Showing posts with label 2011. Show all posts
Showing posts with label 2011. Show all posts
Friday, 16 December 2011
Wednesday, 5 October 2011
Singapore Grand Prix 2011 Day 1
A fantastic line-up at this year's Formula One Grand Prix in Singapore meant a trip down was essential.
Luckily we pre-empted this great line-up (knowing how high the standards are in Singapore and what pride they hold in any event that is held there) so we booked our room wayyyyyyy back - like in March!
As a result we got a mad rate at the brand spanking new, uber luxurious and swoon-worthy Fullerton Bay Hotel.
The 'basic' twin we got was right up my street. I LOVE it when interiors combine both comtemporary and classic finishes and designs. There is great usage of wood and glass, with clean lines without leaving you feeling cold. In fact the room was immensely cosy and had fantastic supplies with regards to office, degustation and bathroom accessories.
Vista of the bathroom from the bedroom area.
Alternative view of the bedroom from the bathroom. Kinky? YES. Fortunately there is an electric blind for those of us who are modest with the exposure of our bodies....
Everything you could possibly need in the bathroom - luxurious supplies that leave you wanting for nothing!
Mirrors on mirrors creating a neverending corridor
Guess which was my degustation favourite...
Birds Eye Maple wood EVERYWHERE. *LOVE* And hidden in the tiny desk drawer, full office supplies ranging from highlighter pens to post it notes. Spot the Bose ipod speakers which were particularly important whilst getting ready for the numerous F1 parties... Oh and me and my twin
Luckily we pre-empted this great line-up (knowing how high the standards are in Singapore and what pride they hold in any event that is held there) so we booked our room wayyyyyyy back - like in March!
As a result we got a mad rate at the brand spanking new, uber luxurious and swoon-worthy Fullerton Bay Hotel.
The 'basic' twin we got was right up my street. I LOVE it when interiors combine both comtemporary and classic finishes and designs. There is great usage of wood and glass, with clean lines without leaving you feeling cold. In fact the room was immensely cosy and had fantastic supplies with regards to office, degustation and bathroom accessories.
Vista of the bathroom from the bedroom area.
Alternative view of the bedroom from the bathroom. Kinky? YES. Fortunately there is an electric blind for those of us who are modest with the exposure of our bodies....
Everything you could possibly need in the bathroom - luxurious supplies that leave you wanting for nothing!
Mirrors on mirrors creating a neverending corridor
Guess which was my degustation favourite...
Birds Eye Maple wood EVERYWHERE. *LOVE* And hidden in the tiny desk drawer, full office supplies ranging from highlighter pens to post it notes. Spot the Bose ipod speakers which were particularly important whilst getting ready for the numerous F1 parties... Oh and me and my twin
Tuesday, 13 September 2011
DJ Mehdi RIP
IN LOVING MEMORY OF DJ MEHDI - RIP
Threw this together a few days ago and wasn't going to post it. Then the devasting news of DJ Mehdi's tragic death came through. Pocket Piano is one of my all time favourite tracks. I'm glad I was lucky enough to catch him performing at the Ed Banger Party at Potato Head in Bali last month. A picture of which I have attached to the song when you view the mixtape.
Threw this together a few days ago and wasn't going to post it. Then the devasting news of DJ Mehdi's tragic death came through. Pocket Piano is one of my all time favourite tracks. I'm glad I was lucky enough to catch him performing at the Ed Banger Party at Potato Head in Bali last month. A picture of which I have attached to the song when you view the mixtape.
Tuesday, 30 August 2011
A Blessed Eid Mubarak
A Hari Raya Mixtape :
Today is also my Father's Birthday - Happy Birthday Dad!!!! :) <3
Today is also my Father's Birthday - Happy Birthday Dad!!!! :) <3
**Don't know anything about Eid ? Check out last year's post for an explanation, here
Tuesday, 8 March 2011
International Women's Day
The most influential trendsetting women for 2011 come from a variety of different fields - leaders in their own rights, every word spoken and action made by them is watched closely and admired greatly by both women and men around the globe of all ages. According to CBC News, they are :
Angela Merkel - Chancellor of Germany : in charge of the largest economy in Europe and often referred to as the Iron Lady of the 21st Century
Dilma Rousseff - First female President of Brazil as she takes the helm for when her country hosts the FIFA World Cup in 2014 and the Summer Olympics in 2016.
