On approach to SJU

Taken on approach to San Juan, Puerto Rico.

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Over the Caribbean, that’s either a C-130 or a strange bird

First you fly over the Caribbean, then you fly over San Juan and the rest of the island until you finally land. Nice and warm out there!

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Interesting radio car…looks like a taxi at first glance.

There’s a hotel and casino inside the Airport. Perfect for early morning departures.

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That’s not me; I took the photo

Since we were here for a Mileage Run cos it’s the end of the year, we hung out at the airport for a few hours and took the same plane back. 7250 EQM plus 100% 1K bonus for $230. Not bad!

NYC Xmas 2008

I was in NYC for a few days to experience Xmas. I saw some traditional wrapping…

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I know some girls who would like this entire building under their tree!

And speaking of trees…

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The big Xmas tree at Rockefeller Center, devoid of tourists!!

The weather there was incredibly cold. First night was 17 degrees, second night was 27 and the third day was 62. SIXTY TWO!

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After two cold rainy days, it’s sunny. And WARM?!?

On one of the cold days, I made it to the City Bakery for a much needed cuppa cocoa with a iceberg-like (sized) marshmallow. Yum!
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Yes, it’s really that big!
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City Bakery
3 W 18th Street
NY NY 10011
http://www.thecitybakery.com

Singapore Notes, Dec 08

Learned from my last visit:
Bukit Timah is far; off the beaten track with no MRT access
You can SMS for a taxi and guess what, they show up! Here’s a useful iPhone app
Oosh on Dempsey Road is far but a nice place to have a drink and meet local bloggers.
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Apple and me. I need to go on a diet…
Her blog is here.