Tag Archives: Esplanade

Singapore’s So Pretty at Night

Posted on March 18, 2015 by bookjunkie

Even with blurry hurriedly taken photos through a moving car window. Most people say the Esplanade reminds them of the eyes of a fly or a durian. I think the former.

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River Hongbao 2013: Sticky & Hot at the Floating Platform

Posted on February 15, 2013 by bookjunkie

It’s like a tradition of ours to check out the Chinese New Year display at the Marina Bay Floating Platform near the Esplanade. Last year it was scorching hot and even though it’s been raining it was still super hot … Continue reading →

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Walking from Esplanade MRT to Purvis Street

Posted on June 9, 2012 by bookjunkie

I have no sense of direction, so I’m so thankful for google maps. However when I got off Esplanade MRT at Exit F, I breathed a sigh of relief. Raffles Hotel which is the first landmark was right before me … Continue reading →

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The Esplanade from Marina Square Shopping Centre

Posted on July 30, 2011 by bookjunkie

There is quite an odd looking fountain structure here. There was a bit of road closure today due to the National Day Parade. I spotted attendees in red taking the MRT from Promenade Station.

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CNY 2011: Chinese Festival of Arts at The Esplanade

Posted on February 1, 2011 by bookjunkie

Cascading Red is something you must see.  The art installation caught my eye immediately. It looks like red powder from a distance and it was astounding to discover that it was in fact very fine red spools of thread. As … Continue reading →

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River Hong Bao 2011 is Awesome (Head to the Float at Marina Bay)

Posted on February 1, 2011 by bookjunkie

As we drove past The Esplanade we were quite dismayed as it seemed like there was nothing to see, but when we walked towards the area after parking, I was thrilled at the sight before me.  River Hong Bao 2011 … Continue reading →

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Rum & Raisin Ice Cream on a Waffle

Posted on December 11, 2010 by bookjunkie

The waiter who served us at Haagen Dazs at the Esplanade was so polite and professional. The 1 scoop of ice cream on a waffle was expensive though at S$10 but you do get great service and your glass of … Continue reading →

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Walking to Marina Bay Sands Through The Helix Bridge

Posted on November 28, 2010 by bookjunkie

Because the parking is an exhorbitant S$26 a day, many people chose to walk here instead.  The nearest MRT is Promenade which is at Millenia Walk or if you’re at The Esplanade you could just walk here from Glutton’s Bay, … Continue reading →

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Underground Mall at Esplanade Xchange

Posted on November 8, 2010 by bookjunkie

Just decided to do a lazy photo tour of the new link from Raffles City that I’m seeing for the first time. It’s called the Esplanade Xchange and the new link from City Hall MRT to Suntec City is called … Continue reading →

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My Favourite Scenic Route in Singapore

Posted on July 31, 2010 by bookjunkie

My favourite highway or drive is the one which passes Marina Bay Sands and the Esplanade – so pretty. The best scenic route on a lazy day.

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The Esplanade

Posted on September 29, 2006 by bookjunkie

Powder pink and mint green silk cloths billowing in the wind add to the theatrical atmosphere. Great view from inside the library. Unfortunately I could not capture this due to the no-photography sign posted outside. The library with the most … Continue reading →

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