This is a continuation of The 19-hour Travel Nightmare post.
To better understand my story, click here first! :)
On our second lay-over in Singapore, Ed and I spent the night at Ambassador Transit Hotel just as planned. When I woke up the next day, I hoped the travel nightmare was merely just a nightmare. Then, reality came rushing and slapped me on the face! We're stuck in Changi Airport!! Ouch! So, you think Ed and I would sulk at the corner, weeping and drying each other's tears? Nope, we're better than that! We came up with a Plan B! :) We grabbed some guide books and created an epic impromptu itinerary INSIDE Changi Airport!
Singapore's Changi Airport is one of the bests in the world! In fact, it is considered to be a five star airport and has won several awards, including "The Best Airport in Asia". Let me show you why you don't need to worry when you're stuck at Changi Airport for hours.
Watch. Play. Create.
![Watch the TV or browse the net at Xperience Zone watch a tv show or surf the net in Changi Airport Singapore](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2CWSBVVVliHPDfM-jAvCAsJ0Ui4iEbgtX2t5b1BGrVAOjDWgBGMCLHSa4FxuHfuV62FkfpIaCUfUaj8u-bTKVJJjugrFCh99xGR3P6eBcakkjzdo1pjcsJN3OIovPGZa0NBlpJD4wehs/s640/Changi+Airport01.JPG) |
watch a TV show or browse the net at Xperience Zone |
![make an e-postcard make an e-postcard in Changi Airport Singapore](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhd9RkhvUv11V9TeQvM_wmpq9ylM-NYchN24balSxvwAnPzlVafqCaWm8I26bUfvPofqwacX1HKy0gVOAj1yiOOiZzSa9Wpdb9zygFkiqtelXz14fdSOHxMIF8PzV7Tou1_tFX6MhhqSF4/s640/Changi+Airport02.JPG) |
Make an e-postcard... |
![Ed and Lady's e-postcard Ed and Lady's e-postcard in Changi Airport Singapore](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPFDEX1nKX8BTj_poSplg5B1PmlfjhoUZkPTmvA5uHejxzbp3XW08jV6s9GROP0LzODH_p5YJXfoIIxgvt-hPMpJ58_-moY4h8fFgEOYvAz1iF97T90R1UjmUCbNH2VLrPVCJSKtt2qnY/s400/Changi+Airport37.JPG) |
...and send it to your loved ones. |
![LAdy playing a game in a big multi touch screen play a game in Multitouch Screen in Changi Airport Singapore](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbfzbP1rXjyagTr9rnQIU3m0qSFNZNmkMGZwVAxHLXDkoi9aeFG0i7xks47MR_Vg9B0H9Zf3tez8FiWvU2ARtO-uluR4yZXsUuIa5TjGztMhwaQlc7b1C8VkNhZYizlUFLs4gLUUfevik/s640/Changi+Airport38.JPG) |
Game on! |
![Lady playing a puzzle in Changi Airport play a puzzle in Changi Airport Singapore](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWCFnWKcALUZ2d_EJaP2Usq0zK3UWGzoO9XGYVAulAV3x0hTt2u1RApt2UrKPrl04kT321cM1RHwKjeG2ywhmfMAkwvECN8syq1QWfqMVZVo4PjQXLaOUHbY_i8Q5y7WSy6DQP9KqXOjA/s640/Changi+Airport36.JPG) |
Puzzled what to do next? Do some puzzles... |
![The Movie Theater inside Changi Airport watch a movie in a movie theater in Changi Airport Singapore](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigbDmtxEEZsMqkbRUDDLlYLn1CQfcZNfk-l3PgmRE09kfn-mJqJN_v8GtKt_dAjcvCWRye2G0a8MkNToEonHbo35Yv20IzduDSuYn8a3lP_BZE3XnOoJd1lhAbSA0nQbeP7a1ix9GkYgo/s640/Changi+Airport04.JPG) |
or watch a movie instead! |
![Lady making a piece of art in Changi Airport make a piece of art in Changi Airport Singapore](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiztBchCxi6z3EJpDmF5r7xAJKB4D2GOiXjfd5GHGpbb5HU1X4G3iVRWRlaGmjVNspeJohNlsdkA9QdrGPoPTlvFjBz_4WdjUcEEPVuPT1Gmy0SfEBuPB7tT-BwLw9OT_SgfdydK3H2tlQ/s640/Changi+Airport07.JPG) |
Make a piece of art... |
![Lady's finished art Lady's finished art in Changi Airport Singapore](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfuYXixr0JJLKPmsNXOi8r-lhdRqvnMODDotdWX7s2eZUkI_N8taD5rX5P5rSBca6sLnwWmHZHUAihT3yoeetR13Z_ZUZB6XYes1JL4yseSgGE0-RJejwCVH6wSBahOnxbrCa6jx_s20k/s640/Changi+Airport08.JPG) |
Voila! Stuck yet happy at Changi! |
Garden Hop!
