tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-62451845140701517012024-03-13T18:55:11.495+08:00All-Things-WomenEverything & Anything which makes a womanCalliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06700497403710758169noreply@blogger.comBlogger556125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6245184514070151701.post-48981550129406065152017-08-01T17:17:00.001+08:002017-08-01T17:17:37.765+08:00Best Trip Ever! <div style="text-align: center;">
It's been a few weeks since my trip to Yogyakarta.</div>
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I was there for period 23rd June 2017 till 04th July 2017, a whopping 12 days.</div>
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Damage? Hardly any except for a few bruises and a badly bruised up toe on my right foot.</div>
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More on that later...</div>
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Singapore to Yogyakarta takes only 2 hours by flight.</div>
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From Yogyakarta Airport to where I'm going to stay (friend's house), it takes a gruelling 4-6 hours car ride. Before you think it's bad, do remember that 25th June 2017 was a public holiday in Indonesia - Hari Raya Puasa. Hence, bad traffic is to be expected.</div>
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Anyway, we did stop half-way to have a quick lunch of Mee Bakso. Love it!</div>
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So hungry I failed to take any photos. I just devoured the entire bowl and regretted not ordering another bowl later.</div>
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Along the way, I saw this:</div>
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What are they you may ask. Tobacco plantation.</div>
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The air was fresh and crisp, cooling to the touch and just fabulous.</div>
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I got real excited when I saw huge cabbages such as these.</div>
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Be kind with your words. I've lived in the city for more than 3/4 of my life.</div>
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Hence, my excitement when I get a chance to lead a Kampung lifestyle.</div>
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I finally reached my friend's house.</div>
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The people there are all so friendly and just as excited to see a foreigner in their Kampung.</div>
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Fancy seeing this for the 1st time in my life!</div>
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All along, I've seen dead ones on my table during Christmas.</div>
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Tried making pulut or whatever they are called.</div>
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Glutinous rice with beef floss inside.</div>
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My favourite food - Glutinous rice!</div>
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Back home in Singapore, we have spicy prawn filling.</div>
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The 2 main reasons I want to spend some time in Yogyakarta were:</div>
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1. I made a promise to visit my friend during this period.</div>
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2. I want to experience the atmosphere of spending Hari Raya Puasa in a Muslim country.</div>
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Pardon me but Singapore is pretty much dead when it comes to the celebration of festivals. </div>
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There's hardly any atmosphere to begin with. Not criticising here but Singapore has many other good points, just not when it comes to celebrations. I just can't feel it...</div>
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On Hari Raya Eve, there's fireworks and lots of it. You might think celebration in Kampung is going to be quiet and boring. In fact, It's very happening! Fireworks, one after another. People setting lanterns (those you see in Taiwan) up into the sky. It's really a lovely sight. People gathering all around you. Not so crowded till it makes you want to gasp for air (I experienced that once when trying to get home from watching National Day Parade) but not that scarce till it makes you want to cry either. In other words, a good amount of people.</div>
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Went visiting on Hari Raya Puasa itself and was really happy to see cows standing right in front of me! I've not seen real ones before mind you...except the ones in the Zoo. Wait... do we even have cows in the Zoo in Singapore? Lol...</div>
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I usually go for a walk in the morning.</div>
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I love the fresh cool air and the peace and quiet the Kampung has to offer.</div>
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Saw a kitten on one of my walks</div>
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Ducks? Goose? I don't know... But they were really adorable</div>
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Mount Sindoro or Mount Sumbing, I cannot quite figure out</div>
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Went to visit friend's eldest sister Kampung and this is her plantation</div>
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Chilli Plantation</div>
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Went to Dieng and saw this bird</div>
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I realized that people in the Kampung love keeping birds</div>
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One of my favourite flowers - Hydrangeas</div>
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Well, I wouldn't say it's a bed of roses living in the Kampung but it all depends on what you can accept and what you can't. Some people simply cannot tolerate the toilets in Kampung but I take it in my stride. It doesn't bother me at all. Some very much prefer their 'fancy' food but again, it doesn't bother me so long as they taste good.</div>
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I kid you not. I was down with diarrhoea the next 4 days at the end of visiting on Hari Raya Puasa but it didn't dampen my spirits at all. Did I bring medication along? Sure I did but they didn't work. I believe what I had was food poisoning as I vomitted as well. The young leaves from a Jambu tree did the trick for me. Homeotherapy. Didn't believe in the past, now a believer.</div>
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I simply love my time in the Kampung. Sure, it's not as systematic, not as clean but the air and the people does it for me. Hence the subject. This is REALLY the best trip of my life, where I've nothing planned, where I enjoyed lots of peace and quiet, where I experienced love from people around me, where I see friendly faces all the time (genuine or not, I don't really care. At least they bothered to smile), where there's plenty of mountains (I ended up climbing a small one which I believe is called Gunung Lawang).</div>
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Talking about climbing Gunung Lawang, I was inexperienced and wore the wrong kind of shoes - Nike Running Sports Shoes. I did not train at all for the climb. It should be around 1,102m in height. I'm not quite sure as I can't find it on trusty Google but it took me 3 hours to climb up.</div>
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Up I climb with my legs and down I go with my butt.</div>
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I was so tired after reaching the top, I have absolutely no appetite to eat!</div>
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The light rain last night before my climb didn't help at all.</div>
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Silly me, I wanted to see the sunrise and set out during the wee hours of morning.</div>
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Bad idea...</div>
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Ended up not seeing the sunrise but the view on top is worth it all.</div>
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A video for better understanding...</div>
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I'm starting to love climbing mountains.</div>
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I was a bit disappointed to know that Gunung Lawang is only 1,102m in elevation.</div>
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I'm going to start training by climbing stairs. </div>
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I shall attempt a higher mountain come December this year. =)</div>
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Have a great one Peeps!<br />
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Calliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06700497403710758169noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6245184514070151701.post-65628101136564387612017-02-06T13:20:00.001+08:002017-02-06T13:20:55.520+08:00Selamat Datang to Jakarta! <div style="text-align: center;">
Jakarta baby... my 3rd!</div>
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Love the people</div>
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Love the food</div>
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Love the currency</div>
