[Updated on 12 May 2019] Keukenhof The Keukenhof theme for 2019 is Flower Power, inspired by the early 70s vibes of vibrant colours, hippies, peace and music to celebrate the 70th anniversary of Keukenhof. The park is open from 21 March – 19 May 2019. Here are some of the photos taken by fun-loving folks…
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Korea Day 5: DMZ Tour
The DMZ tour is the main highlight of our itinerary in Seoul. It’s popular for curious tourists who want to take a rare glimpse into the North Korean border. Technically, North and South Korea are still at war. Stretching 250-km long and 4-km wide, the DMZ (Demilitarized Zone) has served as a buffer zone between the…
The Lock with QR code
Where did you leave your heart? Many are attached to the Pont des Arts. I mean the love padlocks. Names and undying love messages are engraved on the padlocks before the sweethearts lock them to the railings and throw the keys into the Seine River below the bridge. Here is a big heart with QR…
Gimhae-Busan trip (part 3)
Continuing from Busan (part 2) A day before our flight departure, we travelled for an hour by coach to Gimhae from Busan city. A brief introduction on Gimhae, it was the land of the Great Garakguk founded by King Suro in 42 A.D, the empire that saw the advancement from bronze ware to iron ware….
The Land of Toraja
Makassar is the bustling capital of South Sulawesi, one of Indonesia’s fastest growing cities. Also known as Ujung Pandang, Makassar consists of various ethnic groups including Bugis, Mandar, Chinese, Javanese, Buton and Toraja, offering a multitude of historic gems, cultural experience and sightseeing opportunities. It is the gateway to the nearby pristine islands and natural…
SilkAir’s inaugural flight to Makassar
On 1 August, SilkAir’s inaugural flight to Makassar departed Singapore Changi Airport at 0805 and arrived at Sultan Hasanuddin Int’l Airport in 3 hours. Makassar is SilkAir’s eleventh destination in Indonesia, after an earlier launch to Semarang on 29 July. SilkAir, the regional wing of Singapore Airlines, operates flights to Makassar three times weekly on…
Sights and Sounds of Busan (part 2)
Continuing from Busan (part 1) Here is a list of things that we did, what you can do in Busan in a couple of days. There is definitely more to be discovered in this bustling city in the southeasternmost tip of the Korean Peninsula. Haeundae Beach A charming stretch of golden sandy beach fringed with…
To Busan with AirAsia X (part 1)
Busan is the second largest city in South Korea, a major port city that doubles as a tourist destination with many fabulous festivals all year round. Summer sees vacationers heading to the Haeundae Sand Festival and Busan Sea Festival. Dubbed as the city of film, Cannes of Asia, Busan Int’l Film Festival takes place yearly…
To Kota Kinabalu via SilkAir
By Kit Tng Living in Singapore means we are surrounded by rich biodiversity in the region. Whether we are looking for a “rough-it-out” adventure or the most luxurious spa escape, we get it all within a short flight away. Recently, I was invited for a 4-day short trip to Kota Kinabalu, Sabah. When I first…
The Raffles Hotel Staycation
Amongst the many modern and luxury hotels in Singapore, Raffles Hotel prominently stands out as a historically rich landmark dating back to 1887. It encapsulates the old world charm of the British colonial era with exemplary hospitality, a calm oasis amidst the bustling city. Recently, we were invited for a 3D2N staycation at Raffles Hotel…
