Sunday, May 10, 2009,8:28 AMThe week before was really a stressful week for me due to the outbreak of Swine flu. I almost thought I could not go and many of my friends also advised me against going. However, I felt that it should be alright and decided to go for it. And I'm glad I did! If not I would not be sitting here writing this blog. :)
My parents came to send me off. My angel, Sam came too. Thanks! (:
my parents and i
We took China Airlines from Singapore to Taipei. The ride was around 4hr20mins long. I tried to sleep on the plane but failed. When we reached Taoyuan airport, we got super excited looking for bubble tea and trying out all the taiwan snacks. I must say time there was well spent. We even bought 'tai yang bing'. :)
food area in taipei airport
happy us =D
this is the plane we took to LA
airplane food. chicken and smth.
us at LA airport =DD
We had around 8hours to spare in LA transit. I was really excited because it was my first time in America!! One of the first few things I noted about Americans are that they are really and helpful people! ( well, at least those I met) We decided we would visit Hollywood. However, it was the wrong move because we would soon realize there wasnt enough time. Instead, we ended up at 7th street, which is a few subway stations away from Hollywood.
skyline of LA
Explored the neighbourhood a lil, ate Mexican burritos ( which was so big that 3 of us shared and we still have trouble finishing it) and it was time to head back to the airport! We should have gone somewhere nearby because that trip cost us USD17 just for transport.
us at the subway
Oh. One interesting thing I noted was that their subway ( aka MRT) do not have a barrier to prevent you from entering if you didnt pay. so its based a lot on their integrity! so tempting to just not pay and enter hahaa.
The last flight was from Detriot to Pellston. Pellston airport is a really small airport. We took a 40mins Northwest planeride there. Pellston airport is really nice with a homely feel. (:
From Pellston, we took Wolverine taxi to Mackinaw City and then a ferry to Mackinac Island!!
i thk these are real! saw it at Pellston airport.
Pellston toilet
Whee. Finally here!!
Mackinac Island is really cold because it is surrounded by the Great Lakes. One of the lakes was lake huron, the largest lake in America. We walked a long way to Mission Point Resort and throughout, I was shivering.
Our quarters is rather cosy and simply furnished with a mirror, table, drawers and a bed. I shared a room with Maurine and Huijun.
our quorum
my room
Met many new friends and most of them are reallly friendly and willing to guide us around.
Tomorrow will be our orientation and i will be starting work on tues. Cant wait! Currently, I can only use the internet in the cafeteria which is quite sad because its a long, cold walk here. haaha.
okay.
i shall blog again soon!
i shall blog again soon!
Labels: Work and Travel
