why do I always make people fall in love? I dont know. maybe I am too full of myself. but that is what I feel and I know. sigh. I dont see what is so good about me. MAYBE I am nice and know-it-all but that does not explain it. sigh.
anyway went to drink with Alan and Jodin. felt like I forced them out to drink. Jodin has an exam later in the morning. and Alan has something for me to sign. sigh. Had a good time though. met yuting and some other SU peeps...
hmm. later at night going to fly to Narita. Going to go out into the city. No matter what. Hopefully the cherry blossoms blossom by that time. want to go to Ramon Temple. hmm. been a year since. sigh.
Good Night Singapore.
Saturday, March 31, 2012
Thursday, March 29, 2012
Back from Beijing.
“分手，只需要一个人同意，但［在一起］可是需要两个人同时的认可才能作数。恋爱就是要这么不肯定才有趣，不是吗？” － 九把刀
“如果早就知道一定会分手，为什么还要这么早谈恋爱？这样不是很没有意义？” － 沈佳仪
“你一定会死，那你为什么不现在就死一死？” － 柯景騰
“这根本就是不一样的东西，你真的很幼稚。” －沈佳仪叹气
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just back from Beijing today. The 4th time in 6 months. not too bad. just that, to have 2 meal services in 5 hours 40 mins is a little tad crazy. Oh wells.
This time the hotel is near to the Beijing National Stadium a.k.a Bird's Nest. So I made it a point to visit it. I took a stroll of the Olympic Village. It is the biggest in the history of all the Olympic venues. Nearly 12 kilometers long. Water Cube. Olympic Torch Even the wall with all the names of the competitors. Nice. :)
Lets not talk about the other tourists. Just a point to note, I think China tour for Chinese National is big business.
All rights. My lastest book is in! My order from booksdepository has arrrived! The long awaited "Dance with the Dragons". :)
Nights Singapore.
“如果早就知道一定会分手，为什么还要这么早谈恋爱？这样不是很没有意义？” － 沈佳仪
“你一定会死，那你为什么不现在就死一死？” － 柯景騰
“这根本就是不一样的东西，你真的很幼稚。” －沈佳仪叹气
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just back from Beijing today. The 4th time in 6 months. not too bad. just that, to have 2 meal services in 5 hours 40 mins is a little tad crazy. Oh wells.
This time the hotel is near to the Beijing National Stadium a.k.a Bird's Nest. So I made it a point to visit it. I took a stroll of the Olympic Village. It is the biggest in the history of all the Olympic venues. Nearly 12 kilometers long. Water Cube. Olympic Torch Even the wall with all the names of the competitors. Nice. :)
Lets not talk about the other tourists. Just a point to note, I think China tour for Chinese National is big business.
All rights. My lastest book is in! My order from booksdepository has arrrived! The long awaited "Dance with the Dragons". :)
Nights Singapore.
Tuesday, March 27, 2012
但不是。
全世界的人都觉得我是因为有了新欢所以弃了旧爱。连你也是。
但不是。
连你也不了解，我想世界上真的没有人了解了。现在的我是很喜欢我的工作。回到家，就想待在家。真的觉得我对女人越来越没有感觉。觉得女人是很麻烦的事。对。我是没有可能变同性恋的。可是对我有意思的女生都被我拒在千里之外。就是不想有麻烦事。嗨。越来越多同事觉得我是不是喜欢男生的。被问了好多次。哈。真的没有乱来。没有另外个她。
我不是在后悔当初。只恨自己处理的很不好，非常的烂。
那天我在外，不知为何有种莫名的感觉，抬起头。看到了她的好友，很想上前打声招呼。可是却在最后的几秒，选择擦肩而过。不知道为什么。想了想，也不知道要说什么。
对每个人都好也是一种错吗？我就是这样。对每个人都百分百。有位朋友跟我说：“你是个很好的朋友。可是我很希望你成为一个好情人。“
”在朋友的角色你真的做到满分了！身为你真的朋友的我当然也希望你能在将来，在情人的角色也会是一样完美。“
每次看到的都是你。八个月了，还是你。起飞和降落时也是你。全都是你。
但不是。
连你也不了解，我想世界上真的没有人了解了。现在的我是很喜欢我的工作。回到家，就想待在家。真的觉得我对女人越来越没有感觉。觉得女人是很麻烦的事。对。我是没有可能变同性恋的。可是对我有意思的女生都被我拒在千里之外。就是不想有麻烦事。嗨。越来越多同事觉得我是不是喜欢男生的。被问了好多次。哈。真的没有乱来。没有另外个她。
我不是在后悔当初。只恨自己处理的很不好，非常的烂。
那天我在外，不知为何有种莫名的感觉，抬起头。看到了她的好友，很想上前打声招呼。可是却在最后的几秒，选择擦肩而过。不知道为什么。想了想，也不知道要说什么。
