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It's Donald Duck's favorite time of year again! His Halloween party runs from October 4–November 1. Come to Shanghai Disneyland and join the fun! Villains have taken over the balcony of the Enchanted Storybook Castle. Look up and feel their powerful presence! Every night in Tomorrowland, there's a Halloween music party. Don't miss Cruella and Gaston! Donald Duck works his magic, transforming the entire park The park is surrounded by pumpkins, and other brand-new decorations have appeared! Led by Donald Duck, Disney pals are the first to dress up On Mickey Avenue, see who's cosplaying as a musical instrument and dazzling everyone! Duffy and Friends are wearing their favorite things and invite you to be a cute ghoul with them! The Hundred Acre Wood in Dreamworld has also been swept up by Halloween magic, and everyone is thrilled with their new outfits! On the Tomorrowland stage, Disney pals will put on a fashion show with their new costumes! Donald Duck is pulling out all the stops with three major upgrades to the Halloween party! Come quick

The luxury hotel group has officially arrived at Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport with two of its brands: Shangri-La Hongqiao Airport, Shanghai and Traders Hongqiao Airport, Shanghai. As a benchmark of Chinese culture, Shangri-La redefines Western luxury with its unique Eastern aesthetic, beginning its mainland legend with its first hotel in Hangzhou in 1984. The launch of these two brands at the airport not only continues the brand's elegant heritage but also incorporates a new design language, such as the stylishness showcased in the "Shangri-La Seal" series. For travelers who are frequently on business trips or catching early morning flights, staying at an airport hotel means an extra two hours of sleep and no more rushing around. Come and experience the perfect blend of luxury and convenience

The 2nd Shanghai International Light and Shadow Festival, themed “Light Up Shanghai,” has officially kicked off in dazzling style! Continuing the city-wide linkage model, this year’s festival spans the main venue on the West Bund in Xuhui and 16 special sub-venues, rolling out 177 themed events that fuse technology and art into an immersive nighttime experience. 📍 Xuhui main venue and sub-venues The Light and Shadow Forest that went viral last year 🌳 returns with an upgrade‼️ Glasses-free 3D dome projection + the debut of AI guide “Xiao Lingguang” Fragrance + custom BGM + the popular IP “Langlang Mountain Little Monster” Triple buffs for sight, hearing, and smell—full immersion! The fluorescent reed sea is breathtaking too; when the wind blows, it looks like the reeds are waltzing 💃 These designers are amazing! 📍 Huangpu sub-venue A gigantic “Starman” lands on The Bund, teaming up with a mysterious guest to light up the riverfront skyline. Headliner “Bund Light and Shadow Art Gala” + the Bund’s international architectural cluster—the ultimate light-and-shadow power duo. Fantastical light shows rotate along the “one river and one creek” waterfront and at landmarks such as East Nanjing Road and Yu Garden. 📍 Lingang sub-venue ✨【Ring of Glory】 Five dynamic, interactive chapters—Spark, Forest Vein, Tide, Lightning, and Starlink—take you through a brief history of civilization from ancient times to the future. Every photo here will be a stunner! 📸 🌃【CRCC Lingang Building】 Minimalist style + symbolic aesthetics Dual rectangular LEDs form the “Eye of Lingang,” instantly turning into the city’s bright eye 👀 The light show creates an exclusive “Lingang LOOK”—clean, sophisticated, and warm. 📍 Jinshan sub-venue ✨ Opening ceremony (Sep 26) On opening day, a “Light and Shadow Map” will guide you around Jinshan, plus two spectacular drone shows from the East China Drone Base—check the schedule! 【Musical fountain light show】 Xiangyu Lake, Jinshanzui Fishing Village | nightly 6:30 PM–8:00 PM. The ancient-style “Sea Rhyme Fishing Song” theme captures the charm of this thousand-year-old village! West area of Jinshan City Beach | two shows nightly Laser + water screen + dynamic light and shadow create maximum ambiance and tech vibes—every snapshot looks cinematic! 🏮 Themed garden parties & lantern festival Lvxiang Fruit Park: “Peach Banquet” themed lantern show, plus super-cool “iron-splitting fireworks” performances and an intangible cultural heritage market—perfect for strolling and photos! 🌌 Dreamy light-and-shadow walkway (nightly) Red Star Macalline Group Corporation Limited: a giant screen-wall light show with jaw-dropping visuals! Qianjing Avenue Green Space: a gorgeous “water-ripple projection” walkway—walk it and feel like the lead in a romantic drama, with the romance level off the charts! Come to Shanghai and light up your night in the Magic City—countless brilliant and fantastical light-and-shadow experiences await your arrival!

