Leaving Singapore

Monday, August 23 2010

It was another hot day in Singapore. We spent the morning and afternoon walking down Orchard Road. We had brunch at Wendy's and stayed there for a while to escape the heat. Also, Darmesh and I had Wi-fi access there (something we were missing terribly from Korea). After a while, we went back to the hotel and prepared to make our way to the airport.

Clear skies in Singapore

We were very early so walked around a bit, shopped, and sat at Dunkin' Donuts for a while, only to notice that we were sitting next to those foot massager's that are all over Changi airport! Not long after that, we were on our way home!

Manila Hijacking

Sunday, August 22 2010

When we got back to the hotel from Universal Studios, we got to learn about the hijacking / hostage situation that was taking place in Manila (Philippines). We watched live footage in horror of an ex-cop who took a bus load of Hong Kong tourists hostage.

Read the story here.

Universal Studios

Sunday, August 22 2010

Darmesh, mum & me

The last time I was in Singapore, Universal Studios was under construction. I don't think it needs much introduction, but some of the things we saw: Madgascar merry-go-round, lunch at an old-fashioned diner, Hollywood (experienced what it's like to be on a set), streets of New York, Sci-fi city, Egypt, Jurassic Park, Fiona's (Shrek) castle, Shrek 4D movie, Donkey show.

This could very well have been the hottest day in Singapore. We arrived at Universal Studios pretty early, but as the day progressed and the heat became more intense, I began to feel weak and even sick. Nevertheless, looking back at my photos now, I think this was the highlight of our few days in Singapore.

Hollywood

Madagascar merry-go-round

Lunch at Mel's Diner

Look who Darmesh bumped into!

At Hollywood "studios"

On a movie "set"

Mum & Darmesh on streets of New York

Egypt

Mum with someone from Sci-fi City

Jurassic Park

Fiona's (Shrek) Castle - Far Far Away

Waiting in line with Darmesh to see Shrek 4D movie

Sentosa Island

Sunday, August 22 2010

In the afternoon we went to Sentosa Island. We went up this revolving viewing tower that overlooked the whole island...pretty awesome!

We went to the museum (Images of Singapore) Check out my blog from the last time I was there.

Images of Singapore (Museum)

Next stop was Underwater World (aquarium). Also, take a look at my blog from my last visit.

You can put your hand in and touch the fish

Lastly, we went to Songs of the Sea (laser / water show) which was just incredible. Again, here's my blog from the last time I was there.

Just before the show started

After we got back to the city from Sentosa Island, we went for dinner and then back to the hotel. It was a long day, and we were becoming more anxious to get back home to South Africa in 2 days time!

Little India

Sunday, August 22 2010

After a light brekkie at Starbucks (next door to our hotel), we spent the morning in Little India.  I'd been to Little India before and had the best bhel puri ever! I had to find that place again. It was also very hot, making us feel very listless. We eventually stopped for lunch at a place that was open (many restaurants weren't open yet (it being Sunday and all). 

We went back to the hotel for a quick nap, because we were going to spend the afternoon and evening on Sentosa Island.

Found my bhel puri spot!

For a few more pics of Little India, check out my blog from the last time I was in Singapore in 2008.
 

Orchard Road

Saturday, August 21 2010

Because we got to bed so late, we went for brunch to an Indian restaurant just a few steps away from our hotel. I'd already been to this restaurant on my previous trip. 

Samoosa

Naan

Masala Tea

We then walked down Orchard Road. We went to Singapore Airlines in Ion Mall to change our flight back to South Africa.  Walking around the mall, and comparing prices to South Africa, everything seemed to be very expensive.

We had pizza for dinner at a place near our hotel. The heat drained us...all we wanted was to flop into bed when we got back to the hotel. 

By dinner time, we were exhausted! The heat was unbearable.

Hello Singapore!

Saturday, August 21 2010

Good morning, Singapore!

We arrived in Singapore in the wee hours of the morning. We were exhausted - especially having to look after our luggage. We got to the hotel after 3am and passed out cold till the next morning.

Changi Airport

Day 7 - Changi Airport, Tuesday, Dec 30 2008

I arrived in Singapore around 11:30pm (Monday night). My flight back to Korea was Tuesday morning at 09:15. I figured I'd go straight to the airport instead of booking into a hotel for just a few hours. I asked the bus driver what was the easiest way to get to Changi airport and where I could get a taxi from.

He did something incredible for me. He took me (in the bus) after all the passengers got off straight to the airport. I couldn't believe it! He said he wanted to make sure I got there safely - especially since I was alone. By the time I got to the airport, it was midnight.


After checking in, I floated around like a zombie in the airport. Sat for a while at Burger King and then went to the 'spa'. Around 01:30 I had this aqua massage treatment... you lie in this tube-like machine face down. You are fully clothed. Above the plastic sheet that covers your body, water shoots out on your body from the shoulders to toes giving you a massage. You remain dry.

It wasn't amazing - I still prefer old fashion massaging! But a good experience nonetheless.

Movies!

FIFA Store

This free Gadget Charger is simply awesome. You choose which gadget you have...and if the locker is free, you open the little door, connect your gadget to the charger inside, close the door, lock it... and do your own thing till you are ready to collect it again!

This was on the plane (Singapore Airlines)
You can charge any gadget if it's got a USB

I arrived in Korea at 16:15... by the time I got my luggage, bought a bus ticket... waited for the bus etc... then get a cab, I only arrived at my apartment around 7pm.

Day 3 - Singapore at Night, Dec 26 2008

After we decided not to go to the club, we took an early morning stroll (around 2am). Singapore is beautiful at night... I was taken aback by the lights... the reflection in the water - it was so calm, clean and peaceful.

The building in the background is the Fullerton Hotel.
It used to be a post office.

Up close to the Merlion!