对每个人都好也是一种错吗？我就是这样。对每个人都百分百。有位朋友跟我说：“你是个很好的朋友。可是我很希望你成为一个好情人。“
”在朋友的角色你真的做到满分了！身为你真的朋友的我当然也希望你能在将来，在情人的角色也会是一样完美。“
每次看到的都是你。八个月了，还是你。起飞和降落时也是你。全都是你。
Friday, March 23, 2012
火柴。
刚刚听了一句话。“我做了四十年的成功人士。如果接下来的四十年还是做同样的东西，不就是浪费人生吗？” “我可以用我短短的生命去成功两次，我不是算有了两个人生吗？”
我只是想要把我的短短的生命，象火柴一样，发光发热。就是那么的简单。
我只是想要把我的短短的生命，象火柴一样，发光发热。就是那么的简单。
View From The Top
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/View_from_the_Top
View from the Top is a 2003 romantic comedy film about a young woman from a small town who sets out to fulfill her dream of becoming a flight attendant. The film was directed by Bruno Barreto, and stars Gwyneth Paltrow, Christina Applegate, and Mark Ruffalo.
A movie that I came across when I was in Mumbai. At first I was interested because it was a film about being a flight attendant. As the movie play out, I laugh as I was about to relate to how close the things were like, from the dreams, interview, training, days as a flying crew, life in out station. Slowly and surely, I felt a connection. I realized how similar it was like. Had a lot of thoughts.
Came back to Singapore and decided to watch the movie again. This time I realized more things. There were a lot of lines that struck a chord with me. Donna Jensen felt that no one can tell her that she has or has not seen enough. Even though she knows that Ted loves her and she him. Of course end of the day, as most of the romantic comedies go, both the leads went back together. But the fact is, can real life be the same? And end of the movie, she was not doing what she set out to do, it was different. She was back in Cleveland, her "big waiting room".
The point is she went ahead to do what she wanted to do or get done. If she had not gone ahead to do it, there will also be the regret right? It is not that it is not worth the fight. Just not yet.
Anyway, I think I still cannot fully express myself. Just watch the movie. Haas.
Nights Singapore.
View from the Top is a 2003 romantic comedy film about a young woman from a small town who sets out to fulfill her dream of becoming a flight attendant. The film was directed by Bruno Barreto, and stars Gwyneth Paltrow, Christina Applegate, and Mark Ruffalo.
A movie that I came across when I was in Mumbai. At first I was interested because it was a film about being a flight attendant. As the movie play out, I laugh as I was about to relate to how close the things were like, from the dreams, interview, training, days as a flying crew, life in out station. Slowly and surely, I felt a connection. I realized how similar it was like. Had a lot of thoughts.
Came back to Singapore and decided to watch the movie again. This time I realized more things. There were a lot of lines that struck a chord with me. Donna Jensen felt that no one can tell her that she has or has not seen enough. Even though she knows that Ted loves her and she him. Of course end of the day, as most of the romantic comedies go, both the leads went back together. But the fact is, can real life be the same? And end of the movie, she was not doing what she set out to do, it was different. She was back in Cleveland, her "big waiting room".
The point is she went ahead to do what she wanted to do or get done. If she had not gone ahead to do it, there will also be the regret right? It is not that it is not worth the fight. Just not yet.
