International Residents Reveal Shanghai's Hidden Gems in World Tourism Day Showcase

SHANGHAI, Sept. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Feel Shanghai: Travel as a Local" World Tourism Day Shanghai Showcase took place on September 27 at the Liu Haisu Art Museum. This event, organized by the Shanghai Administration of Culture and Tourism and operated by Shanghai Daily, was held to mark World Tourism Day and to experience the city through a local lens, while showcasing its rich cultural and tourism offerings.

Feel Shanghai: Travel as a Local

The initiative invited international residents to share their hidden gems and must-try local experiences, offering valuable insights for foreign visitors. It is also hoped it will boost global interest in exploring Shanghai and supports its development as a top destination for inbound travel in China.

Ten international residents from six countries, grouped into nine teams, served as "local expat guides.". Clarisse Le Guernic, a seasoned citywalk tour guide from France, took visitors on a vibrant journey through "Citywalk." French celebrity chef Corentin Delcroix tantalized taste buds under the "Food" spotlight, and renowned French graffiti artist Paul Dezio brought "Art" to life.

German entrepreneur Eric Baden, founder of "Coffee Commune," brewed excitement for the "Cafe" theme. Hungarian museum professional Steven Back unveiled the charm of the "Ancient Town." Spanish "Piano Prince" Mario Alonso entertained under the "Performance" theme, and Australian host Cameron Andersen highlighted the thrill of "Sport."

Siblings Maya and Anton Wagener, born in Shanghai of Chinese-German heritage, introduced the fun of "Wonderland," while Italian kung fu master Kleber Battaglia focused on "Wellness."

The event featured a themed video titled "Feel Shanghai: Travel as a Local," where participants shared their favorite local experiences.

Cheng Meihong, deputy director general of the Shanghai Municipal Administration of Culture and Tourism; Liu Oi editor-in-chief of Shanghai Daily; and Yu Zhenyu, director of Liu Haisu Art Museum presented special gifts to the attendees and posed for photos with them.

The event concluded with the launch of the "Homie Hunt" project, featuring street challenges at major cultural and tourism spots. This project highlights Shanghai's role as an open, inclusive international hub for vibrant cultural exchanges and diverse perspectives.

For more on the "Homie Hunt" project, see below:

https://x.com/shanghaidaily/status/1839563952508084666?t=j-qghL8o8UUes_ocda7KOw&s=19 

https://www.facebook.com/share/v/T6xWX3pYkubu58LT/?mibextid=oFDknk 

Since last year, Shanghai's inbound tourism has rebounded significantly, welcoming over 3 million visitors in the first half of this year—a 140% increase. The city has also introduced over 120 premium tourism routes to boost its appeal.

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International Residents Reveal Shanghai's Hidden Gems in World Tourism Day Showcase

SHENZHEN, China, Sept. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- On the evening of September 26, Shenzhen hosted a spectacular drone show themed "City of Sky, Maybe Shenzhen" above Shenzhen Bay Park. A total of 10,197 drones took to the sky simultaneously, setting two Guinness World Records: "The most multirotor/drones airborne simultaneously from a single computer (outdoors)" and "The largest aerial image formed by multirotors/drones".

The drone light show was a breathtaking spectacle. A vast array of drones came together to form a stunning starry sky, making the audience feel as though they were floating in an endless universe. What truly amazed the crowd was the sight of a floating "Sky City" materializing in midair, intertwined with iconic Shenzhen elements like the city's landmarks, light shows, and scenes of Wing Chun, all symbolizing the limitless future of Shenzhen. Following this, dazzling "cyber fireworks" lit up the night, painting a vibrant picture of Shenzhen as a "City of Miracles, City of Innovation, City of Future". 

The drones' kaleidoscopic display in the night sky was not just a technological and visual feast but also a vivid demonstration of Shenzhen's limitless potential as a "Sky City" for global visitors. 

It is worth noting that this drone show was just the beginning. During the National Day Holiday, Shenzhen will continue the drone performances for seven consecutive days. Daily shows will feature 10,000 drones across five districts in a relay format. 

To welcome global tourists to experience low-altitude tourism, starting from September 23, Shenzhen has been offering special holiday packages for seven consecutive days. This includes 10,000 low-altitude flight experience vouchers, allowing visitors to enjoy helicopter rides and take in the stunning urban landscapes, mountains, and coastal vistas of Shenzhen from above. 

In addition, Shenzhen will host over 300 highlight cultural and tourism activities. It will also offer more than 40,000 discounted attraction tickets, 2,000 free admission tickets, and 1,000 Shenzhen Airlines upgrade vouchers, inviting tourists from around the world to join in this grand autumn tourism celebration.

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