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How to Deal with Feeling Homesick | Fancie in Shanghai Ep.47
Shanghai Homesickness Cure: Skyline, Lanterns & Thai Culture
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Shanghai skyline time lapse at Pudong district Stock Videos by Vecteezy
Chinese new year lanterns in china town area. Stock Videos by Vecteezy
Shanghai skyline time lapse at Pudong district.
Chinese new year lanterns in china town area.
To cope with homesickness, I explored Thai food, got a Thai massage, and watched Thai boxing – all in Shanghai.
In this episode, FunFancie tackles homesickness in Shanghai with a visual feast: from the dazzling Pudong skyline to festive Chinatown lanterns. But she doesn't stop there – she dives into Thai cuisine, a relaxing massage, and even Muay Thai to lift her spirits. A heartfelt journey blending city sights with self-care.
Shanghai skyline time lapse at Pudong district.
Chinese new year lanterns in china town area.
To cope with homesickness, I explored Thai food, got a Thai massage, and watched Thai boxing – all in Shanghai.
In this episode, FunFancie explores Shanghai with a mission: to beat homesickness. She starts by wearing her Thai elephant pants in the city, embracing her culture unapologetically. Her next stop is a Thai restaurant called Thai Gallery in the Jingan Temple area, where the cozy atmosphere and familiar flavors lift her spirits. She then tries Muay Thai boxing for the first time at PK Muay Thai, calling it a bucket list moment. The cold winter wind makes her miss home even more, but the friendly Thai coaches and the chance to speak Thai again make the experience deeply comforting. Later, she visits a traditional Thai massage parlor for a relaxing hour, followed by a simple but powerful tip: calling her mom and her dog back in Thailand. Throughout the video, FunFancie shows that homesickness can be eased by engaging with familiar culture in a new city, not by hiding indoors. She wraps up with an honest, heartfelt message to other expats: you are not alone. The video ends with a teaser for a special New Year's Eve episode, keeping her audience connected and looking forward.
In this episode, FunFancie shares her personal journey of coping with homesickness while living in Shanghai. From donning her iconic elephant pants to trying Thai boxing for the first time, she proves that embracing one's roots can turn loneliness into an adventure. Editor's note: her honest, playful approach makes this more than just a travel vlog—it's a heartfelt guide to finding home away from home.
FunFancie deals with homesickness in Shanghai by wearing Thai elephant pants, eating Thai food, trying Muay Thai boxing, and getting a Thai massage.
How to Beat Homesickness in Shanghai | Expat Tips & Thai Culture
1:45 Wear clothing from your home country in public—it can instantly lift your mood and celebrate your identity.
3:19 Visit Thai Gallery restaurant in Jingan Temple area for authentic Thai food and a romantic atmosphere.
4:29 Try Muay Thai boxing at PK Muay Thai in Shanghai—a 60-minute trial costs 160 RMB and includes Thai coaches.
7:37 Use a Thai herbal inhaler (boyan) to reduce stress and feel refreshed when missing home, easy to carry around.
8:54 Book a traditional Thai massage in Shanghai for deep relaxation—private rooms and comfortable outfits are provided.
10:25 Calling family daily, especially after a long day, is a powerful way to recharge and fight loneliness abroad.
1:45 Wear clothing from your home country in public—it can instantly lift your mood and celebrate your identity.
3:19 Visit Thai Gallery restaurant in Jingan Temple area for authentic Thai food and a romantic atmosphere.
4:29 Try Muay Thai boxing at PK Muay Thai in Shanghai—a 60-minute trial costs 160 RMB and includes Thai coaches.
7:37 Use a Thai herbal inhaler (boyan) to reduce stress and feel refreshed when missing home, easy to carry around.
8:54 Book a traditional Thai massage in Shanghai for deep relaxation—private rooms and comfortable outfits are provided.
10:25 Calling family daily, especially after a long day, is a powerful way to recharge and fight loneliness abroad.
0:34 Feeling homesick in Shanghai
1:45 Wearing elephant pants
3:19 Eating Thai food at Thai Gallery
4:29 Trying Muay Thai boxing for first time
6:37 Post-boxing reflections
7:37 Thai inhaler recommendation
8:54 Traditional Thai massage
10:25 Calling mom to feel better
0:34 Feeling homesick in Shanghai
1:45 Wearing elephant pants
3:19 Eating Thai food at Thai Gallery
4:29 Trying Muay Thai boxing for first time
6:37 Post-boxing reflections
7:37 Thai inhaler recommendation
8:54 Traditional Thai massage
10:25 Calling mom to feel better
What were the elephant pants like?
They are famous Thai elephant pants, only 20 RMB or 100 baht, and wearing them in Shanghai makes me feel like home.
What was the most surprising thing you did?
Probably trying Muay Thai boxing for the first time ever in Shanghai—it was on my bucket list and I loved it!
How much did the Thai boxing trial cost?
I paid 160 RMB for a 60-minute first trial, and the coaches were lovely Thai people.