Anyway, I think I still cannot fully express myself. Just watch the movie. Haas.
Nights Singapore.
Thursday, March 22, 2012
转眼之间。
今天是我一身以来自己一人去喝酒。喝了一杯。大概一个小时吧。也不知道为什么那么久。可能是庆祝我度过工作的试用期吧。转眼之间，过了六个月。真快。来也匆匆，去也冲冲。说真的， 我很喜欢我的工作。每天都可以看到人与人之间的相处。人是很奇妙的动物。明天要飞去澳洲了。明天是新的一天。鼓起勇气，勇往直前。
晚安了，我美丽的小岛。
晚安了，我美丽的小岛。
Wednesday, March 21, 2012
For all those born in 70's and 80's
Read this post. Love it so much!
We are the last generation that learnt to play in the street, we are the first who've played video games, see cartoons in color and went to the amusement parks. We were the last to record songs of the radio on cassettes and we are the pioneers of walkmans and chatrooms... We learned how to program the VCR before anyone else, play with the Atari. Super Nintendo and believed the the Internet would be a free world all on a 56kbit modem. Traveled in cars without seat belts or air-bags and lived without cell phones. Rode bicycles down the road without brakes. We never had phones but still kept in touch. We do not have Playstation, 99 television stations, flat screens, surround sound, mp3s, iPods, computers and broadband... but nevertheless we had a GREAT time.
We are the last generation that learnt to play in the street, we are the first who've played video games, see cartoons in color and went to the amusement parks. We were the last to record songs of the radio on cassettes and we are the pioneers of walkmans and chatrooms... We learned how to program the VCR before anyone else, play with the Atari. Super Nintendo and believed the the Internet would be a free world all on a 56kbit modem. Traveled in cars without seat belts or air-bags and lived without cell phones. Rode bicycles down the road without brakes. We never had phones but still kept in touch. We do not have Playstation, 99 television stations, flat screens, surround sound, mp3s, iPods, computers and broadband... but nevertheless we had a GREAT time.
Monday, March 19, 2012
我真的什么都写在脸上吗？
今天有人问了我，最后一次交女朋友是几时。我没近过脑就，大概要一年了吧。回想起，真的有了度日如年的感觉。
之后我身边的人都觉得我怪怪的。还以为我哭了。才不是呢。我在工作时，那会感情用事？可是我真的什么都写在脸上吗？：（
之后我身边的人都觉得我怪怪的。还以为我哭了。才不是呢。我在工作时，那会感情用事？可是我真的什么都写在脸上吗？：（
Thursday, March 15, 2012
又不知道要表达什么了。
every time I re-read a book, i always discover something new or there will be new appreciation for something that is written.
我的脑海每次都充满了很多。。。东西；想法；看法。心里有许多感觉。可是往往当我要表达的时候，我都不知道从何开始。我觉得我是一个不喜欢麻烦的人。喜欢简简单单的过每一天。可是我又是一个把朋友放在第一位的人。有时真的有了矛盾的情况。我很像有很多朋友，其实是我认识很多人罢了。有时觉得一点的小空虚。又不知道要表达什么了。
有时觉得可以结婚生子，过小家庭的生活。夫妻两打理一间小档口，过日子。平凡是幸福嘛。可是往往想的很美。有每天的百分百感觉吗？有每天的百分百默契吗？
今天真的很累。
晚安。
我的脑海每次都充满了很多。。。东西；想法；看法。心里有许多感觉。可是往往当我要表达的时候，我都不知道从何开始。我觉得我是一个不喜欢麻烦的人。喜欢简简单单的过每一天。可是我又是一个把朋友放在第一位的人。有时真的有了矛盾的情况。我很像有很多朋友，其实是我认识很多人罢了。有时觉得一点的小空虚。又不知道要表达什么了。
有时觉得可以结婚生子，过小家庭的生活。夫妻两打理一间小档口，过日子。平凡是幸福嘛。可是往往想的很美。有每天的百分百感觉吗？有每天的百分百默契吗？
今天真的很累。
晚安。
Wednesday, March 14, 2012
”有缘千里来相会，无缘对面不相逢“
今天我想起有一个朋友问我：“你说因为现在不是时候。可是如果，三，五，十年后，你觉得时候到了，但是人已不在了。你要怎么办？到哪里在找那个人？“
我不知道。我的决定可能是错的。可能让我后悔一辈子。人生有很多的可能，或许和如果。可是就是没有重来。
都已经决定了，就潇洒一点吧。
”有缘千里来相会，无缘对面不相逢“
如果是真的有缘的话。
晚安。
我不知道。我的决定可能是错的。可能让我后悔一辈子。人生有很多的可能，或许和如果。可是就是没有重来。
都已经决定了，就潇洒一点吧。
”有缘千里来相会，无缘对面不相逢“
如果是真的有缘的话。
晚安。
Tuesday, March 06, 2012
i cant sing, I cant dance.
