10 Days in Shanghai, China | Expat Life, Prices & Essential Apps

I spent 10 days exploring Shanghai, China to see what everyday life is really like beyond the famous skyline. In this video, I share my honest experience, the real cost of living, food prices, transportation, accommodation, the essential apps every traveler should install before visiting China, and the biggest surprises I discovered along the way. Whether you’re planning a trip, thinking about becoming an expat or digital nomad in China, or you’re simply curious about life in one of the world’s most futuristic cities, this guide will help you prepare. 👇 Travel & health insurance for expats I personally use: SafetyWing: https://safetywing.com/nomad-insuranc... 📚 Read the full Shanghai guide: https://nomadnest.me/shanghai-on-a-bu... 00:00 Intro 01:08 Why Shanghai? 04:55 Digital Setup & Essential Apps 09:02 Accommodation & Neighborhood Options 11:16 Groceries & Eating Out 13:36 Transportation & Navigating the City 15:55 Coffee Shops & Remote Work Options 17:43 Entertainment & Lifestyle 20:18 Prices & Cost Breakdown 21:20 Visa Options for China 22:47 Downsides & Deal-breakers Pop Metal by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Artist: http://audionautix.com/ Some of the links above are affiliate links. I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. #Shanghai #China #DigitalNomad