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Singapore sights – Marina Bay Sands SkyPark

A travel journal by Vanessa Pur - hotels, flights, cruises and the places worth your time. Lived and photographed first-hand.

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Sightseeing

Sights Santa Monica Pier – Beach & Amusement Park

My honest guide to Santa Monica Pier: the solar Ferris wheel, the historic carousel, the end of Route 66, the beach, sunset and a hop to Venice Beach.

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At sea - Featured cruise

Exploring Glacier Bay and College Fjord: The Ultimate Alaska Cruise Experience

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Singapore sights – Marina Bay Sands SkyPark

This week’s report

Sights Santa Monica Pier – Beach & Amusement Park

Hotels & stays

Kempinski Adlon Hotel Berlin – impression and stay

Hilton Munich Airport Hotel – Airport Hotel Munich

Four Seasons Vietnam – Resort „The Nam Hai“ in Da Nang

Hyatt Düsseldorf – Media Harbor Hyatt Regency

Aquadom Berlin – Huge aquarium with elevator in the hotel

SANI Resort Greece – Hotel impression & experience

Exploring Glacier Bay and College Fjord: The Ultimate Alaska Cruise Experience

When travel goes sideways

Lufthansa baggage tracing – Delayed baggage and handling – Passenger rights

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