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Love the cheap airfare</div>
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Love the cheap hotel</div>
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Love the short duration on air</div>
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Love the language - people there can manage simple English and they are ALWAYS helpful</div>
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In fact, I've not met an unfriendly Indonesian in Jakarta.</div>
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I've not visited Glodok and Taman Mini.</div>
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What better chance to do it now?<br />
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My 3rd time to Jakarta and it's the 2nd time that my flight got delayed on route SIN to Jakarta.<br />
Luckily, it land just in time for me to catch a Damri bus to Gambir.<br />
I decided to walk to Mercure Sabang Hotel from Gambir this time.<br />
It took me about 10 - 15 mins and it's pretty safe, considering I did it at around 11 plus at night.<br />
The journey is well lit and even this late in the night, there's traffic and people.<br />
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Reached the hotel and decided to do a mask before I sleep.<br />
Come the next morning, I showered right after I woke up and headed to Glodok.<br />
Took the Transjakarta bus from Bank Indonesia to Glodok.<br />
Upon exiting Glodok station, turn right and walk straight down.<br />
Turn at Pancoran Street and just explored.<br />
I had a really enjoyable time at their Wet Market as it brought me to the 'olden' times.<br />
The whole street is a mix of clothes sellers, fish sellers, crab sellers, sellers of food carts, chicken sellers (I can even hear the sounds of chicken like they are being slaughtered), frog sellers, bird sellers, flower sellers, Chinese temple, medicinal halls, provision shops, shops selling worship stuff, food shops, ice-cream seller etc. Mix in people, motorbikes and cars and you think there might be chaos but trust me. It all goes hand in hand. It works beautifully.<br />
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In Glodok, I had Bak Mee, Sio May and Dumplings for brunch.<br />
I also had the sweetest sliced Guavas.<br />
I enjoyed my stay more and more every time I visit Jakarta again.<br />
Always something new to eat and explore.<br />
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From Glodok, I took a cab to Taman Mini.<br />
The trip cost me 150K rupiah.<br />
2 tolls set me back by another 12,500 rupiah.<br />
I was tired by the time I reached Taman Mini.<br />
I took their tram which wasn't a good experience.<br />
The houses in different states of Indonesia are very interesting.<br />
The next time I visit again, I'll make sure to come early in the morning and explore by walking.<br />
I took a cab from Taman Mini back to Kota Tua as I was craving for Sop Buntut.<br />
It cost me around the same amount.<br />
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I reached Cafe Batavia and was surprised to see a live band there.<br />
Enjoyed my late lunch there even though somehow, the Sop Buntut didn't taste as delicious this time.<br />
From Cafe Batavia, I took a Transjakarta bus back to Monas where I alighted and walked to Indomaret where I bought instant noodles, milk and Ko Ko Crunch as my breakfast the next day.<br />
I also bought some snacks before returning back to the hotel.<br />
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Back in the hotel, I showered (weather was so hot), did a face mask and basically just chill.<br />
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I'm thinking of making another trip to Jakarta.<br />
For my 4th time in Jakarta, I'm thinking of staying at Grand Mercure as it's very near to Sawah Besar Transjakarta stop. You'll be thankful for a near bus stop given the weather in Jakarta.<br />
On that trip, there's a few food I would like to try. Nasi Tim, Nasi Uduk, Kerak Telor etc.<br />
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Never enough for Jakarta!<br />
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Have a great day Peeps!<br />
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Dreamy C</div>
Calliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06700497403710758169noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6245184514070151701.post-70753093709325471642017-01-25T14:22:00.001+08:002017-01-25T14:22:24.010+08:005D4N Trip to Bangkok - Day 5<div style="text-align: center;">
Day 5 being the last day, I brought The Dowager to Rung Reung for some Tom Yum noodles.<br />
Both of us had the soup version. We ordered the same thing, just different noodles.<br />
We were given 1 x Tom Yum soup and 1 x clear soup. Wrong order!<br />
Not complaining since it taste good.<br />
Portions were small as expected. I ordered the dry version to try and in conclusion, I preferred the dry version whereas The Dowager preferred the soup version.<br />
Please add in lime juice and dry chilli according to your taste.<br />
Add a little dry chilli at a time. They are potent! Trust me on this.<br />
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Walked a little to Phrom Phong BTS and also ate a little along the way...<br />
Ate Mee Jiang Kueh only that the filling is shredded coconut, corn with a little bit of sugar.<br />
Hmmm... real nice! 15 Baht nia... which is around 60 cents?<br />
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Went back to the hotel and chill.<br />
Checked out and took the Mercedes cab which was arranged by the hotel.<br />
600 Baht is a little steep but hey! Anything for comfort on the way back...<br />
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I will DEFINITELY be back Bangkok! Wait for me...<br />
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Dreamy C</div>
Calliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06700497403710758169noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6245184514070151701.post-4491703230489381202017-01-25T14:22:00.000+08:002017-01-25T14:22:10.549+08:005D4N Trip to Bangkok - Day 4<div style="text-align: center;">
I was unhappy with how Day 3 ended. <br />
I told Mom I'm going to bring her to Yaowarat at night but she slept the night away.<br />
Oh well... an excuse to visit BKK again!<br />
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We had breakfast at the magazine lane.<br />
I had the same thing i.e. pork rice and Cha Yen.<br />
Mommy a.k.a. The Dowager had roast pork rice this time.<br />
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We went to Pratunam Day Market where The Dowager unleashed her powers!<br />
This woman bought till she almost went broke! Kept saying she's got to stop but kept on buying!<br />
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Went back to the hotel to put our stuff which was mostly Mommy's & brought her to Central World.<br />
There, I bought 3 x workout capri pants from G.A.P. and a black sheer top from Mango.<br />
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We headed to Big C next where we bought titbits and pomelo.<br />
Fruits are aplenty in BKK and they are sweet! Once we came out of the supermarket, we saw many people trying to seal up their carton boxes with packing tape. Frankly, that was quite a scene...<br />
Secretly, I'm glad The Dowager isn't a snacks hoarder.<br />
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We devoured the pomelo back in the hotel.<br />
Dinner was at a Gyoza place within the food court area.<br />
We also ate some Fried cuttlefish which was really huge.<br />
Lastly, I brought Mommy to After You since she didn't join me and it would be such a waste to step into BKK and not have a taste of their Honey Shibuya Toast. It would be a sin in my opinion. Lol...<br />
We packed some food back to the hotel. Just some little bites like 2 x small Mochi, 1 x Ikura Onigiri and Khanom Bueang (I love these little crunchy fellas).<br />
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Mommy went for 1 hour foot reflexology at Lek Massage while I went back to the hotel to pack.<br />
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Dreamy C</div>
Calliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06700497403710758169noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6245184514070151701.post-48461150867279868652017-01-25T14:21:00.002+08:002017-01-25T14:21:58.160+08:005D4N Trip to Bangkok - Day 3<div style="text-align: center;">
Brought Mom to ROAST at Thong Lo for some Brunch.<br />
Ang Mo food. Not bad. I had rosti and it was good!<br />
Mom had ROAST breakfast and it was good and filling.<br />
I suggest just getting one dish here and share as there's lots to eat in BKK.<br />
Then again, it's really hard to choose just one so make more trips to BKK then! Ha ha...<br />
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After a big meal at ROAST, we went to Audrey's which is just a short walk from ROAST.<br />
We had their Milo Crepe Cake and it was light and lovely. I downed it all with Fruit Punch.<br />
Mommy didn't take any as she was still full from brunch. This woman has limited capacity and a small one at that!<br />
The deco was nice but somehow, I preferred the one in a shopping mall. Was it Siam Paragon?<br />
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From Audrey, we took a cab down to Terminal 21.<br />
Late lunch was at Tim Ho Wan.<br />
Thereafter, back to the hotel we go! Mom was still tired from the effects of her medicine.<br />
