The Idiot's Guide to ... Fireworks Viewing

After this year's experiences, i have decided to record the 'things i have learnt'.
Like i alwaiz say 'There is sth new to learn everyday'.
Therefore, there are certain SOPS to observe in order to maximise the viewing pleasure come our nation's bdae month in 2007.

Lesson 1:
Arrive early. Very very early.
As Singaporeans are notoriously Kiasu, we come at 6 when the show starts at 9.
All for 10mins of splendour. Nonetheless it pays to be kiasu as that is the only way to chope yourself a good spot.

Lesson 2:
If you're an avid *read serious* photographer, then go even earlier.
Every precious bit of space is pretty much filled up by 6, so u'll prolly have to reach by 5?
It appears that the rule is to stake your claim along the bridge with a tripod.
Beware though as things can get tense when there is too little space and too many 3-legged stands, as illustrated by siwei's bad experience last year.

Lesson 3:
If you're driving... DON'T. Unless you arrive very early too. As illustrated by all those who suffered on Saturday. The jam was horrid and parking was next to impossible. Poor Yishan didn't even manage to weave thru the mess and ended up somewhere else altogether.
I was late and got off at Redhill MRT station at 750 to take a cab. Moi had already sat down and closed the door and the Taxi Uncle actually asked me to get off and take the train instead.

Lesson 4:
Now once you're in the area, there are many ways to watch the same show.
(Of cos those in the mood for romance and have the cash to spare can check themselves into a nice hotel and pack along a nice book.*lol* Prices are likely to be jacked up loads though.)

The rest can..
a. Go to your office in the area to watch.
(But there is a lack of proxomity). Can't smell the smoke, the sweat and hear the music.

b. Reserve a rooftop seat at Al Dente.
Romantic too. (And tuck into hearty folded pizza.yum yum)

c. Picnic.
Bring along the necessary barang. Find a less crowded spot with a decent view and unfold your garbage bag/plastic bag/newspapers. Plant your ass on it and wait.
Go to the toilet first as it'll prolly be hard to find a place to pee.
And pack along food/fan/umbrella (though i dont tink it'll help much if it really rains)..good company n whatever kips you happy n comfy.. and wait patiently.

Took some clips.. a notable one being gers going aww in a really creepy way.. but unfortunately my com can't sem to receive stuff fr my hp via the ancient infra-red port. and Nokia don't pvd a USB cable! Till i figure a way...