Tag Archives: Beach

My Childhood: The Beach & What I Seek in Travel

Posted on September 30, 2022 by bookjunkie

As a child I didn’t have truly good memories of the beaches in Singapore. My sister and I often developed huge painful welts on our upper arms and always thought it was because we were allergic to sea water. We … Continue reading →

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Perth Trip Day 2: Magical Sunset Experience at Bunker Bay Beach

Posted on June 10, 2022 by bookjunkie

It was about a 10 minute walk from our beautiful hotel chalet to the beach. I’m so glad we didn’t miss this as I found it so utterly refreshing. The feel of the soft sand and the reviving sounds of … Continue reading →

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At the Beach: Outside East Coast Lagoon Hawker Centre

Posted on June 10, 2015 by bookjunkie

We just needed a day to gaze at the sea.

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Another Lovely Day at Parkland Green

Posted on March 3, 2015 by bookjunkie

What I love about Singapore is that when they do something well, they really do it well. I just adore Parkland Green. Such a nice place to relax and I can’t wait for the East Coast Park renovation to the … Continue reading →

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New Space to Relax: Lovely Parkland Green

Posted on January 20, 2015 by bookjunkie

I had no idea that Parkland Green existed till B suggested we go there. Parts of it hardly looked like Singapore. I loved the section of trees that in a distance made me feel like I was transported to a … Continue reading →

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Beach Day: East Coast

Posted on June 24, 2014 by bookjunkie

It’s been hard getting back into the swing of things but I figure short and sweet posts are better than radio silence. My life has been blessed though with angelic nieces who bring more joy than I could imagine. I … Continue reading →

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Beach Day

Posted on June 16, 2014 by bookjunkie

Back to Changi beach and before that a relaxing brunch at Jacob’s Cafe. If it wasn’t so blazing hot I wouldn’t mind swimming here. Wish most days could be cool and drizzly, although I know not many people share this … Continue reading →

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East Coast Beach Rather than a Mall

Posted on March 4, 2013 by bookjunkie

Had satay at East Coast Lagoon Beach and then walked to this area where we watched people on water skis at the artificial lake. The ships at sea are always a captivating sight and in that way our Singapore beaches … Continue reading →

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Storm Clouds Gathered at East Coast Beach

Posted on October 25, 2012 by bookjunkie

A stormy day at East Coast Beach. The sky threatened, but we did not let it keep us away till fat droplets hit our faces. Warm rain is not strange to us here. And somehow. If you didn’t tell me … Continue reading →

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Longing for a Luxury Holiday in Bintan

Posted on October 22, 2012 by bookjunkie

Took a trip down memory lane instead. I’m old enough to not be embarrassed to say I hate roughing it out. Done it before in my early twenties. Happily even. On spartan bunk beds. My good friend E will remember. … Continue reading →

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Suri Cruise Skips in the Sand in Heels

Posted on May 31, 2011 by bookjunkie

Only Suri Cruise can skip in the sand in heels. Even if you asked me now, I couldn’t do it. I worry about her ankles, but I must admit that I am mesmerized by this celebrity tot. Loving that pink … Continue reading →

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Uniquely Singapore Beaches

Posted on April 26, 2011 by bookjunkie

I think this is the few places on earth where you can spot huge ships and tankers at the beach. Not so good for swimming, but it’s quite a glorious sight from a distance. All those coconut trees at East … Continue reading →

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East Coast Beach on a Super Hot Day

Posted on April 25, 2011 by bookjunkie

I have countless photos of trees. Love em. One of our many ‘do not’ signs. I can’t ride a bike, so this looks like a good way to travel to me. Like the shade factor too. Love the yellow of … Continue reading →

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Bliss: An Empty Beach Early in the Morning

Posted on December 6, 2010 by bookjunkie

Decided to dig up some old photos from last year of Changi Beach which is definitely my favourite beach in Singapore. The best time to go to the beach is as early as possible in the morning, before it gets … Continue reading →

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Sembawang Beach: Sand, Grass, Trees and Birds

Posted on October 14, 2010 by bookjunkie

Some green to soothe tired eyes. That’s Malaysia across the water! An old man was throwing bread to the birds and they were very satisfied.

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Sembawang Beach: Cute Kids Edition

Posted on October 14, 2010 by bookjunkie
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Changi Beach: Sea, Sand, Trees and Planes

Posted on October 14, 2010 by bookjunkie

Macro shot of pretty weeds. This is as close as we will get to Autumn leaves. Powdery sand. It’s hard to believe there are hundreds of people on that contraption in the sky or that I sat in one a … Continue reading →

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Changi Beach: Cute Kids Edition

Posted on October 14, 2010 by bookjunkie

Children don’t need a lot to have fun. They see the magic in the tiniest little things, and my main purpose of blogging is to rediscover that sense of wonder.

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Singapore Daily Photos: East Coast Park Just Before the Rain

Posted on September 30, 2010 by bookjunkie
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Bintan: Just a Ferry Ride Away

Posted on July 15, 2010 by bookjunkie

Sometimes you just don’t feel like taking another flight, but you really need a short break to invigorate your soul.  That’s when we decided to go to Bintan, a beautiful Indonesian Island, which is just a 45 minute ferry ride … Continue reading →

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#48. Changi Beach: A Quiet Escape

Posted on July 12, 2010 by bookjunkie

Walls ice-cream recently conducted a survey of 200 people in the their 20s and 30s who rated East Coast Park their happiest spot followed by Sentosa and then their own homes came in third.  I couldn’t help thinking, what about … Continue reading →

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#17. From a Tiny Island to a tinier island – Sentosa for a Staycation

Posted on May 19, 2010 by bookjunkie

It may be a man made beach with imported sand, but I’ll take it. Give me a clean beach any day. I had a glorious time staying at the Shangri-la hotel in Sentosa. A great happy staycation with the family. … Continue reading →

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