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Category: Pearl of the Orient – Shanghai

Views of Shanghai

Posted on November 9, 2016 By sweet surrender No Comments on Views of Shanghai

Finally settle down for a bit after a crazy trip to Taipei.

Shanghai… Back in July I went. Haven’t finish posting about it. I didn’t go to many places as it’s a work trip.


Here to share some photos on the streets that I managed to take.


I have no idea where all these places are, just took photos from the taxi and some short walk to some shopping places.


The outside of Les Suites Orient, Bund Shanghai.


The Bund aka Waitan is a very prime area, a waterfront area in central Shanghai.


The tourist attractions, The Bund, just right opposite the hotel I stayed. Indeed a lot of people but majority were mainland Chinese.

I guess this is the end of Shanghai post. Nanjing should be next. Sure took me a long time to post. I still have Batang Ai post. Work is just taking up too much of my energy and time.

Going Places, Pearl of the Orient - Shanghai

Les Suites Orient, Bund Shanghai

Posted on October 8, 2016October 9, 2016 By sweet surrender No Comments on Les Suites Orient, Bund Shanghai

Was fortunate to be able to stay at Les Suites Orient, Bund Shanghai, during my previous trip to Shanghai in July. First time in my life staying in such luxurious hotel in a very strategic location. Can easily walk to Nanjing Road, the main shopping street of Shanghai.

Les Suites Orient ON THE BUND is a life style boutique hotel with an unparalleled location on the city’s most famous boulevard.
With panoramic views of the famous Bund, the Lujiazui skyline, as well as the 16th century Yu Gardens, the property has a sweeping eye over both the old and new. Guests can enjoy a view from any of its rooms and suites, while enjoying Western and Asian cuisine at Cafe Dongxi.


These photos are taken across the road of the hotel. Didn’t take photos of the lobby because didn’t want to look like a ‘sakai’ *LOL* Immediately entering the hotel, I thought I’m heading into a spa.


I stayed in 12th floor. Upon going into the room… WOW! I was blown away! This room, Bund Studio, was booked for about RM700 per night from Agoda. The bed is so comfy, the minibar is well-stocked, fruits and bottled water are complimentary. Coffee making machine is available for you to brew gourmet coffee. The tea bag they stock is Twinnings while coffee capsule is Illy.


The bathroom has bathtub and spacious shower cubicle. While enjoying the bathtub, you can watch TV or enjoy the view from the window. The bathroom itself is huge! On the mirror, there’s digital clock and outdoor temperature/weather display built-in. There’s a sofa, writing desk , and TV in the room too.

The toiletries are by Gilchrist & Soames. The lotion is moisturizing; the shampoo and conditioner gave me soft and easy to manage hair; and the shower gel is not drying.


The view from the room and bathroom. Great view isn’t it? Too bad it rained and always gloomy out there. Just too bad, the city is pretty polluted that you hardly see blue sky. Imagine if the sky is blue… That will be one amazing view.


Left: Breakfast at Cafe Dongxi. A very cozy place for breakfast serving a combination of Chinese and Western specialties.
Right: You can also enjoy free snacks and fruit in the Lounge on the 3rd floor. This was where I spent my early evening at because I’m just too lazy to go out to find food after work.


Left: The view from the lounge’s window.
Right: Very cozy lounge.

The service is good, staff is friendly. WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge. There’s a fitness centre and business centre.

Overall, if you have the budget, this is one good hotel that you can stay when you’re in Shanghai.

Address: 1 East Jinling Road, Shanghai 200002 China

Going Places, Pearl of the Orient - Shanghai

Sweet Surrender’s Hong Kong Airlines Experience

Posted on September 24, 2016September 30, 2016 By sweet surrender 2 Comments on Sweet Surrender’s Hong Kong Airlines Experience

WOW! Record! 14 days from the last post! Man… Crazy weeks! Finally get to settle down for a bit after two intense weeks. Was on leave for one whole week but it was gone with a snap, I didn’t even get the chance to enjoy the holiday and it’s gone.

Going to share my experience flying with Hong Kong Airlines. The inaugaural flight was on 28th May. We now can fly straight to Hong Kong from Kuching. Flight time isn’t comfortable but better than none. Be sure to catch some sleep on board. The flight is about 3 hours and you’re flying a full service, 4-star airline. Imagine how much time you can save without transit?


Back in July, I flew to Hong Kong from Kuching for work. The flight departed at 6.30am on an A320. The leg space was spacious enough. They do provide you with antiseptic towelette when you are on board. On the seat, you can find blanket but since it’s a 4-star airlines, there is no pillow provided. Hence, bringing your own neck pillow is a good idea. Also, do not expect other classes for this sector, it’s a mono-class sector. You won’t have your own entertainment panel also. However, the food was surprisingly better than our 5-star airline!

Reached Hong Kong and then connected to Shanghai. Flew this route with Hong Kong Airlines also.

Was expecting a small plane since but wow… It’s a big one, I think it’s A330. I’ve not been on a big plane since my Europe trip back in 2013 ;p


Instead of sleeping, I watched movie. Meanwhile the food was amazing too! I love the douhua (tofu pudding) the most.


Photo taken on the way to Shanghai.

Aside from using Hong Kong Airlines flying to Shanghai, I also flew back from Nanjing to Hong Kong with it and then Hong Kong to Kuching. Good thing, my colleague and I were “upgraded” because of some special arrangements made by the captain hehe… We got more leg space. However, the food from Nanjing to Hong Kong was a let down. We’re served with pork burger, pathetically thin pork patty sandwiched in between the flattened buns. Didn’t taste good and look pathetic. Our roadside burger tasted and looked better. Forgot to take photo of it, I was too tired due to flight delay that day because of the storm.

Why not flying to Nanjing from Shanghai? There’s high speed train for it, no need to fly at all.

However, because the flight was almost full on the sector going back to Kuching from Hong Kong, I felt quite uncomfortable and air was as if not circulating. A bit of torture on the way back but what to do? It’s economy class, that’s the thing you have to live with. That explains why I like to travel during low season as I don’t like to be squeezed into a small area with so many people.

Overall, it was not bad. The only downside is the pork burger I mentioned.

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Will be right back…

Posted on July 18, 2016 By sweet surrender 2 Comments on Will be right back…


Busy busy days ahead. Was in Shanghai and Nanjing last week for work. Now that I’m back, there is so much to catch up.

Don’t think will have time to update this blog this week. Nevertheless, Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook will be updated from the time to time.

Will be back soon with more updates 🙂

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