First stop: Singapore!

We finally landed after 16 hours at around 5 a.m. Singapore time, arriving in the lovely Changi Airport.

We took the train to our hotel to begin our big trip. To make sure we stayed awake and minimized jet lag, we went straight to the rooftop pool.

One of the best parts of Singapore is its diverse and delicious food scene. Indian, Chinese, and Malaysian influences combine across hawker stands, fine restaurants, and massive indoor food courts.

I was happy to visit the Google Singapore office and see an old colleague.

We took advantage of the wonderful weather with long walks and the outdoor public gyms.

After a slight change of itinerary, we headed to Hong Kong to meet Kirsten's brother Marcus and, hopefully, acquire visas for mainland China.