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Looking for A Great Excursion


April 26, 2009

I’ve always been pretty adventurous. From the clothes I buy, to the foods I eat and most especially the places I choose to vacation. I went on Expedia and was able to find the solution to my cravings; Singapore. Singapore travel is more than you would expect and less than you probably think you’d pay, especially if you take advantage of Expedia coupons.

Some of the Details of My Vacation
I wanted to see for myself what a Chinese New Year would be like if I was amongst the Chinese people. I worked with Expedia to make my arrangements and once I arrived, it was beyond anything I expected. The festivities are running from January the 3rd through the 15th of February. I visited the Chinatown neighborhood and had a blast watching the dragons and revelers go by.

Although Chinese New Year is celebrated throughout Singapore, it is Chinatown that is the primary spot for most of the celebrations. I mingled with the local residents at the street vendors and enjoyed some of their nightly entertainment options. The traditional food for the Chinese New Year is yusheng which is raw fish salad. Be sure to check online for more information regarding the celebrations. If you don’t make it this year, what you see will tempt you to book your trip with Expedia for next year.

Staying in Town
I made the Furama Riverfront Hotel, Singapore my home base as it is centrally located in the heart of town. My hotel allowed for easy access to Chinatown where I planned to be and afforded me the chance to shop and dine in the business district of Orchard Road. My room was well furnished and I enjoyed amenities such as a spacious bathroom with modern fixtures, a mini bar and an essential requirement for me, internet access. The beds were about the softest I have ever slept on other than what I have at home.

Dinning
I couldn’t resist the allure of Canele Patisserie Chocolaterie, so I treated myself to a fabulous dinner of Corn & Crab Chowder along with Mushroom Alfredo Spaghetti. I made sure I left plenty of room for the best part, dessert. I had the Foret Noire or Black Forest with a amazing combination of kirsch Chantilly cream, chocolate ice cream and a dark compote made from cherries. It was the best way to top off a meal.

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