Singapore :)

Fourth & Fifth Day!

Vanj and I woke up at 5 AM - so early! Unlike in the Philippines, 5 AM in Malaysia is still too dark -as in like 3 AM in the Phils; sun rises at around 7!

We needed to be at the church by 6 since we, together with ate Grace, ate Jing, kuya Owen, & tita Medz, will be going to Singapore.

We left KL at around 11 AM, riding a nice bus. (nice, really.)

Actually, the last time I rode a public bus was back on my fifth grade, when we had an educational trip, so I was like a kid amazed seeing and riding the bus. Haha. I was astonished upon eyeing double-floored buses! Walang ganon sa 'Pinas ;p I also was surprised on how spacious the bus going to Singapore was. Parang eroplano! Hahaha. Dumbfounded.

Anyway, we were bringing lots of foods with us (we do expect a looooong trip)!
On the picture, Vanj was preparing our so-called lunch - Gardenia+Chiz Whiz & Soft drinks. By that time, everybody in the bus was (I guess) hungry already. The aroma of our food spread all over the vehicle, leaving them hungrier. (Nang-inggit daw ba?!)

The trip was amusing since Vanj and I had a great bonding time :) We had long talks while having more than 5 hours of 60 km/hr Palm Tree-viewing. (They do obey speed limits! I hardly believe that they love palm trees much.)

After having spontaneous larynx-waning conversations for hours, I unconsciously fell asleep. Vanj woke me up at around 5 PM for the Immigration check. Geek. I was too nervous that time. I bet I had an immigration-phobia (or whatever you may wish to call it) when we were apprehended by the Phil. Immigration (check my post “Left”).
Passing the check felt like heaven! I fortuitously shouted “walang DSWD! Woohoo!” – such a shame; they all looked at me (and laughed, of course).

Anyway, upon reaching Beach Street (around 6pm), we had our dollars and pesos changed to Singaporean dollars (1 Sing $ = P 34.something).
After which, we directly went on a shopping spree at Burgis Street. I was able to buy 18 key chains, 6 shirts, and a pair of lovable gold ballet flats a la crocs.

We stayed at Starbucks to wait for ate Joan, a cousin who works and lives at Singapore. She’ll be our acting tourist guide for our short stay ;)

We savored the city by having a lengthy walk toward the hotel we’ll be settling in (Hotel 81).
On a deeper note, I have observed that Singapore is such a busy place. I suddenly remembered an sms from a friend about ants. It kinda goes like this: “I wish we’ll be like ants.. busy searching for food yet stops and greets when another passes by.”
In Singapore, everything seems to be swift. Lifestyles appear to be very demanding. I tell you, their escalators were sooo speedy! Haha. Iba parin ang buhay Pinoy. May katamaran. :p



Anyway, we were able to check-in by 9 PM.

We missed ate Joan much that we slept by 2 AM. Too late lah :)

Sleepy and all, we managed to get up by 6 am to prep ourselves for our planned sightseeing. Btw, we all agreed to spend our time left (in Singapore) at Sentosa.

(Warning: Photo blogging ahead)

my super funny pose inside Sentosa's version of the Merlion :)

on the 21st century and still fond of the old camera trick

Upon seeing this pic, I've realized that this would be a better shot if there'd be somebody on the left side of the funny face. (Agree?) So, any volunteer? :)

i LOVE this site!

Esplanade, Theatres on the Bay

a.k.a. Durian ;p

To complete my Singaporean invasion.....

The Merlion! -sooooo Singapore :)