Non-Smoking Room Please

Our recent stay in Hard Rock Hotel was pleasant albeit the whiff of cigar in our room. I always request for a non-smoking room whenever we travel. Unfortunately, it is always subject to availability and when we arrived in the hotel, it was almost 11:00 p.m. so the room given to us was a smoking room.

I did not complain anymore as I was tired, disoriented and very sleepy. Last thing on my mind was to be fussy. The room was not smelling bad as I expected it to be. They must have sprayed deodorizer or neutralizer. Albeit the faint smell of smoke, my daughter and I managed to sleep well without smelling like we came from a smokers' lounge.

Next time, I will certainly insist on my preference. That is the reason why I always ensure my booking in advance so they can accommodate my requests.

Vacation Is Over

I cannot believe how soon time flies. Few days ago, my daughter and I was packing our bags for our trip to Singapore and we came back last Sunday. The fun is ending for me today as I ready myself to go back to work.

The whole Singapore trip was fun; although there was rain here and there on most days. We managed to enjoy ourselves while enjoying the downpour at the same time. Thanks to the "raincoats" sold at Universal Studios. We still had fun and that was the crux of this trip.

9 days seem to be so short! It is back to reality again and looking forward to the next trip. We haven't decided where to go yet and that will certainly depend on the budget. My daughter's prodding us to go to Spain and Portugal. Let's see.

Songs of the Sea at Sentosa

Last time I have been in Sentosa, there was no Songs of the Sea show. I am glad we've checked it out and the princess enjoyed the show so much we wanted another encore! It was awesome. I hate to give away the details of the show because it's really worth seeing. So, when you decide to visit Sentosa Park in Singapore, never miss out the Songs of the Sea show because it's worth the wait, the money and the time! Great show!

This is just a teaser of what you'll see there:

I'm back!

Yes! I was itching to type away! I have definitely morphed into an addicted blogger. Few days away from my laptop didn't do any good. I am never leaving my typing activity at all.

The trip was tiring and I am sad that I was not able to meet a good blogger pal - Jade. We exchanged texts and I was really hopeful to see her. However, travelling with other parties can be very tiring too because they have their own plans and I have mine and somehow, I have to cancel mine to accommodate theirs (I don't want to hurt some one's feelings so I had to give way...).

It was still a fun-filled vacation for us especially for the young princess since it was her first time to visit Singapore. A lot has changed indeed since the last time I have been there; 6 years to be exact! There were so many constructions which I had not seen back then. I think Singapore is busier now as it was before but it still remains to be one of the nicest cosmopolitan places in the world.

We spent the whole day in Sentosa. Due to time constraint, we were unable to visit Jurong Bird park and the Night Safari for the little princess' educational tour. Well, the day spent in Sentosa was enough to excite her senses especially the glass-bottom cable ride, the pink dolphin show, the fish and other sea creatures in the Underwater World and the great show of the Song of the Sea.

We'll be back in Singapore for sure. The next time will definitely be a longer one and I WILL HOLD THE REINS!

Off to Singapore

This year has been a busy travel year for us. I had blocked my leave dates already to accommodate all the travels we will have to do for this year. I didn't plan for a jet-setting 2008 for my family but due to some important family occasions and the extra airline tickets we have to use (hubby and I are airline staff so we need to use those tickets), we're off again this time to Singapore.

Last time I have been there was 2002 and I am sure that a lot has changed as what Jade said of Momma Wannabe whom I will be meeting (crossing fingers and toes!) there. I am excited! She'll be the 3rd blogger friend I will be meeting in person.

So, I won't be around for few days only as my family and I spend our weekend in the beautiful city of Singapore. We'll be meeting the in-laws there to celebrate my mom-in-law's 70th birthday and she doesn't know that we will be there. This is going to be a great surprise for her. I can't wait to see her facial expression =)

I'll post pictures once I come back. I still owe you my photos from Rome and I have been bugged lately to arrange my photos. Hopefully I can get my act back and organize it before everything piles!

Thanks to all of my dear friends who wished me well while I was sick. I still have the sniffles and the terrible itchy throat but barring any circumstances, I'm still off to Asia. I have packed with me some colds and cough medication. I just hope I won't be too groggy to enjoy the trip and this is my daughter's first time in Singapore. So, tuh-tah for now and I'll be back!