Visited the HARRIS Resort Barelang Batam back in October 2018, in lieu of the October babies in the family. We stayed for 3 days 2 night, but also headed out one of the days with our regular driver in Batam. Got a free birthday slice! Getting There Since the resort was located in Batam and … Continue reading HARRIS Resort Barelang Batam (3D2N)
Known for its glamping experience, my family headed to Canopi resort (now known as Natra Bintan) in Bintan back in April 2018. Getting There We departed from Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal to the ferry terminal in Bintan. It was about a 50 - 60 minutes ride. The resort provides free shuttle from the ferry terminal to … Continue reading Canopi Resort (Natra Bintan), Bintan
Sumimasen, this post is gonna be a long one. First tip to travelling in Japan is to know this word - sumimasen. If you are ever in a pinch and need to ask for directions, or call the waiter, or anyone really, start with sumimasen. It can be interpreted as either "sorry" or "excuse me". … Continue reading 11 Day Family Trip to Osaka-Kyoto-Nara
This is a photo story of my experience getting around the Kansai Region during my family holiday in Osaka, Kyoto and Nara, Japan. Amidst all the confusion from the complex train lines, and saying 'sumimasen' at Japanese commuters who helped us out when we were lost, it was a wonderful ride. Disclaimer: I captured these … Continue reading Public Transport through pictures in Osaka-Kyoto-Nara
Halal food is hard to come by in Japan, which makes the experience more memorable and sweet. It is great to see Japan committed to meet this growing demand, as I look forward to explore more of Japan after Covid-19. Refer to itinerary here. https://giphy.com/gifs/movie-beauty-and-the-beast-l4EoVNDp9K5Vl0NAk Credit: Giphy Osaka Ayam-ya Namba This ramen shop looks small … Continue reading Halal Food at Osaka-Kyoto-Nara
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