Life between trips

This is a no surprise "surprise" by SO to celebrate our 5th wedding anniversary. I was actually informed weeks before the actual day (in anticipation of disruptions to our schedule due to other personal commitments,) Yes! We are boring this way. Sofitel is located in the heart of CBD and easy access to great food in the area. We decided on having dinner at OTTO restaurant. The restaurant is easily accessible by foot. Days before our due arrival, we receive an email asking us about our time of arrival. We replied that we are locals and will need parking space for the night. There is no free parking for provided for guests, but we are recommended a few cost efficient places to park for the night. Check in is a breeze and when we reach our room, there is already complimentary nonya desserts on the desk. The ondeh-ondeh is the best i ever tasted. The gula melaka burst in one pop and tasted heavenly. The room is well decorated but size is much smaller tha...

Ocean Suites 8 Sentosa Gateway, Sentosa Island, Singapore 098269 I am fortunate to be invited and manage to spend an afternoon there. Room service for the room from check in till i left that evening is impeccable. A manager is available to show us around the room upon check in and explain to us the room functionalities in detail.  The most impressive moment is when the manager unveil the sea aquarium and you catch your breath in awe. Bedroom on the first floor   Its a pretty spectacular moment. View to the Sea Aquarium Writing desk that gives you the perfect view Jacuzzi while fish watching The butler will come upon request to move away the wooden flooring (this is a little manual) to uncover the Jacuzzi. It will be better if this is made automated. This would have made the stay a little more seamless.  Though it may be nice to enjoy the Jacuzzi in your birthday suit thinking that you're alone in the room. It may not be wise during th...