Shanghai: Then and Now

Shanghai has undergone shocking changes and overhauls in the last 150 years, with massive growth during the 1990s and onwards. However, taking a walk through Xuhui, Hongkou and Huangpu districts will show how much history remains if you slow down and seek it out. Check out some comparisons of Shanghai- then and now.

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Foreigners in China: Is There Really an Expat Exodus? [Infographic]

2013 saw several high profile foreigners exit China, with three of them, Marc Van Der Chijs, Charlie Custer, and Mark Kitto, penning articles explaining "Why I'm leaving China". These articles, combined with record pollution in Beijing, sparked talk of an Expat Exodus from China. A year and a half later, we at SmartIntern were curious- is there really an Expat Exodus? What follows is our attempt to find out.. 

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Interview with Corey Sheridan, the Shanghai Guru

Corey Sheridan is author of China Living: A Practical Guide to Living & Thriving in China, an ideal book for someone looking to get started in Shanghai. After 6 years in China, Corey has been able to include all the essential tips and tricks that most foreigners pick up after years in China and puts it at your fingertips. Besides his successful book, he also puts together customized tour packages, hassle-free and personable. Check out his website, ShanghaiGuru for more information. 

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Moving to China: Preparing for Life in Shanghai

Preparations before moving abroad can seem endless, and this is especially true before a move to a country that can be as bewildering as China often is. Moving here means that you’ll have plenty of physical things to pack- clothing, electronics, cash- but you’ll also need to prepare your mental and emotional state of a country that changes shape rapidly. Below you’ll find 5 things you’ll need to prepare for life in Shanghai.

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