Early morning for us! Picked up at 5:30 AM ….over an hour run to the airport in Phuket from Karon Beach. During rush hour traffic, it is a three hour run.
Our flight is with Air Asia. Read some negative reviews. None from me! The plane looks brand new and very friendly staff. Smooth two hour flight and now we are in Singapore.
Singapore airport is spotlessly clean, and so well laid out. As per our rule…no checked baggage. Fast and simple process to clear through Customs. The taxi drivers are clean cut and no scammers in sight….not like those we dealt with in Bangkok. $24.00 later we arrive at our hotel at Clarke Quay.
Holiday Inn Express in Clarke Quay is lovely. Beautiful lobby, friendly staff and speedy check-in. Our room is small, with the most comfortable bed we have had so far on this trip to Asia.
Location ! Location! Clarke Quay is a fabulous area. Close to several metro stops and by the Singapore River. Our first walk is around the river area. Tons of restaurants and bars along the waterfront. Quiet by day….active by night.
This evening we decide to go Italian. Loved our Thai food. Now,time for a change. Ricciotti Restaurant , nice classy spot by the riverfront. Loved our pasta and fabulous wine. Tomorrow, off to see the city!
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My great grandfather was Bishop of Singapore, so I love visiting – every time I go, it changes so much. Glad you enjoyed it 🙂
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That’s great that your Great Grandfather was a bishop. It was a great place to visit.
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It’s my dream to visit Singapore someday. Glad you had a good start there with the variety of delicious, quality food!
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Yes it was an interesting site to see. Hoping to get back to traveling again soon.
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Haha, the second paragraph made me laugh😂 Every airline company gets tons of negative reviews no matter how they did try their best. Enjoy your time in Singapore dear🎉
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Thanks for stopping by..yes most airlines are great 👍
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I lived in Singapore in 2007, there were a lot of changes since then.
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We were there twice ..different than last visit..But it was a great place to see.
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A new part of the world for me – Thanks!
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A great place to visit….once this pandemic ends..will be so great to get back in the air again.
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Amazing photos and article, thank you for sharing with us these great facts!
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Wow! Singapore. I like this city😄
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Enjoy your time in Singapore.. a favourite destination of mine.
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Thanks! Love it here.
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Thanks! So much to do and see.
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Singapore is one of my favorite travel destinations ♥️ thanks for sharing these beside images!
Have a wonderful day 😊
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Thanks !
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