From Windsor, it is a very straightforward 20 minute drive to Heathrow Airport. We drop off our rental car, and prepare for the 12 hour flight to Shanghai. We have a 24 hour stopover. A chance to stretch the legs and have a night in a comfy bed. We have been to Shanghai before, and are not particularly excited about returning. It is a huge modern city, full of high rises and teeming with humanity.
After an uneventful flight, we check into our hotel, the Pudong Shangri-La, get changed and go exploring. Although weary, we continue on for as long as we can, before heading back to our hotel. Talking of which, it is very comfortable, with afternoon tea, happy hour with food and breakfast all inclusive.
After a long relaxing sleep, we head down to the breakfast buffet. It is outstanding.. every breakfast food item you could think of!
Back out to the Airport, and Air New Zealand home to New Zealand. A time to reflect on what was a great family holiday. A trip of a lifetime!