History, Vegan food and lot of walking

We did plan a day at the 'Gardens in the Bay', but the forecast was a 90% chance of showers with thunder (and implied lightning). So, we decided on a Plan B, and anticipating rain, we decided on the National Museum. I also thought it was time we expanded our transport into the 21st century, so I downloaded the 'Grab' app, the equivalent of Uber here. Despite its regional office in Singapore, Uber does not operate here. So we ventured downstairs and called up a Grab car, which duly turned up, and we got a great ride to the Museum.

The museum was running a special exhibition on the history of Singapore. It was well done, and we all learned a lot. After the Museum, we decided to walk to Clarke Quay on the Singapore River, a 20-minute walk away. Google got us there with a slight hiccup when we had to walk around an area, which upset it a bit. I sorted it out while the two ladies asked two Singaporean ladies which way to go. They were horrified that anyone would walk that far. We proved them wrong...

We got to Clarke Quay and went into an eponymous mall. It was not too impressive as it was a rabbit warren with many walled-off areas. We did get a great coffee, though. We then walked around the waterfront area with its many bars and restaurants. We then decided to get an early dinner and walk back to the hotel - another 25-minute walk. With Tricia's new-found veganism, we accessed the Happy Cow app, which directed us to a completely vegan burger establishment. It was back in the above-mentioned rabbit warren. So back we trudged, and with the help of another food outlet, we found it. The food was very good, although my burger might have been improved with a large beef patty instead of the soya-based item it came with. The vegan french fries were just fine, though.

We cranked up Google Maps again and walked back. It was actually very easy, as we followed the river until we were close to the hotel.

Back in the hotel again. Check out tomorrow, but we have a full day free as the plane to Gatwick doesn't leave until midnight. Maybe we will get to the 'Gardens in the Bay'.Læs mere