I love China 🇨🇳 I was there for 2 weeks. I was in shanghai and beijing and 4 other cities in China 🇨🇳 I was there for 2 weeks and loved it. The people was so kind. I am from the USA 🇺🇸 I went with a group we had tour guides in every city. It was great. It was 20 of us. It took us 16 hours flight to get there from Chicago Illinois USA. My Daughter went there her senior year of college and she loved it. She went with her school. She took Chinese as her second language she uses to speak Chinese very well. Not so much now it's been quite a few years. My daughter went before me and loved it. Enjoy your vacation. Btw. I love your video. I also love to travel. But I have only been to 45 countries. And I been to about 45 USA states ❤❤ i also got walked up the great wall of China 🇨🇳 it was Beautiful
As a Chinese, each time I go back to China seeing our people living in an ever better and decent manner, which I have not seen before, I have a similar feeling towards to our motherland with exitment in my heart, tears in my eyes and the music of《my motherland》in my ears.
@ It looks like a great place to live Ben. I can see why you loved it. And prices are great. Are they government subsidised? Or is there a cap on profit making?
So pleased to see you back in China. It brings back so many happy memories of when I lived in Shenzhen for close on 6 years . I love China and would go back to live if I could. My mind boggles at the misconceptions that so many people have of China.
So pleased to see you back in your happy place. You light up when you are in China. So pleased you are uploading the old China vids. They really changed my view of China. I used to tell friends to look them up as they showed what we are led to believe is largely False. Excited for this journey with you. I will email you a name change for the members list. Who would name their kid Ed Edward’s 😊
@@ededwards5961 it is an incredible place, Ed! I’m still proud of the old China videos so I will definitely upload them 😁 who thought Ed Edwards was a good idea 😝
So looking forward to seeing more of Shanghai. My Son and daughter-in-law taught school in Guangzhou and Chengdu for 6 years but came back to the US in 2022 when the lockdowns were so strict in China. Now they teach in the Bahamas. I thoroughly enjoy all of your content. Can't wait for your next video.
I'm really excited. I always planned on going to China , in my travelling days. Alas , I never made it there , dang it. I look forward to this. Thanks, Ben!
Hey, Ben. Shanghai is a beautiful place. I will have to add to my list to visit. It’s so great you are an educator, too. Thank you for sharing and I hope you had a great trip. 😊
I flew to and from China in regular economy .... never again!!! Loved visiting China, but the flights were brutal. Good idea to upgrade! I was a student teacher in 1983 (not long after China "opened up" to foreigners) and one of my 8th grade students' grandmother had visited China so I invited her to do a slide show for my students. It was great and I learned about the Xian warriors which I vowed I would see. Over 20 years later I was able to do it and it was everything I dreamed of and more. I live in Oregon and also visited Portland, Oregon's sister city, Suzhou, and several other places in the 3 weeks we spent there. I'd happily go back again.
@@SherryAnnOfTheWest I agree, Sherry Ann 😂 upgrading was a great idea! Wow, that’s incredible you got to go there. Seeing the Terracotta Warriors was one of the best things I’ve ever got to experience in my life, I was just blown away by it. I went to Suzhou plenty of times too, a short train ride from Shanghai. Beautiful in its own way. China is an incredible country!
What an amazing video!!!! I believe you on safety in Shanghai. It looks absolutely beautiful! I want to see ALL those videos from Ben in China. Again, thanks for taking us along!!
I've been watching a few travel vlogs and now I'm subscribing to your travel vlog because you didn't insist on viewing China from a western perspective. I can see that you're genuinely excited as you said you love Shanghai so many times in this video and you're not "shy" expressing it. Thank you for sharing your experience.
Thanks for the video. I never thought about Shanghai as a place to visit, but it looks amazing. I think most people in the world are nice if you’re respectful and interested in their lives and the places they live. I’m looking forward to seeing more of your trip.
I was in china with family. Beijing, Xian and Guilin. It was a fantastic trip. Very safe, the people are very friendly, good foods and lots of things to do 👏👏👏
Very true ! Teachers are very much respected in China because of our long traditional Confucius teaching 尊师重道 " respect teachers and moral principles " 🥰
@@aprilrich807 I just saw it, thank you so much, April! I appreciate your support more than you know 😁 I’m so glad that you enjoy my videos and I’m excited to show you more! Thanks again, April! 🌹
I have never been to an Asian country but would like to. What an advantage you have being able to speak and understand their language. Thanks for sharing your adventures with us!
Welcome back to China 🇨🇳.❤Chinese people giving you biggest hugs 🥰. Your mandarin very good. 👍🏻 Lots of tourists have hard time communicating with business owners. They have used a language translation App. Sometimes work and sometimes not work. Shanghai has lots of international people living in the city. They could speak Chinese language very well too.
