The Eve of 2009

Thanks to Zeth, I was able to enjoy new year's eve at Mandarin Oriental. On the 21st floor with a direct view of the fireworks, it was simply awesome. Away from the horrible silly string & snow spray, sweat, noise and terrible gropists, nothing beats lying on the sofa sipping cocktail while enjoying the fireworks in full view (although I was clicking away most of the time).

P.S: Unfortunately, I was poorly equipped at the time, and forgot the tripod. Guh.

If you look closely you'll find the fireworks boxes in the park.

The clock ticks away, while other guests enjoy a poolside dinner downstairs.

It begins.

Looks like an inferno down there.

And it's over.  The whole town gets smoked.