Travel - First the mountain, now the farm.

I have been to Kluang once for mountain climbing (small mountain, lol). In June, I was given an opportunity to be in Kluang again, and it was for a 4D3N farmstay, something which I have not tried. I have forgotten to blog about this when I came back, so this is kind of an outdated post. I want to preserve all my precious memories of my travel, especially one like this. =)

I went to UK Agro Farm, located in Kluang (not UK -_-). It's a 2-3 hours journey from Singapore. The entire farm is huge. I remembered what captivated me first was that rugged-looking van.

Welcome to Farmstay! 

I shall not go through the tiring process of writing what I have done, perhaps just some reflections from various activities. =)

Sheep Challenge, something I would never imagine doing because I am scared to have contact with the sheep la. I mean they kicked when you try to grab hold of their legs. So all I do is to help corner them for those who dare to catch it. hahahaha.

A moment as farmer, fertilizing the plots of land in the farm

What I enjoyed the most was sitting there watching at that big plot of lands, and at certain timing, the sheep will be released for grazing. I enjoy that peaceful moment.

The field outside our room. Sunset in Kluang.

Night activity - Releasing of the lantern into the sky!

I enjoyed this journey very much, not just the activities but the people whom I went with. They made this whole trip memorable. No wonder there is a saying - A journey is best measured in friends, not in miles. I might not have travelled very far, but these bunch of people made this journey precious to me. =)

Purposeful Traveller - Till we meet again, beautiful place.

Food - Suprette

I think I made a right choice on Suprette to celebrate a friend's birthday. The place was quiet even though it was a Friday night, and because the restaurant was relatively small, it was very cosy too.

Suprette is located in Kam Leng Hotel. Such an oldie hotel. hehehe.

I read good reviews on the Ricotta & Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast and Suprette Burger, hence I knew I must try this two!

Each dish comes with a side salad and fries, free flow of fries!!! 

The Suprette Burger ($25) was good, the bun was nicely toasted and the meat patty was quite juicy. The Chicken breast ($24) also didn't disappoint, I think like what the review says, it is pretty tender considering its breast meat. Oh, and the fries, we cannot even finish the first serving. TOO MUCH. 

Therefore we thought next time we should just order one main course and one started to share, because two main course were too much. >.<

I think with a bigger gorup it would be better!

Pardon my ugly phone

Some oldie stuff around the hotel lobby.

I think if I am looking for somewhere quiet for dinner or some drinks, I will come back here again.

Purposeful Traveller - Come hungry!

Travel - Sun, Sea, Seafood and Sihanoukville

Bangkok trip reminded me of Cambodia and I have decided to blog about Cambodia in more details. Well, after so many years right. I shall start with my favourite.
Sihanoukville, also known as Kampong Som is located 185 kilometres southwest of Phnom Penh, Cambodia's capital. It is about a 3 hours drive.

I have been to Sihanoukville twice, once in 2005 and another time in 2008. Both occasions I did the same thing - EAT SEAFOOD!!!

When we were approaching the town of Kampong Som, we stopped by a stretch of stalls selling fresh seafood! Take your pick on the crabs and prawns and not forgetting the super duper good sweet chilli sauce. After choosing the seafood, they will steam it on the spot!

We will then continue our journey to the beachfront! Back then, it was still not a touristy place, I am not too sure about now though. We chose a table and sat down, ready to feast on the seafood while enjoying the sea breeze. =) One of my best experience in Cambodia.

After food, we just stroll along the seaside while the kids play.

Then have some yummy mangoes as dessert. Life can so good.

We just spend the whole afternoon there till sunset. There, we watched the sunset. Simplicity is such a bliss. Even until now I can still remember the freshness of seafood, the sweetness of the mangoes, the warmth of the sea breeze and the beauty of the sunset. It will be etched in my memory. =)

Purposeful Traveller - Will I ever see you again?

Mr. Jones Orphanage, Bangkok

Bangkok was never on my travel list  until someday I came across Mr. Jones' Orphanage and also the vintage train market.

The one I visited was located in Siam Center, but I think it is one of the branch they had. There we were in this cafe after some walking. We chit chatted here for some time before we headed back to our hotel!

The queue was long, I guess because of the prime location.

Mouth watering cakes right at the doorstep, everyone (including me!) was snapping pictures like as if we were visiting a zoo or something. Too many choices, too little stomach space. 

The cafe was designed to be like a train! The seats gave me a "Harry Potter" feel. haha. But the structure made it a little difficult to maneuver inside the cafe,  the service crew (including us) has to bend down in order to move around the cafe. -_-

We ordered a supposedly "best seller"?. Err. I wondered why is it best seller. To me it wasn't that fantastic and the three of us were joking about maybe this cake is not that best selling and they put "best seller" to trick customers into ordering it. lol.

Ok, this strawberry waffles is good. Sinfully good. Give me all the whipped cream!

I didn't manage to find the vintage train market. Sigh. It was relocated and it is way too far for us. I guess with this regret, I might return to Bangkok again?

Purposeful Traveller - 101 reasons to go back besides the shopping.

Hello September!

August ended well!

Hello September!

I went to public garden on the last day of August and I must say Chijmes is such an attractive place, I will be back! =)

I am looking forward to the exciting things happening in September, one of it will be TRAVELLING! FINALLY!!! After so many years, I decided to go to Bangkok. =D

Purposeful Traveller - It is time to travel!