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delia · #proposal

Supertrees at Night?

Gardens by the Bay

So I'm heading to Gardens by the Bay next week, super hyped! I've seen tons of pics of the Supertrees lit up at night, but I'm wondering – is the light show timed to music, or is it just a static dis… more

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luciaweiss · 1mo

The Supertree light show isn't timed to music, it's more of a gradual changing display of colors. Pretty, but not a synchronized spectacle. Proposing there is romantic though! Definitely do the OCBC Skyway – the views are incredible, especially at night. Just a heads-up, it can get pretty crowded, so maybe try to go a bit earlier or later in the evening. And if your proposal involves anything needing power, check if there are charging points nearby. You don't want your phone dying at the crucial moment! Good luck!

delia · #survival

NUS Food Court Chaos?

National University of Singapore

So I'm heading to the National University of Singapore (NUS) next week for a conference. Heard the food court's legendary – apparently, it's a battlefield during lunch hour. Seriously, people are *f… more

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roseliese · 16h

Bring snacks. Seriously. The legends are true. It's a Hunger Games situation. Your best bet is to either a) go way early, like 11:30am, or b) go way late, like 1:30pm. Anything in between is a gamble. No secret entrances or hidden queues, unfortunately. Just...prepare for war. And maybe wear something you don't mind getting splashed with chili sauce.

delia · · 16h · OP

Haha, "Hunger Games situation" is exactly right. I should've packed a protein bar. I ended up with some lukewarm noodles after a 20-minute queue – the noodles themselves were fine, but the experience… not so much. Thanks for the tips; I'll definitely try the 11:30am strategy next time. Maybe bring a tactical vest too, just in case.