This woman has been sick since Day 1!<br />
She bought some pineapple after her smoke break near our hotel.<br />
Again, pale looking but oh-so-sweet.<br />
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Night was uneventful since Mommy slept through the night.<br />
My tummy started to rumble at 7 plus, local time.<br />
I went to Nuer Koo at Siam Paragon, level 4 and had some yummylicious Kobe beef noodles!<br />
The Cha Yen sucks here. Not as thick as the one at the magazine lane.<br />
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There was a charity going on and I bought a leather coin purse along with a Pink Amethyst ring.<br />
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I ended the day with Honey Shibuya Toast at After You.<br />
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Dreamy C</div>
Calliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06700497403710758169noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6245184514070151701.post-53421242558213419882017-01-25T14:21:00.001+08:002017-01-25T14:21:46.401+08:005D4N Trip to Bangkok - Day 2<div style="text-align: center;">
We had breakfast near the magazine lane which I talked about in Day 1.<br />
I had really good pork rice and Cha Yen here.<br />
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After that, we went to Siam Paragon and Siam Center.<br />
Tried cheese tart at Pablo which was really delicious! Preferred the original to their Matcha.<br />
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Late Lunch at Siam Paragon where we had Mango Sticky Rice and really delicious Beef Noodles!<br />
Remember to buy a card at the counter before you go and order your food at the food court of Siam Paragon.<br />
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Went to Chatuchak Night Market where Mommy went crazy with shopping again.<br />
We had some yummy Coconut Ice Cream, Banana Prata which Mom finds it overly sweet but good for me (I have a sweet tooth) and Moo Ping.<br />
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Ended the day at Ban Khun Mae where we had some really lovely Papaya Salad, Lime fish (huge fish!), Tom Yum Goong (boy was this yummy!) and not fantastic tapioca and water chestnut as dessert.<br />
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During the day, we went to Lek Massage where we had 2 hours body massage with oil.<br />
Good in my opinion. In The Dowager's opinion was so-so.<br />
So good, I gave 400 Baht to the lady attending to me.<br />
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Dreamy C</div>
Calliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06700497403710758169noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6245184514070151701.post-27033823040572013042017-01-25T14:21:00.000+08:002017-01-25T14:21:27.641+08:005D4N Trip to Bangkok - Day 1<div style="text-align: center;">
When in Bangkok, Shop and Eat!<br />
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I went with a <a href="http://www.pacsafe.com/catalog/product/view/id/190/" target="_blank">Pacsafe Carry On Bag</a> and a foldable bag from Timberland.<br />
I also brought along another <a href="http://www.pacsafe.com/catalog/product/view/id/1096/" target="_blank">Pacsafe sling bag</a> which I've grown to LOVE after this trip.<br />
Mommy went with a huge luggage and a foldable bag.</div>
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Bought air tickets from Jetstar Asia and the Hotel that we're going to stay is Novotel Siam Square because of its convenient location. It's conveniently located near Siam BTS.<br />
From Siam BTS, you want to exit at the one opposite Siam Paragon.<br />
There's Siam Center, Siam Paragon and Siam Square nearby.<br />
Walk for about 10 - 15 mins, you'll get to Central World, Platinum Mall, Big C.<br />
Lek Massage, Chang Massage & Smile are just across the hotel's side entrance.<br />
Exit from the side entrance, turn left and walk straight and you'll reach Siam BTS.<br />
Along the way, you'll see a little shop selling magazines and newspapers.<br />
Inside that stretch holds quite a number of food and drink stalls. I shall call this the magazine lane going forward.<br />
I had really good pork rice (better than the one at Soi 9 with that 'famous' wanton noodles) and Cha Yen. Photos can be found on my Instagram.<br />
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From Suvarnabhumi Airport, you can take the Airport Transfer to Phaya Thai Station where you can switch to BTS. I didn't take that as it's really inconvenient travelling with Mom's HUGE luggage.<br />
We ended up taking the cab. Right outside, you can stop the taxi queue. One must get a taxi ticket from the many automated machines and they'll just tell you which lane to go.<br />
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Having reached at an odd hour in the afternoon, we went to Som Tam Nua to grab some grub.<br />
We were slightly disappointed to know that a few of their salads were no longer available.<br />
We also ordered their noodles which weren't delicious and their fried chicken. Now for the chicken, where it lacks in crispiness, the flavour of it makes up for it. So flavourful, I ate more than 1/2!</div>
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We walked around for a bit and bought some fruits back to the hotel.<br />
I've come to realise that their fruits though pale looking, were in fact sweet and yummy!<br />
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Later that night, we took a boat ride to Asiatique where we shopped more.<br />
I really enjoyed Asiatique as it's where I bought 2 lovely pairs of leather flats!<br />
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We ended the day with an hour foot reflexology at Chang Massage which turned out to be a really BAD idea. We left with bruises come the next morning.<br />
Bad experience! NEVER going back there EVER!<br />
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Dreamy C</div>
Calliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06700497403710758169noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6245184514070151701.post-72244815455779386782016-12-27T14:17:00.002+08:002016-12-27T14:17:45.722+08:00Domvs by Gabriel Fratini<div style="text-align: center;">
I heard from J about how great Gabriel Fratini used to be.</div>
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Gabriel also said that he's the FIRST to introduce Tiramisu to Singapore. Hmmm...</div>
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We brought our customer there for lunch since he's staying there.</div>
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It was only towards the last course of our meal that we found out that it's THE Gabriel Fratini who took over... Ha ha... Never TOO late!</div>
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My Antipasto - Scallop with Chantilly Cheese, Beef Cheek with 'I've forgotten what' topping and Prawn with some puree.</div>
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LOVE the scallop with Chantilly cheese. </div>
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Beef Cheek was good enough. I would have liked it to be slightly more tender.</div>
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My Primo</div>
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Ravioli - Didn't really like this one. </div>
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I would gladly take a 2nd serving of our Appetizer in place of this.</div>
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My Secondo - Fish</div>
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I like the sauce, the fish was fresh, I like the little pcs of veggie at the side.</div>
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It's nicely decorated.</div>
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When I saw Brussel Sprouts, I wanted to run away but surprisingly, it was tolerable.</div>
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My Dolce - Tiramisu with Chocolate Mousse</div>
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Tiramisu was indeed pleasant. Light and nice.</div>
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Chocolate Mousse also wasn't overpowering which is good as I wouldn't get sick of having more than a bite.</div>
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Overall, J who complained throughout the meal and made his displeasure known for the lack of a menu was full of praise at the end of the meal. I would say Gabriel Fratini himself did the trick!</div>
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If you'd asked me, I like this idea of lack of menu and simply let the chef decide.</div>
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In Japan, it's called Omakase. In Italy? I'm not sure...</div>
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What I'm sure is that J might probably skip going to Mezza9 for special occasions and pop in here instead. This man has expensive taste. Ha ha...</div>
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Dreamy C</div>
Calliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06700497403710758169noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6245184514070151701.post-10348289063241416812016-12-07T16:25:00.001+08:002016-12-07T16:25:20.724+08:003D2N I Love Jakarta Trip<div style="text-align: center;">
Whoo hoo...!!! Jakarta baby... I'm coming for ya!</div>
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This time round with J and I won't be spending my b'day in Singapore!</div>
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Double win!<br />
