Wouldn't you know it, it started raining just as I was heading out. I was so looking forward to seeing the sunrise the next day, but that was out of the question now. But life always has its surprises – despite the strong wind and gloomy rain, I witnessed the clouds surging. As the wind swept the clouds past, the Shanghai World Financial Center would appear and disappear, giving me the feeling of living among the clouds. The elevator whisked me from the 1st to the 101st floor lobby in a mere 61 seconds. The entire hotel is a blend of Chinese art, precious treasures, and Feng Shui, which is exactly my style. It's part of the Jinjiang Group, a Chinese company, and in my opinion, better than the other two hotels in the 'Shanghai Trio' which are under the foreign Hyatt Group. I joined the 'Treasures in the Clouds' tour, which was well worth it – fascinating to learn about all the precious items used throughout the hotel. The 85th-floor health club boasts a grand and beautiful gym; the treadmills overlook the white clouds outside. I didn't get to try it though, as I'd left my room in flip-flops. I thoroughly enjoyed the 84th-floor pool; the water temperature was perfect, and there wasn't a strong chlorine smell. I swam 10 laps straight. The 101st-floor lobby bar is ideal for enjoying the views, with a semi-circular panorama offering different perspectives, plus simple drinks and small biscuits to sample. The buffet breakfast restaurant, also on the 101st floor, covers the other half of the circle. The breakfast was exquisite and plentiful, offering a mix of buffet and à la carte cooked-to-order dishes. I had dinner at Jin Yan on the 103rd floor, which served Cantonese cuisine – a delicate style that I truly enjoyed. In short, I'll definitely be staying here again!
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