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First Time In Shanghai, China 🇨🇳 This City Is Amazing!
First Time In Shanghai China Exploring Quiet Neighborhoods
Shanghai completely surprised us. The mix of modern city life and authentic local culture feels unlike anywhere else we’ve been. We especially loved exploring the quieter neighborhoods away from the tourist areas 👀
Join us as we share our honest first impressions of Shanghai and what life here...
Shanghai completely surprised us. The mix of modern city life and authentic local culture feels unlike anywhere else we've been. We especially loved exploring the quieter neighborhoods away from the tourist areas. Join us as we share our honest first impressions of Shanghai and what life here actually feels like. Would you ever visit or live in Shanghai?
Shanghai completely surprised Malin and Jakob. The mix of modern city life and authentic local culture feels unlike anywhere else they've been. They especially loved exploring the quieter neighborhoods away from the tourist areas. Join them as they share their honest first impressions of Shanghai and what life here actually feels like. Would you ever visit or live in Shanghai?
Shanghai completely surprised us. The mix of modern city life and authentic local culture feels unlike anywhere else we've been. We especially loved exploring the quieter neighborhoods away from the tourist areas. Join us as we share our honest first impressions of Shanghai and what life here actually feels like. Would you ever visit or live in Shanghai?
From the moment Malin and Jakob arrived in Shanghai, they were struck by how green, quiet, and clean the city felt compared to Vietnam. The electric scooters glided silently, making the streets feel almost peaceful. Their first stop, Yu Garden, was bustling with tourists from Italy and Spain, but they quickly escaped to the local neighborhoods they truly loved. They hunted down viral Instagram spots, including Matcha Wang with its adorable sheep latte art and the famous Teddy Bear Cafe. The pistachio latte at Mietal Hands was just okay, but the matcha at Matcha Wang genuinely impressed them with its vanilla bean sweetness. Staying connected in China required specific apps like Amap, DiDi, WeChat, and Alipay. The Wi-Fi was unreliable, but Holafly's eSIM with built-in VPN saved them, keeping them online across Instagram and YouTube. They also stumbled upon a stunning cherry blossom season that followed their planned route through Seoul and Japan. The Jing'an Temple dazzled with gold details, and the surrounding creative park offered cool brand hubs. The Louis Vuitton flagship store and the world's largest Starbucks roastery were unexpected highlights. Malin found Butterful and Creamorous bakery by accident, scoring a matcha croissant. Along Nanjing Road, the world's longest shopping street, they enjoyed the calm of People's Park, marveling at how Shanghai balanced 30 million people with lush green spaces. Wukang Road reminded them of Tokyo's Shibuya, with crowds snapping photos of a famous building. For their final night, they watched the sunset at the north Bund, then feasted on duck with caviar at Yongxing and dumplings at Lailai Xiao Long. The futuristic No.3 Warehouse restaurant delivered more spectacle than flavor, while the Zzer outlet for pre-loved designer goods was a paradise. They ended at Manner Coffee for one last skyline view. Shanghai completely won them over.
Shanghai surprised Malin and Jakob at every turn. From the quiet hum of electric scooters to the stunning cherry blossoms, the city blends modern energy with peaceful green spaces. They explored viral spots like Matcha Wang and the Teddy Bear Cafe, but found real magic in local neighborhoods and the Bund at sunset. A must-see for curious travelers.
Malin and Jakob explore Shanghai's vibrant streets, viral cafes, and serene parks, finding a perfect blend of modernity and local charm.
First Impressions of Shanghai: Viral Cafes, Local Neighborhoods & Bund
3:18 Essential apps for China travel include Amap for navigation, DiDi for rides, WeChat and Alipay for payments. Without them, getting around is difficult.
3:34 Wi-Fi in China can be unreliable; a travel eSIM with built-in VPN like Holafly helps maintain access to Instagram, Facebook and YouTube.
5:43 Visit popular spots like the Teddy Bear Cafe on weekdays to avoid long weekend queues which can be two to three times longer.
7:43 The Louis Vuitton flagship store requires a reservation to enter and purchase items, but it's worth visiting just for the architecture.
10:35 Shanghai's green spaces like People's Park offer a quiet escape from the city noise, thanks to electric vehicles reducing pollution.
12:16 No.3 Warehouse is a futuristic restaurant with a space-like atmosphere; the experience is more impressive than the food itself.
12:34 Designer lovers should visit Zzer outlet outside Shanghai for authentic secondhand luxury goods at good prices.
3:18 Essential apps for China travel include Amap for navigation, DiDi for rides, WeChat and Alipay for payments. Without them, getting around is difficult.
3:34 Wi-Fi in China can be unreliable; a travel eSIM with built-in VPN like Holafly helps maintain access to Instagram, Facebook and YouTube.
5:43 Visit popular spots like the Teddy Bear Cafe on weekdays to avoid long weekend queues which can be two to three times longer.
7:43 The Louis Vuitton flagship store requires a reservation to enter and purchase items, but it's worth visiting just for the architecture.
10:35 Shanghai's green spaces like People's Park offer a quiet escape from the city noise, thanks to electric vehicles reducing pollution.
12:16 No.3 Warehouse is a futuristic restaurant with a space-like atmosphere; the experience is more impressive than the food itself.
12:34 Designer lovers should visit Zzer outlet outside Shanghai for authentic secondhand luxury goods at good prices.
0:00 Arrival and first impressions of Shanghai
0:34 Yu Garden crowded with tourists
1:41 Local shopping and coffee break
2:10 Trying viral spots: Teddy Bear Cafe
3:18 Essential apps and connectivity tips
5:43 Jing'an Temple and creative park
6:51 Louis Vuitton flagship store
9:27 Nanjing Road and People's Park
11:35 Final night at the Bund and dining
13:02 Manner Coffee and skyline view
0:00 Arrival and first impressions of Shanghai
0:34 Yu Garden crowded with tourists
1:41 Local shopping and coffee break
2:10 Trying viral spots: Teddy Bear Cafe
3:18 Essential apps and connectivity tips
5:43 Jing'an Temple and creative park
6:51 Louis Vuitton flagship store
9:27 Nanjing Road and People's Park
11:35 Final night at the Bund and dining
13:02 Manner Coffee and skyline view
traveldigital nomadnomadremoteremotework上海中國chinatravelasiamannercoffeematchaicelattetwinkletwinklebearcoffeeshanghaibundbundWhat were the sweet potato noodles like?
There were no sweet potato noodles mentioned in this video.
What was the most surprising thing you found?
The quietness of the city despite the population, and the fact that electric scooters barely make a sound.
Which viral spots are worth trying?
Matcha Wang lived up to expectations with the best matcha I've ever tried; Teddy Bear Cafe is a fun experience for families.
How do you stay connected on the internet in China?
We used Holafly eSIM with built-in VPN to access Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube without needing a local SIM or unreliable Wi-Fi.