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Turned out I didn't venture to places I would like to as it was pouring on the 2nd day.<br />
An experience in itself and I wouldn't trade it for anything even though I ended up with a slight cold.<br />
Something positive out of it is the surroundings, people and food in Café Batavia.<br />
I had really delicious Sop Buntut there.<br />
Being a Car Free Sunday, the atmosphere is also great!<br />
Spirits of Jakartans weren't dampened at all by the rain!<br />
While all of us were seeking shelter, a small group of local young adults played and sang some music on their guitars. This is what I call - enjoyment while caught in the rain.<br />
A lady fell from her bicycle when it was raining and a few men went to help her. Great attitude!<br />
I applaud them! I'm not sure if Singaporeans would do the same...<br />
Yes, such 'hope' I have for my local people. Years of residence here has gotten me a bit sceptical.<br />
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Want to look at photos? Check them out on my Instagram account!<br />
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Till next time... it has been fun in Jakarta and I'm definitely going to make lots more trips there!!!<br />
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Dreamy C</div>
Calliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06700497403710758169noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6245184514070151701.post-52813133794363667492016-11-23T16:46:00.002+08:002016-11-23T16:46:50.041+08:00Holiday Update 2 for Year 2016!<div style="text-align: center;">
Previously, I mentioned that I'm going to visit Jakarta during the Christmas period.</div>
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Alas! This is not to be since I'm going to travel with J and he's not one to celebrate Christmas away from his kiddos. So, I've to compromise. Well, it IS a holiday after all...</div>
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We will be flying with Air Asia and the hotel will be the same i.e. Mercure Sabang.</div>
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This time round however, I'm going to book a room which overlooks the city, hopefully Monas.</div>
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I'll put a request in. <br />
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If I were travelling solo, I would skip the breakfasts in the hotel but since J's tagging along this time, I'll have to include breakfasts in the hotel. He's not one who would look around the surrounding for food. He's also very particular with food.</div>
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I don't blame him... He's travelled to many places and hence, might have turned more sceptical whereas I'm not a well travelled person so I'm open to adventures and disappointments. That's when the magic takes place isn't it? Solo travel - I love and would seize all opportunities to do it!</div>
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Well, stay tuned! It's going to be a busy, busy December for me.</div>
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A sweet ending to Year 2016!</div>
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Dreamy C</div>
Calliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06700497403710758169noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6245184514070151701.post-10074674165775481412016-11-22T14:21:00.002+08:002016-11-22T14:21:44.157+08:00Holiday Update<div style="text-align: center;">
Remember me saying I don't know when my 3rd trip to BKK will be?<br />
Well fellas, 3rd trip is due to happen next month!<br />
Air tickets? Booked!<br />
Hotel? Booked!<br />
Boy am I excited. Even more so since me gonna bring my Ma Ma along!<br />
We are going to have so much fun I'm sure of it!!!<br />
5D4N, BKK, my Ma Ma and I are coming for ya!<br />
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Stay tuned...!!!<br />
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Dreamy C</div>
Calliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06700497403710758169noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6245184514070151701.post-90640876080206011432016-11-01T11:21:00.003+08:002016-11-01T11:21:36.439+08:00Bangkok 17th June 2016 to 20th June 2016<div style="text-align: center;">
Ahhh... it's been months since I return.</div>
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This was my 2nd time in BKK. My 1st was years ago.</div>
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1st trip, I didn't do any massages, had good dinners at different hotels and managed to do a Floating Market trip which I enjoyed tremendously. We didn't do much shopping at all. I also visited a wet market (sheltered) near Chatuchak.</div>
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2nd trip, I ate more, travelled to places where the locals ate, visited a day wet market (not sheltered and it was quite an experience. got excited seeing monks along the way), shop a whole lot more and had lots of enjoyable massages.</div>
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I'm definitely going to make a 3rd trip to BKK, to do stuff which I didn't get to do on my 1st and 2nd trip. I want to watch Thai Kick Boxing and I want to watch it LIVE. I also want to do a dinner at one of the Sky Bars. Lastly, I want to go to Asiatique. I also want to try Greyhound Café and lots of other eateries. I also want to check out the Husky Café or Cat Café. </div>
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Hmmm... 2nd trip of 4D3N is just too short. TOO too short...</div>
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I'm not sure when this 3rd trip will take place as I'm having the itch to climb mountains.</div>
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Come next year, I'm going to try Mount Kembang and Mount Sumbing. This will probably take place end June next year. If J agrees, we will go to Ubud this December or next year January. If we ever do go to Ubud, I would like to climb Mount Agung or Mount Batur. I heard that the latter is much easier.</div>
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Let me share on some photos I took whilst in BKK.<br />
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These were taken at Jim Thompson's House:<br />
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2 of my favourite characters just outside of 1 of the many shopping malls we visited:</div>
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Audrey's:</div>
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Love the copper crockeries...</div>
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3rd day... My flight was really late at 5 plus. </div>
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Then, I lazed around in my room and checked out close to 11a.m. </div>
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I got bored of sticking around in my room...</div>
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Took the cab to Gambir Railway Station.</div>
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Had lunch there...</div>
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Mie Ayam with Bakso</div>
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Didn't enjoy it but heck! My last meal!</div>
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It wasn't crowded so I managed to have an empty seat beside me which I promptly made use of by putting my bag there. Journey took an hour.</div>
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Checked in and guess what I do with all the spare time on hand? Eat lah!</div>
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Ended up reading a book - Room.</div>
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To summarize, I couldn't cover all that I planned to. I didn't go to Glodok, Kota Tua and Taman Mini.</div>
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I am so looking forward...</div>
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Overall, I LOVE Jakarta!</div>
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The food are spicy which I like.</div>
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The people are so friendly despite the language barrier. I find that body language gets me by easily.</div>
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I really enjoyed my stay... </div>
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After the 2nd trip, I'm going to Indonesia again come June next year. I made a promise to visit S in her hometown during Hari Raya and climb a few small mountains.</div>
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Can't wait... I'm sure I'm going to love it just as much!</div>
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Why oh why wouldn't the government allow foreigners to buy land there?!?!?! Bummer...</div>
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Day 2. I was up bright and early! 6 plus local time...</div>
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I went for my breakfast at the hotel. The spread was basic. Not much variety but will do for me...</div>
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After breakfast, I went to Monas.</div>
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Saw the first statue.</div>
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There was some event going on, Anniversary for some schools.</div>
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I had a hard time walking around searching for the ticket booth.</div>
