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Its our First Time in China (Shocked)🇨🇳
First Time in Shanghai: Shocked by China's Mega City & Food
We are travelling in China for the first time. We took our flight from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai China.
Our flight was with China Eastern and we have to say it’s definitely one of the best flights we’ve ever had.
Join us as we arrive into China’s Mega City.
We taste our very first...
We are travelling in China for the first time. We took our flight from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai China. Our flight was with China Eastern and we have to say it's definitely one of the best flights we've ever had. Join us as we arrive into China's Mega City. We taste our very first Authentic Chinese food and it was delicious. China, officially the People's Republic of China, is a country in East Asia. It is the second-most populous country after India, with a population exceeding 1.4 billion, representing 17% of the world's population. Shanghai, on China's central coast, is the country's biggest city and a global financial hub. Its heart is the Bund, a famed waterfront promenade lined with colonial-era buildings. Across the Huangpu River rises the Pudong district's futuristic skyline, including 632m Shanghai Tower and the Oriental Pearl TV Tower, with distinctive pink spheres. Sprawling Yu Garden has traditional pavilions, towers and ponds.
Kay and Gogo, first-time visitors to China, share their awe at Shanghai's scale and beauty. From a surprisingly luxurious China Eastern flight to their first authentic Chinese meal, every moment is a delightful shock. The video captures the raw excitement of discovering Shanghai's mega-city energy, its contrasting colonial Bund and futuristic Pudong skyline, and the simple joy of delicious local food. It's a fresh, genuine look at a traveler's first encounter with China's urban wonders.
We are travelling in China for the first time. We took our flight from London Heathrow Airport to Shanghai China. Our flight was with China Eastern and we have to say it's definitely one of the best flights we've ever had. Join us as we arrive into China's Mega City. We taste our very first Authentic Chinese food and it was delicious. China, officially the People's Republic of China, is a country in East Asia. It is the second-most populous country after India, with a population exceeding 1.4 billion, representing 17% of the world's population. Shanghai, on China's central coast, is the country's biggest city and a global financial hub. Its heart is the Bund, a famed waterfront promenade lined with colonial-era buildings. Across the Huangpu River rises the Pudong district's futuristic skyline, including 632m Shanghai Tower and the Oriental Pearl TV Tower, with distinctive pink spheres. Sprawling Yu Garden has traditional pavilions, towers and ponds.
<p>Kay and Gogo's first trip to China kicks off with a stellar flight on China Eastern, which they describe as one of the best they've ever had. Landing in Shanghai, they quickly activate their HolaFly eSIM for instant data and prepare their digital tools, including Alipay, for the cashless society they've heard about. Navigating the airport is a breeze, with friendly staff and clear signs guiding them through health screening and immigration. They grab cash from an ATM and head to the metro, where a kind local helps them buy tickets using Alipay for the first time. The couple is struck by the calm, orderly atmosphere of People's Square, a contrast to their expectations of chaos. Eager to try authentic Chinese food, they pop into a local restaurant and, despite the language barrier, successfully order crab noodles using Alipay. The meal is delicious, flavorful, and served with a smile, cementing their first impression of China as welcoming, efficient, and full of delightful surprises.</p>
Kay and Gogo’s first trip to China begins with a flawless flight on China Eastern, followed by a seamless arrival in Shanghai. From mastering the metro with a friendly local’s help to savoring authentic crab noodles in a humble eatery, every moment is filled with delightful surprises and genuine warmth. Their journey proves that China’s digital convenience and legendary hospitality make it an unforgettable destination.
British travelers Kay and Gogo explore Shanghai for the first time, navigating the metro and savoring authentic crab noodles while falling in love with China's
First Time in Shanghai: Metro, Food & Digital Travel Tips
0:55 Set up a reliable eSIM like HolaFly before arriving to ensure immediate data connectivity in China's digital environment.
1:21 Download the Alipay app and set it up before your trip; it's essential for payments and even metro tickets.
2:10 Prepare your arrival immigration card in advance on Alipay to speed through health screening and customs.
3:47 Carry some cash as backup; while China is largely cashless, ATMs are available and useful in a pinch.
6:42 Don't be afraid to ask locals for help; they are incredibly friendly and patient, even with language barriers.
6:55 Learn basic phrases like 'Nihao' (hello) and 'Xie Xie' (thank you) to show respect and connect with locals.
12:48 Use Alipay to pay at restaurants; even without a shared language, a smile and the app make transactions smooth.
0:55 Set up a reliable eSIM like HolaFly before arriving to ensure immediate data connectivity in China's digital environment.
1:21 Download the Alipay app and set it up before your trip; it's essential for payments and even metro tickets.
2:10 Prepare your arrival immigration card in advance on Alipay to speed through health screening and customs.
3:47 Carry some cash as backup; while China is largely cashless, ATMs are available and useful in a pinch.
6:42 Don't be afraid to ask locals for help; they are incredibly friendly and patient, even with language barriers.
6:55 Learn basic phrases like 'Nihao' (hello) and 'Xie Xie' (thank you) to show respect and connect with locals.
12:48 Use Alipay to pay at restaurants; even without a shared language, a smile and the app make transactions smooth.
0:00 Departure for Shanghai
0:28 Arrival and first impressions
2:10 Health screening and immigration
4:07 Getting cash at ATM
5:29 Navigating Shanghai metro
7:30 Kind local helps with tickets
9:15 First look at People's Square
11:59 Ordering first Chinese food
14:11 Tasting crab noodles
16:24 Final thoughts on first day
0:00 Departure for Shanghai
0:28 Arrival and first impressions
2:10 Health screening and immigration
4:07 Getting cash at ATM
5:29 Navigating Shanghai metro
7:30 Kind local helps with tickets
9:15 First look at People's Square
11:59 Ordering first Chinese food
14:11 Tasting crab noodles
16:24 Final thoughts on first day
What were the crab noodles like?
They smelled very fishy and were served hot with a rich broth, tasted delicious with a little kick of spice.
How did you pay for the metro tickets?
A kind local helped us use our Alipay app by scanning a QR code; it was our first time using it and it worked perfectly.
Was it easy to get through immigration?
Yes, it was surprisingly easy. We completed our arrival card on Alipay, scanned it, and went through health screening and passport control in under an hour.
What was your first impression of Shanghai?
We expected it to be chaotic and crowded, but it was calm, green, and people were very friendly and helpful.
