Category Archives: Travel

Joondalup Lake is a Cherished Place in My Heart (Neil Hawkins Park)

Posted on May 20, 2022 by bookjunkie

My uncle always tells me about how he loves to take a walk by the Joondalup Lake, so I have been yearning to see the place in person. My sweet cousin drove us there and it was even more lovely … Continue reading →

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Manifesting Works: First Trip in 3 Years

Posted on May 19, 2022 by bookjunkie

Been meaning to blog about my first trip out of Singapore in 3 years and 3 months, but have felt too overwhelmed by the weather differences to commence writing. The average temperature in Perth and Western Australia was around 11 … Continue reading →

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Travelling Out Of Singapore During the Pandemic – Which Countries Welcome Us

Posted on March 14, 2022 by bookjunkie

Since I’m manifesting travel, I decided to find out more about which countries we are actually allowed to travel to right now from Singapore. This is what I found on the Singapore Airlines website. So I guess these are some … Continue reading →

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Miss Travel So Much

Posted on March 10, 2022 by bookjunkie

My father instilled in me a love for travel and some of my best memories are of car rides to Malaysia with him in the seventies. After I lost him suddenly, I was plagued with situational claustrophobia and panic attacks. … Continue reading →

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Sydney Trip (Blue Mountains): The Greens of Leura

Posted on April 25, 2016 by bookjunkie

The Greens of Leura is one of the most fairytale like places we’ve stayed with a canopy bed and the most beautiful lounge area with the best teas and biscuits. There was also Sherry and it was so cosy you … Continue reading →

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Sydney Trip: Magical Luera

Posted on April 18, 2016 by bookjunkie

The train journey was worth it once we reached the magical misty charming town of Luera. I think one of the loveliest places in the Blue Mountains and Australia. We experienced the full beauty of nature and small town charm … Continue reading →

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Sydney Trip: Trains to the Blue Mountains

Posted on April 17, 2016 by bookjunkie

It was rather tiring lugging bags after a red eye flight from Singapore to Sydney and then hopping on to two trains to get to the Blue Mountains. From the Airport to the Central Station and then from the Central … Continue reading →

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What I Miss & Don’t Miss About Travel

Posted on April 17, 2016 by bookjunkie

7 Things I Miss 1. Those amazing massages at spas that cost a fraction of what is charged in Singapore. 2. Just a new refreshing scene rather than the same old. 3. Immersing yourself in a new culture, learning and … Continue reading →

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King’s Park & Botanic Gardens

Posted on April 11, 2016 by bookjunkie

Besides the beach and Freemantle Market, King’s Park is another place I’m so glad I got to see. Wanted to have a drink at one of the cafes, but it was surprisingly even more crowded than Singapore being a Sunday. … Continue reading →

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Exploring Freemantle Market in Perth

Posted on April 3, 2016 by bookjunkie

It’s always lovely to explore markets with fresh produce and other freshly made snacks. Taking half a day to explore the markets was well worth the effort. There’s a direct train from the city. Just an half hour train ride … Continue reading →

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