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Cool Stuff at the Chinatown Visitor Centre

Posted on January 23, 2015 by bookjunkie

It’s fun to look at trinkets that tourists might buy. I thought that the souvenirs sold at the Chinatown tourist office (next to the Chinatown Complex/Market/hawker centre) were pretty neat.

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Only in Chinatown: Uniquely Singapore Gift Ideas

Posted on December 30, 2011 by bookjunkie

When I travel I love tourist souvenirs but in my own country they seem cheesy. But once again blogging made me take a second look. I wonder what Steve Jobs would think of these T shirts? I’m loving the creativity. … Continue reading →

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Orchard Road Christmas Decorations and my thoughts about Crowds

Posted on December 9, 2011 by bookjunkie

There was this changing light that provided entertainment as you’re stuck at the traffic junction. The scene is constantly changing and nothing stays still in Singapore. It’s hard to even stop a while and it seems like if you don’t … Continue reading →

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Sand Dune Accident in Lancelin

Posted on July 25, 2011 by bookjunkie

I was shocked when I read about the serious injuries resulting from an adventure bus that overturned during a Sand Dune ride in Lancelin which is a small coastal town, north of Perth. I have gone on a similar ride … Continue reading →

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Shots – a Cafe on Ann Siang Hill

Posted on July 25, 2011 by bookjunkie

I previously thought the barista at this place were a tad glum and snooty but this time there were new baristas and they were so nice.  I really do appreciate humble, down to earth people – they don’t get enough … Continue reading →

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Sri Mariamman Temple at South Bridge Road

Posted on July 24, 2011 by bookjunkie

I am not sure whether I have ever been inside this Hindu temple, but the carvings always intrigue me. Usually temple artists from India are commissioned to create the sculptures and they are always done by hand. There were several … Continue reading →

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Little India: Wonderful Chaos & a Riot of Colours

Posted on July 22, 2011 by bookjunkie

There’s always something to see at Little India.  I would definitely recommend that you come here if you’ve never been to Asia and are on a stop-over flight.  Just spend an hour walking along the little streets.  And bring your … Continue reading →

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Sentosa is a Hit

Posted on April 7, 2011 by bookjunkie

I remember a time when everyone thought (myself included) that Sentosa was lame and boring. Who would have thought that years later it is now our hottest attraction, mainly due to Universal Studios Singapore and Resorts World. It’s an absolute … Continue reading →

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Tourists Adore Our Arab Street District

Posted on March 24, 2011 by bookjunkie

Tourist seems to love Arab Street which is the Malay cultural district in Singapore also known as Kampong Glam, and I can see why. It’s such a lovely place to just be. We have Little India and Chinatown, but somehow … Continue reading →

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Tourists May Be More Intimately Acquainted with our History than we are

Posted on February 24, 2011 by bookjunkie

I am quite bashful to admit that I am not as proficient as tourists armed with a guide book and internet research may be, when it comes to our little historical tidbits. For one thing I only discovered more about … 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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Singapore’s Chinatown: Just Before Chinese New Year

Posted on January 31, 2011 by bookjunkie

I love that it’s been raining and raining. The temperature feels just perfect to me, at around 26 degrees celsius. I wish it could stay like this forever! Although (being too picky now) I would like a little sunshine once … Continue reading →

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Chinatown: Tourists Being Taken for a Ride

Posted on January 3, 2011 by bookjunkie

I heard a jewellry shop owner calling out to tourists – “Pearls for you? Have a look – no pressure” .  In my mind I was rolling my eyes – no pressure – right! Poor tourists always get taken for … Continue reading →

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