Technically speaking, we only had a day in Jakarta – the day we arrived at the capital city around noon time and the day we departed from Jakarta after a night in Bandung. When time is an important factor on a short trip like this, it’s advisable to cut down on the travelling time around…
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The 5-star Jakarta experiencE
Upon arrival at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport in Jakarta, the capital city of Indonesia, we were DELIGHTED to be treated like some BIG SHOTS when a few big luxurious cars from Hotel Indonesia Kempinski picked us up, two passengers in each BMW, and drove us to the 5-star hotel that’s located in the city centre, some…
Garuda Indonesia Experience
It may not be your first choice carrier to fly, but the future certainly looks bright for Garuda Indonesia. In 2009, Garuda was awarded as a 4-star airline that signifies good quality product and service standards by SKYTRAX. The national airline of Indonesia wins the “World’s Most Improved Airline” award at the SKYTRAX 2010 World…
11-Day UK Tour Itinerary
Here is a list of our 11-day tour itinerary in Britain. We visited Cardiff in Wales; London, Oxford city, Stratford-Upon-Avon, York and Hadrian’s Wall in England; Edinburgh, Scottish Highlands and Glasgow in Scotland. Day 1: Cardiff, capital of Wales Day 2: Cardiff Bay, Cardiff Castle | London Day 3: Oxford University, Oxford City Day 4:…
Things to do in Glasgow Scotland
Enroute from Edinburgh to Glasgow, the largest city of Scotland, we stopped at Glengoyne scotch whisky distillery for an optional tour to learn about the distillation process and taste the single malt whisky that won numerous prestigious awards on the international stage. The gift shop at the distillery is a great place to bring home…
PENFOLDS Luxury Wine Lounge Event
Whether you are a wine aficionado or a noob like me, from $10 per class, you can now take advantage of this too-good-to-be-missed opportunity to attend PENFOLDS Wine Appreciation Classes for anyone who would like to taste wine like a Pro. During “The Beginner’s Guide on How to Taste Wine like a Pro“, you will…
Scottish Highlands
Please tell me if you’ve seen Nessie. From Edinburgh, we joined an optional day trip and bussed for 5-hr deep into the famous Scottish Highlands to Loch Ness for Nessie but she wasn’t around. (Surgeon’s Photograph is said to be a hoax.) Affectionately known as Nessie, the legendary Loch Ness Monster is believed to inhibit…
Edinburgh Castle, Scotland
The magnificent Edinburgh Castle is prominently perched on the Castle Hill in the city centre. You can’t miss this one. It’s Edinburgh’s most popular tourist attraction that dates back as early as the 6th century. At one glance, I thought it was daunting to walk up to the Castle Hill. Nothing of that sort. The…
Erdinger Oktoberfest
Roktober! Singapore’s very own Oktoberfest to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the world’s largest German festival is held at Timbre @The Substation from 22 to 24 October ’10. The outdoor event is a massive drinking party with Erdinger, complement with delectable German sausages, pork knuckles and other tasty finger food while enjoying live music by…
I survived Night Safari Halloween Horrors
IMPORTANT! Read this before you scroll down the page. This post contains chilling images that some viewers may find it unpleasant, especially when you are alone now, staring at this screen in the middle of the night. You’ve been warned! Even I had a hard time editing this unusual post, hearing strange noises and having…
