We followed the transfer signed and again went through a security check. We found the Asiana lounge and were admitted without fuss. The lounge again was crowded and really showing signs of wear and tear. Ros inquired if we could get an earlier flight. The attendant tried to get Air Canada but they were closed at the time. She didn't offer any additional help. We asked where the Singapore lounge … [Read more...]
Borneo – Nexus Resort Karambunai
April 25, 2007 By 1 Comment
We were off to the island of Borneo. The province of Malaysia we were visiting is called Sabah. The Nexus Resort Karambunai was to be our home for the next ten days. The plan was to relax from the rushing around we had been doing in the cities we visited. The Nexus turned out to be the perfect place to do this. The resort has a spa and golf course both of which we took advantage of. The resort … [Read more...]
Batu Caves – Kuala Lumpur
April 23, 2007 By 1 Comment
The Batu Caves and Hindu temple are located outside Kuala Lumpur. We set off for the Caves in a minivan with six others. Along the way our first stop was at the Royal Selangor Pewter Factory. Here we saw how pewter was made and had a try at decorating a piece. Let me say that the highly skilled workers make it look easy. When we arrived at the site there is a climb of 272 steps to reach the caves … [Read more...]
Leaving Vietnam: Thousands See us Off
April 22, 2007 By Leave a Comment
We were picked up from our hotel at 10:00pm and taken to the airport. Upon arrival there were hundreds if not thousands of people outside the terminal building seeing friends and loved ones off. Our guide explained that this was customary to have several individuals see you off. We wound our way through the sea of waving arms and made it into the terminal. The check-in at the Asiana counter went … [Read more...]
