Monday 26th February 2018
Today we spend the day at Sea
Met John and Michelle from Dargaville in International area on the boat they had been to Beiging while we stopped in Shanghai, couple they had met also went to the Wall she had a fall down many steps badly black eyes and body extremely lucky. We are to the Princess Theatre at 3.30 ;.m. for Captains invitation and drink complimentary.
We sat in the centre of the boat and watched setting up of glasses and champayne then they introduced all the main staff then we went and watched the concert very good tonight mans name John .
Went to Symphony Dining room and had 3 course meal each Shrimp Aspargarus soup and braised steak and vegetables Margaret, and Bill shrimp, entre duck then pork belly. Very relaxed day in the afternoon.
Monday, 26 February 2018
Sunday, 25 February 2018
Commencement of the Cruise
Afternoon of Sunday 25th February 2018
We are able to board the boat from 12.00 p.m. on the Sunday afternoon. This boat was only launched in March 2017. We are on the Deck 10 cabin C103 with a balcony called Caribe Deck.
This Cruise is a 14 day Cruise leaving Shanghai on the 25 February 2018 arriving Singapore the
15 March 2018.
We spend 8 days of this Cruise at sea
The same Taxi Driver picked us up from the hotel he was early but we were sitting waiting talking to a gentleman from UK that was going on our cruise as well.
There were long ques to get on board lot of paper work to be filled in talking to lots of different people while waiting. Had tea in the main dinning room met people from Urakine who shifted to USA 30 years ago both engineers very interesting people they had only 1 daughter and 1 grandson. Then went to the show in the Theatre, went early so that we got good seat, had already been there for Life Jacket and Evacuation Proceedures.
Concert only average but packed with people long wait to get back to our cabin, by lifts and then a very long walk we are at the very front of boat, red carpet outside. I sat in the main area on the boat for a long time watching and listening to music, Bill went for walks in the afternoon.
We are able to board the boat from 12.00 p.m. on the Sunday afternoon. This boat was only launched in March 2017. We are on the Deck 10 cabin C103 with a balcony called Caribe Deck.
This Cruise is a 14 day Cruise leaving Shanghai on the 25 February 2018 arriving Singapore the
15 March 2018.
We spend 8 days of this Cruise at sea
The same Taxi Driver picked us up from the hotel he was early but we were sitting waiting talking to a gentleman from UK that was going on our cruise as well.
There were long ques to get on board lot of paper work to be filled in talking to lots of different people while waiting. Had tea in the main dinning room met people from Urakine who shifted to USA 30 years ago both engineers very interesting people they had only 1 daughter and 1 grandson. Then went to the show in the Theatre, went early so that we got good seat, had already been there for Life Jacket and Evacuation Proceedures.
Concert only average but packed with people long wait to get back to our cabin, by lifts and then a very long walk we are at the very front of boat, red carpet outside. I sat in the main area on the boat for a long time watching and listening to music, Bill went for walks in the afternoon.
Last Morning in Shanghai
Sunday 25 February 2018
We have this morning free to look around Shanghai before boarding our boat after 12.00 p.m. We have arranged for a driver to transfer us to the Shanghai Cruise Terminal.
The same Taxi Driver picked us up from the hotel early but were were sitting waiting talking to a gentleman from UK.
Our main suitcases were collected as we arrived at the Boat, as we had already put our name tags on and our cabin number.
There were long queues to get on board the boat a lot of paper work to be filled in talking to lots of different people while waiting.
We went to our cabin and put our carry on suitcases down and waited for our main suitcases to arrive. Then went for a walk around the boat and looked out on our balcony of people only arriving. There were 2 boats in Shanghai leaving on Sunday night.
In the afternoon I sat in the main area for a long time watching and listening to music Bill went for walks in the afternoon.,
Had tea in the main dinning room and met people from Urakine who shifted to USA 30 years ago both engineers very interesting people they had only 1 daughter and 1 grandson. Then went to a show in the Theatre, went early so that we got a good seat had already been there for a life jacket and evacuation procedures.
Concert only average. Long wait to get back to our cabin by lifts then very long walk we are at the very front of the boat, red carpet outside.
We have this morning free to look around Shanghai before boarding our boat after 12.00 p.m. We have arranged for a driver to transfer us to the Shanghai Cruise Terminal.
The same Taxi Driver picked us up from the hotel early but were were sitting waiting talking to a gentleman from UK.
Our main suitcases were collected as we arrived at the Boat, as we had already put our name tags on and our cabin number.
There were long queues to get on board the boat a lot of paper work to be filled in talking to lots of different people while waiting.
We went to our cabin and put our carry on suitcases down and waited for our main suitcases to arrive. Then went for a walk around the boat and looked out on our balcony of people only arriving. There were 2 boats in Shanghai leaving on Sunday night.
In the afternoon I sat in the main area for a long time watching and listening to music Bill went for walks in the afternoon.,
Had tea in the main dinning room and met people from Urakine who shifted to USA 30 years ago both engineers very interesting people they had only 1 daughter and 1 grandson. Then went to a show in the Theatre, went early so that we got a good seat had already been there for a life jacket and evacuation procedures.
