Below you'll find insider tips on getting the best from Shanghai, from hints on finding a home to reviews of the hottest restaurants in town.
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Well-Being
Living in a frenetic, sprawling metropolis such as Shanghai can take its toll, and it’s important to take time out of your week for some well deserved pampering. Shanghai has a myriad of... read more
Beauty Salons
Your visage is in good hands at this Japanese aesthetics salon. They start out with a full consultation and skin analysis to determine the programme suited to your skin type. This... read more
Hairdressers
This sexy salon captures the essence of Parisian chic with its lush padded cream and red walls, flawless staff and slick styles. First-class hair styling products from Wella, L’Oreal,... read more
Health Spas
Straying from the formulaic south-east Asian theme, Evian Spa opts for a more continental approach. Allow yourself to be cleansed and refreshed by pristine Evian water straight from the... read more
Massage
After a hard day’s work, a massage is one of the best ways to relax and unwind. Along with the luxuriant massage treatments offered by the health spas, there’s a sea of massage parlours... read more
Nail Bars
This nail lounge come beauty parlour caters to divas and their daughters. A charming old lane house has been made over into a deliciously decadent violet boudoir steeped in chiffon... read more
Pilates
Also known as ‘contrology,’ this form of exercise targets your ‘core’ power (in the abdomen), helping you to develop a supple, flexible body, without the added muscle bulk. It’s also... read more
Reiki
Reiki flows freely through this humble sanctuary. A professional team of Asian and western therapists rely on the holistic powers of crystals and the manipulations of Reiki, in the hope... read more
Stress Management
Like any big city, Shanghai can be trying on your stress levels. If you’re not averse to group sessions, the Shanghai Expat Learning Center offers comprehensive courses in stress... read more
Tai Chi
If you ever find yourself in Shanghai’s parks at dawn, you’ll be in the company of elderly locals engrossed in their morning exercises, most likely a form of tai chi. Taijiquan is the... read more
