Although I still have a lot of stories to share from my Chiang Mai trip, I wanted to post something different today. Since this post is about how I spent my first day of June, I feel like it would be a little off if I delayed it for another day. LOL.
So yeah, ever since I arrived back in Singapore last Friday, I have been trying to relax and slowly adapt to the city lifestyle again. I don’t know why, but Chiang Mai really made an impact on me. There’s still this small feeling inside me that I left Thailand too soon. Maybe it was the slower pace, the mountains, the food, or just the refreshing change of scenery. Whatever it was, I knew I had to make an effort to reconnect with Singapore again.
And what better way to do that than going for a city walk?
Before heading out, I actually spent some time binge-watching Netflix shows about B&Bs being run by Korean celebrities. It was so fun to watch because I really like the idea of B&Bs. There’s something so charming about a place that feels personal, cozy, and thoughtfully designed. The celebrities hosting the B&Bs also had insanely creative ideas on how they wanted the space to feel, and it made me appreciate well-designed spaces even more.
Maybe that was also why I decided to go somewhere visually interesting for my first June walk. I ended up going to Clarke Quay, which is probably one of the parts of Singapore that really carries that modern city vibe. It has the river, the shops, the restaurants, the colorful buildings, and that lively atmosphere that makes it stand out from other areas.
I feel like it has been a while since I last visited Clarke Quay, so I thought a photography walk here would help me adjust back to Singapore life. I brought my camera mindset with me, not just for this Hive post, but also for some videography clips for my other socials. It’s always nice when one walk can become a source of photos, videos, and memories at the same time.
One of the things that surprised me was seeing the minor changes around the area. It seems like they revamped some of the wall paintings, windows, and building colors. The whole place looked even more pastel now, and honestly, I think it fits Singapore’s climate so well. The colors became lighter and easier on the eyes. The pinks, yellows, blues, and greens gave the area a more cheerful and relaxed look.
I think I like this color theme better. It made the place feel brighter without being too loud. It also became a nice highlight for photography because almost every corner had something interesting to capture. The colorful shophouse-style buildings, the huge canopy structures, the riverside view, and even the small food stalls all added something to the walk.
Of course, the shops and restaurants are still one of the main reasons why people come to Clarke Quay. Even during the day, when the nightlife hasn’t started yet, the place already has an exciting vibe. There is always something about Clarke Quay that feels different from other parts of Singapore. It has this mix of leisure, city energy, and touristy charm that makes it fun to revisit.
Walking around the area also reminded me why I enjoy doing photo walks. It doesn’t always have to be a grand adventure. Sometimes, just going out, observing small changes, and capturing familiar places from a fresh angle is enough to feel grounded again.
So that’s how I spent my first day of June. A little Netflix, a little city walk, a bit of photography, some videography, and a simple effort to reconnect with Singapore after a memorable trip to Chiang Mai.
