Luxury in Monaco [Monte Carlo Part 1]

Monaco is the second smallest country in the world, after Vatican City and the most densely populated country in the world. Glad that I have been to both upon finishing my degree! Famous for its casino, appearing in many movies, Monaco gives the impression of luxurious life. Many expensive cars were parked right outside the casino, surrounded by Michelin starred restaurants and branded shops.

The Monte Carlo F1 circuit is actually the road nearby the casino. You will be able to see the prints on the road.

When we were walking around, we hapenned to see a group of Chinese wearing the same clothes holding bags of expensive goods. Whenever there are shops like Cartier, Chanel, Hermes or LV, you will see Chinese. No doubt their spending power is the highest in the world with the rising economy.

I followed my friend to take a photo of this car. If I am not mistaken, it's a Bugatti. Pardon my shallow knowledge, should read more to extend it I know.

Eze Village [France Part 5]

 

Many tourists miss visiting Eze Village and head straight to Monaco but not us! Eze Village is very worth visiting. Lucky us that the thunder rain occurred only after our visit. Nonetheless we had to hide in a phone booth. A kind Korean lady actually came to us and offered us to sit in her car while waiting for the rain to stop. Ice were falling down and hitting our legs even though we were already hiding in the phone booth. The bus stop was already filled with people. She thought we are Koreans and started talking to us in Korean. This is to remind us, especially fellow Malaysians that do not trust in humanity anymore. Still, 害人之心不可有，防人之心不可無 in this society.

A funny thing that happened to us, as you can see in the picture later, we actually wore similar clothing on the same day unintentionally and "winning" us some stares.

The small medieval village is famous for its beauty and charms. It is actually a hill that you have to hike up. So I wore my shoes and brought my flats along. Wearing a dress or skirt to climb up a hill is okay for me. But not encouraged to do so.

My extra black and shiny hair that I am always proud of! I have just dyed it a little brown yesterday though.

The photo below had a short story behind. I insisted to take a photo there albeit having the rope telling people to not enter. There are people living inside. However, I sneaked in. When I let go the door knock I was holding, the man came out and stared at us, more like staring at my friend who was holding the camera 'cos I ran away with the speed of lightning.

A Foreign Place

Being young also means being adventurous and meeting people from all walks of society. Sadly, I have to admit that I am very protected back home and Malaysia itself is not a safe country. Parents have often taught us to not talk to strangers and stay away from people that we haven't known long enough.

This was my last encounter on my way back from Istanbul to London. There were three seats each, at each side. I was sitting in the middle, in between my friend and a Turk, which I later found out to be a friendly man. Being who I am, with little words, I rarely speak. He was the one who started the conversation and we had a good chat about many things. 

This young man was born in Turkey but grew up in Germany and then migrated to London with his whole family. It answered my curiosity of his fluently spoken English. I always think that people move to different places to get better lives or forget their past. More than often, these people are also more compassionate than others. He told me about his life and his family. I believe he is a very loving man. His sister and nephew appeared on his mobile wallpaper. Being very thoughtful as our flight arrived late at night in London, he offered to drop us where we wanted to in London. Furthermore, he also gave me the card of the restaurant that he works in for me to visit.

Of course, we did not take his offer. My mom would have dropped her jaw to see me chatting with random people. But.. In life, the more you listen, the more grown up you are. The more you open up yourself to the world, the more you will be rewarded, spiritually. However painful or extravagantly luxurious life can be, they all become a norm. By exploring the world and living the local's life, you learn to carry yourself humbly in the society. 

The card was thrown away after I came back home. As I know. I won't be visiting this place and a new friend that I have just met. I am sorry. Your name has also been forgotten. However, my heart has been touched and my view of the world has also changed a little in the three hours flight journey. You have also taught me to be more contented and feel at ease with things around. 

I wish for you to find your love and joy in life.

Day Out in Cannes [France Part 4]

Hi guys, guess what time is it now! 3.19am in the morning and as usual, nothing new, I can't sleep again. 

Following the previous post on Antibes, we took the train from Antibes and continued our journey to Cannes, the ever famous place for its International Film Festival, where you see all those artists walking down the red carpet. To be honest, the entrance doesn't seem as amazing. It might be because they put up all the decorations and the macho guards standing there that make the place looks more posh than it actually is. 

First time trying out Desperado upon my friend's recommendation. Not my thaaang. 

Sunny day out. Always love the sky in Europe. Less clouds.

We wanted to catch the sunset somewhere nearer to Nice city and hence decided to stop by this place called Beaulieu Sur Mer randomly. In the end, we gave up waiting as the sun sets around 10pm during summer. Having two girls wandering around a foreign city that late doesn't seem to be a good idea. 

This is me! Before I put on three kilos of weights. Holy mama. This moment is going to be missed forever being so carefree and relax. Not everyone, not every once in a while, we get to do this in life. Needa cassssh and timeee as we grow up. Fun can come in 'big' prices.