Put a dot on the map
My brother give me a ride around 6:00 am to the Quebec Airport . Too cool to leave from his own city and not have to do 300 km during the night or the day before. It will become a usual flight trip from my hometown. This airport is so small that it’s useless to go early before departure. I exchanged my poor $ 180 Canadian they give me back $ 155 U.S., a loss of $ 25, there goes my precious money.
I landed in Chicago all goes smoothly, the Customs gave me a warm welcome. It’s very different from my past experiences with Americans Montreal custom. I entered like how one would a 7-Eleven, I like the yellow alert grade. Viva America ..!
3:00 p.m., I flew from Chicago to Hong Kong. An endless flight of 15 hours 26 minutes. I looked at the in flight airline magazine. I saw some prices on beer and drinks. Oh shit! However, I checked on expedia.com and it seemed that there was no charge on the drink for international flights on Delta Airline . The stewardess walked with her trolley, but I see only pathetic coke cans and orange juice … oh my God! The journey may be long without liquid sleeping pills. Oh! This old “tricky” Asiatic got a bottle of red wine …I’m saved … beep! beeep! vodka orange juice please …. The trip suddenly becomes more comfortable.
I joined a friendly original traveler who comes from the same city as me. He will join his friend who is now a lawyer in Hong Kong. We talked a bit and went to sleep as much as possible on our respective seats. Fifteen lucky people don’t have someone sitting on either sides of them and they can sleep on their full-length. Ah, lucky …. I found it hard to fall asleep and I watch the too Extreme Hollywood action movie Iron Man 2 for the third time with eyes half-closed. Not to say I wished I had the choice of film or my own portable DVD player. 15 hours is a long trip, finally the captain announces the arrival into Hong Kong. I’m finally in my promised land : Asia. The Hong Kong airport is not very impressive and it seems to me that mountains surround. Weird, the skyscrapers I was expecting were out of sight.
I find the comfortable Asian smoking rooms where CNN broadcasts Hong Kong (HK) played continuously. I have not slept for 15 hours and I am beginning to be tired . I went around the airport. There are the traditional duty free with major brand stores such as Gucci. I noticed a strange candy store filled with “hong kongian” who seemed to be addicted. I entered what I believed to be a convenience store, but it was a pharmacy of traditional Chinese medicines…Do have you beer ..It’s Canadian medecine lol Lol ….I exchanged $20 US dollar to Hong Kong money so that I can contact my girlfriend. I wanted to tell her that everything is going well and to pick me at the airport because I was arriving shortly. The phones did not seem to want to work with me, you must see their coins which are so thick. It’s unbelievable that they can fit into the public handset slot. There is even a piece that looks like a star rounded corner. They are crazy this Chinese oh excuse me “Hong konnese!” I saw some computers back in the corridors and a user looking like a tourist. I asked him what he did to gain access to the internet. He said: “You must go into the restaurant next door.” I went in to ask what’s the deal, they said, just buy anything and we will give you access … OK I’ll take this Corona! yummy … $ 5 for a beer and internet access. A small miracle in an airport … thank you Mao …
I sent my confirmation email to my girlfriend, I went back in the same plane and at the same place … it was refueled, the crew changed and it was clean. A cloud of mist came out of the ceiling and flooded the plane, what happens there, apparently nothing special. It’s just a way to cool the air more quickly. It is scary to see when you’ve never seen the fog from the ceiling just before takeoff. This time, I am lucky there is no one sitting in my row of three seats. I can finally sleep all the way til the end of the flight. Recovering just in time before my final destination, Singapore in 3 hours and 30 minutes. I advise you to share your flight with a bloody mary, it’s tasty and it’s smooth on your stomach with the spicy Clamato. I landed at the airport and I went to passport control. Still, a moment of doubt and stress is leading. The customs looked intensively at my passport which was almost used to its full capacity. What are you doing in Singapore? I am just visiting a friend. You must register their details here, I take a book of matches torn with the number of my beloved and wrote the same thing on the official form. hmmm not very professional all that I thought in my head. She asked to see my return ticket and finally stamped my visa free for 30 days … I’m officially in this tiny country which is totally unknown to me. Let the adventure begin ….