Concert only average. Long wait to get back to our cabin by lifts then very long walk we are at the very front of the boat, red carpet outside.
Saturday, 24 February 2018
Saturday 24th February 2018
Saturday 24 February 2018
Zhujiajiao Water Village: Seat in Coach We are doing the follow:
If you're conjured up images of old Chinese Villages with charm, then Zhujiajiao Water Village will not disappoint. This 400 year old village is located 25 km west of downtown Shanghai, its the oldest and most well protected water village. Explore the small winding canals and rivers along with the tranquil Dian Shan Lake and the numerous small shops in which you can practice your bartering skills. En-route back to Shanghai, stop at a silk mill to gain a fascinating insight into the silk-making process, an ancient art form in China. Duration 5 hours.
We had a sleep in this morning and then had our breakfast and went shopping before our next meeting at Radisson Blu Hotel for our trip
Zhujiajao Water Village
Zhujiajiao Water Village: Seat in Coach We are doing the follow:
If you're conjured up images of old Chinese Villages with charm, then Zhujiajiao Water Village will not disappoint. This 400 year old village is located 25 km west of downtown Shanghai, its the oldest and most well protected water village. Explore the small winding canals and rivers along with the tranquil Dian Shan Lake and the numerous small shops in which you can practice your bartering skills. En-route back to Shanghai, stop at a silk mill to gain a fascinating insight into the silk-making process, an ancient art form in China. Duration 5 hours.
We had a sleep in this morning and then had our breakfast and went shopping before our next meeting at Radisson Blu Hotel for our trip
Bill on the streets of Shanghai after doing some shopping
Inside Radisson Blu Hotel
Friday, 23 February 2018
Shanghai Excursions and Arrival in Shanghai
We arrive in Shanghai at 7.05 a.m. We have arranged for someone to be at the Airport with a sign with our names on it. Have nothing planned for this day but I am sure we will be out very soon after we arrive. Our room will not be available until the afternoon so will just put our suitcases in storage at the hotel.
We arrived at our hotel and put our suitcases in storage until our room was available. Very cold here this morning about 5 degrees. We went for a walk around some streets and then discovered that the shops do not open until 10 a.m. in the morning as they do not close until at least 10 p.m. at night.
While we were in the car from the Airport to our Hotel
Central Hotel - Our Hotel
Inside our Hotel
Photos of inside our Hotel
Out on the streets of Shanghai after we had signed in at the hotel
This street was one of the main shopping areas very close to our hotel
On our way to the Museum we had to cross this main road and the only way was to walk to this walk way over the road.
Margaret outside Museum
Long Queues outside Museum
When we arrived at the Museum there were long queues of adults and children waiting to get into the Museum, Bill was not interested in waiting in the queues went up and asked security as he had read a sign that said over 65 years old were free of charge. We both had our passports on us and were issued in quickly and through security. I took many photos here and will post a few of them. This Museum was brilliant we both thoroughly enjoyed it.
Then it was a long walk back to our hotel
Then it was a long walk back to our hotel
We both taken with this shop full of books
Some of the many accommodation buildings
Friday 23 February 2018
Shanghai Contrasts: Seat in Coach
Explore Shanghai and discover the contrasts of this bustling metropolis. Begin with a visit to the Yuyuan Gardens, a classic creation of the Ming Dynasty, and the old streets of Shanghai, originating in the Qing Dynasty. Continue on to the Bundi, a waterfront area of in central Shanghai, well known as the international architecture exhibition of the west side. Stretching west of the Bundi, discover the former French Concession District, a popular area among expats. The last stop is Xintiandi, a great area for shopping entertainment and leisure. 4 hours
Central Hotel Shanghai
At our Hotel we have breakfast supplied each morning. Here are some photos of the Restaurant
We had lovely breakfast each morning
We had to meet at the Radisson Blu Hotel in Shanghai for this excursion. We arranged to get picked up from our hotel. We were the only 2 people on this excursion with an English speaking Tour Guide. These gardens were beautiful. Pleased we went early in the morning as there were no queues, there were people already queuing when we left.
Bill paying the taxi
Radisson Blu Hotel
In Shanghai it is the Year of the Dog
Yuyuan Gardens
Hugh Rockery
Making Jewellery
Also making jewellery
Out on the street waiting for our driver
Off now to the silk factory
Acrobatic Show & Shanghai Lights:
Enjoy an energetic Shanghai evening with an outstanding performance by the Shanghai Acrobatics School and Troupe. Get ready for a night of skilled, jaw-dropping acrobatics that will keep you on the edge of your seat. This innovative circus show redefines the Chinese formula of acrobatics and performing arts with a captivating story line. After the show explore the dazzling and glistening fluorescent lights of Shanghai as you travel via People's Square, the Bund, the former French Concession District and Xintiandi. 3.5 hours Start time 5.30 p.m.
Saturday 24 February 2018
This show was was brilliant one and half hour show. Bill says it is the best ever not a full theatre.
We then went and looked around shops and the lights of Shanghai. Getting back to the hotel at 10.30 p.m.
Below are photos of the light nights in Shanghai absolutely beautiful on the streets of Shanghai on our way to the show of Acrobatics. Just so much to see.
Happy New Year of the Dog
Selling shoes at night on the Street
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