With 24 hour delay to fix a mechanical issue on Air NewZealand's Boeing 787-9, our group took off on the last leg of the trip together. I eagerly anticipated this flight as it was my first on this type of aircraft. Once on board, it became clear to me quickly that this is a Boeing… Continue reading Perth to Auckland
Flight cancelled
After s long 3 hour wait, the technician declared the highly anticipated flight on a Dreamliner cancelled. This is s good reminder for everyone flying that sometimes things happen. That is why it is essential to have travel insurance to cover unexpected expenses. We are all at an airport hotel awaiting updates on our next… Continue reading Flight cancelled
Bye bye Pearth
After a fabulous day with our Western Australia sales manager Sandy and our amazing driver Peter (Go in style), we are now all gathered at the Quantas lounge ahead of my long anticipated flight on Air NewZealand Boeing 787-9 to Auckland. Due to technical issues boarding has been delayed. Throughout the day, we visited the… Continue reading Bye bye Pearth
Adventure day in Margaret River
The most spectacular coast line of Australia's West coast. This secret spot along the "Cape to Cape" walking trail that spans 137 kilometers along unspoiled coastline is just breathtaking. It is even more special for me as I had to hike through the tiger snake mating area with low brush and all. Not fun for… Continue reading Adventure day in Margaret River
Sunrise over AustraliaÂ
Another restful night behind me, I rose before sunrise and walked to a scenic overlook with Pam, one of my fellow travelers to watch the sun rise over Australia Enjoy.
Margaret River area south of PerthÂ
After a short night in our fantastic suites at the Crown hotel in Perth, our guide Sandy and driver Peter picked us up at 7am for a scenic drive down to the world renowned wine region of Margaret River. Upon arrival, we experienced a flight of wines with corresponding Amuse Bouches. It was a one-of-a-kind… Continue reading Margaret River area south of PerthÂ
Welcome to Western Australia
After a short 5 hour flight within the same time zone, we arrived in Perth. The most important thing first, temps dropped to mid 70s and the humidity is gone. It only took a few mi utes to get acclimated and feel like L.A. Weather again. Back in 1992/93, I had travelled through Perth with… Continue reading Welcome to Western Australia
Raffles Hotel – final thoughts
Our time in Singapore is rapidly coming to an end. While I won't miss the humidity, I will miss the cleanliness,orderliness, and as my traveling companion Matt Knowles noted "2 days without sirens". We never heard a police car or ambulance in a city of 5.3 million, that is an accomplishment. We are now saying… Continue reading Raffles Hotel – final thoughts
Raffles Hotel continued…
Back at the hotel after our cultural tour to chill out and cool off. The one thing none of the pictures present is the heat and humidity factor of this city. Less than 2 degrees away from the equator, it is pretty much like this all year round. In sumple terms it's always hot and… Continue reading Raffles Hotel continued…
Raffles Hotel and beyond
As promised in my last post, the Singapore story continued for us with a cultural tour of the city's ethnic neighborhoods. However, before that I need to share with you the luxurious accommodations we are experiencing at the world renowned Raffles Hotel. This gem of colonial architecture in the heart of the city was built… Continue reading Raffles Hotel and beyond
Marina Bay Sands – in detail
As promised, her is my report of the amazing site visit to the Sands Hotel & Casino. Sharp at 430pm local time we arrived at the property to be greeted by Hannah, one of the sales managers. Our tour of this 2552 room hotel began in tower #3. We saw the standard "deluxe room" which… Continue reading Marina Bay Sands – in detail
Singapore in-debt
In true world traveler fashion, we landed at 605am local time (I am now 15 hours ahead of pacific standard time) and hit the ground running. We hit up he historic Fullerton Hotel for a shower at their Spa, followed by a breakfast out of this world. The buffet spanned all five continents and provided… Continue reading Singapore in-debt
Singapore here we come
Landed relaxed at Changi International Airport terminal 3. Immigration and customs were super fast and off we went into the heat and humidity of this tropical city state of 5.3 million. More about this amazing place later but I could not help myself to post a first pic of the Marina Bay Sands hotel. Pardon… Continue reading Singapore here we come
Airbus 350-900 on Singapore Airlines
Eager with anticipation for this new aircraft (see previous blog) I boarded flight 479 on time at Johannesburg airport. Once on board, I was immediately taken by the spacious layout of the cabin. Remember this is a wide-body aircraft and most carriers put at least 5 seats across if not more. On Singapore Airlines its… Continue reading Airbus 350-900 on Singapore Airlines
Cape Town to Johannesburg and on to SingaporeÂ
Some house keeping: pardon the blog issues yesterday and today. Due to wifi challenges the first dinner blog had no pictures. I have re-posted it just a short while ago with the beautifully presented late images attached. Thanks Julie for the pointer. Please be advised that due to travel times, there will be a bit… Continue reading Cape Town to Johannesburg and on to SingaporeÂ
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