![Map of the Different Gardens at Changi Airport map of Different Gardens in Changi Airport Singapore](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoGYyffewvhZqD03uhIYp-TJBUEcyfBuEr1-gI8OVdkzK5F_pYRlw7EeY2U32UGQRzOXKrqgzvfpb31I7JCjKIjFUcwEwTtixhXFQ5fmRSrvqOLb53iqfyJlvY907Snc2I-bT4h98UFFI/s640/Changi+Airport09.JPG) |
Follow the Garden Trail |
![Sunflower Garden at Terminal 2 Sunflower Garden at Terminal 2 Changi Airport Singapore](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRYF3Dbxxd9RddtYUN_nViFNTrFEaffKlkl9li4KsXVl-eocB6GwUqeAA5rrKd492LkFQ6b0qdvXwy2En6RGSonuuppvuDZBrbgUkfK-G-qPYI2LaJXaSKkwCB8VOMzXu3f9VldPNaev8/s640/Changi+Airport05.JPG) |
Sunflower Garden at Terminal 2 |
![Lady at Sunflower Garden Lady in Sunflower Garden, Changi Airport Singapore](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDyozmI4pmOeA7w_ZXyZvpn-YgDc6t_YKz1XyxacG9BrMOtRmqbsadpgtz2OfSRph2fW8jZrLNm7X-4lQAv3mUsFjuR97rtpD1hnsmsKzZIq-PvKJnYzdwSMhtSov9luveKG9t4VIGRtQ/s640/Changi+Airport06.JPG) |
It's a great day in Singapore despite of it all! |
![Lady in Bamboo Garden, Changi Airport BAmboo Garden at Terminal 2, Changi Airport Singapore](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEij88hpz9CL0B86HaFfq9UsMxnJWvbIg6Mg63MVEXT1-adsJhU2g_RGlz7lfuazEwCwuOxPuTjtDjPtGPj3Wv-GvJx4JzRjgjNdBSmj9cIXucwsPgAUqcG7gGp21j_ihm9anDKIabmvWfQ/s640/Changi+Airport10.JPG) |
Bamboo Garden at Terminal 2 |
![Cactus Garden at Chnagi Airport Cactus Garden at Terminal 1, Changi Airport Singapore](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPmb9r7H5ggMI0j6UyTJWUAxR09GvKhPX-fMg8zTfkCEDeup7JzKSLHMns0hEIKQm42sZMGzHhQeCW59qIuFQYc8k5SN9jAc8NIwRzmxtp798XagmoKMxfy4Gs9bJ8ADx0v7f3HvslozA/s640/Changi+Airport18.JPG) |
Cactus Garden at Terminal 1 |
![Butterfly Garden at Terminal 3 Butterfly Garden at Terminal 3, Changi Airport Singapore](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJuwFUyZoVw34Zf3MTViYV_mC_q0rlrLGZUwtjh62xsrc-7luc0CF_BrHmMfQbJBH48ns7tcf7vhbhGCqlr7Bc9BwKTATh6ZZU7Um898v6TQnHZSiUP9TZ7cP3Cfb6f7-y_6LK1Pqiles/s640/Changi+Airport21.JPG) |
Butterfly Garden at Terminal 3 |
![Beautiful butterflies inside Changi Airport Butterflies inside Changi Airport Singapore](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJ8HS2OKGoxFpHdh0Z-VsSHHmny87vkl7tsKhft8FONysd6qoElKhpD1wKUWRGmcRvzinWOCTcuEB6OSA0q4guykbJAmDLto5QaSWJF2OYCKAo-55N4C-0RxER_XhaSmgcfqPS157vsrE/s640/Changi+Airport22.JPG) |
I've never seen butterflies inside an airport. Only at Changi! |
Relax. Unwind. Rejuvenate.