So excited to see all you have to show us in China! I love how excited you are to be there. It's somewhere I've been curious about for some time. Premium economy is great for those longer flights. I got a whole row to myself last month when I flew to Dublin. Thanks for another great video and trip!
@@GDJason cheers, Jason! I’m glad you’re excited to see more, it’s a fascinating place. The flight was so easy! Definitely worth it for the longer flights. Thanks for watching early!
Thanks for the introduction to Shanghai! It’s the people themselves that give us a proper view of a country or city, not the politicians. You keep us adding to our travel wish list!
Ben, thank you for sharing, it's a beautiful place and your life in Shanghai sounds like it was amazing. Premium Economy is really a must for long flights. I just got home after total 14 hour flights from Rome to Texas!
@@DonaldYoung-b7x my life in Shanghai was great, Donald! So many stories to tell. Wow, 14 hours is a long flight. I could have split this flight with a layover but I just decided to upgrade and go direct, great decision!
Such a beautiful city! I love your excitement for sharing it with us. I'm looking forward to all the videos to come. I would love to see the content from your other channel. I'm a big Disney fan, so those would be fun! I want to see them all. Safe and fun travels! 🙏 I appreciate you, Ben. Thank you
It's my travel day so haven't been able to watch the whole video.,but as soon as you showed Shanghai's skyline it brought back such wonderful memories for me. I look forward to seeing the night view...it's so spectacular. Will talk to you again when I get back. Have the BEST time, Ben😊
@@ychaps no problem Yvonne, it ended up being a longer video than I expected! I will never ever get bored of looking at the Shanghai skyline, just incredible! I saw the lights turn on later in the evening so come back and see that 😁 thanks so much, Yvonne!
Thank you, I was waiting for this video. I came to your channel over your London videos. And of course, I became a member :-) Now I saw all your earlier videos. I wish you a great time of traveling ind Asien and Looking forward to your videos. Now I finished watching your video and it was so great. You show other parts of the world, which I probably never will see, in such an amazing and interesting way. I appreciate your work very much
Thank you for this video. It was wonderful to watch and listen to your passion for Shanghai and travel. I was really touched listening to you and agree people and politics are two different things. When I lived in Japan, my blonde hair friend and her blonde haired children were always the center of attention wherever we went. Looking forward to the next video! Thanks!!
@@sgalligan thank you so much, Sue! I’m glad you enjoyed this video, I am nervous to see the reaction to this video so hopefully people have an open mind and are curious about seeing China. Many people for the first time. You’re right about blonde hair! I’ve seen it too, lines of people waiting to take a photo with a blonde haired foreigner 😂 it’s all fun and games! Thanks again, Sue!
@ Don’t be nervous! You can’t control what others think-keep being open and honest and those who don’t appreciate it will go elsewhere. You said “amazing” so many times I now have a new Amazon game. BTW - it did look amazing !
Ben, I love your videos !!!❤❤❤ I love to hear you talk, since I am American and love all your stories. China is beautiful, such a surprise from expectations, so happy to share your excitement and see the city plus the people. 😎😍🇺🇸 I love learning about other cultures,their food and life styles. Keep filming 👏🏻👏🏻so much information for first time travelers!! ❤️❤️
In 1985 I flew from NYC to Shanghai and likewise I had the whole row to myself. I wasn't so lucky on the way back although my return flight was from Hong Kong and packed. I concur the Chinese were very friendly and welcoming. Shanghai looks far, far more modern than it did in 1985.
I love chicken feet and tofu in black bean sauce, but I can't stand durian (I think it's all genetics). What I can stand though is watching Ben's Travels, 👍👍👍🙋♂💯
Thanks for sharing beautiful Shanghai with us. There are so many beautiful places in the world that have a bad rep because of the politics of their country. I really enjoy watching your videos and all the new and interesting places you go to. Just took my first cruise to Italy, Croatia, and Greece and loved it!
I have been fortunate to visit Macau, Hong Kong (where I managed to break my ankle!) then the real China of Wuhan City in 2019 - where I got very sick with Covid! I was still in awe of the country and automation! I will be glued to your forthcoming videos!
Hi Ben Angela and I started to watch you a few weeks ago in your London trips. We are now hooked!! This one is fantastic. Great pictures and listening to your past, living in Shanghai. What a fantastic looking place. This really makes us want to visit 👌. Thanks for sharing Ben. Looking forward to your next vlog👍 Take care buddy David & Angela x
@@focus2607 thanks so much, David and Angela! London trips were great but I’m excited to get further away from home 😁 Shanghai is great, I’m excited to share my experiences, more videos coming soon! Thanks again!
