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A Luxurious Weekend Getaway: Spontaneous Trips to Shanghai and Beijing

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Last updated 2026-09-25 — Following the Shanghai World Expo, a wave of enthusiasm for mainland travel has emerged. Cities like Shanghai and Beijing, known for their international flair and quality offerings, are increasingly attracting young people and white-collar professionals. Breaking away from the previous stereotype of lower-quality travel experiences on the mainland, these cities now shine as top travel destinations with their stylish hotels and urban attractions. The convenience of direct cross-strait flights has also made spontaneous weekend trips to Shanghai and Beijing easier than ever.

Following the Shanghai World Expo, a wave of enthusiasm for mainland travel has emerged. Cities like Shanghai and Beijing, known for their international flair and quality offerings, are increasingly attracting young people and white-collar professionals. Breaking away from the previous stereotype of lower-quality travel experiences on the mainland, these cities now shine as top travel destinations with their stylish hotels and urban attractions. The convenience of direct cross-strait flights has also made spontaneous weekend trips to Shanghai and Beijing easier than ever.

Guest room at Shanghai Pudong Shangri-La. Image courtesy of Shangri-La Hotels

In collaboration with Shangri-La, a leading Asia-Pacific business hotel group, the operator offers tailored packages for major mainland cities. Travelers staying at any of the globally located Shangri-La hotels can explore exciting destinations such as the Shanghai World Expo, where the "China Pavilion" uses cutting-edge multimedia to bring historical figures and landmarks to life; Shanghai’s "Xintiandi," a perfect blend of traditional Shikumen architecture and modern design; Beijing’s massive digital fantasy sky screen, "The Place," that invites you to look up in awe; Beijing’s "798 Art District," Asia’s largest hub for contemporary art; Ningbo’s "Tianyi Square," home to Asia’s tallest musical fountain and a 20-meter-wide water screen movie; Suzhou’s "Museum of the New District," the final masterpiece by renowned architect I.M. Pei; and Dalian’s "Russian Street," which transports visitors back to 19th-century Russia... These are just some of the most innovative attractions in recent years.

2010 Shanghai World Expo Site

Groups of friends can plan 3–7 day group or independent trips based on their preferred cities, while professionals with limited vacation time might opt for a quick weekend getaway. For example, 'Discovering Shangri-La on the Mainland': 4-day Shanghai or Beijing self-guided tours starting from just NT$23,500. Flights are operated by EVA Air direct services—depart Friday, return Monday—with packages available for solo travelers, making spontaneous luxury weekend trips easier than ever and currently all the rage.

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