CRUISING THE HUANGPU RIVER, SHANGHAI

THE M.S. SPD BANK

When in Shanghai a visitor must weigh anchor and cruise the Huangpu River. Various vessels and times are available for a relaxing view of Shanghai and Pudong. One hour trips will cover 16 kilometres. Our journey probably took two hours as we were treated to food and coffee. The motor vessel was indeed rather plush. Five of us were seated at a table on the second deck and able to view the buildings on either side of the river, as well as the water traffic constantly moving up and down the river. Yes, our table was situated alongside the large observation window. We certainly enjoyed the food and service offered. We were able to move around the vessel and onto other decks as well as the bow and stern. The stern proved to be a very good position from which to take photographs. The comfort on board the M.S. SPD Bank proved to be too relaxing for most of the passengers as we discovered many settling, lingering, curling, perching, lolling, and roosting their bodies into slumbering positions. 

The vessel we boarded for the cruise. 

The staircase leading to and from the decks.

Coffee and dessert is served. 

 Can we believe this Cruise provides such enjoyment? 

Some folk are alert to the comforts provided,
while others succumb to land of nod. 

Some finger food is absolutely delicious. 

Internal design is eye-catching. 

The chandelier proves to be a functional feature. 

The hexagonal ceiling lighting changes colour. 

Two passengers enjoying the cruise. 

Passengers walking the deck. 

The lounge on the foredeck. 

The Cruise ship has just docked.