Tour guide in Shanghai Portia H.

Hello, and welcome to Shanghai! My name is Portia, and I'm proud to say I'm a native of Shanghai. I've been a licensed tour guide here since 2011. Over the years, I've been lucky to watch Shanghai grow, and proud to grow with it. When the world hit pause in 2020, I challenged myself in new ways. After three years of hard work, I became a certified CPA and earned membership in the Bar Association. I bring that same drive and continued passion into my tours. 🚩 When I guide, you are not just visiting Shanghai - you are living it. I don't just show you the usual tourist spots but help you discover what makes Shanghai really tick. I love sharing how its rooted traditions coexist with rapid modern growth, and how you can feel that energy in every corner of the city. My goal is to give you a fresh, local perspective that something you might not easily find in guidebooks or online. To me, travel is more than simply saying, “I’ve been here.” It’s about change and growth. Along the way, I meet people who do and think differently, and it hits me: not everyone lives the way I do. Encounters like that inspire me to be more open-minded, more accepting, and better equipped to handle my own life — with one extra solution, always. ❤️ So, being a tour guide not just about showing off Shanghai, it's also about human connection. Every tour is a chance to learn from you, and to see Shanghai, your hometown, and the world through your eyes. That’s what keeps me curious and grateful. It's a beautiful reminder that there is no single "right" way to live, and that's what makes every journey matter. 📌 And of course, if you have any special requests, I’m happy to customize a tour just for you. From authentic local food and unique neighborhoods to hidden gems off the beaten path, I'm here to assist you connect with the real Shanghai, offering enriching experiences that bring this adventure-filled paradise to life. I look forward to being part of your journey to Shanghai 🐾🌱🌸