Shanghai jinks

I'd done quite a bit of reading about Shanghai on the plane so I was thrilled to finally arrive.

I had no idea that transport in Shanghai would be such a thrill. The mag lev train, at 500km/hr gave the Maclaren Vogue a run for its money.

As for the taxis, what a great idea to bounce around unencumbered by seatbelts or child seats.

Our hotel room had a suitably-sized TV

and who doesn't get excited by those Asian hotel buffets?

After so much travel, it was lovely to retire to the bar for a scenic drink.

And gaze out at the city lights before a much-earned kip.

The next day I wasted no time in hitting the streets to admire this fine city and its friendly people.

And they certanly were friendly! There was the little boy who wanted to make friends,

the uniformed gents who wanted their photo taken,

the lady who wanted to share some biscuits

and the lady who kissed my feet.

A man can grow tired of his own popularity.

It sure was an amazing holiday with an all too brief introduction to Shanghai. All I have left are my memories and a few modest souvenirs.