Returning to Changi Airport, The Pokemon Centre at the Jewel and Terminal 4 Taking the long way (and back) to Singapore With a working iPhone in hand, it's time to bid farewell to the Lion City for now. But first, I had to go through its hub... and go to a certain store first. Because, I want to be the very best, like no one ever was. … [Read more...]
TRIP REPORT: The fallout of a stolen iPhone and the long road to a new device – Taking the Long Way (and back) to Singapore
The fallout of a stolen iPhone and the long road to a new device Taking the long way (and back) to Singapore This is a post I don't want to write much... but hopefully, you'll pick up a few notes if the worst does happen when travelling. … [Read more...]
TRIP REPORT: Up to the Marina Bay Sands Skypark – Taking the Long Way to Singapore
Up to the Marina Bay Sands Skypark Taking the long way (and back) to Singapore Sigh. Onto the two sections of this trip report that will be the most painful for me to write. This deals with the happy times. The story of the stolen and returned iPhone is coming next. … [Read more...]
TRIP REPORT: The Best Camera is the One You Have With You – Exploring The Gardens by the Bay – Taking the Long Way to Singapore
The Best Camera is the One You Have With You – Exploring The Gardens by the Bay Taking the long way (and back) to Singapore What happens when you forget a memory card for your big camera? We go to the words of Chase Jarvis to get us over the photography hump. … [Read more...]
TRIP REPORT: Exploring Hawker Markets and Random Fooding around Singapore – Taking the Long Way to Singapore
Exploring Hawker Markets and random fooding around Singapore Taking the long way (and back) to Singapore It's time to go and feast in Singapore... with a very controlled budget. Join me in my food adventures. … [Read more...]
TRIP REPORT: Boating around the Singapore River and Bay – Taking the Long Way to Singapore
Boating around the Singapore River and Bay Taking the long way (and back) to Singapore Perspective is everything - be you in the air or on the water. Sometimes it's nice to be on the water, boating around on a bumboat. Even in the heat of a Singapore morning. … [Read more...]
TRIP REPORT: The Mercure Hotel, Bugis – Taking the long way to Singapore
The Mercure Hotel, Bugis Taking the long way (and back) to Singapore Time for the main hotel for this trip, as I explore a different hotel group brand from the norm - where I go to a Mercure Hotel (part of the Accor Group brand). How does the customer service compare? … [Read more...]
TRIP REPORT: Into Singapore and the Ibis Budget Crystal, Geylang – Taking the long way to Singapore
Into Singapore and the Ibis Budget Crystal, Geylang Taking the long way (and back) to Singapore Ooh. A new-to-me terminal at Singapore Changi. How does the passenger experience work out here? Plus, the first hotel stay of this trip as I go budget for various reasons at an Ibis Budget near Geylang. … [Read more...]
TRIP REPORT: CX715 Hong Kong to Singapore Changi (BUSINESS CLASS) – Taking the long way to Singapore
CX715 Hong Kong International Airport to Singapore Changi Terminal 4 (BUSINESS CLASS) Taking the long way (and back) to Singapore Time to see how Cathay Pacific does in this short segment between two of Asia's powerhouse cities. Does the Cirrus Seat still stand up well? … [Read more...]
TRIP REPORT: A Hong Kong Transit, featuring Cathay Pacific’s “The Pier” – Taking the long way to Singapore
A Hong Kong Transit, featuring Cathay Pacific's "The Pier" lounge Taking the long way (and back) to Singapore With the first big segment out of the way, it's time to navigate Hong Kong International Airport. I've always found it efficient to fly in and out of the place, but how does it hold up for transfer traffic? … [Read more...]
