Shanghai 2010 - World Expo

Re: Theme, Emblem, Mascot of Shanghai Expo

Aquaspace — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 03:57:37 +0100

how come noone likes haibao? i think he's cute :P

Re: Theme, Emblem, Mascot of Shanghai Expo

Kqfiesta — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 07:40:32 +0100

you are creative

Re: Taipei Pavilion to provide virtual lift

Jasuk — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 09:37:46 +0100

The lift in Taipei 101 was built by Toshiba (japan) and is fastest in world in up direction 1,010 meters per minute or 60.6km per hour and has been officially certified by Guinness World Records in its 2006 edition..i have a friend invloved in the design of it >:D< I am just name dropping it my only claim to fame (:D

Re: Theme, Emblem, Mascot of Shanghai Expo

Jasuk — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 09:31:55 +0100

To me the shanghai mascot looks like a blue sponge i would clean the bath with, not sure why??? :S

Theme, Emblem, Mascot of Shanghai Expo

Kqfiesta — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 09:01:34 +0100

[url=http://www.i-chinastyle.com/shanghai-expo]Shanghai Expo[/url] Duration: May 1 to Oct 31, 2010 Expected Visitors: 70 million Expected Participants: 200 Hotine: +86-21-962010 [url=http://www.i-chinastyle.com/shanghai-expo]Theme[/url] The theme of Expo 2010 is “Better City, Better Life,” representing the common wish of the whole humankind for a better living in future urban environments. [url=http://www.i-chinastyle.com/shanghai-expo]Emblem[/url] The emblem, depicting the image of three people-you, me, him/her holding hands together, symbolizes the big family of mankind. [url=http://www.i-chinastyle.com/shanghai-expo]Mascot[/url] Created from a Chinese character meaning people, the mascot “Haibao” embodies the character of Chinese culture. [url=http://www.i-chinastyle.com/shanghai-expo]BIE[/url] International Exhibitions Bureau, established in Paris, in 1928, regulates the frequency and quality of exhibitions falling within its remit.

Taipei Pavilion to provide virtual lift

Kqfiesta — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 08:57:18 +0100

Taipei will invite visitors to the 2010 Shanghai World Expo to enjoy the virtual experience of taking the high-speed elevator of the Taipei 101 Tower in its pavilion in the Urban Best Practices Area.Visitors will have a bird’s-eye view of both present and future sights of the city and feel the sensation of a high-speed ride to the top of the one of the world’s tallest buildings via virtual reality technology. The Shanghai World Expo organizer yesterday handed over a 750-square-meter pavilion in the Puxi section of the Expo site to Taipei for its wireless-city and garbage-recycling system exhibitions. The impressions of Taipei from the mainland are still the night market and Taipei Palace Museum, so the city will use the Expo as an opportunity to show tourists that the city had much more to offer, said Taipei Vice Mayor Lee Yong-Ping. The pavilion is divided into several areas, including a huge three-dimensional theater where visitors can have a virtual tour of “tomorrow’s Taipei” via short movies and light-and-sound shows. For its wireless-city exhibition, Taipei will show how it built up a wireless network that lets people attend to day-to-day tasks via the Internet. more photo and images, please visit my website for details: [url=http://www.i-chinastyle.com]www.i-chinastyle.com[/url]

Re: Much money spent tidying up Shanghai happy?

Silver.Panda — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 07:49:49 +0100

I'd like to know what people in Shanghai think as well. An Expo is less intrusive than an Olympics (anyone from Vancouver will be sure to tell you that these days!). Vancouver hosted the Expo in '86 and it opened up the city to the world. People were slow to get onboard at the beginning but as the party wore on everyone was into it. Wide consensus in Vancouver that it was money very well spent (and particularly for Li Ka Shing who picked up ALL the Expo lands for a song!). Is all the construction in Shanghai because of the Expo? Probably not eh? Build it and they will come seems to be the common theme for all of the expos. Japan's in 2005 was literally built out in the sticks -and out of sticks! (eco my ass! they cut down a forest!) The same pattern, slow to start, but no legacy at all.

Much money spent tidying up Shanghai happy?

Jasuk — Sat, 24 Oct 2009 11:34:20 +0200

I wonder if the local Shanghaiese are happy that Shanghai is not a permanet construction site and so much money is being spent in tidying up the place for the Expo 2010. New freeways being built, old chinese houses be replaced by apartment block, facelights off any buidling that can be seen from freeway, rebuilding pavements (makes easily for stupid scooter riders to ride than safer for people to walk on). It been constant nosie in the reconstruction of Shanghai i dread to think how much tax payers money has been spent, mine too as i pay tax in China !!!! Will expo be a success? With the financial crisis i not sure many people will travel just to see expo. I know businesses are cost cutting and not travelling unless really necessary we seem to do more video conferencing its cheaper. Whats is the Shanghaiese view?

