Shanghai Travel Tips
Weather tips
Weather in shanghai is mild and moist with shanghai receiving precipitation for about one third of a year. Shanghai has distinctive four seasons with cold winters and hot summers, however the best time to visit shanghai is during March to May.
What to pack
While packing your clothes do check the weather of your destination and then pack your clothes accordingly. Also do keep clothes which are light, comfortable and sturdy. During summers keep a raincoat and clothes which can be dried easily. In winters shanghai temperature goes below freezing point so take necessary clothing to bear the brunt of the climate.
While packing your bags, pack your important documents and passport first. Keep photocopy of documents if needed in emergency. An extra memory card can also come in handy. Shanghai guide book for easy maneuverability in the city can give good guidance while having the city tour. Also keep a transportation guide book for Shanghai which has information about the different modes of transport.
Other important activities tips
If you are going on a business trip it is very important that you have ample amount of business cards which are printed in Chinese language for easy readability for the locals. ATM instead of hard cash is a better and futuristic approach to solving the money problem. Debit cards are widely accepted throughout shanghai for shopping purchases and restaurants.
It is better to take precaution while travelling to any Chinese city with respect to medical vaccination. Cautious vaccines that can be taken are avian flu, typhoid and swine flu. It is difficult for foreign tourist to understand mandarin and it is better to take your required medicines from your home country and also to take required toiletries as they can be difficult to find except in marts which keep imported items.
Have a safe journey and enjoy Shanghai’s blend of artistic modern architecture and exuberant ethnic Chinese culture.