In Hong Kong, preliminary 2004 arrivals were up 37 percent over 2002 (pre-SARS) levels; Shanghais Nanjing Road is Chinas #1 shopping street.
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'Gershman 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 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