Responses to ‘Re: Oh bugger!!!!’
Shanghai is probably the nearest thing to New York that I've found, in terms of tall buildings, neon lights, somewhere to go every night, yet a charming mixture of hedonism and wide-eyed consumerism.
John Graham <(Address removed)> said:
Papa Bendy <(Address removed)> said:
John Graham <(Address removed)> said:
The night life can be ok though. Where were you?
Guangzhou, was there for work so sadly didn't get to see much touristy
stuff. Was ok though, people were nice, modern enough buildings but with
a 70's under current to them. I don't eat fish so struggled with what
else was on offer, chicken heads, deep fried chicken claws etc. Also
tried this really sweet sugary soup that came with a boiled egg floating
in it.Was also in Macau, which was a bit crazy, only had 1 night so only saw 2
casinos rather than down town. Say what you want about how tacky the
fake streets inside The Venetian are, I was well glad to be finally
eating some decent pasta.Shanghai is probably the nearest thing to New York that I've found, in
terms of tall buildings, neon lights, somewhere to go every night, yet a
charming mixture of hedonism and wide-eyed consumerism. Rampant growth,
they think their time has come and they're probably right.I'm lucky with the food in that I'm always billeted in Le Royal
Meridien, a european Hotel so the food is always a safe mixture of
east/west continents. Typing this from the club lounge with an
incredible view over the Pudong skyline, something to behold.
Ah yes, the hookers of Shanghai, ten on every street corner, too many to count on the way from People's Square metro exit to the hotel... Meridien. They all look like young teenagers.
John Graham <(Address removed)> said:
I'm lucky with the food in that I'm always billeted in Le Royal
Meridien, a european Hotel so the food is always a safe mixture of
east/west continents. Typing this from the club lounge with an
incredible view over the Pudong skyline, something to behold.It's Sunday night but there's always something on. I'll venture out
shortly, there's a grungy Chinese club down in the French Concession
where I should get reasonable techno with non-touristy bar prices.
Failing that there's always Bar Rouge on the Bund. Pricey and full of
pros but great house music with a spectacular terrace view over the
river.
Ah yes, Bar Rouge. There are definitely more 'pros' there than 'clients', don't you think? Well money talks, eh? (And is there really anyone on the terrace? You surprise me.)
John Graham <(Address removed)> said:
Papa Bendy <(Address removed)> said:
Shanghai is probably the nearest thing to New York that I've found
Well you could always try living outside of Surbiton.