Michelle Obama - The First Lady. And there is only ONE in the world so there is no need to state which country. 'Nuff said.
Stefani Germonatta - Aka Lady Gaga has not just become a Gay icon but a voice to all misfits - her music and lyrics have created a huge shift in both the music & fashion industry
Queen Rania Al-Abdullah - The Most Influential woman in the Middle East particularly for her Humanitarian efforts.
Arianna Huffington - One of the most powerful woemn in modern media, she is responsible for and President/Editor-in-Chief of the newly formed Huffington Post Media Group which receives up to half a billion views a month.
Hilary Clinton - Former 1st Lady and current U.S. Secretary of State. In today's political climate of change in the Middle East, Clinton's game play will be more tan scrutinised.
Oprah Winfrey - apart fro being the richest self-made woman in the world, Oprah's fame and influential reach not only spans many years but people of all walks of life. Her charities and gift of generousity have not just touched but changed the lives of millions.
Aung San Suu Kyi - Nobel Peace Prize Winner adn leader of the Burmese opposition who has spent the last 20 years under house arrest for her views.
Indra Nooyi - CEO of one of the largest global brands with the largest portfolio of beverages, Pepsico, Nooyi's decisions affect the national economies of many countries responsible for providing the raw materials as well as those purchasing the end result.
On a personal level today I want to celebrate the two most influential women to me, in my family:
Both are great friends, cousins, nieces, grand-daughters, sisters, mothers (grand-mother). WOW, am I one lucky Girl!
For a woman, probably one of the most influential role is being a Mother - here's little something I found
If a child lives with criticism, she learns to condemn.
If a child lives with hostility, she learns to fight.
If a child lives with ridicule, she learns to be shy.
If a child lives with shame, she learns to be guilty...
If a child lives with tolerance, she learns to be patient.
If a child lives with encouragement, she learns confidence.
If a child lives with praise, she learns to appreciate.
If a child lives with fairness, she learns justice.
If a child lives with security, she learns to have faith
If a child lives with approval, she learns to like herself.
If a child lives with acceptance and friendship…
...she learns to find love in the world.
[source]
Happy Women's Day one and all - don't let any of this or anyone make you feel like you have nothing to celebrate, cos today is all about celebrating not just others but yourself. Be filled with admiration by others' achievements, but more importantly, be inspired :)
Angela Merkel - Chancellor of Germany : in charge of the largest economy in Europe and often referred to as the Iron Lady of the 21st Century
Dilma Rousseff - First female President of Brazil as she takes the helm for when her country hosts the FIFA World Cup in 2014 and the Summer Olympics in 2016.
Michelle Obama - The First Lady. And there is only ONE in the world so there is no need to state which country. 'Nuff said.
Stefani Germonatta - Aka Lady Gaga has not just become a Gay icon but a voice to all misfits - her music and lyrics have created a huge shift in both the music & fashion industry
Queen Rania Al-Abdullah - The Most Influential woman in the Middle East particularly for her Humanitarian efforts.
Arianna Huffington - One of the most powerful woemn in modern media, she is responsible for and President/Editor-in-Chief of the newly formed Huffington Post Media Group which receives up to half a billion views a month.
Hilary Clinton - Former 1st Lady and current U.S. Secretary of State. In today's political climate of change in the Middle East, Clinton's game play will be more tan scrutinised.
Oprah Winfrey - apart fro being the richest self-made woman in the world, Oprah's fame and influential reach not only spans many years but people of all walks of life. Her charities and gift of generousity have not just touched but changed the lives of millions.
Aung San Suu Kyi - Nobel Peace Prize Winner adn leader of the Burmese opposition who has spent the last 20 years under house arrest for her views.
Indra Nooyi - CEO of one of the largest global brands with the largest portfolio of beverages, Pepsico, Nooyi's decisions affect the national economies of many countries responsible for providing the raw materials as well as those purchasing the end result.
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On a personal level today I want to celebrate the two most influential women to me, in my family:
Me.Mum.Sis
Both are great friends, cousins, nieces, grand-daughters, sisters, mothers (grand-mother). WOW, am I one lucky Girl!
For a woman, probably one of the most influential role is being a Mother - here's little something I found
If a child lives with criticism, she learns to condemn.
If a child lives with hostility, she learns to fight.
If a child lives with ridicule, she learns to be shy.
