Back in Singapore You do love to visit Singapore. I would probably stay in a different hotel each time to have a different neighborhood experience. But, I like change.
Back in Singapore I have stayed in different neighborhoods over the years, but this one is centrally located so that in a 10 minute walk or 2 stops on the MRT I can be in Chinatown, or the Central Business District, or the Harbourfront, or the Colonial District.....
Hi, thank you for your kind answer :) i did some more research in the meanwhile and i found it might be in the Rue Amerique de Sud (close to the corner with the Rue de la Liberté), that is actually just beneath the Tribunal de Commerce... Do you think that might be the right location? Thx a lot:)
Dean's Bar It's entirely possible, you are in the general area. I remember looking around and seeing the Cinema Rif, and the Tribunal. I know it wasn't very far from the Anglican church, and not too far from the El Minzah hotel and the Petit Socco. I hope you find it! There are some good stories in Tangier.
Have You Read Saint Jack? Happy New Year! I love your gumption in just cold calling Mr. Needham.
I can’t think of a better place to spend the new year. Back when I lived in Bangkok, I was puzzled by how important the English new year was to the Thais. I spent many hours bowed or prostrated in front of monks in the weeks leading up to January 1st!
Have you read Saint Jack by Paul Theroux? It is set in 1970s Singapore. A film adaptation was made and there is a fascinating story about how the filmmakers hoodwinked the Singapore authorities into believing they were filming something else because they feared that they wouldn’t be permitted to film Saint Jack there.
Saint Jack! Yes, I've read Saint Jack and seen the movie. In fact, about 10 years ago I made the attempt to track down all the film locations in the movie, most of which no longer exist, or have been re-purposed, like the Post Office into the Hotel Fullerton.
The movie has only been shown in Singapore once, and that was under the auspices of an historical society in order to show what Singapore looked like before all the urban renewal took place.
Thanks! I encourage you to check out his website. I think you will enjoy his stuff.
On another note: I went to Aqaba solely because of a scene in "Lawrence of Arabia" when looks looks over a hill, see Aqaba, and exclaims "Aqaba!" (Well, I've done things for dumber reasons than that.)
ASTINA333 What a serendipitous encounter in Bangkok! Meeting Jake Needham, my favorite author, after reaching out via email turned out to be a highlight of my trip. Our lunch outside Emquartier was casual and genuine, with effortless conversation about his diverse journey from a US lawyer to producing an HBO movie in Thailand and sharing a love for horse racing. The details added depth to the meeting, making it more than just a fan meeting an author but a genuine exchange of stories. Encouraging others to explore crime fiction set in Asia on Jake's website was a great way to share the experience. Happy travels and happy reading!
Happy New Year Karen Bangkok is a great place to spend the New Year. It is good seeing you traveling and blogging again. I'm glad you were brave enough to send the email. I'm glad you hot to meet the author. I will check out his works. Happy travels.
Memory test You are really testing my memory. As I recall, it was on Rue Sidi Bouarrakia, uphill from the Tribunal du Commerce. (I think!) It was a long time ago.
Digging deep within the city I always enjoy your adventures as you find these that are not mainstream. I enjoy walking the streets of discovery with you.
Digging deep One of the things I like about traveling alone is that I can take that side street to look at an interesting sign, and maybe, find something wonderful.
Koyoto I'm glad you are out exploring the world again. That is disappointing you were unable to get your manga sketch. I'm sure you will find other things to do.
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You do love to visit Singapore. I would probably stay in a different hotel each time to have a different neighborhood experience. But, I like change.