SHANGHAI LOCAL COMPANION DESK Personal local support · Your own pace
Private & personalized support
SHOST · PERSONAL COMPANION
ENGLISH-SPEAKING LOCAL SUPPORT
Your plans. Your pace. A local companion by your side.
Enjoy personal, English-speaking companionship for shopping, dining, appointments and everyday activities in Shanghai. Tell us where you’d like to go or what you need to get done, and we’ll accompany you and help with practical arrangements and local communication.
COMPANIONSHIP FOR YOUR EVERYDAY PLANS
Shopping, dining, errands and appointments, arranged around your own plans. This is personal companionship; guided sightseeing and attraction commentary are available through our tour services.
Your Local Companion in Shanghai
Our service is primarily in English. Need support in another language? Contact us to discuss availability.
Personal
LOCAL SUPPORT
Flexible
YOUR OWN PACE
Direct
CONTACT
“Someone by your side for the things you want to do.”
END-TO-END PERSONAL COMPANION SUPPORT
How We Can Help
Practical companionship for the places you need to go and the things you want to do. Share your plans so we can confirm suitable support.
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SHOPPING & EVERYDAY ERRANDS
Shopping & Everyday Errands
Visit shops, malls or markets with a local companion. Get help asking about products, sizes and delivery, or completing agreed errands such as collecting items or arranging a phone SIM.
Your shopping list and everyday tasks →
02
WAYFINDING & MOBILITY
Getting Around Made Easy
Have someone accompany you to the places you choose, help with directions, and assist with taxis or public transport.
Practical transport support →
03
DINING & EVERYDAY COMMUNICATION
Dining & Everyday Communication
Enjoy company over a meal, with help making a reservation, reading menus, ordering and communicating with restaurant or shop staff.
English-speaking practical assistance →
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APPOINTMENTS & ACTIVITIES
Appointments & Activities
Attend an appointment, visit a business or join an everyday activity with someone beside you to help find the location and communicate on arrival.
Flexible arrangements →
WHY CHOOSE A PERSONAL COMPANION?
Feel more comfortable getting things done in Shanghai.
Your Local Companion in Shanghai
English-speaking companionship for your everyday plans
“You choose where you want to go and what you want to do. Your companion offers patient company, English-speaking communication support and practical help along the way — whether you are shopping, dining, attending an appointment or taking care of everyday tasks. Share your request in advance so we can agree on the scope and arrangements. This service does not include a guided sightseeing itinerary or attraction commentary.”
Practical Local Support
Your Own Pace
Everyday Communication
Flexible Arrangements
TRANSPARENT SERVICE RATES
Service Options & Prices
Choose 2-hour or 4-hour companionship, with additional time at US$12 per hour. Confirm availability and service details before booking.
PERSONAL LOCAL COMPANION
Short Visit
English-speaking companionship for shopping, dining, appointments and everyday plans.
Up to 2 hours
US$30
Additional time
US$12 / hour
PERSONAL LOCAL COMPANION
Half-Day Companion
English-speaking companionship for shopping, dining, appointments and everyday plans.
Up to 4 hours
US$50
Additional time
US$12 / hour
Included
- English-speaking local companion
- Shopping, dining, appointments or everyday activities as agreed
- Everyday communication, reservation and wayfinding assistance
Not Included
- Private vehicle and transportation costs
- Shopping, meals, admission tickets and personal expenses
- Guided sightseeing, attraction commentary, professional interpretation or written translation
Transparent Rates & Service Scope
Prices cover one local companion for 1–2 guests. For groups of 3 or more, please contact SHOST for a quote. Prices are in US dollars. Additional time: US$12 per hour for 1–2 guests. Need private transport? Contact us for a separate quote.
PERSONAL RESERVATION DESK
Book a Personal Companion in Shanghai
For 1–2 guests, select a 2-hour or 4-hour package and continue to checkout. For 3+ guests or a custom duration, send a request for a quote. The SHOST team will confirm availability within 24 hours.