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Asking the locals gave me some issues. Language barrier becomes more obvious but they are really friendly people. Hence, it didn't really bother me.</div>
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It was really bright and sunny. </div>
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Jakarta is hotter than back home. </div>
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Soon enough, I have beads of sweat dripping down the sides of my face.</div>
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I must say that the night view of it is much more magnificent.</div>
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I finally managed to locate the ticket booth.</div>
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It was in B1.</div>
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Before reaching the ticket booth, there are security guards checking your bags.</div>
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As I didn't bring any bag, I cleared that very quickly.</div>
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Ticket cost me 30K rupiah but amount on my ticket states 20K rupiah.</div>
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I have no idea what it depicts.</div>
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I reached a place which is the base of Monas where it tells the history of Indonesia, back to the time before Japanese Occupation. It was good knowledge.</div>
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Finally reached the top of Monas.</div>
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That's Istiqal Mosque there.</div>
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There were grills on the 3rd floor and none on the 2nd.</div>
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I had wanted to proceed to Istiqal Mosque but my tummy began to rumble.</div>
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Time for lunch!</div>
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Ice Tea which is really good for the hot weather.</div>
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I was walking around searching for food.</div>
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I went in to a shop only to find out that they only sell Ice Cream. That explains the crowd.</div>
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A guy was right outside the shop, cooking sate with charcoal so I thought why not?</div>
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Even though Sate is the last thing I want to eat since I've eaten it last night.</div>
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However, to comfort myself, last night was Sate Padang and this was Sate.</div>
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The sauce is different and I must say I very much preferred this.</div>
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I ended up NOT going to Glodok as I found this under the railway track!</div>
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It's just a bunch of push cart stalls selling Ketoprak, Mie Ayam etc.</div>
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This is Ketoprak. I really enjoyed this one. Yummy...</div>
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There's lots of beansprouts, some bee hoon like noodles, lots of crackers, tofu etc. It's just a bit of a few things. I ordered it spicy and it was delicious! If I remember it right, this only cost 15K rupiah!</div>
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Long story here but in the end, I didn't get to walk around the entire building.</div>
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On another note, saw a really beautiful kitty in the mosque.</div>
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Could not stop stroking him/her.</div>
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Gereja Katedral Jakarta</div>
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My lucky day - a wedding being held.</div>
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There were real birds in this church.</div>
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A wedding going on with birds chirping, what a lovely sight.</div>
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I could have walked but it was really hot and the weather tire me.</div>
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Saw some cotton candy along the way. Did not buy it for fear of the sweetness of it.</div>
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This is how a Transjakarta bus stop looked like.</div>
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The system there looked like the system of the MRT back home.</div>
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This happen to be the stop named Bank Indonesia which is near the hotel I stayed in.</div>
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Later at night, after a Body Scrub (which was really good btw...), I went to Sarinah Thamrin where I got some peanuts for J. There were lots of street food there and I was really excited!</div>
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This here, my friend is Pecel Lele. It's fried catfish with some cucumbers, cabbage and tofu.</div>
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The chilli which comes along with it? Oh my... Best!</div>
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The catfish was really crispy and the meat really soft. If I can, I'll order another portion but I really need to keep my tummy space for other food.</div>
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Walked back to the hotel and on the way, I saw BBQ Banana.</div>
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No luck as it was closed. Bummer!</div>
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Settled for Bakso. The bakso in Jakarta is different from the one in Padang.</div>
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I very much preferred the one in Padang. The big ball you see there has mince meat in the middle.</div>
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J flew to Italy for business.</div>
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Only bring me for short business trips. Long ones don't have my share. Hmph!</div>
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Oh well... let me fly to Jakarta and experience my 1st solo trip then!</div>
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I've never travelled alone.</div>
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I've never been to Jakarta.</div>
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My flight (Airasia) got delayed which is a blessing in disguise.</div>
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Why? 'Cos I underestimated travelling time by MRT.</div>
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By the time I got to the airport, I barely have time for dinner!</div>
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Luckily, I was told by the counter staff that the flight got delayed by an hour!</div>
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I passed through immigration, collected my pocket wifi from Changi Recommend and had a distasteful Laksa at Owl Eating Place.</div>
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By the time I reach Soekarno Hatta airport, it was 10 plus at night, local time.</div>
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I then took the Airport Bus to Gambir Railway Station.</div>
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Just exit from Arrival, turn left and walk all the way down. There's signs though...</div>
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Damri ticket counter is very easy to locate. I bought my ticket at 40K rupiah which works out to be around SGD4.30. The rate I got was 1 SGD = 9,300 rupiah.</div>
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Just stick around. There'll be a person shouting Gambir. Only then do you go board the bus.</div>
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Damri also offers bus services to other locations other than Gambir. Else, there's an announcement every single time. You can't miss it. Don't understand Bahasa? Well, I don't too and I managed just fine...</div>
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The journey took around 45 minutes. I read on some blogs that it might take 1 - 1.5 hrs. I guess timing of arrival matters. It does not just travel straight to Gambir Railway Station.</div>
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There's a few times where the bus stopped for passengers on board to alight.</div>
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If in doubt, just ask the people sitting around you. Jakartans are very friendly people.</div>
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By the time I got to Gambir Railway Station, it was 11 plus. I tried looking for Indomart so I can buy the card where I can take Transjakarta buses but due to language barrier, I was unsuccessful. I wasted some time going to and fro. In the end, I gave up and took a taxi from Gambir to the hotel - Mercure Sabang Jakarta. It cost me 40K rupiah. I tried to bargain as the distance was real short but since it's so late at night, I guess I was the loser that day. I did take a taxi from the hotel to Gambir when I checked out and it only cost me 20K rupiah. Depending on the time you arrive, decide in your discretion. For me, I wasn't afraid to walk but I was really tired. I was carrying a backpack you see...</div>