in this world, there are a lot of very talented people. really admire them. I cant dance, I cant sing. haas. a lot of things need the flare.
Saturday, March 03, 2012
伤心的理由
这个世界上只有伤心的理由，没有沉沦的借口。
再忙的人，他心里面也应该留一个空位给他的爱人。时间需要分配，爱何尝不是呢。
不论遇到什么伤心的事情，只要你振作起来，都可以重头再来，就怕你自暴自弃，消极沉沦。
我永远记得我当初是多么爱她。可是已经不能回头了。
再忙的人，他心里面也应该留一个空位给他的爱人。时间需要分配，爱何尝不是呢。
不论遇到什么伤心的事情，只要你振作起来，都可以重头再来，就怕你自暴自弃，消极沉沦。
我永远记得我当初是多么爱她。可是已经不能回头了。
Friday, March 02, 2012
Thursday, November 24, 2011
i can kind of put it in words...
I think i can kind of put it into words.
i was talking to my mummy last night. I think it is the pressure that i felt when you put me at the first and foremost. if you did not, i felt so. because i know for now, i cannot do that. i only know that now it is better for everyone to look into their future and do what they want to do. truly want to do. life is too short to be... for lack of a better word, restricted. yes. everyone always believed that they have some one or something to answer to, be it the system, parents etc. but that is not good enough. nobody can tell you who to be or what to do. yes. some may say, parents give birth to you, you have a responsibility. the system empowered you, enriched you, educated you, you have a responsibility. so when do you do something for yourself? I am not being a cynic or skeptic. to an extent, do what you must and do what you want. i am sure the people who gave birth wants their get to be what they can be or at the very least, happy. my mummy once told me this, "i can give birth to your body, but i cannot tell you what to do or what to think. you have to make your own decisions."
there was this conversation recently about a 40 years old friend who was sharing how he would not want to get into a relationship with a girl in her 20s. All the wants and needs are just too much.
there was this other conversation about how 2 different relationships were similar yet not the same.
1) An Asian girl in her early 20s dating a Caucasian male, also in his early 20s. Both of them are at a stage of their life, that they need to think about how they want their future to be like. Asian girl with her family and career. Caucasian male with a bright sporting career. Not mentioning that there is an ocean separating them, they know what they must do. yet it does not make it any less painful. Would had been better for them to meet 10 years later?
2) An Asian girl in her early 20s, falling in love with a Caucasian male in his 40s. The Asian girl studies at where the guy works. where ever he works at, which ever country he decided to stay, she follows. Of course it is difficult for the girl. but looking at it, the relationship has a better chance of flourishing, no? of course putting aside the gender. be it the former is a guy and the latter is a lady, would it be any different? So it is the better time to meet, if you want a happy ending?
a couple of years will go by, do you really want to sit and watch your life go by?
at these times and age, everyone have something that they want to do or accomplish. climb a mountain. build an empire. have a billion dollars. save a forest. have an everlasting love.
times flies. everyday people die. children get birth into this world. do you really want to stand still?
would it be better if we meet later on in life?