@ Your welcome Ben. Thanks for the reply. A big thanks from Angela too!! Yeah, exciting…I can see why you are so passionate and loving every minute there. Thank you again. See you soon 👍
I flew with Air China economy class at a recent flight to Singapore from Beijing, and I was genuinely impressed by how they have improved. I used to have pretty bad image about them. They still have a way to go compared to other Asian airlines like the Singapore Airlines or Korean Air, but it was definitely an enjoyable flight. I really liked the food.
I just got back yesterday from Shanghai after a 12 night visit. Had 3 nights in Beijing which I was less impressed with, though possibly more to see there. Had problems with payments even though I’d set things up before I left. I think it was Halifax CC that was the issue. Funny you mention photographs. In the forbidden city I felt like a celebrity. An old lady sneakily took a selfie with me and then ended up a troop of elderly Chinese lined up to shake hands and take v finger photos with then. Great fun. With a translator I was told “it was a great honour to meet you.” Anyway, flights just booked today to return in September and touring in a big circle starting in Shanghai, Beijing, Xian, Chrngdu, Chongqing, Shenhzen then Hong Kong. lol… just saw the 5 guys… I ate in that one China is just so advanced
@@lesonline2268 Shanghai is the best, Les 😁 I also wasn’t impressed by Beijing, nothing special. People don’t believe me about the photo thing but it happens on a daily basis 😂 enjoy your next trip!
Came across your channel, and I have subscribed. I first visited Shanghai in 2012 and visited every year until 2019. I am planning on going finally in April 2025. With family to see my in-laws in Minghang district
I've travelled to a lot of places all over and most people are friendly, even in NYC. Havent been to Asia,,, yet. On the bucket list :) Looking forward to your vlogs.
Welcome back to Shanghai, which is also my favorite city. It is one of the best cities in China and even in the world. I hope you can enjoy your trip in Shanghai.🎉🎉🎉
Welcome to Shanghai, Ben ! Welcome , indeed ! Remember your morning bike ride on the streets ? I was impressed ! Stay at least a year ! Well, give the girl a call !
@@TravelWithBen121 So happy to see you saunter in my old homeland. I love Shanghai and stayed in Softel near Nanking East Road near the walking area. They had a bar downstairs. Lots of memories also on the Bund !
It is great to see you flying somewhere as opposed to cruising.And I know you're always very frugal on what you do so i'm curious to see what you do when you're in china
@TravelWithBen121 I hadn't listened to your post before I commented. In the states there is a lot of negativity about China in the press. I'll try to keep an open mind.
I travelled on premium economy recently too (nothing to do with China or Air China). Those were the only seats left, I had airmiles to use, so I thought why not. Like you, the seats on my row were empty, but as you know, you can't lift up the armrests, so I couldn't lie down. Coming back I got ordinary economy. My row was empty again, but this time the armrests were moveable. I was able to lie down across 4 seats and relax. Premium isn't always better.
China is definitely on my bucket list, I can’t wait for the videos I’ve been seeing your post on Instagram. And are you gonna go to Disneyland while you’re there? I mean, I know there’s a lot of other things to see and do but as a Disney fan, I want to see all the parks in the world so that’s I guess my personal dream but it be awesome if you went and did a video, if not, I’m sure you’re gonna show us great parts of the city of China But I do have to disagree with haven’t been to yet but I feel like Japan definitely has the best system in the world, but maybe I’m just biased 😊
As Brits still don't have 15day visa-free ( mostly due to government reviiverlry) so you used to the transfer-visa, of course started out as a 24hr layover out of nessisity, that is now 6days (144hrs) starting at midnight, that it's a vacation. Just make sure the flight out does not have a stop over in China. H.K. is OK. Macua is Ok if you then want to go on to do a 30day visa free in Hainan island
@TravelWithBen121 if you land at 1am, you nearly have 7 full day visa free, though finding fares that does that and then leaving at 11pm on last day is maybe not possible. And I feel homeless wandering around town after I checked out of a hotel, just to take advantage of "extra free half day"
@@TravelWithBen121Mind Your Language is a British TV series. I love all the characters in the show, especially the English teacher, Jeremy Brown played by British actor, Barry Evans.
Thanks
@@henriettasecker-shao wow! Thank you so much, Henrietta!
@@TravelWithBen121 you're welcome Ben.
Wow, Ben is back in Shanghai! Can’t wait for more videos from you. 😂👍 Subscribed!
I had a great time teaching in China too. Best job ever for eight years.
@@wcdirect9217 it’s such a great experience! I enjoyed it very much 😁
every time i go to china i feel peaceful by heart
@@sunsetblvd24 me too 😁 so much to see!
