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Monday, 17 April 2017

UUM in the Naruto's eyes

Update on **13 & 15 April 2017**

“UUM’s houses had Thailand style-roofs design like buffalo horns.”



“Mamak restaurant operates so early in the morning.”

“A lot of trees and flowers in UUM. So greenery. But it’s more “Ulu” than UTHM .  Why you want to come  here? Jing Jing”

“UUM smells like Saratok and Roban. Very quiet, less people and cars on the roads.”



“Your university’s library seems so strict especially it requires student cards to enter.”

“I guess this coffee house will close down within 2 years”.

“Am I looking cool while sitting on the manager’s chairs in the coffee house”?

“Why here has ostriches?”

“These ostriches are the stupid animals. They can’t detect the source of the sounds since they didn’t have ears.”

“They play with the guys happily by raising their feathers. I admit they are very “hiao” (发骚) apart from stupid”.



“So many mosquitoes while strolling to the lakes.”

“Boleh tahan lah this lake.”



“It sure have sssss (i.e snakes) if raining season or night times. Don’t come here if you’re alone.”

“Some views in UUM like oversea. Like this one. I’ve seen it in the articles”.



“This shaddy trees constitutes a great picture too.”



“No one jogging and cycling”

“Where can get the bicycle? I want to cycling.”

“When the monkey will appear?”

“Wao, Monkeys. Monkeys. Jing Jing, they are so naught, climbs from this tree to that tree”

“Your room quite cold. Trees help your rooms to remain the coldness.”

“Your hostel is a 古老的围村(i.e old walled villages)”

“Your university has poor WIFI. Always disconnect and several times logged in”.

“Mamak restaurant’s kuey teow goreng ayam tasted differently. 口味真的是不同. “

“I believe eating cup noodles is the safe food choice”.

“Students here love to wear track suites.”

“Short pants and skirts are allowed in here.”

Monday, 10 April 2017

Review: My Stay at Marina Mandarin Hotel, Singapore

I stayed there for 2 nights 

Lobby was glamorous, chic and cozy with eye catching decoration-sparkling pendant chandeliers. 

The guestroom itself decked in the lightwood furnishings ranged from the desks and closet. I tempted to stay in the room for the entire stay once I stepped into my guestroom. 

Speaking about the guest room, absolutely no complains-the room was super spacious and comfortable. 

The bed, bed lines, mattress and bolster pillows were great. All of them so fluffy and comfortable. I enjoy the restful night after night. 

I liked the fact that a desk was placed between the two beds. I could put glasses, books and smartphones-not messy at all. It ‘s easier to search my glasses and smartphone while I arose. 


The city views from my guest room were beautiful!

The curtains had double layers. Double layers of curtains perfectly blocked the sunshine. This was very important for me to sleep well during the vacation. 


It had work desk so that the business travellers could work on their computers and reviewed their business documents. Charging points also strategically placed on the working area. 

Therefore, the business travellers didn’t waste their time in searching the charging points just to charge the electric devices. 


Generous pineapple tarts awaited me in addition to a Nespresso coffee machine.

This Nespresso coffee machine made the perfect espresso for me. To my surprise, it was so aromatic and flavorful after adding milks, exactly like the self-brew coffee. I guessed Nespresso coffee machine used aluminum capsule to package the roasted coffees in order to maintain the freshness.   

Aluminium capsules and milks 

Complementary amenities-ice boxes, electric kettle, cold drinks, coffee & tea sachets 

It was worth to note that the hotel offered an air fresheners. It smelled good and it really did its job-refreshing the guestroom with pleasant and fragrance air. 


In addition, I was grateful that storage room was available in order to keep my suitcase systematically. 

Other than that, bonus point went to the lighting and air-conditioner in the guest room had been turned on before I stepped in. A warm of lighting had welcomed and greeted me. Just the way I liked. 


A wardrobe with hangers, slippers, weighting scale and bathrobe were available. Once again the hotel anticipated the needs of the guests by providing iron and iron board. No more wrinkled clothes anymore! 

Hotel’s gesture in offering umbrella is highly appreciated. The guests not need to worry in case raining. However, the umbrella was meant to return to the hotel. 


I loved the bathroom equipped a partition that blocked the standing shower area. This was to minimize watery floor. 

Hence, I don’t have to clean the watery floors after taking showers. I didn’t need to use bath towel mat and maybe other towels (in case too much water) to wipe the watery floors. 

Moreover, I also loved L’occitane En Province Lait Corporel toiletries. I love this brand and never thought it would be found in my guestroom. Well, the body lotion, shower gel, hair shampoo and conditioner smelled amazing. 