i was talking to my mummy last night. I think it is the pressure that i felt when you put me at the first and foremost. if you did not, i felt so. because i know for now, i cannot do that. i only know that now it is better for everyone to look into their future and do what they want to do. truly want to do. life is too short to be... for lack of a better word, restricted. yes. everyone always believed that they have some one or something to answer to, be it the system, parents etc. but that is not good enough. nobody can tell you who to be or what to do. yes. some may say, parents give birth to you, you have a responsibility. the system empowered you, enriched you, educated you, you have a responsibility. so when do you do something for yourself? I am not being a cynic or skeptic. to an extent, do what you must and do what you want. i am sure the people who gave birth wants their get to be what they can be or at the very least, happy. my mummy once told me this, "i can give birth to your body, but i cannot tell you what to do or what to think. you have to make your own decisions."
there was this conversation recently about a 40 years old friend who was sharing how he would not want to get into a relationship with a girl in her 20s. All the wants and needs are just too much.
there was this other conversation about how 2 different relationships were similar yet not the same.
1) An Asian girl in her early 20s dating a Caucasian male, also in his early 20s. Both of them are at a stage of their life, that they need to think about how they want their future to be like. Asian girl with her family and career. Caucasian male with a bright sporting career. Not mentioning that there is an ocean separating them, they know what they must do. yet it does not make it any less painful. Would had been better for them to meet 10 years later?
2) An Asian girl in her early 20s, falling in love with a Caucasian male in his 40s. The Asian girl studies at where the guy works. where ever he works at, which ever country he decided to stay, she follows. Of course it is difficult for the girl. but looking at it, the relationship has a better chance of flourishing, no? of course putting aside the gender. be it the former is a guy and the latter is a lady, would it be any different? So it is the better time to meet, if you want a happy ending?
a couple of years will go by, do you really want to sit and watch your life go by?
at these times and age, everyone have something that they want to do or accomplish. climb a mountain. build an empire. have a billion dollars. save a forest. have an everlasting love.
times flies. everyday people die. children get birth into this world. do you really want to stand still?
would it be better if we meet later on in life?
Sunday, September 18, 2011
Europe - Rome
13 morning - 15 morning Sept'10
Rome - Venice
Arrived so very early in Rome. And our hunt for our hotel is on! At least this time, it is really near, just one stop away from Roma Termini, at Cadovour and we found it in no time. Hostel Ivanhoe! And oh my! It is a great hostel! Can wait to tell u all about it! In a bit…! :)
Right after dumping our bags in the kitchen, we went straight out. First stop, Piazze Di San Paolo. As usual furtherest location first. And also just follow the crowd. You will get there. Sigh. Hmm.. Ever wonder why is there always an obelisk at places?
Spanish steps and the huge Trevi Fountain. Nice. Really impressive. Threw a coin and made a wish. Hope everything ends well.
Went to search for the legendary ice cream, San Crispino. It is suppose to be in the obscure alleyway and Chapman forgotten exactly which and where was it. Oh well, we found it, after a while and it was worth it! :) It was very nice. But kind of expansive thought. 3 scoops is for 5.50euro. The honey flavor is a must-try! The fruit flavors are all very nice. And of course, Chapman had 2 cups, big ones obviously. Haha! Dinner saw the hunt for food again! And as usual, always an extra eye for asian food. After scouring the streets near our hostel, a couple of expansive menu, we noticed a red japanese lantern jutting out from a small shop. As we approached, there was a young chinese-looking lass sitting outside the shop. She spoked to us in not-very-good english. haha! We decided to try our luck at speaking mandarin. It worked! :) This is actually a shop owned by a chinese family.
Last stop of the day, Colosseum! Same day as everyday… Mad rush! haha! nah… it was ok. decided to go out for some food. Chapman decided to have a well-deserved rest in the hostel and watch some movies. The Colosseum was very... ancient. I feel with every step I took, the Colosseum will crumble a little. I hope future generations will be able to still see how majestic the Colosseum is.
