Rest & Relax in Shanghai Day 1

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Shanghai

Though the objective of my trip is to visit FK who was working in Shanghai, I spent most of the time on my own as he was busy with work. Nevertheless, I love touring on my own as there is more freedom to do whatever I want...can shop for the whole day or rest in the hotel till noon if I am tired. That is what a rest and relax trip should be, isn't it? =)

Took CX to Shanghai coz there was HSBC promotion

Despite the flight time was longer due the 1 hour transit, I was quite happy to take CX as I get the chance to shop at HK airport!

Finally arrived at 隆阳路 station after taking the super fast maglev which is travelling at 300+km/hr! But my hotel wasn't there so gotta take a cab to 耀华路 which was where at Shanghai World Expo used to be.

Yes, I was staying opposite the China Pavilion which is the only one that is still around after the Shanghai World Expo.

Pity that I didn't get the chance to visit the rest of the pavilions in 2010. =(

Arrived safely at my hotel.

My first meal in Shanghai: 小杨生煎. It is must try! But be careful while biting it coz the hot soup will ooze out of this little bao! Yummy!

HSBC Thumbs-down!

I seriously wonder how HSBC managed to score so well for the Gallup Survey. Their contact centre really sucks big time! Called 4 times in June and were told that the staff will call me back within the next few working days...but nobody did! There must be something seriously wrong with their communication process. Come on, this is not the way to treat your customers!