SINGAPORE For us tourists Singapore was a four day stopover enroute to France from Australia. Singapore is officially known as the Republic of Singapore. Raffles Hotel is the most famous hotel in Singapore. Singapore Sling The origin of the Singapore Sling Cocktail history dates back to the 1930's. Ingredients of gin, Grand Marnier, cherry liqueur, Bénédictine, pineapple, lime, bitters and club soda. Inside Raffles Hotel patrons enjoy a sling in the Long Bar for greater than

LIVERPOOL HOMETOWN OF THE BEATLES & THE KOP MUSEUM (LIVERPOOL FOOTBALL CLUB) The population of Liverpool, a vibrant city in the northwest of England, is estimated to be around half a million people. Situated approximately four hours north of London, Liverpool boasts a rich history and cultural significance. The city is divided by the iconic River Mersey, which not only serves as a picturesque waterway but also plays a crucial role in the city's transportation infrastructure.

LONDON & SIGHTS London is the capital and largest city of England There are several London Bridge's. The underground Tube rail network could exit to any one of these bridges named London Bridge in the CBD. Several attempts on exiting the Tube revealed a different London Bridge. London Bridge, from the folk song, 'London Bridge is Falling Down' and Tower Bridge are about one kilometre apart. The famed Tower Bridge on approach to Tower Of London is a short walk from the Tube. T

LOCH NESS CRUISE ON THE LAKE Loch Ness deepest point is two hundred and thirty metres. (126 fathoms; 755 ft). Full day bus tours are available to Loch Ness leaving from Edinburgh. Tours take tourists through the Scottish Highlands and countryside. Views are of roadside highland cattle and farms dotted around the countryside. The tour bus driver with a thick Scottish accent added a unique charm to our journey. Despite the initial challenge of deciphering his words, we soon fou

EDINBURGH CASTLE & THE ROYAL MILE Edinburgh is the capital of Scotland. Edinburgh Castle is a historic castle in Edinburgh, Scotland. It stands on Castle Rock. A very imposing mountain back drop to Edinburgh city. Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo Nightly shows run during the month of August. The event is held in front of the entrance to Edinburgh Castle. There is open air grandstand seating for many thousands to view the Tattoo each evening. The Royal Mile From the Castle gate

PARIS, SIGHTS AND THE MONA LISA Paris is located in northern central France. Arc De Triomphe The outside viewing area situated atop the magnificent Arc De Triomphe provides a breathtaking panoramic view of the iconic Champs-Elysees Avenue and the surrounding cityscape. Visitors can access this elevated observation deck via a series of internal stairs, which wind their way up through the structure. Once at the top, one can appreciate the bustling large roundabout below, know