Do note that the Arc of Constantine is just round the corner. :)
* A tip: Just need to buy tickets for Colosseum and you are also able to visit the Palatine Hills and Roman Forum. And of course vice versa. Now you know where is the lesser queue? :)
a little something to note on your travels in Europe. space invaders is all over! everywhere! just keep looking around. not always looking down at your maps. :p
The hostel! Ivanhoe! Walking distance from Cadovour Station. It was so fun! Everyone who stayed there are a fun-loving bunch. Everyday there will be something planned. Pasta party. Welcome drinks. etc. Nearing the wee-hour timing, everyone who wants to continue to have fun, will head out and party! :) So do stay there when you are in Roma!
Really hate to leave the city. I am in love with Rome. :)
Alas I have to get on with my travels. Onward to Venice! Yay! :)
little visiters to Roma.
a little crazy me. :p
Sunday, July 24, 2011
Something to share.
We dance around in a ring and suppose, the secret sits in the middle and knows - Robert Frost
Monday, July 11, 2011
Quotes II
Time for some quotes. Things that I picked up along the way. I would like to thank everyone who had posted comments on my previous post. Hope the quotes had done good. :)
1) Do it once. Do it good.
2) Man can be destroyed, but not defeated. - Ernest Hemingway
3) One's perception is his reality.
4) Seek to understand first, then to be understood. - Stephen Covey
5) I am my word.
A man is worth only as much as his word.
6) Life is short.
Live it.
Enjoy it.
Flaunt it.
7) Do it right the first time.
8) Love is patient, love is kind.
It does not envy, it does not boast
It is not proud, it is not self-seeking
It is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs
Love does not delight in evil, but rejoices with the truth
Love bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things
Love never fails - Corinthians 13:4-8,13
Good nights Singapore. I love you. :)
1) Do it once. Do it good.
2) Man can be destroyed, but not defeated. - Ernest Hemingway
3) One's perception is his reality.
4) Seek to understand first, then to be understood. - Stephen Covey
5) I am my word.
A man is worth only as much as his word.
6) Life is short.
Live it.
Enjoy it.
Flaunt it.
7) Do it right the first time.
8) Love is patient, love is kind.
It does not envy, it does not boast
It is not proud, it is not self-seeking
It is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs
Love does not delight in evil, but rejoices with the truth
Love bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things
Love never fails - Corinthians 13:4-8,13
Good nights Singapore. I love you. :)
Sunday, April 03, 2011
Quotes
I think I am gonna note down some things/phase/sentences/quotes that I like or see along the way. Gonna build it up.
1) As you get older in age, there are more things that you leave behind.
2) Humans lead such pitifully short lives, but they were always ready to throw away these lives for a cause or belief, or doing something as foolish and noble as rushing into a burning tower to save the life if a total stranger.
3) "Hakuna Matata"
4) "Est Sularas Oth Mithas"
5) "With Great Powers, Comes Greater Responsibilties"
6) "Life is not measured by the number of breaths you take , but by the number of times that take your breath away."
7) "Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness, that most frightens us. Your playing small does not serve the world. There is nothing enlightened about shrinking so that other people won't feel insecure around you. We are all meant to shine as children do. It's not just in some of us; it is in everyone. And as we let our own lights shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same. As we are liberated from our own fear, our presence automatically liberates others." - Marianne Williamson
Hope for more.
1) As you get older in age, there are more things that you leave behind.
2) Humans lead such pitifully short lives, but they were always ready to throw away these lives for a cause or belief, or doing something as foolish and noble as rushing into a burning tower to save the life if a total stranger.
3) "Hakuna Matata"
4) "Est Sularas Oth Mithas"
5) "With Great Powers, Comes Greater Responsibilties"
6) "Life is not measured by the number of breaths you take , but by the number of times that take your breath away."
7) "Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness, that most frightens us. Your playing small does not serve the world. There is nothing enlightened about shrinking so that other people won't feel insecure around you. We are all meant to shine as children do. It's not just in some of us; it is in everyone. And as we let our own lights shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same. As we are liberated from our own fear, our presence automatically liberates others." - Marianne Williamson
Hope for more.
Friday, December 24, 2010
Europe - Innsbruck
finally got enough time to sit down and put up the posts for Europe... :)
12 morning Sept '10
Woke up to a beautiful morning, arriving in beautiful Austria! Once we step out of the train station, I could see the distant snow caps of the famous Alps.
