Shanghai is awesome! Yesterday, we rode the Maglev train that travels at 431 K (268 miles per hour). The landscape simply blurred by the window.

We have a ringside seat from our balcony with a perfect view of city lights at night. Barges and tour boats pass by in a never-ending parade. Alan and I have been skipping drinks in Observation Lounge in favor of our own private party on the balcony where we can see and hear the ships going by.

Today we shopped but came back to the ship empty handed although there is a jewelry store holding certain items that we need to "think over." More shopping is planned for tomorrow. We have thoroughly enjoyed this itinerary.

Donna, It sounds like you are in a shopper's paradise. Can't wait to hear what you buy.... and we want pictures!!

One of my favorite memories is having dinner on my balcony watching the amazing light show that is Shanghai! The Bund, Pudong and the constant river traffic....just magical!

Thanks Donna for telling me all I'm missing out on! Keep up the good work! Lee

Just checking in after a wonderful anniversary dinner in Prime 7. They presented us with a small anniversary cake, which was delicious. Then, our waiter couldn't understand why we didn't want to order dessert. No more room in our tummies for food of any kind.

We spent the last day in Shanghai completing our purchases at Rupeipei Pearls and Jewelry. By the time we left, the entire staff had posed for pictures with us. If you ever want to buy a pearl necklace this is the place. We even watched as the girls hand knotted each pearl into place. Needless to say, I've had a great anniversary plus the girls in my family will enjoy a Merry Christmas from Alan and me. Now it's Alan's turn in Hong Kong. He's on the lookout for yet another camera.

The sail-away from Shanghai was just as spectacular as our entry.

Got to go. It's Beatles night in Horizon Lounge and I better push Alan out the door before he falls asleep. Looking forward to the Dragon crew joining us in just a few days.

You are both going to have to do a show in tell in Hong Kong...you for me and Alan for Doug!!!

Michael and Lee...Welcome home...lovely photos...we're going to have to someday do that leg of the trip now!

Sounds like a super wonderful anniversay, Donna & Alan! Congrats! Thanks for sharing with us!

Congratulations on your anniversary! Did I miss the number? Keep on having fun. Lee

Lee, it's number nine for us.

About last night - after dinner, we went to the Beatles Pub Night. I have never seen so many people dancing in Horizon Lounge. We had so much fun.

This morning the Captain had to divert Marainer to answer a "mayday" call. Alan and I wondered why the ship was zig-zagging through Chinese fishing boats as we ate breakfast outside at La Veranda. It turned out to be a non event. The small fishing boat that issued the "mayday" call was fine. After the Chinese Coast Guard gave us the go ahead to leave the area, Mariner made it through the maze of fishing lines without mishap.

I can't believe it's already time for lunch. See ya later.