Forum dedicated to the World Expo Shanghai 2010

Vilagkiallitas.Hu — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 11:38:10 +0200

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volunteer Mandarin requirements

Johnqian — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 21:38:45 +0200

Does anyone know about the detailed language requirements for foreign applicants? It said certain level on their website, but I'd like to know how advanced they want. Or if just basic daily Mandarin will do. Thanks.

Re: Once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to perform in Shanghai Expo 2010

Marypaul — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 12:21:27 +0200

Thanks for the information you have provided. I major in vocal music and have just graduated from college. Right now it bothers me a lot to find opportunities to perform. I have checked the website you provided. It’s very useful. I even sent my application form already. I hope to hear from them soon! this website is more exact: http://www.rehoboth-edu.com/Creative/en/

Once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to perform in Shanghai Expo 2010

Dalglish — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 12:11:01 +0200

I surfed the internet casually the other day and found a very interesting website. It says Shanghai Expo 2010 is recruiting performs for the theme show which will start in May 2010 and end in October 2010. They are looking for dancers, theatre actors and actresses, singers, gymnasts and circus performers. Participants will have chance to perform with world-class performers and after the show they may get employed by well-known artistic troupes. I think it’s a great opportunity for students who major in performing arts. Performers will have free room and board; a monthly stipend of $500 to $800, tourist activities round China, and insurance is also covered. I recommend those who are interested to go to their website to have a look. The website is: http://www.rehoboth-edu.com/Creative/en/

Re: About the city-Shanghai

Ponpon — Thu, 20 Aug 2009 03:35:59 +0200

[img]http://img.expo2010china.com/expocn/pics/12/12839.jpg[/img]

Re: About the city-Shanghai

Ponpon — Sun, 16 Aug 2009 07:40:43 +0200

about the a single pass for the whole fair,i scanned all ticket information and couldn't get either~~~maybe they haven't considered people who wanna go to the fair every day. bicycles are allowed in most places of shanghai,but some main streets in downtown do forbit bicycles,it's silly and many people are complaining about it,but the procedure goes slowly.and for Pudong,i know it's illegal to ride bicycles on Century Avenue,maybe some other streets i am not sure since i am far away there.

Re: About the city-Shanghai

Silver.Panda — Sat, 15 Aug 2009 02:37:00 +0200

Thanks for ticket info Ponpon. How about a single pass for the whole fair? I haven't seen it.. The Aichi (Nagoya) Expo'05 had that and I saved TONS of money. The site was HUGE! Even with planning, reading up, and over 20 visits including two pre-open media days, I still didn't see it all. Best is if you are working or volunteering there, as I see you are Ponpon (:P) There'll be something different going on every day. And unless you're there every day you're not going to know. Shanghai is not really great for bicycles.. is it? I've been told it's illegal to ride in Pudong. Never seen any bikes there.. Is it true? It might be a good place, if I can ride that is. It's going to be a blast! Just hope I can manage the time away from work. Anyone interested in doing a work swap, come teach kids in Osaka?

Re: About the city-Shanghai

Ponpon — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 07:31:11 +0200

Takat's link is blocked here,maybe because i am in the office :) as far as i know,the ticket price is as follows, [img]http://en.expo2010.cn/expotickets/ticketsnews/Price.htm[/img] Tickets for the World Expo 2010 has been on sale for groups since March 27 and for the public on July 1. The basic ticket price will be 160 yuan (US$22.40). Foreigners will be able to buy tickets from overseas outlets authorized by the Bureau of Shanghai World Expo Coordination. From March 27 to June 30, group bookings can be made for organizations, institutions and enterprises. The public can buy tickets from July 1, Zhong Yanqun, fulltime deputy director of the World Expo 2010 Shanghai Executive Committee, told a press conference today. Peak day admission tickets will cost 200 yuan and will cover 17 days including Chinese Labor Day holiday (May 1-3), National Day holiday (October 1-7), and the last week before closing (October 25-31). Tickets will be discounted from 10 to 30 yuan for those who buy before the Expo opens on May 1, 2010. People going to the Expo after 5pm (apart from the peak days) can get tickets for 90 yuan but only during Expo. Three-day passes will cost 400 yuan and seven-day passes 900 yuan.