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I checked in and it was midnight already. Since I didn't have lotsa time in Jakarta, I decided to venture out for food even though I wasn't hungry. You might be saying - What were you thinking?! So late on a Friday night and you being a female, wanna venture out for food?!</div>
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Yes and venture I did! I exit the hotel and turned left. Within a few minutes of walking, I reached the traffic light. There's no green man or red man. I later learned that if you don't know how to cross the road, just look at the side. If the cards stopped, just walk. </div>
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Walk I did and before long, I saw a bunch of Black. There's easily 10 of them. They talked really loud, sounding like they are having a disagreement. I must admit that I was concerned and started walking faster. My heart wasn't thumping hard like I'm afraid but it's a situation I would like to get out of FAST! Soon enough, I saw a whole stretch of 'stalls'. They looked like push carts. <br />
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I had my first meal - Sate Padang. It was just outside Indomart.<br />
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I had this years back when I visited Padang. Didn't like it then but thought I wanna give it another try to recap exactly why I didn't like it. It's all down to the sauce. Just not used to the texture of it.</div>
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Calliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06700497403710758169noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6245184514070151701.post-89292856811729595122016-10-05T13:53:00.001+08:002016-10-05T13:53:40.060+08:00Horlick - The Love of My Life<div style="text-align: center;">
I have been treating myself well these days.</div>
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Having lots of Japanese food and enjoying them, bought myself a few workout attire from Adidas and dreaming of holidays amongst other things...<br />
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Having Horlick around meant that the tendency of me travelling is kept to the minimum.<br />
He has been staying with me for close to 6 weeks now.<br />
He's still meowing for me outside my door every morning, sometimes TOO early.<br />
When I got out, he shuts up. He wants nothing but just to see me.<br />
He's not even clingy towards me when I resurfaced from my room. He simply wants to see me.<br />
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His bald area at his back is getting bigger. I've decided to let it be and stop applying cream for him.<br />
It's stress related and there's nothing I can do except try my best to make him happy.<br />
This boy of mine is afraid of thunder and lightning. Rainy days are not his best days. Lol...<br />
Update: After weeks later, his bald area is going through a season of Spring. Meaning, there's some 'hair' growing in small little patches.<br />
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I'm happy that he's getting closer to me and listens to me more often.<br />
I guess time spent together really is the essence here.<br />
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I love him dearly. I started to have the habit of letting him see/smell my meals before I devour them.<br />
If it's something which he approved, he would lick his mouth.<br />
I've come to realize that he's not a veggie boy. Neither is he a fruits boy.<br />
I'm glad he drinks plenty and goes to the toilet often.<br />
He's still not used to the kids being around.<br />
I know because the second they are out of the house for good, Horlick plays with his branch.<br />
His appetite also came back IMMEDIATELY. Ha! My boy...<br />
Update: After 2 months plus with the boys over for the weekend, Horlick has now grown used to their existence. He now eats when the kiddos are around.<br />
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I talk about him with pride, lots of pride. He's my bundle of joy and I'm glad God puts him in my life.<br />
Just yesterday, J had a bout of really bad back pain and I've to attend to him.<br />
Horlick managed to sneak into the room.<br />
Before I know it, he jumped up and was right outside of the window. There are slopping tiles there.<br />
DANGER! I quickly got him out and told him that it's dangerous.<br />
Had I been later to find out, I fear that might be the end of him, 9 lives or not.<br />
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Look at me now... All talk about him. Ha ha... I'm loving it!<br />
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Calliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06700497403710758169noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6245184514070151701.post-44466669493241491552016-08-08T10:46:00.003+08:002016-08-08T10:46:35.203+08:00Horlick The Cat<div style="text-align: center;">
As of 30th July 2016, Horlick has entered the residence.</div>
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The Dowager decided not to keep him anymore.</div>
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She constantly complained about him making her home dirty and his inability to stop scratching.</div>
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I would say that all these are normal traits of cats.</div>
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Whether you like it or not, they scratch even when a scratching pole is available.</div>
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I don't blame her since her work is hectic and she doesn't have a helper.<br />
I would say that he wants Horlick but at the same time, doesn't want the hassle that comes along with it. With pets, it's not this way at all. You cannot choose all the good things of pets and ditch all the bad. It's all in a package. Either you accept him/her or you don't entirely.<br />
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As such, I've made the decision to keep him and I intend to do so for the rest of his life. I've told The Dowager that if she changes her mind weeks or months down the road and wants him back, there's no way I'm going to shift him. Simply because it's so stressful for him.<br />
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Since having him, I would say that yes, he scratch many chairs and the carpet as well. We will just say 'No Horlick' to him when he's doing the deed. Then, he would seem to be complaining. Lol... I must say he brings joy to me definitely. It feels good having him at my door to wake me up in the morning (he doesn't sleep with me), he's more clingy towards me, he responds when I call him and he's generally closer to me within a short span of a few days. I'm glad I have him now with me and I'm very thankful towards J for permitting Horlick to stay over. Sure, he could have objected but he didn't. J loves cleanliness in the house and I thought he would not be able to tolerate Horlick's fur 'floating' around the house and landing on areas where the fur looked obvious to sight example on a black floor tile. I'm glad J is tolerant till now. I'm sure IF given a choice, he would have preferred not having Horlick but then again, if Horlick is not with us, J doesn't get to see me often since I would spend my weekends out of the house. With Horlick in the house, I tend to want to spend time with him and hence, would spend more time at home and even if I do go out, I'm not out for too long. At least, I make sure I'm at home when the kiddos stay over. The last thing I want is for Horlick to be stressed out and for him to be hurt. I'm sure Horlick can protect himself but one can never be too careful and too sure...<br />
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I've uploaded pictures and videos of Horlick on my Instagram so if you're interested to follow the journey of Horlick, go check it out! <br />
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Well, that's my latest update for you.<br />
Have a great day peeps!<br />
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Dreamy C</div>
Calliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06700497403710758169noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6245184514070151701.post-10081209924104251702016-04-18T17:07:00.002+08:002016-04-18T17:07:42.567+08:00An Update<div style="text-align: center;">
I have been busy.</div>
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Busy eating.</div>
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I watched 2 x movies recently - The Huntsman & The Jungle Book.</div>
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The Huntsman - Overhyped. Disappointing.</div>
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The Jungle Book - Enjoyed it thoroughly.</div>
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I took a break from creating cards.</div>
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I've been spending more time on the Bible now that BSF started since February.</div>
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I also handled some issues with my marriage recently.</div>
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I've gotten really tired and I've finally made a decision.</div>
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Now, it's up to my partner on how much he wants to keep the marriage.</div>
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I shall not go into details but I'm finally at peace with myself, I'm able to find joy in simple things in life and I treat myself better. Best part? I'm able to sleep better these nights.</div>
