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Jacob and Jenny travel to China for their 40th country, flying from Singapore to Shanghai. They exchange currency, use the lounge, and work through several immigration checks before entering. Their train reaches 300 km/h on a short ride, and they use Didi to get to a DoubleTree hotel after an Alipay security alert. Along the way they share practical notes about Gravel Travel blankets and a waterproof toiletry kit, discounts at a counter, language barriers with drivers, and the free cookie at hotel check-in.
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Flying from Singapore and entering China
Jacob and Jenny, the couple behind Jacob And Jenny - Travel, begin their China trip, their 40th country, with a flight from Singapore to Shanghai. Check-in at the airport feels nerve-racking and takes time, but they eventually complete it. They exchange money for Chinese yuan, although they note that mobile payment is widely preferred, and relax in an airport lounge before their 5.5-hour flight.
On arrival in Shanghai, they go through immigration, which involves several checks and makes them anxious. They receive entry stamps and are able to enter China. Their next stop is the high-speed train, which they call the world's fastest. The train reaches 300 km/h during a ride of about 7 minutes. They find the short journey comfortable and efficient and enjoy seeing the Shanghai landscape from the train.
Didi, travel gear, and the hotel
Before continuing their China travel story, Jacob and Jenny recommend Gravel Travel gear, particularly compressible blankets and a waterproof toiletry kit that they find durable and versatile. They also suggest asking about discounts at the counter, since paying there instead of using a self-service option can save a few dollars.
They use Alipay to book a Didi ride through Shanghai. An alert about suspicious activity creates a brief difficulty, but they manage to arrange the car. The ride is affordable and convenient, although language barriers can arise; they find most drivers helpful. Their hotel is a DoubleTree, where a cookie is offered at check-in. The hosts note that staying at a DoubleTree provides a sweet welcome to Shanghai.
The day moves from airport check-in and a long flight to immigration, the high-speed train, a ride-share, and hotel arrival. The couple share practical observations alongside their travel experience, including how payment apps work for them, how to ask about discounts, and what gear they rely on during trips. They end the day looking forward to more adventures in China.
FAQs (From the traveler's perspective)
- Q: How did Jacob and Jenny enter China?
- A: They flew from Singapore to Shanghai and went through several immigration checks, which made them anxious. They eventually received entry stamps and successfully entered the country.
- Q: How fast was the train ride in Shanghai?
- A: The high-speed train reached 300 km/h, and the ride lasted about 7 minutes. The couple describe it as comfortable and efficient.
- Q: What travel gear do Jacob and Jenny recommend?
- A: They recommend Gravel Travel gear, especially a waterproof toiletry kit and compressible blankets. They describe the items as versatile and durable for different travel situations.
- Q: What happened when they used Alipay?
- A: They received a suspicious activity alert while using Alipay, which briefly complicated their attempt to book a Didi ride. They were ultimately able to arrange transportation to the hotel.
