I would think that a whole day under the hot sun would be torturous, and not to forget the boredom too...
Boy, the sun was scorching mad, all right, but you would not believe how I had enjoyed myself!
AND JUST HOW HUGE IS THIS AREA?
Mind you, that is just a fraction of...
CHANGI EXHIBITION CENTRE
This is the same area where the Singapore Air Show would be held yearly.
Once again, a hermit coming out of her shell into a whole new place! I was quite taken aback with the size of this place -imagine how cool it would be, holding your personal parties and car races here!
Stepping into the function room, I was greeted with this lovely layout:
On the left of the room is where the holding area for their internal personnel is; in addition to the tea reception and registration area. While on the right of the room, is the seminar section where talks were given to their esteemed guests. I must say, they have engaged very good host as well as trainers (one of whom even flew in from Brisbane!) for the seminar. Fancy me, getting all intrigued by the videos and topics that they had provided insights on!
And here, may I present you, the Lucky Two who graced this event:
Both of us were given a free and easy schedule. Amidst the seminar, we explored the whole place. While poor me, paid uncountable visits to the washroom -bad weather, I actually gulped down 7 bottles of distilled water!
Here, the internal hall of the centre:
WHAT WOULD YOU DO, COOPED IN A HALL THIS HUGE?
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I do not know about you, but I...
I played Warehouse Cop (Think: The movie, Paul Blart: Mall Cop)!
"Beware, intruders! This is my territory for me to safe-guard. Now, move along..."
So what is it that I am on?
Some of you may have already known, not me though!
And thus, my bombarding of questions to the Segway Trainer...
Segway Trainer is from Segway Sentosa. And it was nice of them to have an Introductory-booth set up here for everyone to try on the Segways. Hop along to their site and get yourself on a Segway Fun Ride through the beaches of Sentosa!
I love how this transport is so user-friendly! What with its ultra-sensitivity to my body movement, it moves exactly how and where I want it to... For a left turn, all you have to do is to place more pressure on your left foot, and vice versa for a right turn. Moving forward would take a slight bend forward on the handle; while to stop, all you have to do is to either stand equally on both feet, or get yourself in the position whereby you stick your bums out!
My first try on it was scary. I mean c'mon, it was something foreign to me, you can't expect me to love it right away!
But gosh, after the supervision of the Trainer, I was well on my way, zooming all over the huge exhibition hall.
Yes, seriously zooming high and low, fast and steady, all over the hall!
Both of us had such fun. And I dare say, you would love it the same too!
Ditching our fun part, we went along to join the circuit training,
...as spectators. If only I was in one of those cars!
Soon before I knew it, it was the end of everything!
Winners emerged; prize-giving pictures taken...
I took in one last sight of everything before I make a move.
And ahh, the evening sight that waved me goodbye...
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What splendid days I have had for the past two days. Like woah, just which Lucky Lady is smiling at me, getting me into two very fascinating assignments, one after another.
DAY ONE
Capella Singapore, a 6-star luxury hotel located at SentosaIsland, and while for the day after... (we shall go into that later!)
Seriously, what with all of its exquisite architecture and design, along with the most attentive and unassuming service staffs, I give my two thumbs up for Capella!
Such an exposure, all thanks to Next Magazine, a Hong Kong-based publication -they had a reporter and a photographer flew in to cover an editorial for Capella Singapore, with me engaged as their model.
And gosh, I really have to rave on and on about this resort-themed hotel. Somehow, stepping foot on it, I was magically brought oversea -I still could not get over the fact that it just gives me such serenity, feeling so away from the city buzz of typical Singapore... YOU HAVE GOT TO EXPERIENCE IT YOURSELF!
So here I am, in the room, waiting for the reporter and photographer. Boy, am I glad to have the company of the a very duper ultra-nice Public Relations Executive of Capella.
But still, that does still give me time to goof around with picture-takings! And here is something for you to wow at:
Comfy Bed
The Front of the Bedroom
See that door at the back? That is the balcony area. And oh, did I mention that almost everything in this room is operated by this digital controller by the bed? AWESOME STUFF, I tell you!
Daybed by the Window
Bathtub for the Exhibitionist in Us Right behind the balcony area Bathroom Walkway
With the room tour and laying out of my clothes (yes, I do have to iron them myself amidst all these!), We are all set out for the shoot!
We were led to a couple of areas, and here are some of which I could shamelessly whip my camera out for some quick snaps!
Pathway to Auriga Spa
...with life-sized fished donning all over the wall.
Auriga Spa Couple Room With me, waiting for the set-up...
Stairway to...
...the library. YES, THE LIBRARY! Just how fascinating is it! I must add, every area in Capella is like an Art Exhibition corner with such exquisite art pieces.
Here's one, at the top of the stairway And, behold...
THE LIBRARY LEVEL
It is delightful to know that behind this, is the tea reception area, more like a cafe for avid readers!
Cassia
You would never believe if I were to tell you that this is a Chinese Restaurant! Look at the place, and tell me not:
Cassia got me beaming!
Behind the scene at Cassia
I wish I had taken as much pictures as I should have! I feel sorry for myself...
The villas, the gorgeous "three-tier" swimming pools overviewing the scenery up from above, the outdoor lounge, the walk ways, the soothing interior design -everything of the magnificent buildings of Capella!
A couple of hours in there and it could sweep my feet away -like I'm on cloud nine- I would kill to be a few-day resident there, to relish in the romantic view of the night.
