walking around shanghai talking about life: chatty vlog, exploring a new city alone

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  • @AmySparkles27
    @AmySparkles27 Рік тому +305

    I lived in China for a year and totally fell in love, never felt unsafe and had wonderful experiences. Originally I was supposed to work in Japan but the job fell through last min and in desperation to leave my town for something completely different I took a job in Beijing, everyone warned me about China and some people down right hated me going there but I felt the most comfortable in Beijing than I have in any country I have ever been too. I plan to move back next year! ❤

    • @postahundredcommentsbutonl4408
      @postahundredcommentsbutonl4408 Рік тому +37

      Your words surprised me. Because according to my understanding of Westerners, even Western colonialists admit that China is much safer than their countries, but they usually add a sentence at the end. "China is not free", "China cannot smoke marijuana", "Chinese people do not have the right to hold guns" and so on. But these things are absolute advantages in the eyes of the Chinese.
      And your words made me realize that Western media will even attack "China is not safe"! ! ! !

    • @BingDwenDwen
      @BingDwenDwen Рік тому +13

      @@postahundredcommentsbutonl4408 In China you can drink alcohol publicly on the street. In most western countries you would be arrested for that or get a fine from the police lol 🍺

    • @中華傲訣
      @中華傲訣 Рік тому +12

      You should not befriend those friends who hated u for going there because these friends have bad characters.

    • @itsOVER9999
      @itsOVER9999 Рік тому +11

      japan is introvert country , china is extrovert country people more welcome n curious with foreigner n some ask u for selfie lol ,meanwhile in japan everyone just introvert , theres video on tiktok ,white girl complain its so hard make friend in japan ,she feel useles learn japanese lol

    • @AmySparkles27
      @AmySparkles27 Рік тому +7

      @postahundredcommentsbutonl4408 in my eyes I never wanted to do those things that China won't allow so it made no difference to me.

  • @AlexB-xb2gr
    @AlexB-xb2gr Рік тому +265

    To hear you talk about China in such a positive and open-minded outlook made me so happy. I am a Chinese girl growing up in New Zealand - although we are a very culturally diverse country, prejudices against China are still highly prevalent especially fuelled by Covid-19. Thank you so much reminding everyone to soften their distinctions and to question their internal biases when exploring a foreign and oriental country. Lots of love for your videos - I discovered this channel a couple months ago and have been a huge fan since.

    • @blue-xb1cq
      @blue-xb1cq Рік тому +5

      Morgan might be on the FBI/CIA watch list now.

    • @alex100yi
      @alex100yi Рік тому +1

      @@blue-xb1cq哈哈,你很会搞笑,希望你开心!

  • @sravanthireddy9132
    @sravanthireddy9132 Рік тому +165

    Morgan, I love how you are open to exploring other countries and cultures.

  • @themediterraneanguy
    @themediterraneanguy Рік тому +55

    I am living in Beijing China for 7 years and totally love it, never felt unsafe and had wonderful experiences. China is absolutely a diverse country, can find everything you want and do whatever you want (as long as it's the right thing, without disturbing the public order).

  • @mkyano516
    @mkyano516 10 місяців тому +3

    wow, shanghai looks like a fascinating place

  • @xuanrongchen6194
    @xuanrongchen6194 Рік тому +113

    Hi Morgan! I am from Shanghai, and it is absolutely amazing to see that you are in my hometown! I really appreciate your openness and non-judgmental attitude towards our culture, people, and the city in general. You even think that women with the orange was entertaining 🤣 I LOVE IT. I hope you have a wonderful time and enjoy everything Shanghai has to offer:)

    • @chenqizhou1634
      @chenqizhou1634 Рік тому +6

      I am from Shanghai,too🎉

    • @alex100yi
      @alex100yi Рік тому +4

      @@chenqizhou1634我就在上海看她的视频

  • @aliyaandrews
    @aliyaandrews Рік тому +73

    watching Morgan is a form of self care at this point. I love her

  • @lovelovlov
    @lovelovlov 8 місяців тому +1

    Shanghai is absolutely amazing.
    And you’ll gain a new perspective each time you visit.
    I love the crazy fancy side of it; love love the grandma grandpa local eatery vibe; love the multiple sides of the city.
    Can’t wait to visit again.