Re: About the city-Shanghai

Takat — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 16:20:04 +0200

@Bifa. I'm not sure about May, but around September or October the weather should definitely be better heat-wise. The tickets tend to be much cheaper then, too! During the summer months, prices skyrocket. Takat Writing away about my latest 3 week adventure through China at the [url=http://katacomb.blogspot.com]Katacomb[/url]

Re: About the city-Shanghai

Ponpon — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 05:44:27 +0200

well, just finished online volunteer test~~ Seems the motto for expo volunteers is not that bad,世界在你眼前，我在你身边。hehehehehe. for someone considering relocating for the Expo where would be the best place? ----Sunsetlover's words are right.because of the 2010 Expo construction, many places in shanghai have been in a mess.the freeway connects our university town and downtown shanghai has been turned off since months ago,it's said to turn on in next may~~bad news. so maybe you can consider relocating after Expo,hehehe~~if just for visiting,hotels nearby the Bund is the best choice. What area would be the most convenient for travel to and from? --shanghai's traffic on rush hour is horrible~~~but i think the government has some special measures for Expo,then downtown shanghai is the most convinent area without doubt. What sort of longer term accommodation is suggested? maybe rent a apartment~~

Re: About the city-Shanghai

Bifa — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 15:56:31 +0200

It seems like a good time to visit Shanghai during 中國2010年上海世博會 From Takat's blog http://katacomb.blogspot.com/ I think July is a little hot and humid for me. I think I will go around May01/2010. Does anyone know if the humidity is dryer at that time? I could go say in Sep or Oct, may be it is better? I could stay for 世博會 for about 10days, and then go around visiting businesses and sightsee for 20days, for a total of about a month. I will need a local guide, basically to have relax and fun trip. Anyone know any locals that may be interested? I used to speak Mandarin, but I haven't spoken it for so long, I now speak broken Mandarin.

Re: About the city-Shanghai

Silver.Panda — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 15:17:30 +0200

Shanghai, home of the world's largest bottle opener, the Shanghai World Financial Center! [i]-Show me the bottle of beer that it opens and I'll show you one happy panda![/i] I really want to like Shanghai but my experiences have been mixed. Regardless, hoping for the best, for someone considering relocating for the Expo where would be the best place? What area would be the most convenient for travel to and from? What sort of longer term accommodation is suggested? Thanks in advance everyone.

Re: About the city-Shanghai

Takat — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 16:25:39 +0200

I just went there during my three week trip through China (I'm currently writing mini-articles and posting lots of pictures of gorgeous landscapes, cultural scenes, interesting food, etc at the [url=http://katacomb.blogspot.com]Katacomb[/url] if anyone is interested. I'd so appreciate it if someone would drop me a comment if they check it out--I'm always looking to improve my writing!) and loved it. My parents met and dated in Shanghai, so it's always been a bit special to me. I am going to fight tooth and nail to make room in my schedule to return next year for the World Expo!

Re: About the city-Shanghai

Daviaz12 — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 09:26:09 +0200

i have been once, but i think is one ofe best cities around the world, the r alot of engineering develoment there , starting with the maglev and amazing huge building with high end tech, is beatiful city the best for me , im going back for sometime amazing place

Re: About the city-Shanghai

Ponpon — Sat, 25 Jul 2009 11:49:41 +0200

(:P) no payment~~

Re: About the city-Shanghai

Moroes — Fri, 24 Jul 2009 06:05:27 +0200

Do you get paid to volunteer?

Re: About the city-Shanghai

Ponpon — Fri, 24 Jul 2009 05:37:03 +0200

check the website,and there's much informantion on it.but we registered first in our university.seems most for college students. wharever,just have a try if you wanna,good luck~~

Re: About the city-Shanghai

Agua2009 — Thu, 23 Jul 2009 13:33:43 +0200

i want to be volunteer,too how to make the application?

Re: About the city-Shanghai

Ponpon — Wed, 22 Jul 2009 17:56:19 +0200

well,i am expo volunteer,hahahaha~~~~:)-D

Re: About the city-Shanghai

Sunsetlover — Wed, 22 Jul 2009 15:28:21 +0200

I was in Shanghai just 2 weeks ago...I love Shanghai, but because of the 2010 Expo construction, the area around The Bund is a mess! For visitors going there now you should know that the Bund promenade is closed. Also the traffic on The Bund creates dangers for pedestrians right now (little or no sidewalks). They should have closed up the whole area for the construction. Having said that, I'll be back soon for business, and I'll plan to attend the Expo.

Re: About the city-Shanghai

Chinatranslator — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 12:18:14 +0200

That must be a great moment ! ShangHai is the biggest city in China, although i have only been there twice, I like it very much and have a good impression on it !

About the city-Shanghai

Jue — Sun, 10 May 2009 13:08:25 +0200

HI,friends The 2010 World Expo will hold in Shanghai. How much do you know about the city? I was born in the city, there are many foreigners working and living in Shanhai right now. I wonder that the foreigners in Shanghai could come to the WORLD EXPO.X( coata