Singapore - To Do 09Oct22/05Oct25 (Oceanarium previously known as the RWS S.E.A Aquarium)

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Oceanarium 
*revamped and visited on 05Oct25*
previously the RWS S.E.A Aquarium

Click here for ABBA location of S.E.A Aquarium

*Revamped in 30April25, the new Oceanarium experience visited on 05Oct25*

 

*Previous visit when it was still S.E.A Aquarium. Much of the main tank displays can't be moved or changed.*

Apart from the change in the flow of the entire aquarium, the aquarium has had a major revamp for the better I must say. Though a large number of the exhibits are not able to be reworked, the addition of three new areas were a large improvement and better flow to the entire explorative experience. 

Ocean Wonders
(beautifully and impressive immersive re-worked Jellyfish display)

Ancient Waters
(Awesome life-sized replicas



Whale Fall and Sea Mount

(This was by far the most impressive display with the changing projections)

*Awesome experience to have the cleaner shrimp interact with you.*

*Kinmedai. Some of the reworked tanks with more interesting displays.*

Touted to have the largest viewing panel of any aquarium in the world, the Ocean habitat contains about 7 olympic sized pools and home to 120 species. The Manta Rays were beautiful to observe through the waters and its also home to the viewing panel for Ocean Restaurant  featuring modern-European cuisine. 

*Beautiful Rays gliding by*

However overall the whole experience lacked luster and the wear on the displays kinda showed. In some sections, air-conditioning was a little weak and aquarium displays were a little sparse. The base of some of the enclosures could have worked well with gravel rather than the flat flooring.

*Sparse vegetation*

*Original blue wall slowly overgrown by the display*

The S.E.A Aquarium, will be re-branding into the Oceanarium in 2024 to be three times bigger and think it would be much better for it. A fun time overall, but lacking the display punch as compared to even the displays at the Singapore Zoo’s River Safari.

With the revamp, it definitely rejuvenates the whole experience a little bit more, with the starting and ending stronger than ever. The in-between does have some refreshed tanks and is an improvement over its predecessor. Worth more to explore now than its previous iteration. 

*Review of the original S.E.A Aquarium still holds for the non-reworked exhibits.*
Not overwhelmingly great. Though their species range was wide, there was a huge distinct lack of easy access signage to learn about said species. Even in the shark tank, most of the fishes were repetitive with no distinct Alphas to really draw in the experience.

You might be interested in these other worldly aquariums.
- Osaka Aquarium where they home whale sharks!
- Tokyo Sea Life Park known for their Tuna Tank which was mesmerizing!
- Monterey Bay Aquarium. One of the best curated and interactive display of sea-life experienced thus far. A must visit!
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Brisbane - To Eat 03Oct22 (Pancake Manor Open 24hrs)

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Pancake Manor

(Open24hrs)

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Click here for ABBA location of Pancake Manor 18 Charlotte St, Brisbane City QLD 4000
24 hour joint serving up largely pancakes and simple eats of savory crepes and other eats. Harry Potter like interior, with a dash of me-devil vibes to the place.

Ordered on
03Oct22

*Their steaks were surprisingly good. Good char done to a beautiful medium rare. They were however were under seasoned. Their special sauce was nothing more than simple pasta sauce.*

*The crepes were average at best. One is better to find great crepes from Perth's Michele's Crepe Suzette in Fremantle*

Total Fed 5
AUD20-35AUD Per pax pending what we ordered

Food 3/5 overall
3.5/5 for pancakes
Service 3.5/5
Ambience 4/5
Value 3.5/5 4/5 for their set meals which includes a savory and a sweet.

Come here only for the pancakes, which were by far the star.  A soft light interior, with a nice browning on the edges. Simple, well executed and thumbs up to end the meal.

Come only if in the mood for pan cakes and desserts but stay for the company and unique decor!
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Singapore - To Eat (1819)

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1819
along Boat Quay
HALAL
(Crew get 20% Discount! Show your staff pass)
Open 12pm-11pm)

ABBAtip:
- Park at The Riverwalk for a short walk to 1819. Roadside parking is very limited.

1819 is located along the picturesque Boat Quay. The inspiration behind its name is when Sir Stamford Raffles first came to Singapore. Aptly named, it keeps in theme with the heritage buildings facing the river side.

Boat Quay may have a stigma of costly, tourist trap but not at 1819. Fair portions sizes with pretty good eats are available for the same iconic river view. A certified Halal joint, they offer refreshing high energy mock-tails (first time trying a Red Bull mix). Interestingly factoid at date of trying, they are the second highest Red-bull Sales in Singapore.