If a child lives with shame, she learns to be guilty...
If a child lives with tolerance, she learns to be patient.
If a child lives with encouragement, she learns confidence.
If a child lives with praise, she learns to appreciate.
If a child lives with fairness, she learns justice.
If a child lives with security, she learns to have faith
If a child lives with approval, she learns to like herself.
If a child lives with acceptance and friendship…
...she learns to find love in the world.
[source]
Happy Women's Day one and all - don't let any of this or anyone make you feel like you have nothing to celebrate, cos today is all about celebrating not just others but yourself. Be filled with admiration by others' achievements, but more importantly, be inspired :)
Monday, 24 January 2011
Coachella 2011
And so the time that all those desert loving festival goers around the globe have been waiting for - the line-up announcement for Coachella 2011
And if twitter is anything to go by, I must admitbthat the line-up is far from over-inspiring. I've been trying to work out why that is?
Could it be because I've been lucky enough to visit a lot of other music festivals in the years that have passed since my last Coachella experience?
Or maybe because we now get a lot of acts visiting us out here in Malaysia and the SE Asia region...
A combo of the two perhaps?
Whatever it is I don't want to come across spoilt or ungrateful - but the great pull of Coachella is the culmination of the arts; art, dance and music - the established, the pioneers, the movers & shakers & the ones to look out for in the future. And honestly this year there aren't many acts playing that I haven't already seen or that I want to see. Hang on a minute
This is COACHELLA we're talking about - set in the a huge field in the middle of a desert, peppered with palm trees with mountain ranges in the distance - a dream setting - just being there is an experience in itself. Let's take another look at that line-up...
DAY 1
Kings of Leon - YES!
Lauryn Hill
Cee Lo Green - YES!
Cut Copy
Klaxons
Monarchy
DAY 2
Arcade Fire
Empire of the Sun (wicked LIVE)
Scissor Sisters
DAY 3
Kanye West (for his new promo)
The Strokes - YES!
Chromeo
Duck Sauce - YES!
The Presets
Neon Trees - YES!
Leftfield - Old Skool Oh YES
Plan B - DOUBLE YES!
Ellie Goulding - TRIPLE YES!!!!
Incidentally, a lot of preparation goes into setting up Coachella - unlike Glastonbury (amoung other festivals in the UK) one thing you can be sure of in Palm Springs is the weather - clear blue skies sprinkled with the additional white fluffy cloud, coupled with dry heat and smiling sunshine.
Watch this ''mini" movie of the whole Coachella experience - wickedly shot it features real footage from last year's festival.
Notes from Sam O'Hare (Director / Editor / Producer) : "I wanted to portray a unique view of the incomparable Coachella experience. Following the crowds in the sunshine from arrival, camping, exploring the art in the arena, all the way through to the headliners at night, this film brings a miniature feel to this huge festival.
Now that they have stopped allowing RVs to the site in order to be more environmentally conscious, my dream is to do Coachella in the super spoilt Safari Tents at a meagre price of USD5,000 for two people *GULP*
*sigh*
*2011 LUXURY ON SITE SAFARI TENT ACCOMMODATIONS
There are only a limited amount of these (2 person) Shikar style tents being made available. Access to this area will be solely limited to Safari tent wristband holders. These are the highest end of elegance and sophistication with luxury interiors, fully furnished for your choice of either sleeping or Lounging. Sleeping tents come with the choice of 1 or two queen sized beds, linens, tables, flooring, pillows, chairs, AIR conditioning, electrical outlets and more. Personal Lounge tents come with AIR conditioning, electrical outlets, couch, chairs, table, flooring and other personal touches. Lounges would also be comfortable for sleeping but no bedding provided. Purchasing these special luxury accommodations include 2 ALL ACCESS "guest" wristbands with special shuttles taking you inside the venue.
But I must not complain as I am fortunate to be able to say I have graced those lushious green fields in Indio filled with music fanatics, artisans, travellers, hippies and general revellers (and crusties)
Indio is in fact one of the largest polo fields in Palm Springs and my first time there was actually many moons ago (back in the early 90s) to watch Polo. I was going to post a picture up but immediately decided against it once I saw the state of myself at the time *coughs*
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Coachella 2011 - to go or not to go? Perhaps I should check if I can actually AFFORD to go - Who wants to sponsor me say 'Aiiiiii"!
