Day 1: Journey to Tianjin.

Day 1:
Woke up at around 4 30 am. My dad, mum, young sister and girlfriend is sending to the airport. So my dad drove us there. I was late, reached there around 6am. Gary, my team leader, was so worried about me. so i told him I'm already on my way. After check-in, Mr Chua and Mr Tan brief us on what are suppose to do next. Showing us a meaningful Magic trick, where a blank book can be filled up with colorful pages.

As i say my last goodbyes to my love ones, my heart felt both sad and happy. Mixed with emotions, curiosity still runs in my mind as I make my way to the plane. Plane took off at 8am and reach Guangzhou Baiyun at 12pm. Had a few naps in the plane, and had my neck ache. Also, as soon as i step out of the plane, cold breeze of air run through me.

At Guangzhou Baiyun airport, Mr Chua brief us to take preconscious of our things and timing to gather. The temperature at the airport was manageable. We walked around to find a place to have our lunch. I ate McDonald's. Also found some shops that is "Same but Different", and its the Manning. Which is very identical to Singapore's Guardian shop. Time is near for us to gather, we were confused by the which boarding gates should we gather. After a few arguments, we decided to send some of the guys to the other side of the gate to check if its the right ones. Few mins later, they came back with the lecturers. so its a confirm the place we stay put is the place to gather.

Time to check in, went to B2. I found the atmosphere of the place was weird. The boarding time is 3 30pm. It was 3 45pm, there wasn't any call or signs that we can board the plane. But the ticket says 3 30pm is the boarding time. So i asked Mr Tan about it. Then everyone feels something is not right, so one of them asked the lady at the counter. We found out that we are waiting at the wrong place. With no hesitation, all of us ran as fast as we can towards the gates. Luckily, the gate was not close yet and was the last call. Tired from the run, as soon we settle down i fell asleep.

At around 8 pm we reach Tianjin. As soon as i step of the plane, it was much more colder than at Guangzhou Baiyun. Stepping out of the airport was worst, half way walking towards the bus my legs feels as though they can be cramp any time. After boarding the bus, it feels so much better. As soon as we reach the hotel, Mr Chua assign us to our roommates. Few mins later, we gather at the lobby and went for dinner. Ate my first "Qing Zhen" food. No doubt, it taste really delicious. All that is left is just the fish bones, as everyone loves it too. After that went to a department store to get some groceries, head back hotel and had a good rest.

In conclusion, had a great journey to Tianjin. A memorable start.

Reflection:
Have to wake up earlier for the check in. Not to assume the area that we waited is right, need to always double check.