I got out on UA 858 yesterday. It was not full by any means but more crowded than the last two times I took it during the pandemic. It’s gonna be really hard to get back as I can’t find anything under $8k for July. Insane, almost as insane as continuing zero Covid like they seem set on doing. Here are some pics of my escape…you’ll see just how vibrant Shanghai has become.



Getting ready to get on the expressway to Pudong from Huangpu

Crossing the Lupu bridge into Pudong. Surprisingly light traffic 😂

Same traffic situation as my taxi approaches PVG

Wonder if I’ll be able to snag a trolly for my luggage with all the people fighting for them!

Vibrant Pudong Airport

Domestic travel is really booming in China these days.

Gonna be a long wait at immigration!

Most of the Chinese planes there had these engine warmers on, must be to get through the cold Shanghai night.