Prepare properly and you will enjoy the experience of a lifetime, says Expo veteran

Editor's Note: With the soft opening of Shanghai Expo only a week away, enthusiasts and veterans are keen to share their experiences from within the Expo garden and recount their memories from previous World's Fairs. China Daily asked Bob Rogers, founder of BRC Imagination Arts, for his seven golden rules on how to best plan your trip.

Rule 1 : Do your homework