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Tag Archives: Malaysia
Johor Premium Outlets (Part 2 of 2)
By then I was quite fatigued and ready to head back. But we looked around a bit more since we’re not likely to come back here again. Here’s a directory of all the stores in case there is something that … Continue reading
Posted in Singapore Living
Tagged CK, dress, JB, Johor Premium Outlets, Malaysia, road trip, roads, Singapore, traffic, travel, yellow
10 Comments
Taking the 2nd Link to Johor Premium Outlets
I think this is my first time on the 2nd Link that I’ve photographed. Might have gone on this once for a work related thing when it first opened, but I’m not sure now. I was so pleasantly surprised. The … Continue reading
Posted in Singapore Living
Tagged checkpoint, drive, highway, how to, JB, Johor Premium Outlets, Malaysia, road, route, Singapore, toll, Tuas
4 Comments
View of Singapore from Malaysia
This is the view of Singapore from Malaysia, just to show you how close we are. We are close not only by proximity, but also in terms of culture, food and history. I think we have wonderful neighbours and I … Continue reading
Posted in Travel
Tagged causeway, coastal, culture, customs, Food, history, JB, Johor Bahru, Malaysia, Malaysians, MRT, neighbours, photography, photos, Singapore, travel, view
2 Comments
I am Singaporean because I love going to Malaysia
I think most Singaporeans should be thankful that Malaysia still welcomes us and that it’s so easy to get there. It’s no secret that we go there for cheaper petrol, food, groceries and even medicine. And we can relieve our … Continue reading
Posted in Uncategorized
Tagged City Square, cost of living, JB, Johor Bahru, Life, Living, Malaysia, mall, opposition, shopping, Singapore, Singaporean, Singaporeans
5 Comments
Driving into JB (Money Changers, Coffeeshops & Street Vendors)
Everytime I enter Malaysia I immediately feel the people are so much nicer, starting with the customs officer who has a genuine friendly smile. I feel very close emotionally to Malaysia as some of the best holidays I’ve had were … Continue reading
Posted in Travel
Tagged coffee shop, culture, drive, Entertainment, Food, happiness, JB, Life, Living, Malaysia, Money Changer, Nostalgia, Pao, people, personal, photography, photos, Singapore, travel, trip, wan tan mee
9 Comments
Uniquely Singapore Drinks
We have so many unique beverages in Singapore and I am not just talking about the Singapore Sling. When I say uniquely Singapore, I mean Malaysia as well as we are so closely connected culturally. We were part of Malaya … Continue reading
Posted in Uncategorized
Tagged bandung, coffee, culture, drinks, F&N, Fanta, ginger tea, kopi, Life, Living, Malaysia, milk tea, Nostalgia, personal, photography, photos, pineapple juice, sarsi, Singapore, tea
13 Comments
Grandma’s at Nex (Serangoon Mall)
When we feel like eating local food in a restaurant setting, we always chose Grandma’s. It’s a pretty safe bet. Although all that coconut can make you feel very full. The Curry Chicken and Sago with Gula Melaka are darn … Continue reading
Does the Ugly Singaporean Still Exist?
