Monthly Archives: December 2010

Wanderlust: A Little Hotel in Little India

I adore the name and uniqueness of Wanderlust. This little boutique hotel is full of charm. We were welcomed by a skinny, young, Indian guest manager as we entered to have a quick look at the lobby. He wore the … Continue reading

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Beautiful Bustle (Little India in Singapore)

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Always the Same Feeling on New Year’s Eve

A kind of panic. New Year’s eve always takes me by surprise.  I think it’s days away and then it’s suddenly right in my face. Feels like it sneaked up on me.  I think it’s a feeling of wanting time … Continue reading

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The Rabbit Makes an Early Appearance at NTUC for Chinese New Year

Chinese New Year is a month away and the rabbit and Chinese New Year goodies have made their appearance when I checked out the NTUC Xtra at Nex. New Year is not here yet and Christmas is not yet over, … Continue reading

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Green Pumpkin Japanese Cafe

We tried the green tea pumpkin bun from the bakery and were hoping to have it again, but they were all sold out so we had the Sakura Anpan (S$1.40) which nice but not as good. They did have the … Continue reading

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Ichiban Boshi at Nex

I was hankering for the simple kitsune udon I had at Osaka, and Ichiban Boshi has a good enough version that comes in a smaller half bowl portion (S$4.90). It’s not the healthy kind of sushi but I do love … Continue reading

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SkyGarden Opens at Nex And Itchy Fingers

Why is everything in Singapore now have a Sky added to the front. Skybar, Skypark and now Skygarden. They seem to be copying Marina Bay Sands, but only the Skybar at Marina Bay Sands is truly high up in the … Continue reading

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Singapore Daily Photo: Squished Water Bottles All Over the Road

We saw boxes of Dr Who waterbottles scattered over a road as we were heading to Sentosa. Ever seen bottles squashed flat? What a waste and I wonder how they are going to clear this up. We saw the truck … Continue reading

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Chili’s (Resorts World Sentosa)

After having a meal here, I must say I prefer the ambience at Tanglin mall as it has a more relaxed vibe, but somehow we got 9 quesadillas when I recall getting only 4 at Tanglin Mall branch. Well, maybe … Continue reading

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Spectacular Crane Dance at Sentosa

When I was first told about the Crane Dance at Sentosa, I instantly thought – the elegant white birds. It’s actually robotized mechanical cranes that are programmed to dance to music. It takes place at 9pm daily and lasts for … Continue reading

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The Beautiful Christmas Tree and Fountain at Night (Resorts World Sentosa)

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Our Trip to Resorts World Sentosa (Part 2 of 2)

The Casino here doesn’t look as intimidating as the one at Marina Bay Sands. It’s a lot more gaudy too. This place is not as posh, but hotels seem more family and budget friendly. Honestly, if I had to pick … Continue reading

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Our Trip to Resorts World Sentosa (Part 1 of 2)

I’ll let the photos do the talking for now, as I am in a posting coma.  I am trying to get all the 2010 photos up before 2011 and that’s why the excessive posting.  I also like to post as … Continue reading

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Reeses Chocolates and Garrett Popcorn Enticed Me at Resorts World Sentosa

The Hershey store that has a whole area for Reeses Chocolates just smelled so darn good. I wonder if they were burning special chocolate scented candles. The aroma was so strong. The caramel corn scents from Garret’s next door was … Continue reading

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Dining at Resorts World Sentosa

There are so many dining options at Resorts World. I wanted to go to Rang Mahaal, but we ended up at Chilli’s. I’ll do a separate post on the dining experience at Chili’s. The Big Easy serves Cajun food and … Continue reading

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Candylicious (Resorts World Sentosa)

This store attracts you from afar with its Candy trees. The closer you get you see girls posing with the Jelly Beans, M&Ms and Reese’s buttercup men.  I adored the words on the posters and even the sign that said … Continue reading

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Afternoon Tea: The Knolls at Capella Singapore

If you ever make a trip to Singapore, and especially if you’re female, afternoon tea is a must. It’s an English tradition, but something that’s done really well in Singapore probably due to our colonial heritage. The Rose Veranda at … Continue reading

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Tranquility: Capella Hotel at Sentosa

I can see why Capella Singapore won the architectural heritage awards. When I come here I feel like I’m in another country – perhaps Bintan in Indonesia, especially with the view of the South China sea. It’s also so quiet … Continue reading

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My Second Visit to the Tanjong Pagar Railway Before it’s Changed Forever

This Malaysia Railway station will soon fall into Singapore hands. I am curious about how they will preserve it, but I would be sad if the nature of the stalls or stall owners change. There is a certain charm about … Continue reading

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The Marina Bay Sands Hotel

I feel that this hotel is an attraction in itself, just by virtue of it’s architecture and art installations. It must be a great place to stay for wives accompany their husbands on business travel, as it’s connected to a … Continue reading

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Singapore is becoming the Playground for the Rich: The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands

Opera Gallery with an beautiful vintage black and white print of a woman’s form. My first instinct is, having your butt exposed doesn’t look very comfortable, and I want to cover her up. It is an undeniably sensual portrait. Love … Continue reading

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Kites at Marina Barrage

As we reached the place, the first thing we saw was a Kungfu Panda kite. It didn’t know that kites were flown here and it was quite spectacular to see them dot the sky. A shocking pink one caught my … Continue reading

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