Singapore beckons

March 22nd, 2007

What is it with indecision and travel? Why do they always go together? Well, at least for me, they do.

I didn’t have plenty of time to really mull it over. My boyfriend called me up this morning and asked me if I wanted to meet him in Singapore on Monday. Wow. Hang on. That’s three days away. Well…okay!

Before i realized the impact that decision will have on my wallet, i was looking up flight options on the internet, and I mean all the airlines that go through Singapore, and I was calling my travel agent. (My travel agent is the best! She always manages to get me the flights i really, really want for the cheapest fare.)

Waiting for a call from my travel agent the whole day (she already gave me a preview of how much the fare would be…definitely much cheaper than online tickets), my fingers never stopped tapping on the table, unless i’m biting my nails off. Lo and behold! She came through.

So, off I go to Singapore on Monday, leaving my kids with the nanny again, to see my gorgeous boyfriend. The story on that trip will come to you next week. Catch you on the flipside!

Ooh, by the way, do you have any must-see suggestions for me in Singapore? Quick, give me tips! :)

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5 Responses to “Singapore beckons”

  1. vince Says:
    March 23rd, 2007 at 7:32 pm

    Chimes is a good area to hang out– and of course, try the hainanese chicken rice at the Mandarin Oriental.. :) superb.

  2. tony Says:
    March 24th, 2007 at 3:02 pm

    hmmm, I think the night safari and dinner in a cable car could be nice. This boyfriend sounds awesome!

  3. Daniel Says:
    March 25th, 2007 at 2:52 am

    Hi –

    I don’t know much of your interests but these are general tips of where to go and what to do in SG:
    1) Sentosa (cable car ride, Underwater Aquarium, climb the Sentosa Merlion, watch the water and lights show before the park closes)
    2) Marina Square, Esplanade and the must see Merlion by the river
    3) The Fountain of Wealth at the Suntec City
    4) trip to the animal farm (SG Zoo, Night Safari, Jurong Bird Park, SG Botanical Gardens)
    5) endless shopping-
    general: Orchard Road
    electronics: Sim Lim Square
    bargains: Mustafa Centre
    books: Borders
    6) endless eating

  4. joy Says:
    March 28th, 2007 at 10:35 pm

    Hi Dan,

    Thanks for the tips. Your #5 and #6 are absolutely accurate. They are endless. Unfortunately, my wallet had limits! Haha! I had so little time that I didn’t get to see all your other suggestions. Maybe next time.

  5. joy Says:
    March 28th, 2007 at 10:36 pm

    Vince,

    I did manage to see Chijmes, but only from inside a taxi cab on my way back to the airport. :( I really think hotel location plays a big role on whether or not a tourist could get around. Plus, of course, time.

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