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A Day in Alquezar, Spain

September 9, 2011 by Regina Chow 3 Comments
Yesterday, we drove 30km out of Rodellar to another town by the name of Alquezar. It is a medieval city listed as a historical site in Spain.

Don’t you feel like you’ve been transported back in time? πŸ˜‰ Images of castles, kings, queens, knights and princesses came to my mind immediately. Playing make-believe has never been easier!

I love taking photos of dazzling sun rays peeking out from tree branches. So pretty!

Before we continued touring the town, we stopped by Narbona restaurant for lunch and an extended tea break thereafter. We had yummy cordon bleu for our main courses (we took the kid’s meal cos the portions are huge!). At 2 euros, you can also get yourself a glass of sangria, which is the same price as what a coke or coffee would cost!

Over here, the siesta starts from 1.30pm to 4.30pm, and families would gather for long, leisurely lunches together. Wish we could do that in Singapore too, where work-life balance is more of a myth, don’t you think? Unless you’re self-unemployed like yours truly. πŸ˜‰

After filling our tummies with sangria and oily fried food, we climbed up to the highest point of the town, where the Santa Maria La Mayor castle-collegiate church is. This church used to be a Muslim castle until it was conquered by the King of Aragon in the 1600s.

The gold plating and coloured wood carvings are well-preserved in its original glory, which is pretty amazing for something so ancient!

The Romanesque pillars also remind me of a romantic scene from the movie Great Expectations, where the child leads locked lips over a drinking fountain.

The mesmerizing view atop the clock tower of Santa Maria collegiate-church.

We spent the rest of our time walking through the pebbled streets and charming architecture of medieval origins.


Here’s what I wore to battle the sweltering heat.

Lace Ribbon Camisole from Forever New

White denim shorts from H&M


Along the way back, we passed by El Puente, a campsite with a beautiful arched bridge against the captivating backdrop of Sierra de Guara just as the sun was setting.


Sigh..I’m so gonna miss this place!!!!

Byebye Rodellar, and hello Barcelona.


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Memories of Rodellar

September 8, 2011 by Regina Chow 6 Comments
After staying in Rodellar for close to 2 weeks, I think I’ll miss this place when we leave for Barcelona soon.
This is where I accomplished many personal firsts. Pretty astonishing, not just for myself, but for others who know me well too, because everything that I did here is completely out of character for me.

1) I had my first hiking experience here (4 hikes actually!) and enjoyed it thoroughly despite having to fend off bees/flies and balance on rocky paths that threaten to give way any time.

I even crossed the streams twice! I think I did mighty well for someone who’s afraid of water. πŸ˜‰


2) I belayed JW for the first time in my life! That’s no mean feat cos I’ve never belayed him or anybody for that matter, not even in the indoor rockclimbing gyms in Singapore and Malaysia.

Check out my harness. LOL! Cool or what?

Pls pardon the hideous shoes. Obviously they don’t belong to me. πŸ˜›

The second time I belayed JW, I nearly flew off the cliff when he swung outwards like a pendulum while coming down an inclined section of the rock formation. Luckily, there was a huge rock behind me, so I clung onto it for my dear life, not without first screaming my lungs out and making a scene!

Besides getting laughed at by the seasoned climbers around me, I also sustained a humungous bruise on my left leg and some scratches. So embarrassing! πŸ™ I’m surprised I agreed to belay him for a grand total of 8 other climbs!

3) It was my first time staying in a rural European town, which is something I’ve always wanted to do although I’m very much a city girl.

There’s just something about the fresh air, the untainted scenery and the lack of amenities that makes it inexplicably attractive and almost magical.



So, will I come back to Rodellar again? I would, but I would probably think twice about belaying my husband again. πŸ˜›

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Amelie Anne Soffieanne Cascading Dress

September 7, 2011 by Regina Chow 6 Comments

When the weather was less chilly last week, I threw on the Soffieanne Cascading Dress in Nude Cream, courtesy of Amelie Anne, for one of my rest days from hiking in Rodellar when I’ll wander around the picturesque town and chill out in quaint cafes with a glass of ice-cold coke (not beer) in the company of the scenic mountain view.

The Soffieanne Cascading Dress is such a breezy little number! This is another one of those dresses that will take you from work to play in the blink of an eye. Just slip on a pair of heels and you’re ready for work or put on those comfy flats (like I did!) for afternoon tea with your girlfriends.