I love China 🇨🇳 I was there for 2 weeks. I was in shanghai and beijing and 4 other cities in China 🇨🇳 I was there for 2 weeks and loved it. The people was so kind. I am from the USA 🇺🇸 I went with a group we had tour guides in every city. It was great. It was 20 of us. It took us 16 hours flight to get there from Chicago Illinois USA. My Daughter went there her senior year of college and she loved it. She went with her school. She took Chinese as her second language she uses to speak Chinese very well. Not so much now it's been quite a few years. My daughter went before me and loved it. Enjoy your vacation. Btw. I love your video. I also love to travel. But I have only been to 45 countries. And I been to about 45 USA states ❤❤ i also got walked up the great wall of China 🇨🇳 it was Beautiful
@@cwretiredat53 sounds great, Collatta! China is great, not many people go there and don’t like it! 😁
As a Chinese, each time I go back to China seeing our people living in an ever better and decent manner, which I have not seen before, I have a similar feeling towards to our motherland with exitment in my heart, tears in my eyes and the music of《my motherland》in my ears.
@@kofeesala23 everyone is just living their life just like everyone else 😁
I can feel how you are so excited to be back to China Shanghai and sure you will enjoy every moment❤
@@olindaip5845 I always do, Olinda! 😁
Love your enthusiasm! I couldn’t believe the clear blue skies and cleanliness on the streets and subways. Thanks for showing me, truly amazing
@@madamenicoleNY thank you, Nicole! No trash or homeless people in sight 😮
@ It looks like a great place to live Ben. I can see why you loved it. And prices are great. Are they government subsidised? Or is there a cap on profit making?
@ very affordable, Nicole. No limits or restrictions at all, just the way they live.
So pleased to see you back in China. It brings back so many happy memories of when I lived in Shenzhen for close on 6 years . I love China and would go back to live if I could. My mind boggles at the misconceptions that so many people have of China.
@@estellegreyling8861 thank you, Estelle! Shenzhen was the first China city I went to 😁
So pleased to see you back in your happy place. You light up when you are in China. So pleased you are uploading the old China vids. They really changed my view of China. I used to tell friends to look them up as they showed what we are led to believe is largely False. Excited for this journey with you.
I will email you a name change for the members list. Who would name their kid Ed Edward’s 😊
@@ededwards5961 it is an incredible place, Ed! I’m still proud of the old China videos so I will definitely upload them 😁 who thought Ed Edwards was a good idea 😝
So looking forward to seeing more of Shanghai. My Son and daughter-in-law taught school in Guangzhou and Chengdu for 6 years but came back to the US in 2022 when the lockdowns were so strict in China. Now they teach in the Bahamas. I thoroughly enjoy all of your content. Can't wait for your next video.
@@kathleencrigger9408 that’s amazing, Kathleen! Did they both enjoy it? I have visited Guangzhou and Chengdu! China is a beautiful country 😁
I'm really excited. I always planned on going to China , in my travelling days. Alas , I never made it there , dang it. I look forward to this. Thanks, Ben!
@@sheilaathay2034 thank you, Shelia! You still might make it 😁
Hey, Ben. Shanghai is a beautiful place. I will have to add to my list to visit. It’s so great you are an educator, too. Thank you for sharing and I hope you had a great trip. 😊
@@longwood2001 thank you, Kendall! If you get the chance to visit, you should go 😁 thank you for watching!
I flew to and from China in regular economy .... never again!!!
Loved visiting China, but the flights were brutal. Good idea to upgrade!
I was a student teacher in 1983 (not long after China "opened up" to foreigners) and one of my 8th grade students' grandmother had visited China so I invited her to do a slide show for my students. It was great and I learned about the Xian warriors which I vowed I would see. Over 20 years later I was able to do it and it was everything I dreamed of and more.
I live in Oregon and also visited Portland, Oregon's sister city, Suzhou, and several other places in the 3 weeks we spent there. I'd happily go back again.
@@SherryAnnOfTheWest I agree, Sherry Ann 😂 upgrading was a great idea! Wow, that’s incredible you got to go there. Seeing the Terracotta Warriors was one of the best things I’ve ever got to experience in my life, I was just blown away by it. I went to Suzhou plenty of times too, a short train ride from Shanghai. Beautiful in its own way. China is an incredible country!
You're back Ben!! I came across your channel while researching China. Been following you since.
@@yenphung8809 thank you, Yen!
What an amazing video!!!! I believe you on safety in Shanghai. It looks absolutely beautiful! I want to see ALL those videos from Ben in China. Again, thanks for taking us along!!
Coming soon, Fredwina 😁
I've been watching a few travel vlogs and now I'm subscribing to your travel vlog because you didn't insist on viewing China from a western perspective. I can see that you're genuinely excited as you said you love Shanghai so many times in this video and you're not "shy" expressing it. Thank you for sharing your experience.
