On my most recent visit to Singapore, a stay at the Amoy Hotel was not in my plans. In fact I had never even heard of this Amoy Hotel. I only had eyes (and a reservation confirmation) for the famous Marina Bay Sands hotel. I had been seduced by photos of the grand and unique looking… Read more
A chance to visit Singapore for the second time?? I’LL TAKE IT! This past December, as part of my birthday trip, I decided to include Singapore in my itinerary. The choice was partially made on convenience as Singapore was a good hub for other stops I planned in Asia. But I was also excited to see… Read more
With just a few more hours remaining in 2017 it is time to reflect on where I’ve been and what I have accomplished for the last 365 days. I am typing this Travel Review from my comfy couch, wrapped up in a blanket with a hot cup of coffee by my side. (OK – I live… Read more
There were many different inspirations for my trip to Singapore earlier this year. Probably the most obvious reason, to check out the Formula 1 races. Then there was the chance to experience a new country. Even though I am guilty of being a serial traveler (I’ve completely lost count of how many times I’ve visited London… Read more
Before I get started with this latest post, I have to say one thing about where I’m posting from. Normally I’m sitting at my kitchen table and if I’m lucky I’m posting from a café or a hotel in a foreign country, but this is the first post I’ve done from the air. Not just written… Read more
OK, everyone…raise your right hand and repeat after me. “I Promise, when I visit Singapore, that I will visit the Marina Bay Botanical Gardens”. OK good…as you were. Now you may be saying, I don’t care about a bunch of flowers. I’d much rather (instert activity from the following list) check out the night clubs, … Read more
Last month I visited fascinating Singapore for the first time and saw my first (and definitely not my last) Formula 1 race. It had been nearly 9 months since my last “first time in a new city” experience and I loved the excitement that comes with scouring maps, learning new subway stops, figuring out conversion rates and finding… Read more
Ever travel to a foreign country just to meet someone from your hometown? Last year I headed to a travel blogger’s conference in Dublin where I struck up a conversation a woman who was also there from Los Angeles. (This is when someone usually utters the requisite “what a small world” comment.) We decided to meet… Read more