  • @katyy1218
    @katyy1218 Рік тому +27

    morgan! as a chinese living in america it’s so nice to see this video and recognize the places you’re at, i hope you have so much fun in shanghai!

  • @tsnaudex
    @tsnaudex Рік тому +27

    love that you're sharing this and dispelling myths about china :) life is better when you're open minded

  • @l0v3y0uSJ
    @l0v3y0uSJ Рік тому +34

    I'm seeing so many comments with th same sentiment as mine!! I'm also a Chinese American fan and I love how you approach a new country and espically somewhere so different as Shanghai! So many people tend to romanticize europe but not as many people romanticize visiting China so seeing this truly makes me so proud

    • @l0v3y0uSJ
      @l0v3y0uSJ Рік тому +2

      also the percy jackson made my day

  • @rachellelui
    @rachellelui Рік тому +20

    I recently went to Shanghai and it was so fun seeing you visit Jing An District / going to places I explored too. I love how you researched about Shanghai and exploring a city that's very unknown to you. Love this mindset

  • @CyanDAnjouuu
    @CyanDAnjouuu 3 місяці тому +1

    I really appreciated hearing your takes on the questions and comments that came up during the video! I think your perspective is refreshing and open. Really encouraged me as I prepare to go to Shanghai myself soon.

  • @timmcgraw3096
    @timmcgraw3096 Рік тому +6

    I'm glad to see that your feeling about China life is so chill and comfortable. Thank you for presenting China in a more objective and fair way. Besides Shanghai, there are many other interesting places in China. Ningbo, Hangzhou and Suzhou are all very good and very close to Shanghai. I hope you have a happy life in China.
    BTW, you are beautiful ~

  • @ZacharyReality
    @ZacharyReality Рік тому +41

    I love tuning in each week!! Morgan does such a great job of editing her videos and her life is so interesting

    • @moorrgs
      @moorrgs  Рік тому +3

      ily! 🩷

    • @ssrae-2229
      @ssrae-2229 Рік тому +1

      @@moorrgs I have NEVER watched your video BEFORE... this will be my firsts: I go to the comments section first . 🥰😀

  • @anonymousamateurph
    @anonymousamateurph Рік тому +10

    Thank you Morgan for this video! I really love your attitude. That is what traveling is all about, exploring and experiencing a different culture with your own eyes, without the biases you see or hear from the media. I lived in Shanghai on my own for a year more than a decade ago. I thought I would hate it there at first but ended up falling in love with the city. So this is such a flashback for me. Will be looking forward to Shanghai Part 2 video. :)

  • @laurens_library_xo
    @laurens_library_xo Рік тому +7

    Taylor when he lifts his foot up to show us his trainers and says 'oh'! Looking forward to seeing more of your travels in the coming weeks Morgan ✨🤍

  • @chenqizhou1634
    @chenqizhou1634 Рік тому +4

    Hello Morgan, I am a local Shanghai girl and has been a big fan of your vlogs for months. Just enjoy your stay here in Shanghai.Hopefully you can discover and explore this city in an interesting way. Food here in Shanghai is absolutely diverse depending on what you do want to eat❤🎉😊

  • @christinaibrikji
    @christinaibrikji Рік тому +3

    The talk about anxiety thank you!!! I struggle with it and it was so nice to hear about how u now do things alonee

  • @irenealcarazosorio31
    @irenealcarazosorio31 Рік тому +3

    Morgan, it's so good that you talk about doing things by your own. I always get so much anxiety about going to places and eating alone... But when i moved in to a new city to study a few years ago, I started going for a walk, going shopping and going for a coffee by myself. Now, I can say that these are my favourite things to do when I have a break from classes, and I don't mind doing them alone.

  • @Meeshhhh
    @Meeshhhh Рік тому +4

    “Seeing your anxiety/ fears as a catalyst” 🤯 you are amazing

  • @kerryheathfield256
    @kerryheathfield256 Рік тому +4

    You are so insightful and I always go away from your vlogs having a new perspective on things. I love how you tackle life and situations and your thought processes.

