Urban Family Shanghai

Mom Blogger: The Halloween Spirit in Shanghai

Coming to Shanghai I figured that Halloween was one of those worldwide phenomena that people just participate in everywhere. Turns out Shanghai kind of doesn’t.

By Urban Family, Oct 14, 2014 14:31

Mom Blogger: Get Out of Dodge!

Spending the Chinese holiday at home? No problem. Mom blogger shares her tips on avoiding the crowds and making the most of your holiday at home.

By Urban Family, Sep 26, 2014 13:10

Mom Blogger: Getting Artsy

Mom blogger Nicole Chia comes clean on her crafting obsession and shares some tips for DIY projects in Shanghai.

By Urban Family, Sep 17, 2014 12:00

Mom Blogger: What to Wear?

Mom blogger Nicole Chia ponders what to wear in Shanghai's humidity and often unpredictable weather.

By Urban Family, Sep 10, 2014 12:20

Weekend Waffle at the Kerry Centre!

Shanghai’s 1st carnival for the trend-conscious family returns to Jing An Kerry Centre Piazza, this time with a fun and funky mid-autumn festival theme.

By Urban Family, Sep 03, 2014 15:58

Mom Blogger: How to Manage a Bad Day in China

Urban Family's mom blogger Nicole Chia on how to cope when you're having a bad China day.

By Urban Family, Sep 03, 2014 15:23

Mom Blogger: Returning to Shanghai

Urban Family's new mom blogger Nicole Chia shares her amusing insight into beating jet lag with kids after returning to Shanghai from her summer break.

By Urban Family, Aug 27, 2014 15:30

Jiashan Market back September 6!

Jiashan Saturday Market returns after their summer break to bring you some of Shanghai's best artisan produce and handmade crafts.

By Urban Family, Aug 27, 2014 15:00

Philippines Vacation Inspiration: Boracay

Hidden away on the northwest tip of Panay Island in the Philippines is a hub of beautiful beaches and coves known as Boracay

By Urban Family, Aug 27, 2014 14:30

Philippines Vacation Inspiration: Palawan

Palawan is the last frontier of the Philippines, a long, thin and sparsely-populated island province that provides the quintessential paradise for those seeking tranquility. See our October Holiday deals!

By Urban Family, Aug 27, 2014 14:00

Philippines Vacation Inspiration - Cebu

Looking for a tranquil island retreat for the whole family? Look no further than Cebu in the Philippines.

By Urban Family, Aug 27, 2014 14:00

Museum Review: Shanghai Animation and Comics Museum

Marvel fans get ready. There is a place where you can celebrate the superheroes and villains you’ve been worshipping since you were a kid.

By Urban Family, Aug 20, 2014 11:30

5 of the Best Specialty Museums in Shanghai

The dog days of summer are here. While most people are away on holidays, there’s still plenty to discover during before school starts.

By Urban Family, Aug 20, 2014 10:30

Meet Our New Mom Blogger: Nicole Chia

Urban Family mom blogger Nicole Chia shares some of her thoughts when she first arrived in Shanghai

By Urban Family, Aug 20, 2014 10:20

Meet Our New Mom Blogger: Nicole Chia

I remember being bewildered by this big grey city, full of people that spoke a really difficult language that I had no idea how to navigate. All my life I had lived in Toronto, Canada, so I mean, I’m used to cities, but never had I lived in somewhere so a

By Urban Family, Aug 20, 2014 10:11