Nepal peak of contrast
Oh my god i like Singapore, i got lot of stuff to show you in the next week till this time i propose you this:
Our sympathic polish couple continue their fantastic trip around the world and send us some news from their visit of india and Nepal. Always cool to have some news from you guys!
here the’re postcard :
Hindu people all over Nepal are celebrating Krishna Janmashtami today 1 september 2010 to mark the birth of Lord Krishna.
can not imagine how much Asia is shameless, hy hy. Genitals, which hides shyly in western, in Nepal are exposed as a sign of authority and power of Shiva– Hindi god.
Here are some pictures,
linga= phallus
yoni= vagina
Localisation: Kathmandu, Nepal
Nepal is a landlocked country in Southern Asia, between the Tibet Autonomous Region of China and India. It contains eight of the world’s 10 highest peaks, including Mount Everest – the world’s tallest. Nepal recently was declared a republic and has abolished the monarchy.With an area of 147,181 square kilometres (56,827 sq mi) and a population of approximately 30 million, Kathmandu is the nation’s capital and the country’s largest metropolitan city.
Nepal is commonly divided into three areas: the Mountain, Siwalik region and Terai Regions. These ecological belts run east-west and are vertically intersected by Nepal’s major, north to south flowing river systems. The fertile and humid south is heavily urbanized. Nepal is a country of highly diverse and rich geography, culture, and religions. By some measures, Hinduism is practised by a larger majority of people in Nepal than in any other nation. Buddhism, though a minority faith in the country, is linked historically with Nepal as the birthplace of the Buddha. The blending of both these religious philosophies provides a message of peace and harmony to all visitors. About half of the population live below the international poverty line of US$1.25 a day.
This outstanding Best of Nepal trip appeases the appetite of every adventure lovers, it combined three diverse adventure activities : trekking, rafting and jungle safari in one trip. Although, Nepal is a tiny country offers bountiful of beauty and impressive tourist attractions.
The sixty one ethnic groups living within the Kingdom exhibit their own individual language and culture. Many species of endangered animals are protected in some of the world’s oldest established National Parks enticing thousands of visitors annually. There is so much more to experience and explore, so why not step into this unique country and enjoy the hospitality of the most friendly people world wide.
Visas for citizens of most countries are available on arrival at the land borders and at the airport in Kathmandu at a cost of US$25 for 15 days, US$40 for 30 days and US$100 for 90 days multiple entry visa. Tourist visa can be granted for a maximum of 150 days in a visa year. You can pay this in Nepali Rupees, US dollars or Indian rupees.
The ceasefire signed by the Maoists has seen the opening up of routes with new airlines inthe country. There are direct flights from Kathmandu to Bangkok, Singapore, Hong Kong with Dragon Air/Cathay Pacific.
Main hightlights are :
- Trekking
- Ethno tourism
- Rafting
- Mountain bike
- Motorcycling
- Jungle safari – The Royal Chitwan National Park,
- Yoga
- Massage
- Trance Parties – “The Last Resort”, near the Tibetan border, has frequent Full Moon Trance Parties, lasting 2-3 days. Watch for posters and check music shop
Nepal overview
Nepal overview 2
Singapore mi amore!
Asia call the wild again. I miss my girlfriend and I say it’s an great opportunity for visiting Singapore this ultra-modern cultural boiling city.
This town is know as country of 5 million people in the south-east of Malaysia and are made of Chinese (65%), Indians (15%), Malays (15%) and abroad throughout the world . This is the most densely populated countries in the world after Monaco and it is surely one of the best examples of harmonious culture and technology on this planet. After gaining independence from UK in 1965, the country has managed to transform itself in less than 40 years from poor shoe salesman barefoot at the leader of the global economy.
I would try to give you my impressions and advice on this city in constant motion in perfect climate thanks to its proximity to the equator. Little India, the zoo at night, the world’s largest Ferris wheel overlooking the city called the “Singapore Flyer“, its great food, a collosal seaport and its many attractions will all be parts of a new series of adventure on Getlostin Asia …!
PS … our Poland explorers couple have send another postcard from India and Nepal this time. here is a picture for you to make you waiting till i publish their adventure …!
