Have left the chaotic, random, dusty, disorganised city of Colombo and arrived in the organised, spotless, efficient clean city of Singapore. Quite a contrast.

Apart from a few plane changes at Changi, I've only visited Singapore once before, on a day trip from Malaysia. It was 12 years ago and so much in the city has changed.

They have moved the Merlion for a start, the proud symbol of the city that once stood at the river mouth. The who waterfront has been redeveloped with some amazing buildings to be seen and the Merlion now spouts into the Marina.

Spent the day exploring the old town. Stopped at Raffles, but only for a pic, and climbed the forbidden hill. The Kings of Singapoura had their palace up here, now its a lovely place to stroll.