Friday, October 29, 2010

To Bali via Jetstar

Thanks to Jetstar's 6th Birthday Sale, we could get tickets as low as S$108! Although after group booking in 2 batches, plus adding the checked baggage, our average was raised to about S$126. But think about it.. $126 for a 6 day get-away to Bali? AWESOME!!

And we've got our good friends along for the ride too! Come soon Vesak Day!!

Friday, October 22, 2010

H88.com.sg's Guide to Buying a HDB Flat

This is a little funny, and possibly useful for people considering tying the knot or buying a HDB flat in Singapore:
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Monday, October 18, 2010

Currently making arrangements for our Bali photoshoot

That's right, we've made arrangements with aditiniranjan.com to do a photoshoot in Bali around April-May. This shoot was inspired by Mark & Jackie's wedding shoot in 2009. Thanks for the recommendation, ideas and support!

We'll be having some friends join us in this shoot/holiday. Looking forward to it already!

Monday, October 4, 2010

Looking for: Videographer/Photographer and Gowns

We are currently looking for recommendations for photographers/videographer to record the actual day's events. I know its kind of early, but we managed to get our hands on some vouchers and we need to make some objective comparison first.

We will also commence Shermaine's gown search soon as well. Again because we got a voucher that has a limited duration. We haven't yet decided on renting or making as friends' have advised that making one, or customizing a gown off the rack and buying it might not be any more costly than renting one.

Research research research! Do sound out any recommendations in the comments below, thanks!

Sunday, October 3, 2010

Pictures of Grand Park City Hall


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This is what the exterior of the hotel looks like. Located on Coleman Street, the area is rich in Singapore history, dating back to over 150 years when George Coleman (Singapore's first architect and advisor to Sir Raffles) himself lived. The courtyard of the hotel leading into the ground floor restaurant, Indulge, is probably the historic portion that has been integrated into the design of the newer hotel building. The hotel reception/lounge area is dominated by a skylight that lets in natural light and highlights the light brown marble that covers both the floor and wall surfaces. There are some famous eateries here including Indulge and Park Palace restaurant. There is also a water feature here where some couples may choose to have outdoor solemnizations.


The wedding show (02/10/10) - A Wedding Symphony

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The Grand Ballroom is quite nice, a selling point would be the newly completed renovation only a few weeks ago. Click here to read my earlier comments on the hotel and ballroom. Unfortunately, there's a maximum capacity of about only 300 people, ie. 30 tables. So we'll sadly have to trim down our guest-list for the dinner itself, and hope our friends don't mind joining in our celebration only at the Mass at Church. The pictures here were taken during our little sneak preview and during the wedding show that was held the Saturday after we signed with GPCH (we inked the deal on 01/10/10 - Children's Day!).

Tours were conducted of the 2 rooms on display today - The Governor's Suite and the Oriental Suite. Both types have their own perks, although if I had a choice, I'd like to mix the Oriental Suite's decor with the Governor's Suite's space and outdoor jacuzzi. According to the guide, there are 7 suites in total, but all suites are subject to availability on checking-in.

We got to sample the food during the show, and we agree with the online comments - the Wasabi Prawns are fantastic! Succulent with an excellent batter. Furthermore, we were 1 of the 10 winners of a lucky draw prize! Considering the excellent package and the perks we've received so far, we're REALLY glad we went with this hotel!

Click here for Grand Park City Hall's website.