![Swimming Pool and Jacuzzi at Terminal 1 swimming pool in Changi Airport Singapore](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEideP7gdGae_PFT_AFRbPTozp6vYm42IFrgzVL7LaW5G_O0o7EQeYzYWb4_9ybddaFJP02HqaRArlyAaiNCYauXac_C7Ia_pdPUROxtkzNgpAISUbM_MnwRQHE_KNqiyYWcCuc8jzn659Q/s640/Changi+Airport12.JPG) |
Tired? You can lounge by the pool at Terminal 1... |
![Lady having a foot massage Lady having a foot massage in Changi Airport Singapore](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_lyU0KMT1PfbUMJH4TV78Mzl0ScaAwImtKupQMZ2BBtIftL4YAcP1XnHUICNWToHz4pS7HzFm8SNkNeqPh2FxjkMO7OMjxmspR295CjkEHndbKuBOSEFwH85fl_oB6YmAPqK2ehqeJmE/s640/Changi+Airport03.JPG) |
.... or get a foot massage! |
![Snooze Lounge in Changi Airport snooze lounge in Changi Airport Singapore](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimBk9S3aVe1hADYmdyeNdJlSEQVgHgja6-fuhJFnvdgYI961s6LP6a0OkkIgl0KQ-MmcMbN_W4aiAnKFnKmRjK9-jSYM200gZQEz4A_rQDJfkCVlwZxo2otO_iXnVQuSLoDPHM3IP2weg/s640/Changi+Airport27.JPG) |
You can also take a short nap at the Snooze Lounge! |
Eat!
![Kaya toast and a cup of coffee Kaya toast and a cup of coffee in Changi Airport Singapore](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibhNIl5fhyfWsL2RThUKrq1xKIRuv4zqjqqy_aFrXIjGyGkETmnXu3a3CvAG9eIuJqL_Sdd-5fFplJhefmKMiVKKHadY4pak7ObkUbWCXak9_h0fXsP8kUy5OMxEyu5r2cObaQUVeu4jU/s640/Changi+Airport30.JPG) |
start your day right with a Kaya toast and a cup of coffee |
![Authentic Singaporean Meal at Prima Taste Singaporean Meal at Changi Airport Singapore](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrJB0cLR8L1aUNZdlbgZw5_rE7nmiMKZTv3-S3fP6XYEcphduPqX0DNzcC3Dya5TY3xWG7j7r7ZGVCsX-kwOXPxl1t0t7P2DbdVnFGaMsoNdK1ajfxDjP2lcsbDyf9TVTd0bTGZi2vIN8/s640/Changi+Airport28.JPG) |
have an authentic Singaporean meal at Prima Taste |
![from left to right: Mee Siam, Laksa, Hainanese Chicken Rice Mee Siam, Lakse and Hainanese Rice in Changi Airport Singapore](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjXPkpByGOLq6-43EtD0GXyVI6TUb-ec2-fn5sr5y8l28uzi6ifTr4GSQJfY1swZlJINE6e72P2oAfKMNv90FrbueN0snchn6RWkzvyrdXEKwZUrB_aAqsCsFjafikR91tlntl4aNqlPE/s640/Changi+Airport32.JPG) |
left to right: Mee Siam, Laksa, Hainanese Chicken Rice |
![Lady and her food in Prima Taste Lady and het her authenthic Singaporean Food in Changi Airport Singapore](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrcGpyeT7km7vg95JGGIdtLndAw-zxYKVNdVIWsD8zq8aQHHwmOtOdkKCnww0vPrHJeqy_fZBCkBrg_uIJpPEWUvPXFwwxOqWHa2zmCe2Oc5r7nQ33erx6MW4J9kQ7G7KFk9Rf8hNtyv0/s640/Changi+Airport33.JPG) |
Mine! All mine! |
![Chicli Crab in Prima Taste Chili Crab in Changi Airport Singapore](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghGeWFt_knDjFFZosMYJONhPlWMxfG5Bkt-ksx7y_Jqgtb2t8kyHsUXnZdyB3GFlUzQ4M-7PTJgKpDu9eQwAInPbmnAxa7TpwM04pHxmlvacL4rWvkPF5OQwXrM5VeNxuzNZpmn_0wluA/s640/Changi+Airport35.JPG) |
crispy soft shell chili crab |
