Cliff(y) Goes Travelling

Andrews Avenue, Ninoy Aquino International Airport  Terminal 1,  Manila, Philippines Daily: 24 hours Philippine Airlines operates its flagship Mabuhay Lounge at Terminal 1 of Ninoy Aquino International Airport in Manila. Stepping into the lounge was a much-needed break from the rather chaotic scene at the terminal. I really appreciated having a quiet space to grab a bite, recharge and gather my thoughts before the next flight to Sydney, Australia.

SIN-MNL (4h) Boeing 777-300ER ETD:  2.15pm  (GMT + 8) ETA: 6.15pm (GMT + 8) “What? You’ve never been to Australia?” was something I’d grown used to hearing up to the age of 35. Indeed, this travel series marks my very first Down Under experience. While Melbourne can be reached directly from Singapore, I set off in the opposite direction first, heading to Manila, the Philippines with the oldest commercial airline in Asia.

SGN-SIN (2h) Airbus 350-900 ETD:  12.30pm  (GMT + 7) ETA: 3.30pm (GMT + 8) For the final entry to wrap up this travel series, let’s take a look at the flight back home in Business Class onboard Singapore Airlines SQ177 from Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Operated by Airbus 350-900, the flight offered a reassuring sense of familiarity and comfort even if it was a brief one.

Truong Son Street, 3/F Tan Son Nhat International Airport, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Le Saigonnais International Lounge is a welcome oasis designed with a contemporary touch, blending modern aesthetics with subtle nods to Vietnamese tradition. Located near Burger King on the third floor of the international transit area, it was previously accessible via Priority Pass, though this is no longer the case.

Truong Son Street, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Hello again and Happy New Year 2026, everyone! Let’s continue from where we left off last month. For the final leg of the journey, I flew home with Singapore Airlines from Tan Son Nhat International Airport, the main gateway to Ho Chi Minh City that takes the crown as Vietnam's busiest aviation hub.

Hi, everyone! I hope all of you're safe and sound wherever you're. Pikachu and Melon are going to travel again soon, so they'll be taking a short break from blogging for the time being. They're so excited! Do look forward to more entries in the near future!