Places of Interest
Tucked away in the South-East is a tiny dot of landmass called Singapore known truly as a smelting pot of cultures and cusines. Food is veiwed as a national identity and in many ways a unifying cultural thread as well. Its no surprise that the World Gourmet Series kicks off amidst the tickling of palettes with festive spirits lighting the way. Encompassing a series...
Built in the 11th century, Besakih is the largest and most important temple amongst the local Balinese. With over 22 structures in its complex, the temple sits on the slopes of Mount Agung, a stratovolcano and is home to the Trinity shrines dedicated to the Gods Shiva, Brahma and Vishnu. Surviving the devastating volcanic eruption of the mountain it resides on in...
As always, the usual way one would opt to tour the Sydney Harbour is either by foot or by a short cruise. The option of a thrilling hair tossing ride on a jet boat rarely comes to mind! It’s the most exciting way to see the sights around the harbour with the wind in your hair and moments of sheer adrenaline rush when the jet boat makes signature sharp manoeuvres in...
Day or night, enjoy a bird’s eye view of the spectacular city of Sydney from the Sydney Tower Eye’s 360 degree panoramic visual exposure! Standing 250 metres (820 feet) above the city streets, Sydney Tower Eye’s Observation Deck is perfect for planning a day out around Sydney and understanding the intricate details of its cosmopolitan layout. With the Sydney...
Here I was on an ancient wonder patiently waiting for the last hour or so for the sun to show itself. Trying to find the best spot to catch this mystical twilight was a very indecisive decision on my part. I was always moving from one spot to another thinking maybe… just maybe… I could get a better shot when the fiery star begins to emerge. Booking a spot is...
By Rosemarie John – With a gifted hand and a huge heart, Gelyn Ong is a seven year old whose talent goes beyond words. Full of colour and life, Gelyn’s paintings adorns homes and organizations in Singapore as she donates her work to charity auctions, raising funds for humanitarian causes both on the island and abroad. Raising close to $100,000 for charity...
By Rosemarie John – As the island rapidly develops into a modern metropolitan city beyond expectations, Singapore is losing or rather forgetting many of its old traditional ways and places that oozes in ancestral culture. Competing with the rest of the world, one can’t help but progress towards the future without sacrificing the rustic charm every now and...
The island of Singapore is filled with events all year through and one of the many interesting events that took place is the Wine Fiesta Singapore 2011. Held from 28 to 30th October, The Straits Wine Company in partnership with the Development Bank of Singapore (DBS) showcased over 50 winemakers and over 200 wine selections. Taking place at the Custom’s House...
By Rosemarie John – A spell-binding performance, the ‘Kecak‘ or in some instances, the Ramayana Monkey Chant combined with a Fire Dance keeps you engaged and asking for more, making a visit to Uluwatu a must when you visit Bali. Staged in an ancient Roman like open-air amphitheatre atop a cliff, the Kecak performance tells a tale and depicts a battle scene from...
By Rosemarie John – With Singapore being a synonym for food-adventures these days, the island is booming in up and coming new and trendy restaurants. As more eating spaces appear, the demand for enthusiastic chefs increase each day. It isn’t a strange occurrence to find new eateries opening up every week on the island. Culinary schools have also found an...