  • @andrephx90
    @andrephx90 Рік тому +1

    The change of sceneries/cities is one of the coolest things on these videos :)

  • @sophieh.4035
    @sophieh.4035 Рік тому +1

    i love how you practice what you preach in such a honest and sweet way!! and get out of your comfort zone, very inspiering, love your videos!!

  • @helenmcmahon2498
    @helenmcmahon2498 Рік тому +8

    Hello Morgan, thank you for another great vlog. You do an amazing job exploring new places by yourself. It’s always challenging, but so rewarding. Have a fantastic time, hope Taylor does well. Love from 🇦🇺

  • @onefineday_
    @onefineday_ Рік тому +4

    First time here and I think I really love your humble sharing of experiences doing things alone and i really admired your openness and attitude towards different cultures and people. I have never been to the US but to hear someone from the US said that other places outside of US are relatively safer than anywhere else inside US - this made me 🤣and I totally agree, having watch all the international news from where I am =) Keep it up with this content, I have really enjoyed myself =)

  • @harshithabhat6593
    @harshithabhat6593 Рік тому +3

    Love the rawness of your vlogs, Morgan! It's difficult to be touring around the whole year and it's so important to get comfortable with your own company. Really admire the way you carry yourself, explore different places, try to keep improving yourself and just how real you are. Absolutely loved your AO and Wimbledon outfits❤❤ Keep the vlogs coming, lots of lovee❤🫶

  • @laurastone6578
    @laurastone6578 Рік тому +5

    You go girl. I love how you face your fears and encourage others to do the same. Tell Taylor he STILL looks cute with shorter hair! 👍

  • @racheldahl7979
    @racheldahl7979 Рік тому

    tbh I feel if ur on your own for example outside somewhere in a cafe, park or pub, ur more likely to gain a unique, enjoyable and meaningful experience than ur with ur friends or family, bc that is the time u get to explore things by urself and really listen to the voice of 'inner mind' without being disrupted by someone else's schedules plans or interests, and I myself always find unexpected, entertaining or new things(eg. knowledge or philosophical ideas), even unexpected people who later became friends when I'm out by myself, and I call it serendipity

  • @marybrown348
    @marybrown348 Рік тому +2

    yes yes yes!!! pls show more city life shanghai is one of the most advanced cities ever!!

  • @Sophx16
    @Sophx16 Рік тому +5

    I'm heading over to Shanghai as well at the end of the week for the tournament, and your vlog is making me extra excited! As always I adore your insight and I love how open-minded you are to all cultures and new experiences ❤

  • @mansoor3159
    @mansoor3159 Рік тому +4

    Morgan this is one of my favourite vlog and your vlogs are too too too comfort to watch you are my inspiration and I wish you have a beautiful week ahead🤗💫💗

  • @joeyp1927
    @joeyp1927 Рік тому +1

    Exploring a new city and doing things alone is a great theme for a video about Shanghai! I have heard that Shanghai, and China in general, are extremely safe places especially for women. I watched another vlog by a woman who said she never felt unsafe coming home alone late at night or 2 in the morning in Shanghai, whether walking down the street or taking a car service (please be safe nonetheless!). I think this is key and should be discussed a lot more, because no matter the progress in other realms, there is no gender equality if one gender cannot be safe even walking down the street.

  • @MelodyDorsa
    @MelodyDorsa Рік тому +1

    you are quite literally my favorite UA-camr!! so open-minded and I love how much you learn about other cultures and actually experience other cultures

  • @jraelew
    @jraelew Рік тому

    “Make sure you’re living more than you’re THINKING about living.” 😮 thank you for that!

  • @aynytea
    @aynytea Рік тому +1

    As someone much, much older who’s been there done all that alone that too as a foreigner (in America), before the internet all I can say is that you’re doing everything right… good for you, just be aware of your safety. America NYC was super safe in the 90’s.