The ruffle details at the side of the dress add a touch of femininity while its classic shift design makes it appropriate for formal functions. Again, versatility is always key when it comes to Amelie Anne‘s The Label Love collection.


This understated beauty comes in a wide array of colours, including Salmon Blush Pink, Peacock Blue and Midnight Blue. At Amelie Anne‘s, you’ll always be spoilt for choice! πŸ˜‰


Looking for retail therapy or some mid-week indulgence? Here’s Amelie-Anne to the rescue!


Happy shopping dearies! πŸ˜€

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WIWT – Rodellar

September 5, 2011 by Regina Chow 5 Comments
Here’s a simple outfit I wore for shopping at Bershka in Huesca. πŸ˜‰ I’ve worn the skorts before but I like to pair staples like these with new tops for a completely different feel.

I received this dusky pink tank top with lace and ruffles from ClubCouture just before I left for my trip. The minute the wrapping came off, I knew I had to pack it into my luggage immediately.

Lace Ribbed Tank in Pink from ClubCouture

Lace skorts from Fa Yuen Street, Hong Kong

White Sequin Flats from Mitju

Ribbon rosette hair clip from Far East Plaza

It can get pretty chilly here at night as temperatures dip drastically, signaling the beginning of the fall season. I’ll usually throw on a jacket to keep warm, and as the temperatures drop further, I’ll add on socks/leggings or change into my jeans.

This cropped Bershka jacket is one of the buys I scored today. The skull print lining is so cute and edgy, I knew I had to get it the moment I laid my eyes on it.

Cropped Jacket with Skull Prints from Bershka

Have a great week ahead everyone!
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Huesca: Capital City of Aragon Province in Spain

September 3, 2011 by Regina Chow 1 Comment

There are a few towns near Rodellar but we drove all the way to the capital city of Huesca for a spot of sightseeing and grocery shopping. With a population of about 50000 (but it seems we only saw a maximum of 500 people walking around LOL!!), Huesca is one of the least populated province capitals in all of Spain.
Every time I go to a city or country that I’ve never been to before, I would make it a point to visit the museum to have a better understanding of the history and culture. The Museum of Huesca is an archaeology and art museum which displays artifacts that have been discovered in the province. Unfortunately, everything is in Spanish and there are no English translations. Also, the guard was so vigilant it was quite impossible for me to take any photos.
The only person who spoke English was the staff at the Tourism centre, who was very enthusiastic about introducing us to all the places of attraction in Huesca. He also pointed us to the pedagogy museum located within the tourism centre as well as the oldest grocery shop in Spain, La Confianza.
Set up in 1871, La Confianza, which means trust in Spanish, has for sale a smorgasbord of candies, preserved fruits, meat and groceries. The shop is adorned with intricately designed shelves, antique ornaments and old school posters.

If you ever stop by Huesca, do check out La Confianza at:

Plaza del Mercado 7, Huesca. Telephone: 34-974-222-632
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Amelie Anne Becky Color Block Dress

September 2, 2011 by Regina Chow 5 Comments

Amelie Anne knows that the colour blocking trend has taken this year’s runway by storm and it’s probably the simplest fashion trend to emulate. If you find the juxtaposition of primary colours too gaudy for your liking, fret not, for subtlety is possible with colour blocking too! The Becky Colour Block Dress in Persimmon Sky from Amelie Anne is a fine example of how colour blocking and subtle elegance can go hand in hand. This Jil Sander inspired dress is from Amelie Anne’s The Label Love collection and everything from this label is specially manufactured to ensure exclusivity.

I love the versatility of the Becky Colour Block Dress. There are so many different looks that you can achieve with this dress and its cutting makes it suitable for work too.

You can either wear it on its own for a clean, minimalist look or layer it with the sheer chiffon piece which comes together as a set and can be worn either over or under the dress. Here, I wore the chiffon piece under my dress.

It also doubles up as a top when you tuck it into your pencil skirt for work or into your shorts for a casual weekend lunch.;) I personally think it’s a great piece to take with you when you travel!

If sophistication and versatility are what you look out for when you shop, head on down to Amelie Anne now!