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I no longer yell in the middle of my sleep. Yes, that's how bad the marriage made me.</div>
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I also made a trip to KL to visit Chub Chub!</div>
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After this trip, I realized how stinking adorable she can be, how notti she can be and how manipulative she can turn out to be. Ha ha...! I missed her the minute I stepped foot into Singapore.</div>
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I'm planning another trip, probably in September since there's a public holiday then.</div>
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I celebrated Mom's b'day last month and my bro & I brought her for a Crab dinner @ Still Road, which happens to be her favourite. Dowager's important day. We must satisfy her. Ha ha...!</div>
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I've also been busy exercising. I weighed 64kg and after 3 months of on-off exercise, I'm now at 61kg! Not bad I should say but most importantly is that I feel really good after all the sweat. I also bought some sports bra from Lululemon. Sexy and in bright colours - orange and pink. Love them!</div>
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I'm looking forward to June as I'll be travelling to Bangkok with a girlfriend! </div>
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KL in March 2016</div>
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Bangkok in June 2016</div>
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KL in September 2016 (probably)</div>
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Taiwan or Hong Kong in December 2016</div>
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So there you have it! My travel plans for Year 2016! I'm going to make sure I'm not in Singapore on my special day! A promise I've been thinking of but not fulfilled yet. I intend to fulfill it this year!</div>
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Have fun Y'all!!!</div>
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Dreamy C</div>
Calliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06700497403710758169noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6245184514070151701.post-85657352138760823412016-01-04T16:06:00.000+08:002016-01-04T16:06:17.866+08:00Happy New Year???<div style="text-align: center;">
What is so happy about the new year?</div>
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Isn't it just another day, another year?</div>
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I believe New Year is just one of those days where human beings come up with to give themselves an excuse to party, eat and be merry.</div>
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I understand festivals such as Christmas, Hari Raya, Deepavali, Vesak Day etc.</div>
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These are religious festivals but new year? What is that???</div>
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Is this year supposed to be any different than the next?</div>
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If you're thinking about new year resolutions, I say don't bother.</div>
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Hardly anyone keeps them. </div>
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At least for me, I've not met anyone who managed to keep them through the year.</div>
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If you're thinking about reflecting and try to make yourself a better YOU next year, I say why wait till the new year??? Make the change now!</div>
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So what exactly is worth celebrating for the new year? A fresh start?</div>
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Do we REALLY need a reason in order to make a fresh start?</div>
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Okie enough negativity... I wish you a GREAT day everyday and not a new year... Ha ha...</div>
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Dreamy C</div>
Calliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06700497403710758169noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6245184514070151701.post-46583593386025229242015-12-09T12:24:00.002+08:002015-12-09T12:24:27.974+08:00Taiwan Itinerary 2015 - Day 11 and Day 12<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
Day 11 is just a day that I have as a buffer. It's for when we have nothing planned out for the day but just check out places which we've missed earlier. Turned out we stayed in hotel room most of the time and laze around... It rained which makes dampened our mood of going out.</div>
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We went to Chia Te for souvenirs and I bought a lot!</div>
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This egg tart? Nothing special...</div>
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Boo!</div>
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My splurge - Shilin Night Market</div>
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Shilin Night Market has very nice food especially Hot Star Chicken. Superb!</div>
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Nice clothes as well!</div>
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Our last meal in Taiwan...</div>
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In summary, Taiwan is definitely a place I would go AGAIN and AGAIN! So many other places I've not been to. Kenting, Kaoshiung, Taitung, Alishan, Wulai, Miaoli etc.</div>
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I'm planning another trip December 2016 to the same places i.e. Hualien, Hehuanshan, Taipei.</div>
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I'll be going with J for the next trip. I've yet to obtain his 100% approval but we talked about it briefly and he's interested to check it out. For my next trip, I intend to stay at Song Syue Lodge for at least a night. After that, Year 2017 will most probably be Vietnam or Japan. We'll see... </div>
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But before all these, BKK first in June next year! Whoo hoo...</div>
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Holidays are fun! It's a great time for one to relax and learn more about people from other countries!</div>
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So save up and travel! It's priceless!</div>
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Calliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06700497403710758169noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6245184514070151701.post-21769847569815844422015-12-09T12:01:00.001+08:002015-12-09T12:01:04.475+08:00Taiwan Itinerary 2015 - Day 10<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
Day 10 is another tour... This time, our driver is Andy.</div>
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Previously in Hualien, our driver is Neil. Neil speaks good English, is never late, very thoughtful (he cleans our cutleries with tissue paper and he helps order our food), gives good suggestions (he was the one who recommended us to the delicious food cooked by an Aboriginal family near Hotel Bayview), is always ready to help take photos for us (most of the time, w/o us even asking), is flexible (even offered driving us to Hualien City for dinner when it's past after 6 PM and he hasn't even taken his dinner!), very helpful and overall, a really pleasant experience with him! He even bought us Mochi and Bubble Tea!</div>
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Now let's talk about Andy. Andy is just as nice. He's recommended by Neil in fact. I found out later that they are school friends. Andy is also just as obliging, friendly, courteous, has good knowledge, speaks good English and like Neil, he bought something for us to try which I've forgotten what it was. Bwah ha ha... If you're interested in getting their contact numbers, drop me an email. I'm happy to assist!</div>
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1st stop - Yeliu Geopark</div>
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This is what looks like a turtle here...</div>
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Her neck is getting thinner and thinner so come and see her soon!</div>
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I found out that the grave yard there is very neat, tidy and orderly.</div>
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No luck with sunlight. Else, the water will look like gold</div>
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I love this place!</div>
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Near the entrance is this shop selling deep fried prawn ball. Very nice. </div>
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Best is in Hualien. This is 2nd best. =)</div>
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Departing from Cingjing today! If you ever want to leave Cingjing for Taipei or Taichung etc., I suggest you check out <a href="http://www.cingjingbus.tw/" target="_blank">OK Bus</a>. Convenient. We reached Taipei in about 5 hours! They stop mid-way at Puli Brewery where you can get some nice Fresh Milk Bubble Tea and it's also where The Dowager had a great time lancing lancing!</div>
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Another of Bo Bi before I leave!</div>