Before that we had to get something settled, our next location. We are suppose to get to Milano but due the lack of train tickets and unhelpful French staff, we got the next best thing by changing our itinerary a bit and get to Innsbruck first.
We found out we can get tickets straight to Rome. Overnight too. Decided to take that as instead of just 4 hours, we could spend more time in Innsbruck. One major problem, our hostel in Milano is already booked for the night. Next up, I am going to introduce to you one of the most "in-bar" things a traveller could have. A internet and call shop. It is so cheap! :) After phoning the hostel up, we managed to change our dates for stay and it helped that the lady over the other side speaks Chinese! :) See! China is taking over the world. They are practically everywhere.
Our exploration of Innsbruck starts, or rather mine as Chapman had been here twice already. He is just back for the goulash soup. :p
There was not much people in sight. As we moved towards the tourist attractions, there were a tad more people, like… Simpang on a weekday 3pm. Haha. And of course we set our eyes on the fabled Golden Roof...
One point to note: There seems to be a lot of more asian tour groups than european or even american ones. Japanese ones are very common and Singaporean ones are normally at the more common locations. Singaporean are very distinct, if you know what I mean.
Made our way around and got to the cable car station. Was really excited! Chapman promised that the view was going to be amazing! Alas, the queue… again… Took a bit more time than expected but we got up. I have not words to describe this. I think my vocabulary is really not adequate to describe the beauty of the place… See for yourself…
After which we had lunch at the restaurant up the mountain, the famous goulash soup. As usual, it was packed… everywhere was packed… But the soup was good. :) And guess what? There were people sky gliding! So cool! :)
We went to the Alpine Zoo. It was really small. With only a total of 150 species of animals and plants, I took about an hour to finish the whole place and that is with all the uphill and upslopes. :)
We lazed at the square of the St. Anne's column for a while and spent about 4 hours at a bistro watching movies and using the laptops. After which was an overnight train again. But this time, to Rome - Italy!
12 morning Sept '10
Woke up to a beautiful morning, arriving in beautiful Austria! Once we step out of the train station, I could see the distant snow caps of the famous Alps.
Before that we had to get something settled, our next location. We are suppose to get to Milano but due the lack of train tickets and unhelpful French staff, we got the next best thing by changing our itinerary a bit and get to Innsbruck first.
We found out we can get tickets straight to Rome. Overnight too. Decided to take that as instead of just 4 hours, we could spend more time in Innsbruck. One major problem, our hostel in Milano is already booked for the night. Next up, I am going to introduce to you one of the most "in-bar" things a traveller could have. A internet and call shop. It is so cheap! :) After phoning the hostel up, we managed to change our dates for stay and it helped that the lady over the other side speaks Chinese! :) See! China is taking over the world. They are practically everywhere.
Our exploration of Innsbruck starts, or rather mine as Chapman had been here twice already. He is just back for the goulash soup. :p
There was not much people in sight. As we moved towards the tourist attractions, there were a tad more people, like… Simpang on a weekday 3pm. Haha. And of course we set our eyes on the fabled Golden Roof...
One point to note: There seems to be a lot of more asian tour groups than european or even american ones. Japanese ones are very common and Singaporean ones are normally at the more common locations. Singaporean are very distinct, if you know what I mean.
Made our way around and got to the cable car station. Was really excited! Chapman promised that the view was going to be amazing! Alas, the queue… again… Took a bit more time than expected but we got up. I have not words to describe this. I think my vocabulary is really not adequate to describe the beauty of the place… See for yourself…
After which we had lunch at the restaurant up the mountain, the famous goulash soup. As usual, it was packed… everywhere was packed… But the soup was good. :) And guess what? There were people sky gliding! So cool! :)
We went to the Alpine Zoo. It was really small. With only a total of 150 species of animals and plants, I took about an hour to finish the whole place and that is with all the uphill and upslopes. :)
We lazed at the square of the St. Anne's column for a while and spent about 4 hours at a bistro watching movies and using the laptops. After which was an overnight train again. But this time, to Rome - Italy!
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