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parkroyal on pickering

PARKROYAL on Pickering, A Green Hotel, Singapore

Dubbed a “hotel-in-a-garden,” PARKROYAL on Pickering is easily identified as we approach by the lush tropical foliage that sprouts from its walls, and its distinctive contoured edges. As we draw nearer it seems the structure is almost an extension of the nei…

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Brunch at Lime PARKROYAL on Pickering, Singapore

The iconic ‘hotel-in-a-garden,’ PARKROYAL on Pickering Singapore, serves a delicious Sunday brunch at its all day dining outlet, Lime. A long lofty dining hall is set amongst greenery and water features, giving the ambience a fresh garden feel. The selecti…

Le Comptoir, French Creperie and Pub, Singapore

Le Comptoir, French Creperie and Pub, Singapore   Le Comptoir, Crêperie and Cocktail Bar, Singapore In a side street off Boat Quay an exciting new outlet has recently opened its doors, Le Comptoir. A smart restyling of a traditional French crêperie, uni…

The Fullerton Bay Hotel, Singapore

Marina Bay Laser Show as Viewed from a Bay Room Balcony at The Fullerton Bay Hotel Singapore The Fullerton Bay Hotel, Singapore Backed by Singapore’s business district, sided by the art and culture scene, neighboured by shops, restaurants and entertainment, a…

Clifford Pier, Fullerton Bay Hotel, Singapore

Clifford Pier, Fullerton Bay Hotel, Singapore The Clifford Pier, Fullerton Bay Hotel, Singapore The recently launched (May 2014) destination restaurant, The Clifford Pier, is also one of the city’s oldest landmarks. Built in 1933 as the jetty for arriving s…

New Majestic Hotel, Boutique Accommodation, Singapore

New Majestic Hotel, Boutique Stay, Singapore The lobby is awash with white. Sapphire and cerise wing back chairs make a stark contrast to the ivory paleness of the rest of the room. A bronze statue of an Asian man, naked, kneeling on one knee with head slightly bowed…

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How to Drive from Kuala Lumpur to Singapore

Caning Jaramillo For years we’ve flown from Kuala Lumpur to Singapore assuming it’s the fastest way to arrive. We recently made the trip by car, however, and soon discovered how convenient and easy the trip actually is. After our smooth first attemp…

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Cocotte, French Cuisine, Wanderlust Hotel, Singapore

Little India might seem like an unlikely neighbourhood to find some of the most talked about French cuisine in the city, but indeed it is the home to some of the most frank European fare we’ve had on the island of Singapore.  Nestled on the ground floor of the Wand…

O’Batignolles, Wine Bar & Bistrot, Singapore

O’Batignolles, Wine Bar & Bistrot, Singapore   O Batignolles Wine Bar and French Bistrot Comforting and unpretentious, this quintessential Parisian style bistro is an inviting locale at any time of day. Stopping in for a hearty meal, or just …

Halo Rooftop Lounge, WANGZ Hotel, Singapore

Halo Rooftop Lounge Halo Rooftop Lounge, WANGZ Hotel, Singapore Sunset is the perfect time to head up to Halo Rooftop Lounge, WANGZ Hotel’s casual bar. Weekend live music, paired with cityscape views, make it a chilled locale for relaxation and enjoyment of th…