David T. posted an article on Mad about Shanghai - Nov 4, 2009, 6:23 am
Trivia of the Day. China is ranked 7th in the world for the most number of public holidays with 22 days. They share the position with Iraq and Bangladesh. Iran has the most public holidays in the wo...
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David T. posted an article on Mad about Shanghai - Oct 29, 2009, 11:58 am
Another hotel for you to consider if you are looking for hotels in Shanghai.     Pictures courtesy of Sofitel Shanghai Hyland
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David T. posted an article on Mad about Shanghai - Oct 25, 2009, 11:31 am
This is one of the most commonly asked questions for someone from out of town looking for work in China. Read the interview here. The interviewee is from Brazil teaching English in Beijing.
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David T. posted an article on Mad about Shanghai - Oct 23, 2009, 8:21 am
Have you ever tried calling a particular company in Shanghai, spoke in English and suddenly found yourself transferred to another person or department ? And just as about you are stating the objective...
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David T. posted an article on Mad about Shanghai - Oct 18, 2009, 10:55 am

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David T. posted an article on Mad about Shanghai - Oct 14, 2009, 12:46 pm
Nothing like some hot latte on a cold day after dinner. This time, at Caffe Tima Harbour near Rendezvous Hotel in Zhao Hua East Road. If you are looking for a cosy quiet cafe away from town, this pl...
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David T. posted an article on Mad about Shanghai - Oct 10, 2009, 12:40 pm
Pictures of the China National Day fireworks at Century Park taken by Regine:    
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David T. posted an article on Mad about Shanghai - Oct 7, 2009, 11:42 am
The People's Republic of China recently celebrated its 60th birthday with a sprawling parade at Tiananmen Square. Lets take a look at some of the changes to the country through the years: Popula...
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David T. posted an article on Mad about Shanghai - Oct 3, 2009, 3:19 am
More pics taken from a boat towards Singapore Flyer:  
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David T. posted an article on Mad about Shanghai - Oct 1, 2009, 12:39 pm
Night view of a race prepared Singapore during F1 from the Singapore Flyer:
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David T. posted an article on Mad about Shanghai - Sep 30, 2009, 10:56 am
More view of the race track from above:
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David T. posted an article on Mad about Shanghai - Sep 29, 2009, 10:13 am
Some of you may have read before that I attended the Singapore F1 Grand Prix last year. The experience was superb and it was a night to remember. As a spectator then, I felt the event more than live...
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David T. posted an article on Mad about Shanghai - Sep 21, 2009, 11:01 am
Lenovo, China's IT giant has unveiled a rival to the wildly popular iPhone. The new phone, called the OPhone is expected would be launched soon in partnership with China Mobile. It comes wi...
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David T. posted an article on Mad about Shanghai - Sep 17, 2009, 2:47 am
Lenovo, China's IT giant has unveiled a rival to the wildly popular iPhone. The new phone, called the OPhone is expected would be launched soon in partnership with China Mobile. It comes wi...
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David T. posted an article on Mad about Shanghai - Sep 15, 2009, 12:22 pm
In case you have not noticed, we have switched to a new look -a new banner with a new colour scheme. After 1 year and 4 months, its time for a change. This is our 5th design with the las...
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David T. posted an article on Mad about Shanghai - Sep 10, 2009, 10:12 am
Just beside West Lake, there is Xihutiandi (West Lake World, loosely translated). It is Hangzhou's rendition of Xintiandi albeit a different theme. In Xihutiandi, there is a very cosy cafe call H...
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David T. posted an article on Mad about Shanghai - Sep 7, 2009, 11:54 am
One of my favorite city in China is Hangzhou whom many nicknamed the city as the backyard of Shanghai. Despite being just a few hours away from Shanghai, it seems like a total new world, away from the...
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David T. posted an article on Mad about Shanghai - Sep 4, 2009, 11:46 am
This is a good article by Wendell Cox. "China's Metropolitan Regions: Moving Toward High Income Status" explores the unique nature of China's urban/rural cities and how its urban developm...
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David T. posted an article on Mad about Shanghai - Sep 3, 2009, 12:59 pm
Registration for the Shanghai Marathon 2009 has begun ! Race day is on 29 Nov 2009, Sunday. Avid runners can now register at this link: http://www.shmarathon.com/marathon2009/home_en.html Not ready...
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David T. posted an article on Mad about Shanghai - Sep 1, 2009, 10:50 am
Check out this article by the Courier Mail from Australia about the Chinese authorities' attempt to clamp down on poor English before World Expo 2010: http://www.news.com.au/couriermail/story/0,2...
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David T. posted an article on Mad about Shanghai - Aug 26, 2009, 3:09 am
Shared by one of our readers, Dheeraj, from his trips to many different cities in China. Above : Huang Shan Mountains in the the winter Above : Guilin Above :  Shooting star in Shanghai A...
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David T. posted an article on Mad about Shanghai - Aug 20, 2009, 10:19 pm
Unknown to many, Fudan University is actually a place worth visiting if you are looking to explore somewhere you have not visited before in Shanghai. Rich in history and founded in 1905, the univers...
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David T. posted an article on Mad about Shanghai - Aug 15, 2009, 8:22 am
Spotted near Nanjing Road:
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David T. posted an article on Mad about Shanghai - Aug 8, 2009, 1:56 am
If you are transiting in Shanghai for a day or two before heading to other parts of China and looking for a hotel near the airport, try this hotel, Imagine Garden Hotel No.469 Jinhui Road, Minhang D...
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David T. posted an article on Mad about Shanghai - Aug 6, 2009, 4:01 am
Very true! "I love blogging because you get to be writer, editor, designer, publisher, and sales manager. It’s like being a mini media company. You set your own editorial agenda, deadlines, and...
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David T. posted an article on Mad about Shanghai - Aug 2, 2009, 4:37 am

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David T. posted an article on Mad about Shanghai - Jul 25, 2009, 1:53 am
Rose suggested going to Dolar Hot Pot for dinner. Over the phone, I suggested meeting up at 7.00 p.m. She counter proposed with a later time at 8.00 pm where the queue would significantly be shorter. ...
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David T. posted an article on Mad about Shanghai - Jul 14, 2009, 9:44 am
Paying homage to its original Art Deco heritage, The Peace Hotel Shanghai, managed by Fairmont Hotels & Resorts will once again lay claim to its long-standing status as China’s most iconic hotel and...
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David T. posted an article on Mad about Shanghai - Jul 10, 2009, 11:49 am
Check out this link sent by one of our readers (Thanks Philip !): http://www.wretch.cc/blog/Turvey/21065037 The clip on the link provides an interesting perspective on how mainland Chinese select th...
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David T. posted an article on Mad about Shanghai - Jul 4, 2009, 2:16 am
ZhuJiaJiao is an ancient water town located about 30 km from Hongqiao with a history of more than 1000 years. It a good place for a trip for those wanting to get away from the city for just one day. ...
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