@@karenwtho9137 I view China with my eyes Karen, not through the media 😁 thank you for watching!
Thanks for the video. I never thought about Shanghai as a place to visit, but it looks amazing. I think most people in the world are nice if you’re respectful and interested in their lives and the places they live. I’m looking forward to seeing more of your trip.
@@daniellilienkamp5202 cheers, Daniel! You’re right, Tokyo, Bangkok are on many people’s lists but Shanghai usually isn’t. It’s a great place to see!
I have been a teacher too! Thanks so much Ben for telling us about your experiences there in Shanghai ❤😊
@@roxanievanlaningham7608 that’s great, Roxanie! It takes a special person to be a teacher 😁
finally u are going back! I missed your old channel.... there was a void when u stopped updating :)
I was in china with family. Beijing, Xian and Guilin. It was a fantastic trip. Very safe, the people are very friendly, good foods and lots of things to do 👏👏👏
I agree, Jasper 👍
Very true ! Teachers are very much respected in China because of our long traditional Confucius teaching 尊师重道 " respect teachers and moral principles " 🥰
@@freshlearner8431 I’ve seen it 😁
How exciting! Looking forward to many more in the next few days! You look so happy! 🇨🇦💕
@@glennismossey6976 thank you, Glennis! Many more adventures coming 😁 I am happy to be so fortunate 😁
I’m loving this, Ben!! I’m excited to see more. 😊 And I finally became a member!!
@@aprilrich807 I just saw it, thank you so much, April! I appreciate your support more than you know 😁 I’m so glad that you enjoy my videos and I’m excited to show you more! Thanks again, April! 🌹
I have never been to an Asian country but would like to. What an advantage you have being able to speak and understand their language. Thanks for sharing your adventures with us!
@@charleskerr4655 you should go if you get the chance to, Charles! HAHA you’re right, a big advantage and lots of fun speaking the language! 😁
Welcome back to China 🇨🇳.❤Chinese people giving you biggest hugs 🥰. Your mandarin very good. 👍🏻 Lots of tourists have hard time communicating with business owners. They have used a language translation App. Sometimes work and sometimes not work. Shanghai has lots of international people living in the city. They could speak Chinese language very well too.
@@00001111henry cheers, Henry!
How absolute beautiful! Am so anxious to see more of this country! Thank you.❤️
@@pamkrantz6977 I agree, Pam! Beautiful place 😁
welcome back Ben， Have a good time~
Now I understand why. ❤ My stepson was an English teacher in Beijing for two years! 😊
@@Dignitatis great, Saoirse! Did he enjoy it?
So excited to see all you have to show us in China! I love how excited you are to be there. It's somewhere I've been curious about for some time.
Premium economy is great for those longer flights. I got a whole row to myself last month when I flew to Dublin. Thanks for another great video and trip!
@@GDJason cheers, Jason! I’m glad you’re excited to see more, it’s a fascinating place. The flight was so easy! Definitely worth it for the longer flights. Thanks for watching early!
Welcome back to China and good to see you again in China ❤❤
@@siuchen7140 cheers, Chen!
Thanks for the introduction to Shanghai! It’s the people themselves that give us a proper view of a country or city, not the politicians. You keep us adding to our travel wish list!
@@paulknowles8469 I totally agree with you, Paul. That’s a great way of putting it! Real people on the ground, real experiences!
Hello, Ben. Glorious return👏👏👏
Excellent video again. So glad I found this channel a few months back.
@@oddmanoutprops9391 cheers! I’m glad you enjoy my videos 😁
Welcome back to China ben！ Miss you
welcome home，Ben. So excited to hear your news.
Ok so cats out of the bag! You went to China. Can’t wait to watch this over the weekend. Thank you Ben.
@@sheri1972 HAHA the truth is out, Sheri 😂
Yay, you are back!
Can feel that you are so exciting back to China.Enjoy your trip.
@@lizerich7044 thank you, Lize 😁
Great sharing. More foreigners should visit China.
@@liamporter1137 I agree, Liam 👍 and they are!
love your enthusiasm! welcome to china , and looking forward to later videos. why not exploring more cities in china like canton(guangdong) and more
@@詹泽凯 because Shanghai is the best 😁
WOW!!!
So jealous.
Eagerly awaiting the other videos.
@@ja_sweet_tart4539 coming soon 😝
My sister lives in Shanghai and she absolutely adores Shanghai and the Chinese people. I will visit her one day.
As a Chinese, I think It’s really interesting to see China in a foreigner’s perspective .