Emirates recently announced that its flagship A380 will officially return to Shanghai on October 26, the first day of the winter/spring flight season. The aircraft will operate one flight daily on the Shanghai-Dubai route. As the largest passenger aircraft currently in service, the A380, nicknamed "Big Guy," features a 3-4-3 seating configuration with 10 seats per row. It has a maximum passenger capacity of 853 and can accommodate approximately 500 people in a standard four-class layout, making it a true "jumbo jet." Come and experience the unique charm of this aircraft

Chiikawa's first official flagship store in the Chinese mainland officially opens in Shanghai at 10:00 AM on September 27, 2025! 📍 No. 139 East Nanjing Road (near New World Dawan Department Store), about a 5-minute walk from Exit 2 of the East Nanjing Road Station on subway Lines 2/10. 🕙 Daily 10:00 AM–10:00 PM ⭐ Store Highlights - Global debut of "Shanghai Exclusives": Limited-edition dolls and keychains, such as the hairy crab design and the three little ones in cheongsams with bun hairstyles, are only available here. - Immersive scenes: 1:1 replicas of classic scenes from the animation, featuring giant photo installations and interactive check-in spots, making you feel like you've stepped into Chiikawa's "mini world." - Full range of merchandise: Over 1,000 SKUs including plush toys, stationery, food toys, home goods, accessories, and more. Some items will be released simultaneously with Japan. 💌 How to Enter - Advance booking is required for entry from September 27 to October 8: Select a time slot through the official mini-program "Chiikawa NEWS" and scan the QR code on-site for entry. Walk-ins can queue on-site, but entry will be restricted during peak hours. - From October 9 onwards, no booking is required for entry. Please refer to official announcements for any special circumstances. 🗺 Transportation & Nearby Attractions Subway: A 5-minute walk from Exit 2 of the East Nanjing Road Station on Lines 2/10. Driving: Navigate to the "New World Dawan Department Store underground parking lot" and take the elevator to the ground floor to reach the store; or park at the "Jiujiang Building multi-story parking lot" and walk for 4 minutes. Nearby attractions: A 5-minute walk to The Bund and Yu Garden. After visiting the flagship store, you can easily check out Shanghai's landmarks. ⚠ Tips - An overnight queuing area is set up outside the store. Popular limited-edition items are released in fixed quantities daily, so it's recommended to arrive early. - Queuing stops at 8:30 PM daily, and the store is cleared at 9:30 PM. On peak days, shopping is limited to 30 minutes per session, with a separate express checkout lane. - The official reminder is to "shop rationally and refuse proxy buyers." Some individual items are subject to a "one purchase per person with valid ID" policy. Are you ready to spend the fall with Usagi, Hachiware, and Chiikawa? See you at No. 139 East Nanjing Road on September 27

Late summer and early fall is the perfect time for hiking in the Yangtze Delta! From September to October, the weather is free from the stuffy heat and heavy rains of summer, yet not as cold as late fall. The cool morning and evening breezes make it ideal for packing a bag and going for a hike. The Shanghai Sports Bureau recommends a classic hiking route through the Hengfu Historical and Cultural Area. As the largest historical and cultural area in downtown Shanghai with the most outstanding historical buildings, it fully showcases the "Shanghai style." Starting from the Wukang Mansion, the European-style architecture paired with golden ginkgo trees makes for a vintage-style photo with every shot. Along the way, Wukang Road, Anfu Road, Wuyuan Road, and West Fuxing Road each have their own unique characteristics, weaving together trendy culture, the vibrancy of daily life, and the mysterious scent of flowers. The journey ends on Hengshan Road, where plane trees turn yellow during the day and neon lights sparkle at night. Come and start this romantic hiking trip

No need to look at the moon through a screen or try to fly to space to see the Earth. A giant Earth and Moon have appeared together on The Bund. A giant 18-meter-tall Earth and a 10-meter-diameter supermoon are shining simultaneously on The Bund! With the Lujiazui "trio" as the backdrop, this is truly cosmic-level romance! 🌍 Giant Earth | September 20–September 23, limited to ❹ days❗️ 📍 North Plaza, The Bund Finance Center (BFC) 🌕 Supermoon | September 19–October 15 📍 Heartbeat Terrace, 5F, South Area, The Bund Finance Center (BFC) The most romantic thing to do this fall is to watch the moon, the Earth, the vast universe, and the brilliant world with you on The Bund

The Shanghai Public Security Exit-Entry Administration has added two new 24-hour smart endorsement service points in Jing'an, Shanghai (1st floor, International Reception Hall, No. 1600 West Nanjing Road; processed on the 6th floor during working hours on working days) and Changning (3rd floor, Building B, No. 188 Hongbaoshi Road), in addition to the existing points in Zhangjiang and Hongqiao. These four locations provide convenient 24-hour services for mainland residents holding a valid Entry-Exit Permit for Hong Kong and Macau to apply for tourism and business endorsements. Shanghai residents and residents from other provinces holding a valid Shanghai residence permit can reapply for Hong Kong and Macau endorsements using the smart endorsement machines. Come to these locations to easily complete your endorsement and start your trip to Hong Kong and Macau

The Shanghai to Argentina route has been launched, operated by China Eastern Airlines with two flights per week on Mondays and Thursdays! Flight MU745 departs from Shanghai Pudong International Airport at 2:00 AM, makes a stopover in New Zealand at 6:30 PM, departs from New Zealand at 8:55 PM, and arrives in Buenos Aires at 4:55 PM. Flight MU746 departs from Buenos Aires, makes a stopover in New Zealand at 2:00 AM, departs from New Zealand at 8:40 AM the next day, and arrives at Shanghai Pudong International Airport at 10:40 AM the next day. The route will be launched on December 4.