The Official Fall 2011 China DO Thread
Nov 11, 2011 | 8:56 pm
#317
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Argh, wrong time!
Thought the pick-up is 1200 not 1300 at Le Meridien 
am now hanging by myself in the downstairs lobby. Anyone who'd like to invite me upstairs for a chat, or maybe out for a bite? My phone number is +86 13816461484, or just come look for me downstairs, yellow FT tag on my bag!
am now hanging by myself in the downstairs lobby. Anyone who'd like to invite me upstairs for a chat, or maybe out for a bite? My phone number is +86 13816461484, or just come look for me downstairs, yellow FT tag on my bag!
Nov 11, 2011 | 8:58 pm
#318
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Thought the pick-up is 1200 not 1300 at Le Meridien am now hanging by myself in the downstairs lobby. Anyone who'd like to invite me upstairs for a chat, or maybe out for a bite? My phone number is +86 13816461484, or just come look for me downstairs, yellow FT tag on my bag!
am now hanging by myself in the downstairs lobby. Anyone who'd like to invite me upstairs for a chat, or maybe out for a bite? My phone number is +86 13816461484, or just come look for me downstairs, yellow FT tag on my bag!
(though I'll have a brown jacket on over the top too)and just to confirm, you are at Le Royal Meridien, right?
Nov 12, 2011 | 8:01 am
#320
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Brunch or Lunch on Sunday
If anyone is interested about 10 to 12 of us are getting together for lunch (or a late brunch) at Noon on Sunday. The location is:
Jean Georges
4th Floor
Threen on the Bund
17 Guangdong Lu
Near Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu
Looking forward to seeing you all.
4th Floor
Threen on the Bund
17 Guangdong Lu
Near Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu
Nov 12, 2011 | 8:33 am
#321
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Nov 12, 2011 | 10:22 am
#322
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At least two of us are going to hunt for cheap street food for lunch. Meeting at Le Meridien at 11am. We'll try to meet up with the first class lunch (around 1:30 I guess?) since there was talk of some sort of additional local tour after.
Nov 12, 2011 | 11:26 am
#323
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If folks are interested, I will talk those who have time to Tianzifang for a walk, a lively Shanghai neighborhood with lots of galleries, studios, coffee shops, restaurants and interesting little shops in its narrow lanes after lunch on Sunday at Jean Georges(www.tianzifang.cn).
About 12 years ago, a few famous artists moved into the neighborhood and converted old factories into studios. Gradually this becomes a trendy place. For those who have visited Xingtiandi (who hasn't), Tianzifang is a more natural version of Xingtiandi (which is developed by a real estate developer), as there are still real people living there. Starting from 4, 5 years ago, we locals tend to meet up less frequent in Xingtiandi(which is overrun by tourists by now) and more in Tianzifang (starting to get more tourists now though).
BTW, it's a good place to take pictures. If anyone wants to join after lunch, just give me a call at +86 13641867888. James
About 12 years ago, a few famous artists moved into the neighborhood and converted old factories into studios. Gradually this becomes a trendy place. For those who have visited Xingtiandi (who hasn't), Tianzifang is a more natural version of Xingtiandi (which is developed by a real estate developer), as there are still real people living there. Starting from 4, 5 years ago, we locals tend to meet up less frequent in Xingtiandi(which is overrun by tourists by now) and more in Tianzifang (starting to get more tourists now though).
BTW, it's a good place to take pictures. If anyone wants to join after lunch, just give me a call at +86 13641867888. James
Last edited by TravellerOnline; Nov 12, 2011 at 11:39 am
Nov 12, 2011 | 7:37 pm
#327
Join Date: Jul 2010
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If folks are interested, I will talk those who have time to Tianzifang for a walk, a lively Shanghai neighborhood with lots of galleries, studios, coffee shops, restaurants and interesting little shops in its narrow lanes after lunch on Sunday at Jean Georges(www.tianzifang.cn).
About 12 years ago, a few famous artists moved into the neighborhood and converted old factories into studios. Gradually this becomes a trendy place. For those who have visited Xingtiandi (who hasn't), Tianzifang is a more natural version of Xingtiandi (which is developed by a real estate developer), as there are still real people living there. Starting from 4, 5 years ago, we locals tend to meet up less frequent in Xingtiandi(which is overrun by tourists by now) and more in Tianzifang (starting to get more tourists now though).
BTW, it's a good place to take pictures. If anyone wants to join after lunch, just give me a call at +86 13641867888. James
About 12 years ago, a few famous artists moved into the neighborhood and converted old factories into studios. Gradually this becomes a trendy place. For those who have visited Xingtiandi (who hasn't), Tianzifang is a more natural version of Xingtiandi (which is developed by a real estate developer), as there are still real people living there. Starting from 4, 5 years ago, we locals tend to meet up less frequent in Xingtiandi(which is overrun by tourists by now) and more in Tianzifang (starting to get more tourists now though).
BTW, it's a good place to take pictures. If anyone wants to join after lunch, just give me a call at +86 13641867888. James
Anyway, if anyone is interested in hearing me play some Chinese traditional instruments you're welcome to look me up after lunch. :P I'm meeting bennos for the non-expensive option at 11... well, a little after 11, since I just got home to recharge my phone batteries in case anyone wants to get in touch with me. Phone number as posted on an earlier reply.
Nov 12, 2011 | 7:54 pm
#328
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Sorry to have missed this, but a work committent came up on Thursday for my +1 so we had to stay in Nantong. Just moved into a new apartment there so internet was just connected this morning. I did take the bus to Shanghai on Sat to try to make the China Eastern tour, but there was very bad traffic and didn't make the hotel until 1PM. Sorry.
Nov 12, 2011 | 8:45 pm
#329
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Think I missed bennos as I arrived back late at the Meridien taking a taxi back home now, someone keep me updated re post-lunch plans please 
taking a taxi back home now, someone keep me updated re post-lunch plans please