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OK Bus dropped us at Taipei Main Station. From there, we took the Metro to Ximen and checked in to <a href="http://www.westgatehotel.com.tw/en" target="_blank">Westgate</a>! It's a really nice hotel. It even has a Bidget a.k.a. Japanese toilet! Scroll all the way down for a video on the room. I believe ours was the Grand Suite. I booked it really late you see...</div>
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Went to Mitsui Cuisine near Zhongxiao Dunhua Station for a nice dinner!</div>
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The Omakase Sets if you're interested.</div>
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I ordered the most expensive for The Dowager and the cheapest for me.</div>
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Day 8 is all about meh~meh~<br />
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Breakfast was good! From the Minsu. I love their grapes. Very sweet... </div>
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Another with Bo Bi!</div>
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There! Meh~meh~</div>
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Lunch was at Carton King where everywhere is made of carton!</div>
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My splurge for Day 8... Crafty stuff</div>
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In my humble opinion, if you have children, stay 2 x nights in Cingjing. Else, please only stay 1 x night. If you are staying in the lower region of Cingjing, you'll probably not be bored but Mommy & I stayed in Starry Minsu and it's really bored there as there's no 7-11 nearby etc. It's really peaceful and quiet. Also, my anticipation for seeing the real meh~meh~ died when I was there... Not sure why but somehow, didn't quite like it as much as I was expecting... If I were to do it all over again, I would stay 1 x night in a Minsu in Hehuanshan and 1 x night in Starry Minsu. I heard lots of good reviews on the Minsu in Hehuanshan. That's for the trip next year...</div>
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Day 7 didn't begin as planned. In fact, the disappointment started setting in on Day 6.</div>
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Our plan was to start at 8:30 AM and hike Hehuanshan while driving to Cingjing.</div>
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An event - Taroko Marathon destroyed our plan.</div>
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Our driver can only pick us up at 11:30 AM for food before driving to Taroko Gorge.</div>
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To go to Cingjing, one has to drive through Taroko Gorge and due to the marathon, it only open at 2 PM for cars to drive through. Bummer!</div>
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Every cloud has a silver lining. Something DID turned out well which is a good lunch!</div>
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THE best Lu Rou Fan I've eaten so far...</div>
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Mom's Noodles which she said has a nice broth.</div>
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Mommy's favourite - Saba Fish</div>
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So fresh, we had 2nds...</div>
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Didn't like their California Rolls though...</div>
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See! Our 2nds!</div>
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Go check this place out for lunch! Tian Cun Ri Ben Liao Li (田村日本料理)</div>
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Zha Dan Cong You Bing</div>
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This Bubble Tea taste really good...</div>
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Order it as fresh milk tea with bubbles.</div>
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If you don't order it this way, they will put milk powder instead of fresh milk.</div>
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Bilv Divine Tree which is 3000 over years old</div>
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The view there</div>
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I must say I'm going to Taiwan again come December 2016.</div>
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I'm going mainly for Hehuanshan. It is THAT good and I really Bu Gan Xin not getting the opportunity to hike parts of it!</div>
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I stayed at <a href="http://starry.nantou.com.tw/" target="_blank">Starry Minsu</a> in Cingjing and this is the female dog there named Bo Bi.</div>
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Love Huskies! Starry Minsu is the highest minsu on Cingjing. I chose it 'cos of the view.</div>
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Steamboat dinner</div>
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A word of advice if you're staying at Starry Minsu - Please tell them you want herbal soup on the 1st day. The soup base we had on the 1st day was Sour Vegetable which we dislike. On the 2nd day, it's herbal soup and that taste much better... We did bought some ingredients from 7-11 for our Steamboat on the 2nd day. Just pass it to the staff and they will cut it open for you...</div>
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Nougat I bought when I was in Hualien</div>
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Along with some Mochi</div>
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Both are long gone here in Singapore.</div>
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I miss their Mochi... especially the fresh ones!</div>
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Dreamy C</div>
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Day 6! Halfway there... Not that I''m complaining. I don't want to go home to be honest...</div>
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Today, we are going to have a good lunch and a good dinner! Breakfast @ Hotel Bayview is decent. Don't expect it to 'wow' you.</div>
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Let's begin shall we?</div>
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I believe this is Baqi Viewing Platform</div>
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Isn't the view just magnificent???</div>
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I was told that people cannot swim in the 'beaches' in Hualien due to the current.</div>
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If you want to swim, go visit Kenting. I heard it's another pretty place with great views!</div>
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This, I believe is Shitiping. After a gap of a few weeks, memory is fading me...</div>
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Look at my tum tum! *horror*</div>
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Tropic of Cancer Marker</div>
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Prawns are really fresh. These were steamed, plain but delicious!</div>
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Oh I Love This & They Cook It So Well!!!</div>
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Mommy & I don't quite fancy this fish due to its texture.</div>
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An ice-cream along the journey after lunch</div>
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Some lovely clouds... </div>
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And more... I just love clouds.</div>
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I don't usually pay attention to them back home. I wonder why...</div>
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Liyu Lake - Another quiet and calm place</div>
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Great to have a picnic! BUT! We must maintain room for a good dinner to come!</div>
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Before I dive down to dinner, another picture of clouds. #cloudfanatic</div>
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Great idea to have the table legs as a sewing machine!</div>
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This salad is oh-so-nice</div>
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Pig's Skin which is also very delicious</div>
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Look at its fatness *ahem* I mean plumpness!</div>
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Salted Baked Fish</div>
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Dragonfruit Juice to end the meal</div>
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This place is near Hotel Bayview. To be honest, we were really stuffed and couldn't finish some of the dishes. They do not have set menus. This is actually a set. They just have sets of different price range. Even though this is a little too much for 2, I must say it's really great value for money! Not to forget, it's really a very sumptuous meal!</div>
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Doing this post is a torture to me right now. I hope you have been enjoying reading them so far. All the food, it's a KILLER! How I wish I'm back there THIS MOMENT! Enjoy this post Peeps! I'm going home now to have a bowl of home cooked Mee Siam as my dinner today. If I still yearn for Taiwan in months to come, I just might pop over there April 2016. Let's see as South Vietnam has been in my agenda for the longest time... =)</div>
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Dreamy C</div>
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