  • @user-tv6dh2jo5h
    @user-tv6dh2jo5h Рік тому +1

    It’s so great that you are being open minded❤️

  • @ozatanvi
    @ozatanvi Рік тому +5

    Yasss! I'm obsessed with Morgan's content! Her editing skills are on fleek, and her life is major goals. Sending you all the love, girl! Hope your day is pure magic! ✨💖 Keep slaying! 🌟

  • @greentraveler4114
    @greentraveler4114 11 місяців тому +2

    Chinese food are my favourite cuisine, it's just so diverse, each city each province of China has different cuisines and I never ate the same thing, the variety it offers just abundant. You will find something you dislike, but for sure you will find something you love the most. For most European cuisines are just limted options kind fixed items that we could choose from, you know what it is and keep repeating eating the same thing again and again, in China or in Asia it's more like you are exploring something new almost everyday. I am not a fan a spicy food but I could simply tell the waiter don't put chilli peppers on it besides so many food are not spicy.

  • @veryverysmiley
    @veryverysmiley Рік тому +3

    I love Shanghai! I’m glad you’re enjoying the city ❤❤❤

  • @vanillasweetcream
    @vanillasweetcream Рік тому +1

    mondays are the best with you 🤍

  • @amanirao4710
    @amanirao4710 Рік тому +1

    morgan!! another amazing vlog, i absolutely love how open to other cultures you are! you're amazing and i always feel so calm and happy after watching your vlogs!!

  • @npcarney
    @npcarney Рік тому +4

    Morgan, your vlog this week is so amazing! I have been struggling with anxiety and fears the past couple weeks and your conversation about this has allowed me to change my perception! Thank you for being so open and have a conversation about difficult topics, I always enjoy watching your content!

  • @kilk3-e5w
    @kilk3-e5w Рік тому

    Your attitude and mindset - takes the content to the next level 🥺🥺

  • @christopherzhao3135
    @christopherzhao3135 Рік тому

    Thank u for sharing ur ways to tackle social anxiety. Helps a lot!

  • @jennzhang1188
    @jennzhang1188 Рік тому +1

    awwww morgan i cant believe you r in the streets of shanghai!!!!

  • @marccolomayt82094
    @marccolomayt82094 Рік тому +2

    Enjoying this relaxing Shanghai travel lifestyle vlog!!! ❤❤❤

  • @wongjefx980
    @wongjefx980 Рік тому

    "the food is not disgusting....just different"...so true

  • @jennifer6833
    @jennifer6833 Рік тому +2

    Best vlog I’ve seen from you Morgan.

  • @kaylathompson1331
    @kaylathompson1331 Рік тому +1

    Ugh you inspire me so much thank you for that ❤🫶🏾

  • @thedealwithfashion
    @thedealwithfashion Рік тому +4

    I always feel so motivated after watching your videos. If you could consider making a longer one, so i can do 12 3 30 to one please😂🙏🏽

  • @randomname931
    @randomname931 Рік тому +1

    Shanghai is one of the, if not the safest city I’ve ever been to.

  • @Justagirl325
    @Justagirl325 Рік тому +1

    So true I learned to do stuff on my own on a group trip no one wanted to do some of the stuff I wanted to do and I just thought I may never be here again I don’t want any regrets lol and now as a wife and mom I love going to the movies by myself the peace ☮️ lol

    • @moorrgs
      @moorrgs  Рік тому +1

      it’s the best 🩷

  • @Leileipku
    @Leileipku Рік тому

    Happy to see you took the city walk around Anfu road and Wukang road instead of Lujiazui

  • @nancyzhou1603
    @nancyzhou1603 Рік тому +1

    omg yayyy i'm a big fan of ur content from shanghai & so so happy that u visited my hometown

  • @frida_eiane
    @frida_eiane Рік тому +3

    Cuties💗 So important what you say about things being DIFFERENT, not wrong, just different.
    Feel people can have such quick, harsh judgments cause things are different than what they’re used to. Appreciate that you bring this up and have fun💗

  • @irenealcarazosorio31
    @irenealcarazosorio31 Рік тому +1

    also, love that taylor got a haircut!

