Climate 

Late September is early autumn in Shanghai with an average temperature of 24 degrees Celsius (75 degrees Fahrenheit). 

Credit Cards and Currency 

Major credit cards like Master, Visa and American Express are acceptable in most big shopping centers and hotels. Major foreign currencies can be changed to the Chinese currency RMB at the airport, the Bank of China or hotels. American dollars can be changed into Chinese currency (RMB yuan) at a rate of about USD 1 to RMB 7.27 as of June 2024, but the exchange rate is subject to change. 

Time Difference 

China Time is 8 hours ahead of GMT 

Internet / Wifi Connection 

Facilities such as Internet/Wifi Connection are available in hotels, big shopping centers, and the Congress Venue 

Tipping 

Except for some tour guides and hotel porters, no people in China expect tipping. 

Electricity 

The local voltage is 200-240 volts AC, 50 cycles. Transformers reducing the voltage to 110-120 volts, 60 cycles are available in some hotels.