Had a great time in Shanghai, hi from Italy from a chengdu guy❤😅
@@studiocinese138 I saw the pandas in Chengdu 🐼
@@TravelWithBen121 ❤️😍
Ben, thank you for sharing, it's a beautiful place and your life in Shanghai sounds like it was amazing. Premium Economy is really a must for long flights. I just got home after total 14 hour flights from Rome to Texas!
@@DonaldYoung-b7x my life in Shanghai was great, Donald! So many stories to tell. Wow, 14 hours is a long flight. I could have split this flight with a layover but I just decided to upgrade and go direct, great decision!
Wow. Thanks for this vlog. Fly safe. Cheers. 🛫👍
@@lawrenceakini4981 cheers, Lawrence!
Thanks for sharing by telling the truth about China... Keep it Up... Enjoy...
I have literally never seen you so happy Ben!
@@sheri1972 haaaaa 😂 I’m excited to be back in Shanghai!
Such a beautiful city! I love your excitement for sharing it with us. I'm looking forward to all the videos to come. I would love to see the content from your other channel. I'm a big Disney fan, so those would be fun! I want to see them all. Safe and fun travels! 🙏 I appreciate you, Ben. Thank you
@@matthewhildebrandt1901 cheers, Matthew! It’s going to be a great adventure! I will be uploading some older vlogs from my China channel 😁
It's my travel day so haven't been able to watch the whole video.,but as soon as you showed Shanghai's skyline it brought back such wonderful memories for me. I look forward to seeing the night view...it's so spectacular. Will talk to you again when I get back. Have the BEST time, Ben😊
@@ychaps no problem Yvonne, it ended up being a longer video than I expected! I will never ever get bored of looking at the Shanghai skyline, just incredible! I saw the lights turn on later in the evening so come back and see that 😁 thanks so much, Yvonne!
Hello Ben, I am happy to see you again
Cheers, Cliff!
Thank you, I was waiting for this video. I came to your channel over your London videos. And of course, I became a member :-) Now I saw all your earlier videos. I wish you a great time of traveling ind Asien and Looking forward to your videos.
Now I finished watching your video and it was so great. You show other parts of the world, which I probably never will see, in such an amazing and interesting way. I appreciate your work very much
@@manuela9342 thanks so much, Manuela! Lots more videos coming 😁 I’m very excited for this Asia adventure! Thank you for becoming a channel member! 🤩
Thank you for this video. It was wonderful to watch and listen to your passion for Shanghai and travel. I was really touched listening to you and agree people and politics are two different things. When I lived in Japan, my blonde hair friend and her blonde haired children were always the center of attention wherever we went. Looking forward to the next video! Thanks!!
@@sgalligan thank you so much, Sue! I’m glad you enjoyed this video, I am nervous to see the reaction to this video so hopefully people have an open mind and are curious about seeing China. Many people for the first time. You’re right about blonde hair! I’ve seen it too, lines of people waiting to take a photo with a blonde haired foreigner 😂 it’s all fun and games! Thanks again, Sue!
@ Don’t be nervous! You can’t control what others think-keep being open and honest and those who don’t appreciate it will go elsewhere. You said “amazing” so many times I now have a new Amazon game. BTW - it did look amazing !
@ HAHAHAHAHAHA when something is amazing, I like to get my point across 😂😂
I found this a very interesting and fascinating and informative vlog. Thank you. X
@ thank you, Julia 😁
🎉🎉🎊🎊I know you are so happy that you are there enjoy yourself 🎊🎊🎊
@@karinmiranda2892 thank you, Karin!
Ben, I love your videos !!!❤❤❤ I love to hear you talk, since I am American and love all your stories. China is beautiful, such a surprise from expectations, so happy to share your excitement and see the city plus the people. 😎😍🇺🇸 I love learning about other cultures,their food and life styles. Keep filming 👏🏻👏🏻so much information for first time travelers!! ❤️❤️
@@shirleyjones270 thank you, Shirley! I think many people are surprised when they see the real China 😁
In 1985 I flew from NYC to Shanghai and likewise I had the whole row to myself. I wasn't so lucky on the way back although my return flight was from Hong Kong and packed. I concur the Chinese were very friendly and welcoming. Shanghai looks far, far more modern than it did in 1985.
@@mflewis1 I would be extremely interested to see Shanghai in 1985, Mark 😮 I’m sure it looks completely different today! What an experience.
Im so happy to explore somewhere new with you!
Enjoy all the information you provide.
@@SusanChapman-j6q I’m glad you enjoyed this video, Susan! It’s going to be an adventure 😝
I feel your excitement Ben, IM excited watching you 🥰 happy for you to be able to go back. Enjoy, I know you will . 💙
@@Billiblu51 I’m excited, Sibylle! 😝
I love chicken feet and tofu in black bean sauce, but I can't stand durian (I think it's all genetics). What I can stand though is watching Ben's Travels, 👍👍👍🙋♂💯
@@roykemp6502 thanks, Roy! Enjoy the chicken feet 😂
Welcome back Mr. Coleman stay safe and enjoy the cleanliness and beauty of Shanghai !