Being stuck in an airport may sound horrible, well not if you're in Changi! I departed Singapore and arrived in Dubai with a relaxed mind and a smile on my face! Oh and a happy pocket too as all attractions are free and the food are very affordable! :) I do love Changi Airport, but once is enough. Never again shall I spend 19 long hours inside an airport terminal. I've learned a lesson from the travel nightmare that I have created myself. I hope you did as well.
Sayang, we did not roam around Changi Airport the last time we went to Singapore. What is also admirable are the employed senior citizens who are given the opportunity to still work and earn some cash for themselves.
ReplyDeleteThat was a very good alternative after you failed from plan A. I didn't realized that there are so much to do in Changi Airport. That airport is simply amazing. World class! :)
ReplyDeletewow... parang staycation lang but only so much better. kudos to you and your husband for not wallowing inside your hotel room. haha! sulit nga naman because you were able to explore the attractions the airport had to offer.
ReplyDeletewow! parang hindi naman boring ma stranded sa changi airport maraming dapat gawin.. the place is worth exploring...
ReplyDeleteWow! Now, that's a great airport. Truly made to make travellers at ease even if they get stuck there. Lots of activities, even my kids won't get bored.
ReplyDeleteWith all the attractions they have right inside the airport, it looked like you had a free tour also. :-) Not really that bad being stuck for hours seeing that there are so many things to keep you entertained.
ReplyDeleteThat was not boring at all! LOL
ReplyDeleteIs it all for free? I like Plan Bs, most of the time, it outdo the Plan A.
ReplyDeleteYes, there are no fees for the attractions. :)
DeleteAyun naman pala, lots of free activities to explore while stuck in Changi. Siguro kung kami yun, natulog lang kami. hehe. thanks for sharing this (mis)adventure with us!
ReplyDeletewow naman! okey lang din pala ma stuck sa Changi Airport! Marami pa ring happenings! :)
ReplyDeleteAy ang sarap all your food! You had fun after all - yay! Hmm, I wonder what would have happened if you were stuck in the NAIA? :P
ReplyDeleteNot bad na din sis. Changi Airport is full of sites to see and for free pa. I will keep this all in my mind. As if we will travel to Singapore no. Hehe
ReplyDeletei was waiting for this post hihi! so, eto pala nangyari sa inyo when you were stuck in Changi Airport. Not bad after all. and all free! so nice! looks like you really enjoyed your stay inside the airport. I remember when we went to Singapore, i was in awe at how beautiful their airport was. although we were not able to roam around, i knew it was nice. and your pictures and this post proved my assumption. thanks for sharing! :-)
ReplyDeleteWow! i dont know that SG has a nice aiport, hindi pa kasi ako nkakapunta. hehehe
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