And if twitter is anything to go by, I must admitbthat the line-up is far from over-inspiring. I've been trying to work out why that is?Could it be because I've been lucky enough to visit a lot of other music festivals in the years that have passed since my last Coachella experience?
Or maybe because we now get a lot of acts visiting us out here in Malaysia and the SE Asia region...
A combo of the two perhaps?
Whatever it is I don't want to come across spoilt or ungrateful - but the great pull of Coachella is the culmination of the arts; art, dance and music - the established, the pioneers, the movers & shakers & the ones to look out for in the future. And honestly this year there aren't many acts playing that I haven't already seen or that I want to see. Hang on a minute
This is COACHELLA we're talking about - set in the a huge field in the middle of a desert, peppered with palm trees with mountain ranges in the distance - a dream setting - just being there is an experience in itself. Let's take another look at that line-up...
DAY 1
Kings of Leon - YES!
Lauryn Hill
Cee Lo Green - YES!
Cut Copy
Klaxons
Monarchy
DAY 2
Arcade Fire
Empire of the Sun (wicked LIVE)
Scissor Sisters
DAY 3
Kanye West (for his new promo)
The Strokes - YES!
Chromeo
Duck Sauce - YES!
The Presets
Neon Trees - YES!
Leftfield - Old Skool Oh YES
Plan B - DOUBLE YES!
Ellie Goulding - TRIPLE YES!!!!
Incidentally, a lot of preparation goes into setting up Coachella - unlike Glastonbury (amoung other festivals in the UK) one thing you can be sure of in Palm Springs is the weather - clear blue skies sprinkled with the additional white fluffy cloud, coupled with dry heat and smiling sunshine.
Watering in prep for Coachella (2011)
Wait for the total transformation...
Watch this ''mini" movie of the whole Coachella experience - wickedly shot it features real footage from last year's festival.
Notes from Sam O'Hare (Director / Editor / Producer) : "I wanted to portray a unique view of the incomparable Coachella experience. Following the crowds in the sunshine from arrival, camping, exploring the art in the arena, all the way through to the headliners at night, this film brings a miniature feel to this huge festival.
Now that they have stopped allowing RVs to the site in order to be more environmentally conscious, my dream is to do Coachella in the super spoilt Safari Tents at a meagre price of USD5,000 for two people *GULP*
*sigh*
*2011 LUXURY ON SITE SAFARI TENT ACCOMMODATIONS The only way to obtain an all access pass to Coachella (unless you know one of the bands). This exclusive area will include, your own separate check-in location, fully furnished shakir style tents with air conditioning, private restrooms & showers, golf cart shuttles to and from stages, free private parking lot, drop off area, breakfast and late night snacks, added security, outdoor chairs, shade tents + outdoor lighting, games and more!
SAFARI Tent or Personal Lounges
$5000 (+ applicable charges) for the first 2 people.
$1250 for each additional person to stay in your tent.
There are only a limited amount of these (2 person) Shikar style tents being made available. Access to this area will be solely limited to Safari tent wristband holders. These are the highest end of elegance and sophistication with luxury interiors, fully furnished for your choice of either sleeping or Lounging. Sleeping tents come with the choice of 1 or two queen sized beds, linens, tables, flooring, pillows, chairs, AIR conditioning, electrical outlets and more. Personal Lounge tents come with AIR conditioning, electrical outlets, couch, chairs, table, flooring and other personal touches. Lounges would also be comfortable for sleeping but no bedding provided. Purchasing these special luxury accommodations include 2 ALL ACCESS "guest" wristbands with special shuttles taking you inside the venue.
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But I must not complain as I am fortunate to be able to say I have graced those lushious green fields in Indio filled with music fanatics, artisans, travellers, hippies and general revellers (and crusties)
Coachella 2008
The walk-in
One of many mind-blowing art installation scattered across the Festival
Intertwining Articulated Lorries
Intertwining Articulated Lorries
The Cinematic Orchestra serenades as Sunset approaches
Indio is in fact one of the largest polo fields in Palm Springs and my first time there was actually many moons ago (back in the early 90s) to watch Polo. I was going to post a picture up but immediately decided against it once I saw the state of myself at the time *coughs*
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Coachella 2011 - to go or not to go? Perhaps I should check if I can actually AFFORD to go - Who wants to sponsor me say 'Aiiiiii"!
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