The bath towel mat was in good quality since it absorbed the water very well and protected us from slippery floor. 


Besides that, two sided make-up mirror was appreciated. I must say this hotel was attentive and thoughtful in handling the needs of the female guests. Plus, the lighting in the bathroom was optimal for make-up purpose. 

The hair dryer was in good functioning. 


The high water pressure of the bathroom deserved a mention since it could flush the toilet very fast. More importantly, it played the critical role when taking shower. 

A high pressure shower cleansed my tired body and soul. As a point of personal preference, I like higher level of water pressure. 


This hotel also used express check out and informing the guest through formally written letter. This wouldn’t matter so much for me, but it was excellent to have this. 


Besides that, a special mention went to the Aquamarine (breakfast restaurant) which had exceptional service. The waitress fast in replenishing the foods and drinks. The breakfasts- omelet, hot foods, salads, fresh fruits, noodles and sushi were excellent too.

Since I chose to take my breakfast at the outside area of the restaurant, I managed to enjoy the bird chirping sounds-so calm and peaceful.  The hotel reared the birds and I discovered these birds were not around at night. Live music had replaced the bird chirping sounds. 

 These birds sung very well 
Live music at nigh times

The customer services were wonderful from front office and housekeeping. But I encountered a very bad service from food & beverage department when I enjoyed the live music. 

I didn’t interest to order any drinks since I was there for a short while. But a food & beverage staff approached me.

Food & beverage staff: What’s your table number?

Me: I didn’t have table number.

Food & beverage staff: Sorry, we lacked of tables actually and other guests waited for the tables.

Me: Ok, understood.

Food & beverage: Do you want some drinks?

Me: No. (I walked away after that)

And I never saw any guests used my table after several minutes. 

Swimming pool was located in fifth floor. There were plenty of sun loungers. 


The strength of the WIFI was strong and only needed one time logged-in. I managed to use it although I had checked out. It really brought convenience for me as I able to contact with my family members. 

MRT especially Esplanade station was within close proximity. Besides that, Esplanade station had tons of restaurants. 

That’s all. Here’s the address of the hotel: 6 Raffles Boulevard, Marina Square, Singapore, 039594


Disclaimer: above was my personal opinion and accurately reflected my own stay. Please bear in mind what worked for me might not worked for you.  

Friday, 7 April 2017

Turning a Tourist at Changi Airport, Singapore

Update on **30 March 2017**

I fell in love with Changi airport, Singapore the moment I first visited Singapore on 2011. I loved Changi airport's wide varieties of food stalls, shopping outlets and convenient sky trains that connected the terminals. 

It's unbelievable Changi airport became my favorite airport. I can't remembered how many times I thought about Changi airport. So the other day, I glad to get the chance to explore Changi airport again thoroughly. 

That's what I had explored:

At terminal 1. Seeing the Singapore through the miniatures of Sentosa Island, Merlion Singapore, Singapore flyers and Gardens by the Bay. 

Without leaving Changi airport, visitors owned the foundations about Singapore attractions. A very good strategy in promoting Singapore.

Kinetic rains. Few seconds ago, it had this type of shape. 
After few seconds, it changed to other shapes. I kept on awwwwww in my heart. 
Lunch (8.2 SGD). But I preferred the taste of Malaysia's KFC
At terminal 3. This pair of art sculptures attracted me the most. 

The information board revealed the art from left symbolized life and growth. On the other hand, the art in the right signified Singapore as the garden city that continuously flourish. 

Singapore food streets at departure hall. But I unable to enter. 


In fact, not much I could explored in terminal 3. Then, I adjourned to terminal 2.

Swensens was available in terminal 2. 
While strolling further, the aroma of Paris Baguette Cafe instantly recharged my soul 
Surprisingly found this food establishment,1983 had long queues. The prices were reasonable
To my delight, it offered chwee kueh (2 SGD)- part of my childhood foods. However, it upset me as the topping (i.e chai poh) lacked of fragrance and sweetness. 
These musics quite therapeutic.  The musics still lingered around my ears even after I left the outlet. 
A post shared by Tay Lee Chin (@tayleechin) on

Both of them hugged each other happily.  As someone said "airport was the happiest place on the earth"

I wouldn't do such hugging actions which considered as public affections in the public place like airport. I was the shy person. 

But I firmly believed my parents stared at the arrival gates while waiting anxiously for my arrivals. It was the journey back to the homes. The homes, parents and siblings welcomed me. 

