Ahhh Singapore. The little nation that could. This is Asia for beginners. Although they graciously give visitors from most nations 90 days visa-free entry, all you really need is three or maybe four days tops to see it all. Singapore may surprise first time visitors but it is also small.
Having recently celebrated 50 years of independence, the nation is a beautiful modern metropolis with an interesting culture similar to their nearby neighbors, particularly Malaysia and China. With colorful festivities and celebrations, here you relax at some of the fanciest resorts Southeast Asia. Indulge in those western amenities that we tend to take for granted until they are not available, such as cold AC, hot showers, tap water that is actually safe to drink, and last but not least truly high-speed internet, including perfect 4G cell service everywhere, even deep underground in the subway and shopping malls 😉
UNFORTUNATELY…
Singapore is the only country in Southeast Asia with no UNESCO sites AND the most expensive nation in Southeast Asia — nearly Japan/Korea-level expensive. Those $30 coffee shop brunches and $15 beers add up fast. A wild Saturday night out on the town can easily set you back $300-$400! 😱 All the more reason to get in, go sightseeing, and get out.
The tourism industry in Singapore is booming with more than 17.4 million international tourists visiting the country in Southeast Asia during 2017. Apart from picturesque natural landscapes, Singapore also offers visitors world-renowned tourist attractions such as the Singapore Zoo, the Singapore Flyer, Clarke Quay, and Merlion Park. Nothing wrong there….just predictable. Don’t be predictable. Travel … Read more
Singapore is a small island city-state, which means that it quickly gets boring for uninformed travelers. Three days in here and you have literally done it all — or so you might think. Next time you find yourself passing through Lion City, drop your bags off at the hotel and then knock a few of … Read more
Singapore is an impressive city/country, but also one that becomes exponentially more fun the more money you have to spend. If you don’t mind shelling out S$900+ ($700USD) for a Crest Suite at the luxurious Swissotel Singapore then you will be treated to not only an amazingly fantastic room but also a breathtaking view from … Read more
From the moment I landed in Singapore’s Changi International Airport I was impressed. Maybe it was the fact the place was spotlessly clean, orderly and efficient…or maybe it was just the fact that I had spent the previous two months motorcycling through Indonesia that made finally arriving in a country without trash and cigarette smoke … Read more
That’s right, in just one month I will bid adieu to my house in Austin and embark on my longest and greatest adventure yet. No more ‘six weeks in this country’ or ‘six months on the road,’ this time it’s the infamous “sell all my possessions and buy a one-way ticket” scenario. The wild part … Read more
