shanghailulu: Profile

After earning a masters in non-Western history, Lauren embarked on an adventure across China that has yet to reach its end. Making a living as an artist and writer, Lauren has made Shanghai and Beijing her home and enjoys the creative and modern aspects of the cities as well as the rugged fringes that remind her of her original journey. With experience teaching, banking and in high-pitch sales, Lauren has finally settled on the lifestyle of a constant traveler who lives on site. Aside from traveling, she enjoys writing, reading and any activity in the outdoors--especially rock climbing and skiing.