I decided to visit South East Asia this year . We flew in from Canada to Singapore for around $800 CAD with one transit . There are not many direct flights and Singapore is a good hub for flying in . It was one of my favourite stops on this trip and I would visit it again . Accommodation We stayed at the Sheraton near Orchard Road ( shopping street of Singapore) . It was a beautiful hotel and near…
One of our friends recommended we visit a buffet while at Singapore. I was a bit skeptical . I am usually not a fan of buffets . However we decided to give buffets a try and went to Edge for their lunch buffet . Edge is one of the restaurants in the Pan Pacific Hotel . Make reservations. The spread at the buffet is incredible. It is set up beautifully and is very diverse. Usually the food made in mass…
My round trip flight from Toronto to Singapore had a transit in San Francisco. On the way to Singapore I had no issues going through security and even had some time to spend in the United Lounge . The United Lounge has good white wine . Only one type but decent. Food is blah but that is typical of most airport lounges . On my way back from Singapore I had the most horrible experience of any airport I have…
I just came back from my trip to Singapore and one of my biggest disappointment was the food at Hawker Centers . I became aware of the Singapore Hawker Centers after watching Anthony Bourdain ‘s Layover show on Singapore. These are the Hawker Centers I Visited: 1. Newton Hawker Center ( close to my hotel ) 2. Tanglin Halt Food Center ( recommended by Bourdain) 3. Tekka Center – Little India ( one of the food stalls here is highlighted…
If you only had time to do one activity in Singapore pick visiting the Super grove trees at night time . If you are able to visit it after midnight it will be a lot more peaceful . The tree areas are open from 5 am to 2 am . The skybridge will be closed after 9 pm but that doesn’t take away from the experience of vising the trees at night time ! At night time the trees are…
On my quest to see Fall Colours I discovered Evergreen Brickworks ! This is an old factory that has been converted into a flower store , restaurant and an area for farmers market and other sort of markets . It is also the start of a trail for hiking. The hiking trails are beautiful . The level of hiking is easy . Right beside the old factory building is a series of ponds with fish . Great place to take…
I was planning a second weekend to Algoquin to see the Fall colours but couldn’t make it. So I decided to see if I can figure where do I go within the city ( Toronto) to see Fall colours in middle of October . Found this article online about places to see Fall colours in Toronto. I have picked Don Valley to see the Fall colours this year. Some of the recommended areas in Don Valley: Crother’s Woods – I…
North Of Brooklyn Pizzeria I had a chance to visit North Of Brooklyn Pizzeria this week . Based on the decor and setup I had high hopes for the Pizza and it turned out to be a disappointment. If you are going there for Pizza – skip it . It is nothing special. The decor and vibe is good if you are looking for a night out drinking ! I am still looking for a good pizza spot in Toronto!
I have family living in upstate New York . Specifically Corning, New York . We decided to visit them one weekend from Toronto. I was blown away by how picturesque and well maintained the town is ! The buildings are old and well maintained, the surrounding areas are hillsides with trees, there are many good food options and incredible hiking trails ! My family also made incredible meals for us – sourcing from the best places they have identified! We…
Until I had to visit Panama I didn’t realize the city had so many things to do ! My recommendations: 1. Visit Casco Viejo – This was my favourite place in the city ! This is where the city of Panama was located prior to its current location. The area consist of buildings close together with narrow streets . Very similar to Gothic Quarter in Barcelona . The architecture is similar to the buildings in New Orleans. It is full…