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Popular Warnings or Dangers | Other Warnings or Dangers Tips | All Tips (107) Bicycles Bicycles everywhere. And they really think they are king/queen of the roads. Try to cross a busy street in SH on a morning and you will find how difficult it is as the bikers will not give way to buses/cars/pedestrians all alike.
Exercise caution when crossing the road as you are more likely to be knocked down by a biker than a car!
Also watch out when alighting from buses/cars as I once knocked down a biker who cut into that tiny space between my cab and the curb as I was getting off - it was her own fault. They do this all the time thinking that they can get away with it and on most occasions, they do as people are resigned to it. Leave a Comment
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This was real funny. I saw a male student and female student walking together (They didn't seem to be boyfriend and girlfriend because they kept quite a distance), then a flower boy came and put a rose into this male student's hand. He was shocked and then got really *blushed*. He put the flower back on the ground right away, but guess what? The flower boy picked up the flower and ran after him. It really cracked me up to see them running for almost 5 minutes. Yes, the flower boy finally gave up. But it was so awkward.
Such flowers boys and girls are quite often seen, especially in the evening. They would go to any guy who is with a girl, no matter what kind of relationship they have, no matter how they make them feel awkward, and remember, they would run after you. :0) Leave a Comment
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Since I came to Shanghai, I've experienced fake money several times. Always be aware when others change you money, especially big bills, such as RMB50 and 100.
Local cabs can incidently change you fake money too. Make sure you always ask for the Taxi Receipt when you get out of the car. This receipt has enough information for you to call the taxi company and get your money back. Leave a Comment
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Never cross the road like this woman in the picture. Traffic in China is quite crazy and it surprised me when i first got to Shanghai that they used the horn a lot, and still... Chinese drivers are quite "bossy". They don't really let you go first, however you should let them go first. Leave a Comment
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Always make sure you have your eyes on your belongings at all times (especially when walking/dining in busy streets/restaurants). Also, if possible, keep your wallet in your jacket inner pockets instead of back pockets of pants. When carrying haversacks/backpacks, try to carry it on your side or front especially in crowded places or to avoid carrying valuables such as cameras, wallets in the front pockets of your haversacks/backpacks. When in your hotel, always double lock the door and put on the safety latch. When away from the hotel room during the day, make sure all your valuables are locked in the safe and your luggages securely locked. I had witnessed a local being caught trying to steal from tourists at a 5-star hotel. Leave a Comment
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Sometimes line-cutters will try to explain that they are just there to ask a question. As a foreigner this can be very confusing. If they really just want to ask a 10 second question, then you probably don't mind them cutting ahead to do this. However, this is often just an excuse to cut in front. Yes they'll ask a question, then they'll do their transaction. Don' t fall for it! .
If you find that you've had your line cut and there's nothing you can do about it, you might try reliefing your anger by heckling the person that cut your cue. If you can't speak Chinese, just batter them in English with a lecture on how they shouldn't do that. No need to curse; just lecture the line-cutter like he/she is a 8 year old. Also tell the cashier/attendant that you don't appreciate that they tolerated line cutting.
Finally - don't expect the line cutter to appologize or acknowledge any wrongdoing. They won't. If you follow the steps above you will minimize line cutting and embarass the individual when he does cut.
If you would like to know some non-vulgar things to say to a line-cutter to embarass him, email me and I'll be glad to suggest some words! Leave a Comment
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You may see local people do it, but I would not recommend it. On several occasions, I have seen Shanghai police writing tickets to people caught jaywalking. It's best to use crosswalk and follow the street lights and the directions from the crossing guards on larger streets. It's not worth it to have your trip ruined because you got a ticket from a police, or worse, got hit by a car.
On smaller side streets, well, use your own judgement then :)
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Just a word of warning for all you travellers to Shanghai.
I just came back from Shanghai and had my least favourite holiday. One reasaon
is that I was pickpocketed. I feel very silly becasue I thought I was one of
those over vigilant and careful traveller.
Anyway, I was walking the streets if Shanghai with my family trying to find a
cab to that us back to our hotel. We were outside the HOward Johnson (off
Nahjing Road), when a man creeped up behind me and whispered in my ear "Girl,
Girl?". Being too busy looking for a cab and thinking that he was dirty old Pimp
I waved him away. This took all of 2-3 seconds.
Next morning, I was going through my carry bag and realised that my camera was
gone. I had worn my bag at my side the night before and had my camera inside.
Somehow, the old guy was fast enough unzip the bag, remove the camera and rezip
the bag blink of an eye. Plus he was sly enough to eluded detection for myself
or those around me.
So, please learn for my misfortune and alway check you things if someone tries
to approach you from behind.
It's bad enough losing you camera but even worst losing your photos Leave a Comment
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SOPHISTICATED BEGGARS
In Shanghai, and probably other large cities in China, there are folks who beg on the streets in a non-traditional way. Whether be an elderly couple who approach you, or a young girl, the story is usually the same: they need some money so they can get a meal. Sometimes they will tell you they are from out of town and need money for a bus back home. SCAM ALERT.
A girl approached me in this way tonight; calling out "hello" "hello" from behind me. Finally I turned around and asked what she wanted (I normally wouldn't, but from the way she was calling me I thought maybe I had dropped something). Then she went right in to asking whether I could take her somewhere nearby to get some food. This may also have been soliciation for sex.
Be careful - I gave a guy 40 yuan a couple years back to catch a bus back to his hometown. He swore he'd repay me, and gave me his home address, several contact telephone numbers, email address --- all of which were fake.
Be careful. Leave a Comment
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Do eat food from the street vendors but use common sense. I lived in Shanghai for 13 months over a two year period and ate all kinds of things from the local street vendors. The only time I ever got sick in China was from a meal in a very clean looking Korean restaurant.
The street vendors have all kinds of tasty treats for very cheap prices. As mentioned above, use common sense. Foods that are served cold should be avoided. If it's deep fried or comes out of a super hot steamer, however, chances are its pretty safe. I always figured that even if it was crawling with nasty germs once it left the deep fryer it was good to go. Kind of like boiling your water when backpacking.
So, don't be afraid. Eating from the street vendors is a great way to try the local treats while spending only pennies. And remember, you can get sick anywhere. The worst food poisoning I ever got was from a Togo's sandwhich shop here in California. Leave a Comment
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