Surviving Singapore

Despite its reputation as one of the most modern cities in the world, Singapore has both the charm of the old and the new. Part of the beauty of this progressive city is that it was able to embrace the qualities of a thriving metropolis while it also kept the traditions and heritage of the past.

What better way to understand the experience of being in a place considered to be truly a melting pot of culture than to take a trip yourself and witness the greatness of the country.

Here are some reasons why you should visit Singapore at this point in your life.

“For the variety of food choices from across the globe: It is quite normal for locals and long-time residents

alike to be seen on queue and on the look out of the newest must-try

restaurants (or even just small food stands) in the city.

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From the best Chinese dishes and other Asian favourites to exotic food of the East down to the most gastronomically genius food creations from the West, you are assured to find your taste of choice in Singapore.

No wonder that even international chefs choose to reside in the country to discover local flavours and create fusion dishes that may tickle the taste buds of customers from all over the world.

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For the happiest theme parks:

From the world famous Universal Studios and the Wild Wild Wet, theme parks will truly amaze the adventure seekers. Nothing can be more fun that to bring the children and the children-at-heart to see a whole new world through exploring these fun places. 7

You might also want to try visiting Haw Par Villa to see something new and unique.

Getting around the city to find these theme parks is easy as public transport is very accessible and efficient. You can buy unlimited train rides through a single pass.

You will surely find it easy to navigate the city even by just relying on an mrt tourist card for tourist.

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For the World Famous Sporting Events: If you are fan of the Formula Singapore Grand Prix that is often held in Marina Bay Street Circuit, then you won’t want to miss its 10-year anniversary this 2017.

Another must see sporting events in SG are the Singapore Rugby Sevens and the WTA Finals.

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For the Shopping Spree: Locals and tourists alike flock to shopping centers especially when there are store-wide sales.

You can tell how Singaporeans love to shop with a number of malls and boutiques sprawled along the city.

Head to the iconic shopping districts in Orchard Road or look for the latest and trendy clothes at COOMO Dempsey.

There surely is something for everyone so you can never get bored shopping here.

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Truly a haven for the shopaholics, Singapore opens its doors to everyone who always keep up with the latest fashion.

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For the offshore islands: If you are sick though in the hustle and bustle of city life, travelling to Sentosa for some breather can just be the right place for you. You might also want to try riding a ferry to Kusu Island, Pulau Ubin, or the Sisters’ Island and see the real natural beauty of Singapore.

For the Art Scene: Artists from all over the world know how Singapore has started to grow and cultivate its love for the arts and culture. This is best exhibited on festivals during the Art Week.

Writers also get together for the Singapore Writers Festival so one is certain that the city is a place for encouraging intellectual current too.

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Music festivals and broadway shows are also some of the must see events in the city. Add to this, Singapore is home to some of the grandest museums in the world today (see the collection of artworks in Singapore Art Museum, National Museum of Singapore, and Mint Museum of Toys).

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Some of the most iconic architectures too are what characterizes the stellar stance of Singapore that tourists often have pre-arranged building history tours in their itinerary—which often includes visits of the proud and imposing structures of the City

Hall and the Supreme Court.

At night, Singapore’s Skyline is enchanting to behold as one sees the silhouettes of Marina Bay

Sands and the Esplanade from a distance.

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Learning Your Way Around

If you plan on touring the city on a certain number of days and you are determined to get into as many place as you could, it is highly

recommended to purchase a Singapore tourist transport pass to get around to some of the best dining places, theme parks, historical

sites, among others in the city.

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The tourist pass can be used on different transport systems such us the MRT, LRT, and buses too. Also called the ez link card, the tourist pass lets you get to one point to another without the hassle of buying a single journey ticket every single time you are to travel from one place to another.

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It comes in an unlimited travel package so you can expect to save more by availing the unli-pass. If you do not like riding trains, there is also an option for you to just buy a tourist bus pass in Singapore rather than always hailing a cab. While taxis are relatively cheap and abundant too, riding public transport makes you save more.

Commuting by train or the bus gives you the advantage of remembering the roads and establishments as you do not rely on someone else to take you to places. A short trip to Singapore will surely make you street-smart—and that’s just one thing you want to develop as a cultured and well-travelled tourist. Do not get anxious in navigating Singapore as the city is safe and tourist-friendly.

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