  • @donnale
    @donnale Рік тому +2

    Hey Morgan, editing is always on point and as someone who’s learning to appreciate time alone, your advice was really helpful. Great vlog ily ❤

  • @wangray9456
    @wangray9456 Рік тому

    I am in Shanghai going on business right now and come across your video to find some inspirations for some spots to visit😂And you talked about how to overcome feeling uncomfortable while traveling alone, which is exactly what I need😅

  • @jaduuum
    @jaduuum Рік тому +1

    Morgan, your hair looked so so pretty in this video

  • @brittnis7294
    @brittnis7294 Рік тому +2

    I love your movie theater story being how you gained confidence to do things alone! ❤ That was also the start of my solo adventures... in middle school my entire friend group wanted to see Alien vs Predator but I HAD to see Sisterhood of the Travelling Pants so I went by myself. To this day, no regrets! 😂

  • @miniamipress
    @miniamipress Рік тому

    this is some MAJOR girl's girl energy 🥹 thanks for sharingg!

  • @blues7667
    @blues7667 Рік тому +3

    thank you for sharing your thoughts and true review about China.

  • @AlsoSpears
    @AlsoSpears Рік тому

    MANNER is my daily routine!;))

  • @la0070.
    @la0070. Рік тому

    Great advise Morgan! Love exploring too.

  • @malonehn3224
    @malonehn3224 Рік тому

    I've used to live there in Shanghai in Bulgari Hotel at the back of Manner Coffee where you at in your vlog ...old people mostly are snob, but the younger generation are very accommodating, hospitable..maybe because the younger generation could speak English..enjoy your stay.

  • @giulia.v5
    @giulia.v5 Рік тому

    Great great messages 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 thank you. I too have gotten into the habit of going to the cinema alone and I love it!

  • @aynytea
    @aynytea Рік тому +1

    I’m here because your vlogs are great but I found them because I am a Tennis Taylor fan… gosh why is Taylor so criminally cute. I love it every time you drag him in. More of him please. 🎾💚🎾💚

    • @aynytea
      @aynytea Рік тому +1

      Oh and great job of handling this foreign a country. Shanghai looks great.

  • @kristynkapospisilova6806
    @kristynkapospisilova6806 Рік тому +2

    Girl, you are absolutely beautiful😍

  • @maggiemao8953
    @maggiemao8953 Рік тому +2

    Thanks, Morgan! Love from China🇨🇳💗!

  • @priscarani
    @priscarani Рік тому +1

    Watching your vlogs for the fashion and wisdom 👌

  • @snowyy.5275
    @snowyy.5275 Рік тому

    Hey Morgan! If you want to see some Old Shanghai, you can visit the Hongkou area. It's not as touristy or developed, but it'll give a glimpse into life in Shanghai 30-40 years ago. The Xuhui district (French Concession) is also a great place to visit

  • @Jinxguan
    @Jinxguan Рік тому +1

    hiiii!Morgan! I am a fan from China!glad to see you having a nice time there! ❤

  • @laurxnliu
    @laurxnliu Рік тому

    I can’t imagine how food from China is disgusting unless they’re referring to the small diners that line the street. Those food places are typically avoided by most people and the only ones who eat there are workers looking for a quick bite. Generally, all the good food places people know to visit are either popular street venues, malls, or good restaurants. You’re awesome for being open-minded and disregarding the negative biases about China. China is so fun, I miss it. Next time you’re there, I def recommend going to some Michelin Star restaurants for their specialty cuisines such as roasted duck… YUM, it has changed my tastebuds for life. Cheers.

  • @esmes2113
    @esmes2113 Рік тому

    omg i can't believe you came to shanghai! I'm from Beijing and got to know your channel through your packing for Europe video and never thought you would travel to China. This is so cool!

  • @LG-zd1gz
    @LG-zd1gz Рік тому

    As a huge city as Tokyo, SH deserves you to explore for longer times, hope you enjoy it as the national holiday just finish 😂

  • @truezyf
    @truezyf Рік тому

    have a good trip

  • @samanthaprice
    @samanthaprice Рік тому +1

    love watching your videos ❤

  • @naokiokusa5578
    @naokiokusa5578 2 місяці тому

    That grandpa at the start was like, "Hey, are you filming a TikTok?