Thanks for sharing beautiful Shanghai with us. There are so many beautiful places in the world that have a bad rep because of the politics of their country. I really enjoy watching your videos and all the new and interesting places you go to. Just took my first cruise to Italy, Croatia, and Greece and loved it!
@@catherinecox-shaffer4612 thank you, Catherine! I’m glad I get to travel to interesting places 😁 I hope your cruise was great!
I have been fortunate to visit Macau, Hong Kong (where I managed to break my ankle!) then the real China of Wuhan City in 2019 - where I got very sick with Covid! I was still in awe of the country and automation! I will be glued to your forthcoming videos!
@@efkay93 I loved visited Macau and HK! Both fascinating places. I didn’t make it to Wuhan. Next videos coming very soon 😁
Hi Ben
Angela and I started to watch you a few weeks ago in your London trips.
We are now hooked!!
This one is fantastic. Great pictures and listening to your past, living in Shanghai. What a fantastic looking place. This really makes us want to visit 👌.
Thanks for sharing Ben.
Looking forward to your next vlog👍
Take care buddy
David & Angela x
@@focus2607 thanks so much, David and Angela! London trips were great but I’m excited to get further away from home 😁 Shanghai is great, I’m excited to share my experiences, more videos coming soon! Thanks again!
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Your welcome Ben. Thanks for the reply. A big thanks from Angela too!!
Yeah, exciting…I can see why you are so passionate and loving every minute there.
Thank you again.
See you soon 👍
@ I always reply 😁 thanks again!
I flew with Air China economy class at a recent flight to Singapore from Beijing, and I was genuinely impressed by how they have improved. I used to have pretty bad image about them. They still have a way to go compared to other Asian airlines like the Singapore Airlines or Korean Air, but it was definitely an enjoyable flight. I really liked the food.
@@TheOSouLO I had no complaints, Jimmy 😁
This is so cool. I would love to see all of your Shanghai videos while you were living there. 🥰🌹
@@territhomas3293 I have over 100, Terri 😁 I’m excited to share them!
I just got back yesterday from Shanghai after a 12 night visit. Had 3 nights in Beijing which I was less impressed with, though possibly more to see there.
Had problems with payments even though I’d set things up before I left. I think it was Halifax CC that was the issue.
Funny you mention photographs. In the forbidden city I felt like a celebrity. An old lady sneakily took a selfie with me and then ended up a troop of elderly Chinese lined up to shake hands and take v finger photos with then. Great fun. With a translator I was told “it was a great honour to meet you.”
Anyway, flights just booked today to return in September and touring in a big circle starting in Shanghai, Beijing, Xian, Chrngdu, Chongqing, Shenhzen then Hong Kong.
lol… just saw the 5 guys… I ate in that one
China is just so advanced
@@lesonline2268 Shanghai is the best, Les 😁 I also wasn’t impressed by Beijing, nothing special. People don’t believe me about the photo thing but it happens on a daily basis 😂 enjoy your next trip!
Came across your channel, and I have subscribed. I first visited Shanghai in 2012 and visited every year until 2019. I am planning on going finally in April 2025. With family to see my in-laws in Minghang district
@@adamh7588 cheers, Adam! Enjoy your trip 😁 I used to live and work in Minhang.
I've travelled to a lot of places all over and most people are friendly, even in NYC. Havent been to Asia,,, yet. On the bucket list :) Looking forward to your vlogs.
@@artgirllovespaint thank you! Go if you can 😁
Great personality. Welcome back to china. China love you.
Welcome back to Shanghai Ben, my ancestors native city, love the foods and vibes🎉
Cheers, Michael!
@ I live in Hk and please drop by for a visit if you find the time
Really feel excited to me to seeing you come back to China. Enjoy your nice trip, man.
Air China’s meal are much better than Air Canada. I love China too. When I first visit Beijing it amazes me .
@@917amazon food was great, Ken 😁
Welcome back to Shanghai, which is also my favorite city. It is one of the best cities in China and even in the world. I hope you can enjoy your trip in Shanghai.🎉🎉🎉
@@TiffanyChenLi520 thank you, Tiffany! I agree 😁
Welcome back 😊😊😊😊
@@thisiskevin1000 cheers, Kevin 😁
Now i want to go to China you've convinced me 😅
Its safe....I dunno why the westerner was so afraid of China.
@@jepoyfern5627 go for it, Jepoy 😁
Thanks so much for sharing your honest opinion and showing us the real China. I’ve just subscribed your channel.
