Almost a century ago, the port of Singapore (then known as Nanyang) was bustle with activity as boats from faraway places arrived here bringing people from different walks of life, all around the world in search of their hopes for…
Hotel Review: Village Katong (Katong V) Hotel
Peranakans and Peranakan culture is unique to South East Asia. Inter-marriages of Chinese and Malays, this ethnic group leaves a special mark in my heart; largely because my paternal ancestors were Straits-born Peranakans. Growing up, I often wonder why my…
A new hotel opens its doors in the corridor of Singapore’s Peranakan Heritage
The landscape in the midst of the famous shophouse corridors in Katong seems untouched, but in there lies a new gem to be found. Village Hotel Katong, also known as Katong opens its doors on 06 November 2013, the newest…
Smoking in non-smoking rooms? Come on!
I always have restricted myself from coming up to Genting Highlands. There are many reasons I love coming up here, but there is only one reason i hate coming up here. And that is : Cigarette smoke. Don’t get me…
Hotels or Vacation Rentals?
The idea of “When in Rome, do as the Romans do” is pretty exciting to me when it comes to accommodation overseas when I am on vacation or on a trip like this. That is one of the reasons when…
Airbnb Review: Eriko’s Apartment in Wakiki, Hawaii
What attracted me to select Eriko’s apartment were 2 factors: price and views. Going to Hawaii is already expensive (due to the air ticket) and staying in Hawaii is not a cheap affair either. Although you can spend really good…