CAPELLA, JUST YOU WAIT -I WILL "SAVOUR" YOU THOROUGHLY -through and through- ONE FINE DAY!
DAY TWO
What pays you to have you aching all over your arms, sun-burnt and yet got you gushing in this indescribable adrenaline rush?
For those who have not seen/ known of Ski 360° yet:
(extracted from http://www.ski360degree.com/)
IT WAS MY FREAKING FIRST TIME WATERSKIING!
Right, to tell you the truth, water and I, is like... dogs and cats -"Meow, go away, Mr Water-woof!" But, somehow I turned into a tigress and agreed to undertake this assignment.
AND SO MY ADVENTURE BEGINS...
(I was so afraid, it had elapsed my mind to bring along my digicam! Apologies, for the lack of my own pictures. For better illustrations, images have been extacted, as per the credits under each of them.)
First shoot: some snaps on me browsing through the Pro Shop and registering at the counter. (I must say, it does not help that I have to sign the Indemnity Form before my briefing. I mean, yes, I know this is the standard procedure, but that just got reality sinking in: I am not dreaming, I am actually about to get into the water!)
Dressed in my life-vest and helmet, the instructor went through with me on a short briefing. That was when I was being introduced to the Kneeboard. (It is a ski board whereby we were to knelt down on it, with its strap secured over our thighs.)
"That's for beginners, and kids," he added. I laughed, "For kids," I repeated after him, more to comfort myself.
And with this bar code strapped on my wrist, I scanned it on the system and before I knew it, I zoomed off! Holding real tightly on the handle of the cable, I started talking to myself while putting all my concentration on it.
"Alright, steady, here you go."
"Oh no, the board is shaking; duck your body lower, lower; yes, I gained control!"
"Uh-oh, the first turn. Pull the handle to your left, push your front body to the right!"
"Yes, I did the turn well!"
"Boy, am I good at this; I feel like a pro already!"
On and on I went, till the seconds before the last corner of turn, a thought suddenly stuck me real hard...
"Right, so now, how do I stop ? I have to fall into the water to stop? Gee, I can't stop; hell no, please. How, how, how..."
DANG!
The cable snapped hard...
in I fell, HEAD FIRST!
I struggled under, "Oh, no, why isn't the vest floating me up...", and that was when I realised I have to remove the strap over my knees.
I SURVIVED!
Stranded in the middle of the water, I have to kick myself back to shore, yet at the same time, look out for on-coming skiers. I kicked and swim the life of me. I took a good 10 minutes just to reach the exit sign. Panting like a mad dog (oh, CAT, I mean), I dragged my aching legs and arms, while at the same time, having to carry the kneeboard, all the way back to the starting point.
PHEW.
The aches and the fear, it had got me shivering all over. I seriously doubt I could do it again. The shooting crew were so understanding that they allowed me to rest and calm my nerves. I sat for like ages, talking myself in for the next ride for the photographer needed more shots of me on it.
WOAH, I felt like I was in some American's Next Top Model show; you know, the segment where they were to push their fears aside, photo-taking session with snakes, doing flying stunts and such?
HAHA!
(AHEM, I must add, everyone paid their compliment on how well a first timer I was on the kneeboard! I did not believe it at first until I saw many others, who sunk into the water few seconds after their take-off -ahem ahem, not bad eh?)
And boy, was I glad, when I finally managed to muster up my courage. Just one last shot, and that is it, I thought to myself.
This time round, the crew wanted a shot at the double-partners on a kneeboard. An instructor was asked in to team up with me. He is a nice chap from Greece and yet could speak in Malayu! While quening up for our turn, I was amazed by how well he had assured me when I was almost in tears relating to him just how afraid I am, "...just the part where I was suddenly sinking into the water... that trepidation..." I explained to him.
So how do you do the couple-kneeboard "stunt"? One partner would have to knelt down while the other (me, in this instance) would have to squat behind. With my arms closing in and locking on his chest, "blending in" with his body, the instructor (in the front) would hold and control the handle of the cable.
ZOOOOOMMMMMM~~~
Off I went, rounds, cuts, ducks, I had my eyes shut tight for the first few seconds. Then came the part I fear most -he asked me to let go of him when we were to sink into the water to end the ride. In I went, but I must say, at least this time, I did not get to swallow the water and smell it bad!
YAY, I have finally overcome my fear with this second round, and I thought my ordeal is finally over, until...
the crew requested us both to be on the WAKEBOARD.
WAKEBOARD? You kidding me? My legs would be too wobbly to stand!
I DID IT ANYWAY...
AND SCREAMED MY LUNGS OUT.
THEN...
I got pleasantly surprised!
It felt so good, better than in F1 race cars (not as if I have had been on them before, BUT...); I was told to bend my knees, push my body weigh from one side to the other, and all in all, "blend in" with his body. The rush of excitement was too good to be true -I ACTUALLY WAS ENJOYING MYSELF!
Until...
We had to stop, which means, falling head first into the water... NOT! Once we were off the cable, we gradually sunk in, while our heads still being above the water. I was so incredibly wowed by this fact that I kept telling the instructor how great he had made my day!
JUST WHEN I WAS ENJOYING MYSELF...
I was told to do one last round before we have to wrap everything up =(
And this time, I was told to let go of my hand and wave at the camera when we skied past one of the corners.
AND IT WAS TIME TO PACK UP...
We said our good byes and off we go; while me adding in response if I were to come here to ski again: "Yes, I definitely will; BUT, only if that same instructor-partner is there for me!"
