Back from yet another trip to Singapore, I managed to visit the Raffles Hotel, the birthplace of the Singapore Sling. This photo was taken at the Long Bar at the Raffles Hotel, just before we received the somewhat shocking bill of $238 Singapore Dollars for 2 drinks each for a party of four of us. Despite the exchange rate they were still rather expensive drinks. But they sure were tasty.

After having walked around the area in the evening, I barely recognized the Singapore riverfront during the day time. What a difference lighting makes. This is the Fullerton Hotel, another Singapore landmark rich on history, on the Singapore River. I think I’ll ask to be put up there next time I’m in Singapore. Yeah, sure :)

Back from a short trip to Singapore, I managed a couple of photo outings in the evening. The heat and humidity, though it’s now the ‘cool’ season, was difficult to deal with. No matter how much your pace yourself, it doesn’t take long to turn into a sweat soaked mess. At times the relative humidity is so high raindrops seem to materialize out of nowhere. Always carry an umbrella with you, and a small towel to wipe the sweat of your forehead.

This is the Lionhead, the national symbol of Singapore. Located in front of the Fullerton Hotel along the Singapore river, it is a main attraction for visitors.