  • @ashleym8867
    @ashleym8867 Рік тому

    Omg your hair looks so good like that 🌊🌊🌊

  • @anathompson7072
    @anathompson7072 Рік тому +1

    I love when you share your thoughts but would’ve liked more video content and for it to be longer after a week of vlogging

  • @guoqingluo1001
    @guoqingluo1001 Рік тому +3

    Welcome to China, and welcome to Shanghai! Hope you enjoy yourself there haha

  • @aracelij
    @aracelij Рік тому +1

    Miss Morgan, you are crushing it!!! ❤

  • @jraelew
    @jraelew Рік тому

    I love that the lady with the orange clapped for you! 😅

  • @NiinaaP
    @NiinaaP Рік тому +4

    Highly highly recommend checking out the Shanghai Propaganda Poster Art Centre. It's a bit hard to find but they have an amazing collection and do a great job explaining a really important part of China's history.

  • @johnchernabcinterviewandca3153

    Shanghai is known for dumplings and buns. U should get something called Jo Chai shui jao ( leek dumpling). Or, Shui Jian Bao (Dumpling, but they fry the bottom super crispy).

  • @mikaelasimone1439
    @mikaelasimone1439 Рік тому +1

    I love how you see the best in all of the cities you visit! I do the same when I travel even if it's not my cup of tea I love to experience different cultures and see how other people in the world live.
    How is the pollution is shanghai? I really struggled in Beijing quite a few years ago . It was such an interesting and eye-opening cultural experience visiting there.

    • @moorrgs
      @moorrgs  Рік тому +2

      I haven’t noticed any issues with the air quality here!

    • @mikaelasimone1439
      @mikaelasimone1439 Рік тому

      @@moorrgs that is good to hear!

  • @wiktoriagut2284
    @wiktoriagut2284 Рік тому

    It was a very very very eye opening video, thank you!

  • @esmeliu1439
    @esmeliu1439 2 місяці тому

    As a Chinese person living in the States for 11 years, I went back to China last year and had the same struggle - I couldn’t pay for anything. I pulled out cash, and they looked at me like I was from the Stone Age, haha.
    You're so brave for walking around alone, though. Not that Shanghai is unsafe, it's just that people are going to think you're a movie star and try to take pictures with you!

  • @MAX-ky2ew
    @MAX-ky2ew Рік тому

    The 19th Asian Game is going in Hangzhou which is a city about 30 minutes bullet train ride. It's worth it to have a look during your visit.

  • @tanylines
    @tanylines Рік тому

    love your energy Morgan :)

  • @Xiaohong289
    @Xiaohong289 Рік тому

    Wow, I hope you have a good time in Shanghai🎉🎉🎉😊😊😊

  • @dma8728
    @dma8728 Рік тому

    beautiful city

  • @acd1168
    @acd1168 Рік тому

    I love that movie so much "Abraham Lincoln Vampire Hunter."

  • @fay5833
    @fay5833 5 місяців тому

    love this video!

  • @millioncolap2568
    @millioncolap2568 10 місяців тому +1

    At 1:46 the man was asking you if you were filming for a tiktok vid lamo😂❤

  • @ThatGooner
    @ThatGooner Рік тому +3

    I was the exact same re going to the movies. Thought it'd be super embarrassing but also didn't want the hassle of having to organise it with groups of people every time, so I braved it and went to see Spider-verse by myself and it's been an absolute game-changer. Still got a ways to go before the restaurant stage and then the solo trip stage, but I'm glad I got over that hurdle, at least.

    • @moorrgs
      @moorrgs  Рік тому +1

      it’s a good place to start 🩷🩷

  • @petraneate4660
    @petraneate4660 Рік тому

    love the vlogs Morgan! xxx

  • @lottafelicitas
    @lottafelicitas Рік тому

    i'm obsessed 💋💋

  • @mariped
    @mariped Рік тому

    i missed the travel vlogs omg !! 🤍