Barbie Fairytopia@Trinoma

Barbie distributed limited stubs to allow kids to take a photo with Barbie. We don't have one, but luckily, a sweet lady gave us one of her stubs. Tricia got a signed autograph picture and a nice souvenir photo.Go! Go! Go!

CommunicAsia 2007

Singapore Impressions

AIRPORT

Upon arrival at Changi Airport, if you have nothing to declare at Customs, you simply walkout of the airport without passing through an inspection. Really! I was surprised myself. Honesty system is still enforced.

At Changli, security check is performed before boarding. Each Gate has its own X-Ray and Metal detector equipment. This facilitates faster processing of passengers resulting to convenience. On the other hand, in Manila, security check is performed before airline check-in and also before entering the Gate after Duty Free shopping. In Narita, security check is done before Immigration processing.

FOOD & DINING

It is common to see restaurants with tables and chairs outdoors. It think it's the clean air in Singapore that make eating outdoors relaxing. You can't enjoy the same thing in Manila with those smoke belching cars, jeepneys and buses.

Singapore cuisine like it's people has multicultural influence. They commonly serve Chinese, Thai and Indian varieties. One of our friends was totally mad about the tasty Chicken Rice.

Tiger is the most popular local beer in town. I tried it and I think it's good. It's a bit stronger than SMB light. It's a little bit like a Japanese beer.
BUGIS


NATIONAL MUSEUM

CHINATOWN

HINDU TEMPLE







CLARK QUAY

ORCHARD ROAD

ESPLANADE

CYMA@EDSA Shangri-La Mall

Ironic. Independence Day (June 12) is the day I happily lost my freedom as a bachelor. Having your wedding anniversary on a holiday definitely has its advantage. First, work will most likely not conflict with your celebrations. Second, it is very unlikely that you will forget the date.

To celebrate, we dined are the popular Greek restaurant - CYMA. The place was packed and we had no reservations. We had to wait for about 40 minutes before we got seated but the dining experience was worth it.

Nice ambiance! Excellent service! Big servings! We loved their salads and will definitely come back for their tasty lamb chops.

Opa!

Dencio's@Trinoma

Dencio's Restaurant opened a new branch at Trinoma, a new Ayala mall in North Avenue, Quezon City.

I think Trinoma's main advantage over SM North Edsa is it's direct connection to the MRT train station. In Japan, it would be called a Station Mall. Retailers will get maximum sales opportunity from the heavy human traffic.

Another unique component of Trinoma is the multi-level balcony gardens. It has water fountains and ponds. Without the rains, strolling and dining outdoors will surely be pleasant. The family dined at Dencio's. The ambiance is truly relaxing.

Trinoma is still undergoing finishing touches and many stores are still under construction but it is becoming a crowd destination in Manila. As an indicator, the parking area was full.