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Words cannot describe the feeling of being in Bali, Indonesia.  Today we ventured all around Bali with our wonderful guide and driver, Wayan.  He took my ‘plan’ and made it even better than what we had in mind!  Although, he was a little freaked out by all the sights I had packed into the plan.

This picture was taken at Swing Bali – quite the sky-high adventure.  While it was overrun with instagrammers trying to get their ‘best’ pic for the ‘gram, the experience was unforgettable.  The three of us did not don flowy dresses, hair extensions, or copious amounts of makeup.  Nor did we hire a personal photog to pose us.  Instead, we took each other’s pictures, braved the heights, and laughed a lot!  The men working the swings were helpful and hilarious… “next pose” is something we will never forget.

High above the jungle tapestry, this bed swing was comfy and not at all scary compared to some of the other swings.  It was an amazing view and feeling… just soaring above the trees — and what a pic!  Don’t worry we were ‘safely’ roped into the swings (note the light-colored rope in contrast to my black dress.  I’m so glad we forked over the $30 a person for unlimited swinging and a light lunch.  

Our first full day in Singapore!  Here we are on our river cruise: Michelle (left), Brooke (middle), me (right.) We spent the morning walking around the city, took this fun river cruise, walked through the gardens of Fort Canning, shopped the local street markets, grabbed a light lunch of pineapple rice, and explored this stunning city.  

Everyone we have met is very friendly!  I’ve been able to eat with my Celiac restaurant card, and we’ve easily navigated our way around.  The buildings are gorgeous – and it’s so exciting we are here!!

After a 16.5 hour flight from SFO to SIN, we’re here!  All in all, the flight wasn’t bad at all. A quick 20 minute car ride from the airport (thank you BlackLane), we arrived at our hotel for the next 2 nights, the Pan Pacific Serviced Suites on Beach Road.  We booked this hotel using Agoda.  Located in downtown Singapore, it is easy walking distance to many sights and shopping.  

We booked a family suite to fit the 3 of us.  Complete with two separate rooms and a shared entrance.  Comfy beds, great living space, kitchenette, and views for days!  The rooftop pool is fantastic offering more amazing views!  After getting settled, we set out on foot for some dinner.  We felt completely safe walking around and made our way to a mall where we enjoyed a quick meal.  We have the whole day tomorrow to explore Singapore, and only have one thing planned – a river cruise!  Other than that, we can get some rest and sleep in.  Until tomorrow!!  

I’ve always been a nerd, and something for which I was horribly teased throughout middle and high school.  Now, I wear it as a badge of honor.  Yep, I’m 100% That Nerd!  I made a PowerPoint for my upcoming girls trip to Singapore and Bali – 31 slides to be exact.  I shared it with these ladies at our pre-trip dinner tonight.  I cannot believe we are going – three generations of leaders of Mile High Weimaraner Rescue, all in different phases of our lives.  It’s going to be the MOST amazing experience.  To my good friends, Brooke and Michelle, thank you for being adventurous! 

Whenever I book a trip, I look to see what attractions are nearby.  This helps to plan the trip and determine what are “must sees” and what are “nice to sees” and what don’t hold my interest.  

When planning the Central European trip for August 2019, I came across this stunningly beautiful image – Predjama Castle in Slovenia – a castle bit into the side of a mountain with an intricate cave system beneath and behind it.  

Matt readily agreed it was a “must see” – so we set out in the early afternoon from Zagreb, Croatia.  It was a quick 2-hour drive through some lovely countryside in Slovenia.  We arrived in time to tag along to the last cave tour of the day.  Well, I was hardly dressed for the occasion, pun intended.  I was in a navy dress and silver ballet flats – not exactly cave hiking attire.  There was no time, so I threw caution to the wind and traversed the slippery, cold caves in style.  We saw the usual cave formations, bats, and glowing bacteria.   Well-worth the visit.  

We stayed at Hotel Jama,in the Postojna Cave Park, a former soviet-era spy hotel.  Incredible view from our balcony, and well-appointed room.  

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