After repeated failures with numerous VPNs we have finally found one that consistently works to get through the Great Firewall of China.
This means that I have been able to put some pictures on Facebook.
I will be putting up more direct links here soon but in the meantime if you search on facebook for Dave Allen you should be able to view my Albums with commentary about Jiuxianqaio Market and the Lido area with another to come soon on 798 Art area.

Juixianqiao
Click on the first image and facebook will take you to my album with comments.
Lido area