The Luka in Singapore Blog

WELCOME BACK to the Luka in Singapore blog! Once again, I have so many updates to share. There's never a dull moment while on exchange. I went to Bali, watched the Singapore F1 Grand Prix, and have some more observations about Singapore. I hope you enjoy! Luka in Bali

WELCOME BACK to the Luka in Singapore blog! It’s been an action-packed few weeks since I last posted and I have so much I want to share with you all. I went to Malaysia twice, visited Singapore’s red light district (on a class trip), celebrated Mid-Autumn Festival, and more. Tioman Island, Malaysia My first trip from Singapore was to Tioman island off the coast of Malaysia. I went with two German friends from my hall, Jan and Joris. We took a 3.5 hour bus then 2 hour ferry to get there. We figured out our entire itinerary after we got there with the help of a friendly old man who had set up shop right outside our chalet. We rented out motorbikes and drove around the island, went on a snorkeling boat trip (and got wicked sunburns), hiked from one side of the island to the other, and relaxed on the beach. We spent the evenings having dinner by the beach and playing poker at home. Such a perfect little weekend trip. And to make it even better, everything in Malaysia is ridiculously chea...

WELCOME to the first ever Luka in Singapore blog post! I’m so excited to share my adventures with you all. I’m planning to post a new edition every two or three weeks. If you know anyone that wants to be added to the email list, or if you want to be removed, just email me and I’ll take care of it. Now let’s get started! National Day Within days of my arrival, I was immediately thrown into the action with Singapore National Day! This annual holiday, held on August 9th, celebrates Singapore’s independence from Malaysia in 1965. I went with a big group of exchange students to see the fireworks at Marina Bay featuring a military flyover and a parade. National Day Fireworks at Marina Bay