Synopses & Reviews
"Gershman's may be the best guide for novice and pro shoppers alike."
—The Washington Post
For over twenty years, Suzy Gershman has been leadingsavvy shoppers to the world's best finds. Now Born toShop Hong Kong, Shanghai & Beijing is easier to use andpacked with more up-to-date listings than ever before.
Inside you'll find:
What's hot in Hong Kong, featuring the hippest localdesigners, the coolest international labels, the mostcolorful street markets, and a world of antiques—plus how to find authentic souvenirs and gifts
Where to snag those fabulous buys in the new Beijing,including expanded city coverage for the 2008 Olympics and beyond
The best of Shanghai and its dramatic transformation for its own big party, World Expo 2010
Now with tips, info, and—of course!—shopping ideas for your extended trips to Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, and Taipei
Synopsis
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- The best of the shopping scene, from Paris' designer boutiquest to colorful markets in Provence
- Excellent values, from Chanel to Champagne
- Great gift ideas, even for the friend who has everything-plus the best gifts for less than $5
- The best airfare, hotel, and dining values-so you can maximize your shopping dollars
- Detailed city maps and shopping tours, including Reims, Lyon, and the Riviera
Synopsis
"Gershman's may be the best guide for novice and pro shoppers alike."
The Washington Post
For nearly twenty years, Suzy Gershman has been leading savvy shoppers to the world's best finds. Now Born to Shop Hong Kong, Shanghai & Beijing is easier to use and packed with more up-to-date listings than ever before.
Inside you'll find:
- What's hot in Hong Kong, from hip new fashions and designer labels to colorful street markets
- The best of Shanghai, from Pudong and the Bund to Nanjing Road and the Old City
- Fabulous buys in Beijing, from the Pearl Market to the Panjiayuan Antique and Curio Market
- An expanded section on Hanoi and its treasures such as contemporary art, chic lacquer, Indochine lanterns, and hand-stitched silk quilts
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Synopsis
"Gershman may be the best guide for novice and pro shoppers alike." —
The Washington PostFor nearly twenty years, Suzy Gershman has been leading savvy shoppers to the world s best finds. Now Born to Shop Hong Kong, Shanghai & Beijing is easier to use and packed with more up-to-date listings than ever before. Inside you ll find:
- What s hot in Hong Kong, from hip new fashions and designer labels to porcelain, jade, and colorful markets
- The best of Shanghai, from the Old City to the exciting new Pudong area
- Terrific buys in Beijing, from the Silk Market to the Pearl Market to the famous antiques street of Liulichang
- A completely new section on Hanoi and its unique treasures such as contemporary art, sophisticated lacquer, and funky ethnic fashions
About the Author
Suzy Gershman has been named “the world’s greatest shopper” by amazon.com and “Super Shopper Suzy” by Oprah Winfrey. She has been a contributing editor—on the subject of international retail, of course—for
Travel + Leisure and
National Geographic Traveler. Gershman also writes for
Air France Madame,
Where Paris, Porthole, and assorted other travel sources. She lives part-time in Paris, part-time in Provence, and part-time at the airport, but is looking for an apartment in Shanghai.
Aaron Gershman is a singer-songwriter living in Los Angeles, as well as contributing editor to Born to Shop. He writes on guys’ fashions, boy toys, and electronics.
Jenny McCormick is a graduate student and part-time editorial assistant. She writes on fashion and trends for young women.
Table of Contents
To Start With.
1 The Best of Hong Kong, Beijing, Shanghai & Taipei.
2 Orientation.
3 A Dictionary of Chinese Arts, Crafts, Styles & Customs.
4 Hong Kong.
5 Hong Kong Resources A to Z.
6 Pearl River Delta: Shenzhen, Canton, Dongguan & Macau.
7 Weekends Away: Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City & Taipei.
8 Shanghai.
9 Beijing.
General Index.
Accomodations Index.
Restaurant Index.
Map List.
China.
Hong Kong Orientation.
Central & Western Districts.
Causeway Bay.
The Kowloon Peninsula.
Prince Edward, Mong Kok & Fa Yuen Street.
Shenzhen.
Canton (Guangzhou).
Macau.
Hanoi.
Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon).
Taipei.
Shanghai Orientation.
Shanghai Metro.
Nanjing Road.
Beijing Orientation.
Beijing.
Beijing Metro.
Wangfujing.
Liulichang.