8 Questions with Ruby

The past few weeks had been rough and tough. We are lucky to get a hold with Ruby, our editor and writer for the 8 Questions section. Ruby is a multi-tasker, we guess she can split into different Rubys and complete all of the tasks before deadline. She graduated with a Diploma in Mass Communications from Temasek Polytechnic, which is the same school as Nabilah. You don’t want to mess with this girl, she plays Touch and can head butt whoever upsets her!

Which trip made you realize that you love traveling?

The 2009 trip to Gold Coast with my partner. It wasn’t the first time I was there but I think it was the first time I could really sit back and take everything in slowly. It made me realise what sort of traveller I wanted to be as well; not the “I came, I saw and I left” type but the kind who spends a bit more time and has the luxury to “do nothing” on some days, without worrying bout not experiencing enough of a place.

Since you are a fan of OZ, share the best moments you had over there.

Spending a month in Gold Coast at my aunt’s place with my partner. It was a trip that gave us time to relax and live a bit like a local. It’s really the most memorable trip yet.

How would you categorize yourself as a traveler?

Depends on the place I’m going to really. I’d probably be a backpacker in expensive countries and a flashpacker in cheaper ones, haha!

Share with us what is on your travel playlist.

None. Honestly, I don’t listen to music when I’m out and around or on the plane. I read more when I travel than listen to music. Oddly it’s the reverse when I’m home.

Did anything funny happen in any of your trips?

It was a clear sunny day in Phuket and we decided to check out one of the viewing points. We were on our scooter and it started pouring like crazy! Thankfully we brought our ponchos along. On the way back, we were behind this songtheaw and the people started laughing and taking photos of us. I guess we were their source of entertainment in the heavy rain.

Where is your dream destination?

Wow, I really don’t have one because I can’t narrow it down. Let me give you the one that’s in my head now (it could change tomorrow), Greece!

Share with us one travel tip.

Don’t be afraid to venture down the wrong alley!

What would you love to do ten years down the road?

Be travelling and writing to pay for the travelling.

Thanks Ruby! Do make sure to check out Singapore Gay Guide written by our dearest Ruby.