Escapist Travel Through China
Yann Busquets from France is a project leader from Alcatel-Lucent who is currently based in Beijing. His travels have have taken him to many cities in China, including Beijing, Shanghai, Guilin, Lhasa, Harbin, Kunming, and Hong Kong; as well as Thailand, Vietnam, and the Philippines.
When do you normally go on holiday?
| Annual Leave: | +++++ |
| Spring Festival: | +++++ |
| Traditional holiday: | ++++ |
| National Day holiday: | ++++ |
Which city that impressed you most during your holidays: Pingyao
Reasons for choosing a travel destination (please specify if not listed below):
| Natural environment: | +++++ | History and culture: | +++++ |
| Sports programs: | +++ | Religion: | +++ |
| Shopping: | + | Food: | +++ |
| Golf | + | Drift: | + |
| Diving: | ++ | Ski: | +++ |
Which hotel impressed you most?
Four Points by Sheraton Shanghai, Pudong ++++
Please score each of the factors of the hotel that impressed you (marks out of five).
| Hotel Brand : | +++ |
| Location: | +++ |
| Room Reservation Service: | ++++ |
| Room Rate: | +++++ |
| Reception Service: | ++++ |
| Concierge service: | ++++ |
| Hotel security (hardware and security guard): | ++++ |
| Elevators: | +++ |
| Transportation: | ++++ |
| Hotel service: | ++++ |
| Hotel catering service: | ++ |
| SPA: | ++++ |
| Hotel and surrounding environment: | ++ |
Your comments on the hotel rooms:
Room type: Standard
| Door lock: | +++ |
| Air-conditioning: | ++++ Quiet, efficient |
| Power points: | +++ |
| Ventilation system: | ++++ |
| Cabinet/clothes rack: | ++++ |
| Condition of bath towels and robes: | ++++ New |
| Internet broadband connection: | +++ Not free |
| Safe: | ++++ |
| Shower and Bathtub: | +++++ |
| Lighting: | ++++ |
| Turndown Service: | N.A. |
| Quietness/noise-proofing: | +++++ |
| Floor/direction/natural light/scenery: | ++++ |
| Room size: | ++++ |
| Television size and channels: | ++++ |
| Newspaper (domestic/local/English): | No |
| Bed (special brand bed products): | No |
| Sanitary facilities: | ++++ |
| Mini bar: | +++ |
| Work area: | N.A (didn’t use it) |
| Room decoration: | ++++ |
Rooms are new, nicely furnished and of an acceptable size. Bathrooms are clean and well-designed. All standard amenities expected from a four-star hotel are there: Satellite TV, Internet (not free), laundry service, and a fitness center (although there are only a small number of machines). The breakfast buffet is good and has a wide range of choices. It would be better if the food could be delivered more quickly. (I personally tried the pizza and the pasta). Nearby the hotel there is a subway station that makes traveling to and from the hotel quite convenient, given its location. The hotel is a good choice for value for money. Prices are definitely low compared to top-end services provided. I would recommend it.
What places did you visit during you stay and which scenic spots made a deep impression?
Yu garden, the French concession, and Xitang
Xitang was a nice experience. Located a few kilometers far away from Shanghai, it is a great escape from the hustle and bustle of the city. You can spend a day there wandering among canals and art galleries.
How would you rate the amenities of the destination (marks out of five)?
| Geographic environment: | ++++ |
| Folklore: | ++ |
| Transportation: | +++ |
| Climate: | +++ |
| Please recommend three bar: | Bar Rouge, Velvet, Mint |
| Recommended shopping venues: | Nanjing Road, Tai Kang Lu |
| Recommended restaurants: | M on the bund, T8, Tang Dynasty Restaurant, |
| City construction: | +++ |
| Cultural and Historical Relics: | Yu Yuan Garden, French Concession, and the Bund |