Click here for ABBA location of 1819 74 Boat Quay, Singapore 049862

Ordered On:
16Sept2022
Linguine Crab Meat SGD27.90
Crab meat linguine pasta with arugula cooked in tomato and cream sauce

*Good serving size with a lot of crab meat. Decent dish*

BBQ Sticky Lamb Spare Ribs SGD41.90
Free range lamb ribs basted with house special bbq sauce
served with salad and fries.

*This was the super star dish for a multitude of reasons. The meat is carefully prepared over two days, brine, broiled, seared and basted at intervals to deliver a juicy, succulent piece of art.

The soft bone at the ends add that beautiful crunch and signature char. The tender lamb does not carry a gamy flavor. The sauce balance was just right and not overtly sweet. The crunchy textural topping was a nice touch.

Visually it may look small but honestly a serving could feed two which makes this a value and must order! Will recommend this and it has inspired me to try to replicate this at home. Note that there's no fancy way to eat this but to get in on the succulent meat, fingers and all.*

Clams in Garlic and Lemon Sauce SGD19.90
Fresh clams cooked in garlic and lemon sauce served with bread.

*The butter pretty much over powered everything else. There was however a very generous serving of the clams which was welcomed*
Total Fed 2 at SGD81.75(with 20% crew  discount)
Food 3.5/5 on average
4.5/5 For the lamb ribs a must have!
Service NA
Ambience 3/5

*Potential for more. The river-side dining in itself is really enjoyable and has a cooling breeze. Recommended to sit riverside. Great locale to people watch and watch the iconic, full electronic bunk boats rolling up and down the Singapore River. Click here for Singapore River Cruise Review!)
Value 4/5
*Given the location, natural riverside ambience, food prices are fair with respectable portions that won’t leave you hungry.*

Will highly recommend the ribs which to my recollection the first time having lamb. Very well executed!

A nice place to bring guests to have a homely family meals by the river side at reasonable pricing after a day of exploring or even before getting into the night life that is at Clark Quay.
Click here for ABBA location of 1819 74 Boat Quay, Singapore 049862

A ribs fan, one might be interested in these other rib joints to explore that hit all the right notes.
Australian chain: Hurricane’s Grill (best Beef Ribs)
Amsterdam Cafe De Klos (uniquely smoked)
Germany - Munich Rusticana
South Africa’s The Grill House for their beef ribs (A close second to Hurricane’s. Used to hold top spot)

Singapore - To Do 31July22 (Singapore Discovery Center)

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Singapore Discovery Center

Take a vivid step back through Singapore's war story in particular. It was made even more meaningful as Singapore Discovery Center is located next to SAFTI Mi where the young officers from the tri-service of Singapore are trained at. 

*Learn about the famous Sentosa cable car rescue in 1983*

Go for the SAFTI MI Bus tour which is both highly educational and adds weight to part of the reason why Singaporean men serve a mandatory national service. Click here for their timings. The army base itself would be otherwise a restricted area to enter.

*There's an indoor silent disco which the kids had a fantastic time running about*

Added side attraction is the free to explore outskirts of the still under renovation Army museum. Get up close to some heavy artillery. The Army museum is located off to the side of the Singapore Discovery Center.

A fun learning experience. The sharing of Singapore during the war was tastefully done but maybe a little bit heavy for the younger kids. The rest of the tour and interactive booths has something for all ages to enjoy. Worth the travel all the way to the Jurong for the Singapore Discovery Center and almost a full day's worth of exploration.
You might also be interested in these engaging attractions located in Jurong
The Singapore Science Center. Loads of fun with science.
The unique and beautiful Jurong Lake Garden

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Singapore - To Do 30July22 (Singapore City Gallery)

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Singapore City Gallery at The URA Centre
Closed Sunday Open 9am-5pm
Tanjong Pagar MRT 300m
Free to Enter

Click here for ABBA location of Singapore City Gallery 45 Maxwell Road The URA Centre, 069118

A fun exhibition. The main exhibition is on the 2nd floor with a section of the city map being a live depiction of the fast pace and ever changing landscape of Singapore.

*Master Plan for Marina Bay by Kenzo Tange commissioned in 1983*

The other exhibitions around the main gallery do change from Singapore concept art works and on the upper stories, concept plans of what Marina Bay Sands may have looked like. A visual joy of exploring maps of Singapore and through the ages with the coastline every changing and expanding outwards. 

 

*Tablets provide information with augmented reality.*

*Pinnacle@Duxton. You can check out the world's tallest public housing development and longest (500m) skygarden at SGD6/pax.*

The exhibition itself has immersive elements and trips down memory lane. A fun explorative space that's indoor, air-conditioned, near the famous Maxwell Market food court and China Town and to spot many of the iconic buildings around the Orchard area. Worth a pop-by for a short 2hour exploration of Singapore's past through maps and the impressive, constantly updated city space.
Click here for ABBA location of Singapore City Gallery 45 Maxwell Road The URA Centre, 069118