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Rodellar: Hiking, Climbing, Belaying

September 1, 2011 by Regina Chow 2 Comments
Hiking is the only way to enjoy the scenery in Rodellar, which is located in the northeast of Aragon province in Spain (doesn’t it remind you of Lord of the Rings?). The hiking trails are pretty treacherous by Singapore’s standards as the terrain is very steep and rocky. There are no barriers too, so if you lose your footing, off the canyon you go. Well, but I guess that adds to the thrill of it all. πŸ˜‰

The amazing thing is, we came across many children who are barely 8-10 years old hiking effortlessly alongside their parents, which really put me to shame. There were many occasions when I had to go down on all fours, just like a dog, because my shoes were a tad too big for me and I was afraid of losing my balance. πŸ˜›

We made it all the way down the canyon to an area called Bikini, which is apparently the most accessible area for climbing. As most of the climbers here do not speak English, I ended up belaying JW. I think I did well considering that it was my first time after 2 years. Looks like I’m well on track to becoming his belay slave for the rest of the trip.

Besides climbing, swimming is a popular activity too. There were so many bikini clad babes and half-naked hunks walking around, it is no wonder they decided to name this place Bikini. Regardless of the type of scenery you’re looking for, rest assured that Rodellar does not disappoint on all fronts. πŸ˜‰

Tomorrow is my next hiking day, and I sure am looking forward to it! πŸ˜›

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Cafes in Rodellar

August 30, 2011 by Regina Chow 2 Comments
We haven’t been doing very much in Rodellar besides exploring around the small town and chilling out at cafes. The town has an old world charm reminiscent of years of yore, and every street is lined with pretty little pink flowers and wild berries.

Refugio Kalandraka is the name of the little lodge that we’re currently staying in. The owner here owns Cafe Kalandraka too, which is just a stone’s throw away and opens from 6.30pm till late. This is where we have been dining every evening. The salad and lasagna here are our favourite dishes. The generous servings of cheese are enough to make me drool!For breakfast, we will venture a little further to the heart of the town, where Bar Florentino and Olvido are. Both cafes here whip up hearty breakfast meals with delicious spanish eggs (essentially sunny side up eggs that are very crispy and fluffy at the edges) and sausages.It is summer in Spain now so the sun doesn’t set till about 9 p.m. Once the sun sets, we have to make our way back to our lodge using a headlamp because it’s so dark you can’t see anything in front of you! It is quite an experience really.

Besides chilling out, we did some canyoning and climbing today (not me, I was the belayer). More on that soon!

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Spain (Rodellar) – Refugio Kalandraka

August 29, 2011 by Regina Chow 4 Comments

We arrived at Rodellar yesterday after driving 300km. It was quite a harrowing experience as we were unfamiliar with the roads and made wrong turns around the one million roundabouts in Spain.

But when we finally turned into Rodellar, after maneuvering on the narrow mountain trails meant for 2-way traffic, we realised how gratifying it was to be away from the hustle and bustle of the city.


Gorgeous architecture, stone houses and a picturesque view of the mountains were just some of the beautiful sights that took our breath away.


Here’s presenting our quaint little cottage, our home for the next two weeks. It looks like something that came out of Heidi. I can imagine sheep running about the large expanse of greenery, but in reality, there are countless numbers of huge dogs instead.

This is what I wake up to every morning, coupled with the fresh mountain air and invigorating cool breeze. I could get used to this except that there isn’t hot water for bathing at all!


Check out the Scandinavian decor of our little lodge. It is surprisingly homely and cozy.

The bed is super comfortable too and the weather is so cool, there is no need for any air-conditioning. I can spend practically the whole day just rolling in bed and doing absolutely nothing. LOL.

Have a great week ahead! I don’t know what I’ll be doing yet but I hope I don’t end up as a belay slave to JW. Haha!

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Flying off soon

August 26, 2011 by Regina Chow 4 Comments
As you’re reading this, I’m rushing out to run all my last minute errands before my plane takes off tonight. I’ll be off to Rodellar, a rock-climbing destination in Spain (don’t ask me what I’m doing there) for 2 weeks before heading to Barcelona, Prague, Cesky Krumlov, Bratislava and finally, Budapest. Then, I’ll be back for a day before setting off to the US and HK to meet my lovely gfs.

The good news is, yes, I will still be updating my blog while I’m overseas, so do stay tuned for more updates. πŸ˜‰ I’m sorry I haven’t had time to reply the comments on my blog, but rest assured that I’ve read every single one of them. Before I turn into a rock in Rodellar, I aim to reply all the comments and keep you updated while I’m on the road.

To all my Singaporean readers who are voting at the presidential election this Saturday, do cast your vote wisely! πŸ˜‰ For once, I don’t have a clear idea of which candidate I would vote for.

Ah well, let’s not go into that now shall we. Have a good weekend!

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