Besides happiest place, airport was the saddest place on the earth. I saw others bid farewell with the loves ones (i.e parents & siblings). 

They needed to hold their tears of sadness and making the final glances with each other. The heart ached again when saying goodbye. 

_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

Last but not least, I didn't explored all the attractions in Changi airport as these attractions were located in the departure halls. 

I wanted to explore again if I able to transit in Changi airport in one day. Singapore city tour arranged by Changi airport could be a good idea to spend the transit times. 

Moreover, I liked terminal 2 compared with terminal 1 & 3. It was more spacious, bright , offered local foods and satisfactory charging stations. 

That's all. Xoxo...

Tuesday, 4 April 2017

Conversations with Rosamond

Update on **30 March 2017-3 April 2017**

(Short getaway to Singapore and Johor Bharu)

#1


(At lobby of the hotel)

Me: Wahhhh, this hotel looks very grand! You're lucky got chances to stay at such good hotel. 
Rosamond: Company trip mahhh...
Me: Check-in first
Rosamond: Yes. I should pay cash or using credit card for deposit?
Me: Up to you
Rosamond: Paying cash is better since it will release my credit card after several weeks.
Me: Ok
Rosamond: I only left SGD 2. Aiyoooooo, Oh my god! How to survive for the rest of the days?

#2


(hotel's live music)

Me: This song so nice.
Rosamond: I don't understand English songs. No feeling for them though. 
Me: Give me few minutes to enjoy.
Rosamond: Why they don't want to sing for rock songs?

Realizing my sister is the traditional Chinese girl. And also rock girl. She really has the different music tastes. 

#3

Me: Am I looked great for this bathrobe?
Rosamond: Your shoulder make it great. But this type of shoulder shows woman need to feed her family. You'll become family's sole breadwinner. 
Me: I don't want lah. I'm naturally born lahhhh.

#4


Me: Nice racing cars.
Rosamond: It's Lamborghini. 
Me: Never heard of that
Rosamond: Apuuu, you don't know meh?
Me: Cehhh
Rosamond: Even I know, I can't afford too. Not only me, I believe most of the ordinary people are like me. 

#5


 Me: I want to go to this Lush outlet
 Rosamond: What's it?
 Me: You don't know this brand meh? (Hahaha, 终于有她不知道的牌子了)
 Rosamond: Don't know. 
 Me: It's famous for fresh masks and bath bombs. 

#6


Rosamond: Here's Loccitane. Let's check the prices of the body lotions that we use in the hotel.
Me: Yaaa.

(My sister suddenly turns to a price sensor) 

#7


Rosamond: eat more and more. Hard to find these foods-Alaska crab, Boston lobster, & fresh salmons 
Me: Not really. Eating too full not good for the stomach.


#8

Lift stranger A: How many floor this hotel has?
Lift stranger B: 1, 2, 3.....so many floors.
Rosamond and I looked at each other and we found that we're in the highest floor, which is 21 floor. 

#9

Rosamond: Are we entitled for the Meritus club members' benefits?
Hotel staff: No, you just simply upgrade into Meritus floor and no such benefits. Do you want a drink?
Rosamond: Thank you. 

(Meanwhile, I'm so embarrassed) 

#10


Rosamond: How to brew the coffee?
Me: Read the instructions. 
Rosamond: Ok. The coffee comes out already (after trying for few times). Yeahhhhh. 

Both of us like the young kids play the new toy. 

#11


Rosamond: Don't sad, we've 2 cup cakes, pineapple tarts and self brew coffees for our afternoon tea times. 
Me: At least provide a sense of comfort. 

#12


Rosamond: What drinks that you've?
Waitress: We've tea, coffee, wines
Rosamond: You need it?
Me: I'm enough

Welcome drinks and warm waters seems not enough for her. Apparently, she is the water buffalo

#13

In memory our footprints in the Abercrombie & Fitch. 

(at Orchard road)

Rosamond: I want to enter Abercrombie & Fitch
Me: UK brand?
Rosamond: No, US brand. Taiwan bloggers feature it.
Me: The outlet so dark. 
Rosamond:Ya, how they could the clothes clearly?
Me: Hahahahah. I can't afford.
Rosamond: Same

#14


Rosamond: Mama bring us here (Ngee An City) few years ago during night times
Me: I remember. Taking photo in action

#15


(At her rented room)

Rosamond: Ah Jing, can't buy shoes during Qing Ming festival. But you had bought it from Forever 21.
Me: Eiiiiii, talking nonsense. 

#rosamondsays #thingsrosamondsays

 
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