2011.06.13_17_Angkor Wat (Part II)

Sun set ; sun rise We miss the sun set... so sad...Heavy rain poured and affect our schedule. We almost miss sun rise as our fren, driver pick us late. The tour guide and driver is very nervous and worry, we have to console them that we are fine even though we miss the sun rise. The driver "drive" trishaw very fast & tour guide, Vanna walks super fast and "force" us to take photos from the angle, location and posture that he commanded. It sound very strange. We just follow their pace and fulfill their will to serve. Hundreds of people waiting at the best location. Some of the luxury trip tourist entitle to sit which provided by hotel @ travel agency. During photo session, a lot of ugly faces turns up, many of them fight for best angle to take photos and didn;t move their ass away. Some of them are extremely ridiculous, they just stand there!!! Are they transparent?Are they grow up with eating glass? Dun be surprise, most of them are Europeans.

War museum: After two days of non-stop temples site visit, it become less excited. We decided go to War Museum. Well, it just another "tourist spot". It pretty simple, displaying some of the old tankers, weapons and some photos. War Museum guide is an ex-soldier , a victim from civil war. He keep telling us that his wife was passed away two weeks ago, he needs more SUPPORT. This hint you shall give more tips. It was very irritating and out of generosity, I gave him USD1.00 He stare at me and try to show pity face again to us...Sorry, mate. U deserve what you contribute.Anyhow, we have a great time overtime when the guide was not around, imagine myself become superhero in Command & Conquer...

Transport: A unique view, more than 90% car on the roads were Toyota. Our driver picked us via Toyota Camry at airport ( nothing special, right), then he went home and ride a motorbike to our guest house. Cambodian is very innovative, they create a connector and attached a trishaw on motorbike. The driving speed is slow 30-40 kmph which is good enough for us to sightseeing beautiful street view. Unfortunately, SiemReap street is very dusty ( similar with Mumbai, Bombay), pls be advised to wear mask.

During the temple visit, to satisfy our wish-to-be royal family dream, we had an elephant ride from the main gate. Assuming all the visitors are the peasants and welcoming and celebrate our arrival. Many passers-by take photo, we have to show our diplomatic skills and wave our hands like prince and princess...hahahahaToo many beautiful photos need to share with you all, had made a clip with Khmer traditional music.

Kind advise: if you are not keen on history, religions ,architecture and hate outdoors. Angkor is not the right place for you.

2011.06.13_17_Angkor Wat (Part I)

Eventually, I'm went to Angkor Wat, Siem Reap.

The moment we landed Siam Reap airport, a friendly tour guide , Vanna is waiting us at lobby bay. Vanna is 40 ++ gentleman and always try his best to introduce this beautiful country and cultural for us esp the history and background of Angkor Wat. He is extremely professional , is willing to spend time to share all these Hinduism and Buddhism with us. He share his knowledge bout the structure , system and the moral value behind each crafting to us. My advise is if you happen to visit AngkorWat, you MUST hire a authorized tour guide. If not, you will end up with heading no where and frustrated with all these old buildings. Each wall hidden a beautiful story, I very appreciate Vanna's patience and his sharing. At least, I can figure out and different either the building was built or crafted based on Hinduism or Buddhism. From temples's visit, i found that no matter how smart and creative human being is, nature can defeats us. It just matter of time.

Food: Cambodia food is similar with Thai food and Vietnamese food, Tom Yam, SongTham ( Mango Salad), Spring Roll, Green Curry n etc. The most traditional delicacy is Amok, a very popular Khmer dish, but i don't like it as i not keen sticky rice dishes. After meal, Pineapple, Watermelon, and BANANA is a must for desert. Therefore, don't worry bout digestion problem! The food in Siem Reap consider reasonable since they have "tourist menu", the price is triple high compare with local price. Lucky me, all the meal was included in the tour package, we have 3 main courses plus 1 dessert for every meal. "Tourist price" is USD20++; in contrast, USD8 for local customer.Ironically, the beer in city centre pub area is cheaper than normal street @ restaurant. One mug draught beer only cost USD 0.50 , we love Cambodia beer!!!

2011.06.09_An intruder

An unexpected visitor sneak into my bathroom. I haven't meet him more than 20 years. What a dreadful reunion , Mr Millipede. How can he survive in concrete jungle with full of human waste? Apparently, he is bit drunk and can't walk on the line. Very funny lol... he got so many legs ... then oh... can't walk properly....If he encounter with traffic officer, sure will receive summon.

2011.05.21_Employee Communication Session

In general, Employee Communication event shall organize in hotel but not any training centre. It looks ....

The food is...

Overall, this event mainly for reporting but not sincere interaction.

My whole precious Saturday was...

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Can't wait for my next week holiday ;p

2011.05.16_Wesak Day

After long working hours and finish at 11PM, I been forced to go to Brickfields mid night. It was difficult to find a parking space but surprisingly not crowded as I thought. The light decor is nice & good for photo-shooting.

The love token after donation but not me as donor.

2011.05.01_Japanese Food

Even though I'm not Japanese food fan, I accompany LKW and celebrate LKW B'day at Raku Zen. In my mind, I always thought Raku Zen is super-duber expensive aft Hannah's introduction. Surprisingly, the price is not much different with this Japanese restaurant group other's range chain restaurant " Pasta Zanmai" or "Sushi Zanmai" , if you order the set meal. As usual , I have ordered cold noodle , " green tea soba thing". I have also ordered beef come with mini BBQ pot. The burning material is soft of Jelly-like liquid, very interesting. LKW is ordered set sashimi & tempura and 3 little fish. The food is much more better than Zanmai-zanmai and no need queue...

Personal rate: 4 over 5

P/S: Don't ask me bout LKW

2011.04.30_Don&Sam_BigDay

My ex-housemate, Don's big day!!! Love his vow esp when he mentioned all his apple stuffs: iphone, ipod, imac will become we-phone, we-pod, we-mac, to share to his spouse till the end. Wish this couple not only be fruitful in spirit but also need to harvest and create more mini Don & mini Sam.

Oh no... our Korean drama best actor: Don Cheng Dong is crying like a little baby :.....( His speech make half of the guests' heart melting and tearing included myself. Good job, Don.

Both parents were overwhelming with tears of joy.Our fren,Miss Charise manage to return from UK Royal Wedding to attend CDC Royal Wedding. Luckily, I also prepare day & nite outfits. Nana, u are becoming professional camerawoman after some alcohol.

P/S : looking forward another wedding... when is my turn?