Summer time = Vacation time. The months of June/July/August are prime time for going away on vacation, be it to a different city/state/province or a different country. Travelling is one of my favorite things to do, besides shopping, of course. Singapore is one of my favorite vacation spots. The last time I visited was around four or five years ago with my family. I couldn't get over how tiny everyone was. I don't think I saw a single girl over, say, size 4. Tres petite. I loved how clean the city was. They had a no chewing gum rule at that time, don't know if that rule is still in effect.

I clearly remember Sentosa Island. We took a cable car to get there, and as usual, my acrophobia prevented me from enjoying the scenery much during the ride. I loved the musical fountain show so much, I wanted to go back another day, but when you're travelling with family, you can't always do what you want to. Singaporeans loved to shop and we joined in. Since we went during the summer, literally every store had some sort of a sale or promotion going on. I still have a long black skirt which doubles as a dress that I got for really cheap. I'll dig it out sometime and put together an outfit around it.

I am planning to go away for a few days in August and California tops my destination list. Why? Because I have never been there and I have always wanted to visit L.A. and S.F. When I was in college not too long ago, my friends and I planned a trip to sunny Cali during the dreary east coast Fall break, but we ended up going elsewhere. Even though my plans are not solid at the moment, I have already begun thinking about what I'm going to take with me.

Apart from the carefully coordinated outfits, a pair of dressy sandals and black havaianas, my T3 straightening/curling iron and my trusty travel pack from Bliss are sure to make their way into my suitcase. I have scoured high and low for travel packs and the one from Bliss is definitely my favorite. It's compact, has the requisite shampoo, conditioner, face cleanser & body lotion, smells heavenly and will set you back by a mere $25.If you have fond memories of a vacation getaway or have some indispensable travel products, do share.

photo of sentosa island courtesy of luxuryholidays.com.