Singapore Slings

I woke up for our flight after a 4-hour sleep. It was Easter Sunday. Despite the fact that I travel to Jakarta on a regular basis, I still couldn't shake off the excitement. For me, traveling would always feel surreal. The fact that you are going outside your country is a very big thing for me. Stepping out to another 'world' is what I feel everytime I get off the aircraft.

Anyway, dad and I got through immigration and check-in pretty quickly (we had a special line, hehe). We stayed for a while in the lounge and ate breakfast. Dad said not to eat too much because the stewardess would keep on asking me if I would like another roll or more coffee.

Anyway, highlights on board the Boeing 777-200:

• My compartment was nearly empty. Because of the fact that it is a holiday and it's the first flight to Singapore. Too early.
• Because of this, the ratio of passenger to stewardess was 2:1. I felt so pampered. She kept refilling my cup with cappuccino and my glass with apple spritzer. Rolls never ran out. She would come back with the basket and I was so full of bread I tasted every variety they had.
• I had belgian waffles for breakfast...yum yum yum... There goes my weight!
• I watched RENT (thank God for Wisemen... you can pause, ff or rewind your movie) and cried at certain parts... it was great. I wouldn't know if the broadway was better.
• My skin then decided to let go of the burnt layer on my upper arms[i love you, Boracay]. I had to go to the lavatory twice to apply moisturizers. sidenote: I noticed the tan/bronze look 2 days after I went home.
• I missed Pagong. I had to check him in with the luggage...
• When we disembarked, I thanked the stewardess for taking such good care of me.

I love Changi Airport! The carpet...the walkalator... the shops [duty free and GST free!]... the lounge was perfect. All the Evian, Haagen Dazs and Lindt you can gobble. Dad and I opted to get out of the airport and go downtown first.

To say that dad treated me like a princess while we were in downtown Singapore was uber understatement. These were the highlights of our 6-hour escapade in Orchard Road:::

• We took the MRT going downtown. It was fast, convenient and smooth. It's easier to travel using MRT rather than take a taxi or bus.
• Orchard road was full of Pinay DHs... since it's Easter Sunday, they all have time-off
• Dad said that most Pinays have Bangladeshi or Indian boyfriends... it's kinda complicated
• Orchard road was also full of hot chinitos...damn...I'm in heaven.
• Lyn Ching was there, doing a segment for some show. Dad and I tried to get close to her so we can be included! Haha, we have star complex!
• Dad bought me iPod video... I swear I will take care of it to the fullest of my abilities. The guy there, Mark, who helped us, is sooooo cute!
• Takashimaya is my favorite mall. They have the largest Kinokuniya in Southeast Asia...they also have designer boutiques.
• We bought Mom's wallet at Braun Buffel. I think we had a discount.
• Gucci was on sale! Haha, like I'd buy from that store and get out in one piece!
• The Bvlgari handbag that I wanted was the last piece. Hahaha
• Dad and I ate at McDo. They had more types of burgers and meals than in Manila!
• We went to Kinokuniya to collect the books that my sister ordered. I love this place so much!
• At Paragon, I bought a nice black skirt. Can't wait to wear it.
• Dad was such a gentleman. He carried everything we bought!
• In the late afternoon, it rained very hard. We were glad we were inside the building.
• We got back to the airport using MRT again.
• We ate dinner at Jade Palace. Food was good!
• I swear the 2 guys who sat beside us are gay. One Singaporean-Chinese and a Caucasian. I heard a bit of their flirting.
• Dad and I went around Changi, checking out the shops. Bought perfume for mom. Dad has a discount card and was able to purchase mom's Lanvin 10% off.
• During our way to the gate, a kid riding the pushcart fell when they exited the walkalator [the walkalator had an elevation and I guess the kid got off-balanced]. It caused a pile-up and dad and I had to walk backwards to avoid joining the pile-up. The kid was not hurt badly; I think it was just shock. Several foreigners helped them.

Dad and I took the last flight to Jakarta and it was only an hour. I spent the flight watching Scrubs, Will & Grace and a bit of the Simpsons. Dinner was shrimp and mocha pudding. I also had a first taste of champagne. I think I had 2 glasses. I was totally buzzed.

Anyway, the next entry will be my first few days in Jakarta.

Oh, yeah, wala pa pala akong Bora entry!

Later.