing together.在几场小雨之后，我们迎来了晴朗的春天！ 在阳光正好的日子里，让我们收拾好行李，一起去春游吧。 Mandarin Inn presents a freshly released guide to spring appreciation in Shanghai. Let’s check out and collect it！Mandarin Inn 在此奉上新鲜出炉的上海赏春指南，快快收藏吧！ Top 5 Spring Outing Attractions in Shanghai: Century […]
Do you have an “A Yi” in China?
Are you curious about the meaning of “A Yi,” or perhaps you spell it “I E”, a term that you may have heard many times before? If you have an “A Yi” who assists you with daily tasks and baby caring or if you are interested in learning more about this role, read on. 1.妈妈的姐妹-mā […]
How to say sparkling water in Chinese?
World Water Day is coming. It is an annual United Nations (UN) observance day held on 22nd March, since 1993, to advocate for the sustainable management of freshwater resources. Water resources are closely related to our life. We need to drink water every day to meet our physical needs. What water do you prefer drinking? […]
The Future of Work in China & Working as an Expat in China
Chinese Labor Day（五一劳动节wǔ yī láo dòng jié） is a national holiday in China that takes place on May 1st every year. It is an important holiday in China that celebrates the hard work and contributions of workers to the country's prosperity.
4 Steps to Use Shared Bikes in Shanghai
“世界地球日Shìjiè dìqiú rì”（Earth Day） is an annual event on April 22nd to demonstrate support for environmental protection. The official theme for 2023 is Invest In Our Planet. As a member of our global village, it is our duty to invest our concern and action to ward the natural environment.
2023 Spring blooms in Shanghai
Do you know what day is the 12th of March? It’s the Tree Planting Day. We get connected with mother nature by planting “green”. It was our unchangeable agreement with spring. The love of life and the awe of nature was awakened on the day. Protection for our nature ought to be attached to great […]