@@melc6317 cheers, Mel!
Welcome to Shanghai, Ben ! Welcome , indeed ! Remember your morning bike ride on the streets ? I was impressed ! Stay at least a year ! Well, give the girl a call !
@@david1234lee cheers, David! I still have the videos from China to remind me of my adventures 😁
@@TravelWithBen121 So happy to see you saunter in my old homeland. I love Shanghai and stayed in Softel near Nanking East Road near the walking area. They had a bar downstairs. Lots of memories also on the Bund !
It is great to see you flying somewhere as opposed to cruising.And I know you're always very frugal on what you do so i'm curious to see what you do when you're in china
@@cheribelz5869 thank you, Cheri! It’s going to be a big adventure 😁 more cruising coming soon but a lot of flying first!
@TravelWithBen121 I hadn't listened to your post before I commented. In the states there is a lot of negativity about China in the press. I'll try to keep an open mind.
@ it’s just my opinion, Cheri 😁 everyone can have their own.
Welcome back to China.
Have a good trip Ben.
Have a good day.
Welcome back enjoy.
I travelled on premium economy recently too (nothing to do with China or Air China). Those were the only seats left, I had airmiles to use, so I thought why not. Like you, the seats on my row were empty, but as you know, you can't lift up the armrests, so I couldn't lie down. Coming back I got ordinary economy. My row was empty again, but this time the armrests were moveable. I was able to lie down across 4 seats and relax. Premium isn't always better.
@@pbworld7858 premium is always better 😂 you just got lucky on the way back.
哈哈。你又来玩啦！❤🎉
aah was hoping you could stay there longer. I'd like to see if some areas have Christmas decorations/festivities.🎉
@@da12641 of course they do, Darren 👍
great video. Did you check in many bags. How was the food and customer service
Cheers, Duane! I checked one bag, great food and service!
My dream is to visit China. Love your video!!
@@kurtbooth6111 cheers, Kurt! Go if you can 😁
Thanks you heard my wish to record a flight video, as much as I love your cruising vlogs, I love watching flight vlogs…thanks enjoy
@@stefancobh cheers, Stefan! I hope it was interesting 😁 very comfortable flight!
China is definitely on my bucket list, I can’t wait for the videos I’ve been seeing your post on Instagram. And are you gonna go to Disneyland while you’re there? I mean, I know there’s a lot of other things to see and do but as a Disney fan, I want to see all the parks in the world so that’s I guess my personal dream but it be awesome if you went and did a video, if not, I’m sure you’re gonna show us great parts of the city of China
But I do have to disagree with haven’t been to yet but I feel like Japan definitely has the best system in the world, but maybe I’m just biased 😊
@@Commonsenseisnotcommon8 I won’t go to Shanghai Disneyland this trip, maybe in the future 😁 I agree, Japan’s systems are great too 😂
Incredible!!!!
China is a very good country
Ben, I wanted to see your Shanghai Disneyland videos, when can you re-release them for us again?
@@roxanievanlaningham7608 soon 😁
I will be flying with them in January and also in Premium to Beijing..
What is the name of your hotel please? And how much is it?
BTW I did watch many of your videos from your old channel. Would love to see Jessie again
@@taffyandbeanz I will talk about the hotel in a future video 😁
11 hours flight aint that bad. Took me 14hrs from SFO to HK. BTW. seemed like you had better meals than me with Cathay Pacific, LOL😁
@@shiwang8989 great meals 😁
Thanks for the journey
你的中文太好了 欢迎再次来到上海❤
谢谢你 😊
As Brits still don't have 15day visa-free ( mostly due to government reviiverlry) so you used to the transfer-visa, of course started out as a 24hr layover out of nessisity, that is now 6days (144hrs) starting at midnight, that it's a vacation. Just make sure the flight out does not have a stop over in China. H.K. is OK. Macua is Ok if you then want to go on to do a 30day visa free in Hainan island
I already left China, no problem Tony 😊
@TravelWithBen121 if you land at 1am, you nearly have 7 full day visa free, though finding fares that does that and then leaving at 11pm on last day is maybe not possible. And I feel homeless wandering around town after I checked out of a hotel, just to take advantage of "extra free half day"
Hey bro you arrived during the weekend? It seems there are no one on the metro. BTW have a nice trip.
@@gamesnerd6806 I arrived Tuesday morning 7am 😁 thank you!
Nice video Ben😊. Don't know why, you always remind me of Mr Brown in Mind Your Language.
@@Nana-io8tm thank you, Nana 😁 I don’t know who that is.
@@TravelWithBen121Mind Your Language is a British TV series. I love all the characters in the show, especially the English teacher, Jeremy Brown played by British actor, Barry Evans.