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Overview: A surprisingly posh and refined city
situated on an Island, Singapore is a blend of Indian,
Chinese and Malay cultures. Though it has a hot and
humid climate, its endless attractions and festivities
captivate people.
Popular Destinations: The most popular destinations
of Singapore include Chinatown, Bugis and Kampong Glam,
Riverside, Orchard Road, East Coast, Newton, Balestier,
Sentosa and
Getting there: The Immigration and Checkpoints
Authority can be referred to obtain the information
relating to visa regulations. Getting in by air is the
best option. The Changi International Airport (Singapore),
Seletar Airport, Jetstar Asia, tiger Airways, Singapore
Airlines are among the most popular airports.
Sightseeing: For sightseeing, there are marvelous
beaches of Southern Islands, Santosa and East Coast;
historical architecture near Singapore River; wildlife
sanctuaries including Botanical Gardens, MacRitchie
reservoir, Jurong Bird Park etc.; skyscrapers near Singapore
River.
Things to do: In Singapores
things to do list, there are various options available.
One can do shopping in Chinatown, Scotts Road, Orchard
Road, Little India, Sim Lim Square etc. One can eat
out chili crabs, kaya toast, durian in Toa Payoh, Bedok
and various hawker centers offering cheapest food. One
can go for relaxing spas in five star hotels. Moreover,
there are various water sports available for adventure
freaks.
Accommodation: Singapore
has many 5 star and 4 star hotels offering enormous
discounts. The Bencoolen Street is the right place for
those seeking budget hotels. Some of the prominent hotels
of Singapore are Berjaya hotel, Goodwood Park Hotel,
Fullerton Singapore Hotel, Raffles Hotel, Chinatown
hotel, Fernloft Singapore, Oriental Singapore, Novotel
Clarke Quay Singapore and
Useful Information: Useful
information for tourists is that Singapore is one of
the most hygienic safest places. It has excellent medical
facilities but rigid laws. Hospitals there also have
Travelers Health and Vaccination Centre. Drug
offences can even lead to death penalty. Those who wish
to work must have Work Permit.
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