Although expats are criticized for remaining in their own circles, sometimes I can’t blame them because it is hard to meet locals who are willing to be as open to new friendships. It is much easier for expats to connect … Continue reading
Posted in Uncategorized
Tagged arrogant, bad, bad workplace, competition, courtesy, culture, culture shock, education, elite, expats, gracious, graciousness, kindess, Life, Living, Malaysia, Malaysians, materialistic, mean, overpopulation, rat race, reserved, rude, school, schools, Singapore, Singaporean, society, ugly Singaporean, unkind, work, workplace
11 Comments
Asia’s First Legoland will be just 15 Minutes away in JB
I was excited to read that there will be a Legoland in JB in 2013. The story is that Danish toy maker Lego will open a multimillion dollar Legoland theme park in southern Malaysia (Johor Bahru) in 2013. I am … Continue reading
Posted in Singapore Headlines
Tagged Entertainment, fun, JB, Johor Bahru, lego, Lego Land, Life, Living, Malaysia, news, Singapore, theme park, travel
13 Comments
Ice Kosong
If you want to save money on drinks while cutting down on sugary sodas, just order an Ice Kosong which costs just 30 cents at any hawker centre. Basically this is boiled water that has been cooled down and ice … Continue reading
Posted in Singlish
Tagged 70's, cents, cheap, hawker centre, ice kosong, Life, Living, Malaysia, new water, recycled water, Singapore, tap water, water
5 Comments
Trip to JB for Chinese New Year Cheer and No Bak Kwa
Made a short trip across the causeway to Johor Bahru (most Singaporeans just refer to it as JB) in Malaysia and was impressed at the vast improvements in the roads that have been repaved. No more potholes! The nearest mall, … Continue reading
Posted in Singapore Living
Tagged bak kwa, causeway, Chinese New Year, Chinese New Year 2011, culture, customs, decor, design, eggs, Entertainment, festive, festivities, Food, JB, Johor Bahru, legal, Life, Living, Malaysia, new, Not allowed, people, personal, photography, photos, products, restrictions, shopping, Singapore, travel
3 Comments
Blogger and Google Sued for 6 Million Ringgit, for Scathing Review of Sabah Restaurant
Oh dear. That was my first thought when I saw the headlines in the Straits Times. Is this even possible? So free opinions are not allowed? I was quite dismayed. I too comment on meals in a bid to record … Continue reading
Posted in Singapore Headlines
Tagged blog, blogger, culture, Fish Head Curry, food reviews, Google, headlines, Huai Bin, Indian, Jothy, Life, Living, Malaysia, meals, news, restaurant, Sabah, Sixth Seal, sue, sued
11 Comments
Thaipusam in Singapore
As a little kid, I recall watching the Thaipusam ceremony and I could not bear to look at the piercings up close. As a child of 5, I was also a little fearful to watch devotees in a trance. I … Continue reading
Posted in Singapore Living
Tagged banned India, Batu Caves, ceremony, culture, faith, festival, hindu, Life, Living, Malaysia, photography, photos, prayers, regulations, Singapore, Thaipusam
4 Comments
The Haze Across the Border
It seems as bad in Johor Bahru as it is in Singapore. Heading back towards Singapore, you can see the HDB flats at Woodlands enveloped in smoky air. A pretty dismal scene. I feel sorry for the tourists who have … Continue reading
Posted in Singapore Living
Tagged Air Quality, Best Air Quality, Haze, JB, Johor Bahru, Life, Living, Malaysia, photography, photos, Singapore, travel, world
1 Comment
Miss Universe 2010: Tania Lim & Other Contestants
I enjoy watching pageants like my partner enjoys watching soccer, so here are some of the contestants for the upcoming paegeant to be held in Las Vegas. The photos are from the official Miss Universe Website and if they disappear … Continue reading
Posted in Singapore Headlines
Tagged Australia, beautiful, beauty, China, Contestants, Czech Republic, favourite, France, India, Indonesia, Luisana Lopilato, Malaysia, Michael Buble, Miss Universe 2010, predictions, pretty, Puerto Rico, Singapore, USA
6 Comments
Old Railway Station: Love You Just The Way You Are
I am really sad that a tiny part of Malaysia in Singapore will be gone by July 2011. It was a disputed piece of land that has been historically managed by the Malaysia Railway called KTM, but recently Malaysian leaders … Continue reading
Posted in Singapore Living
Tagged Architecture, history, Keppel, KTM, Life, Living, Malaysia, memories, Nostalgia, old, Paul Theroux, personal, photography, photos, Railway, Singapore, Tanjong Pagar, tea, train, travel
2 Comments
Turning 40: My List of 40 Travel Memories
I’ll be turning 40 in a few weeks, and all year long I have been anticipating going into a deep funk. So far it hasn’t quite happened yet and I think I have to thank my blogger friends on WordPress … Continue reading →