280 / 500 done.
phew almost forgot to update.
justin invited me over to beijing, and surprise surprise, my parents were okay with it!
and thankfully dad (who wasn't very keen on me going but still okay if i submit a proper plan) is willing to let me use his krisflyer points so only is my ticket under SGD400, i get to fly there in comfort!
hopefully everything would be firmed up by next week so i can begin my itinery plans.
cant believe i'm saying this but i'm looking forward to go to beijing!