Reflections on Singapore ..... We both really enjoyed Singapore and would love to go back. The people are the friendliest we have ever met - always willing to help - if they see you struggling or lost they will approach you and help you. The hotel was fine, it is a walkable city with plenty to like (lots of shopping, gardens, bars and restaurants, Sensota island etc). It is very anglicised in the main city and feels a home from home (only warmer and friendlier!...

Went out for a small bite to eat last night (we had quite a big late lunch at Universal). Found a great complex of bars and restaurants called Chimes which opened out into a Courtyard and seemed a bit "posher" than Clarke Quay. Definitely "our scene". Very relaxed with a good choice of eateries. Had some tapas and then walked down to Boat Quay over the bridge was really nice. Boat quay has a range of restaurants and bars alongside the river - lots of ex pats out ...

So we are here on Singapore. What's it like? Well, rather good actually. People are incredibly friendly, our hotel is good, albeit the room is small and the weather is hot but very humid. They are so efficient here - through security into a taxi and right to hotel no problems - about 30 minutes in total max after another good Emirates flight. Good night sleep then yesterday we had a good luck around the city. Kept on getting lost at first. A kind old man on a...