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.
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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