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4/2/2019

 
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Singapore

For a rich person, Singapore must feel like a bit of playground. The whole city seems to be geared toward wealth and money. However, I found, that even a little money can go a long way here if you spend it wisely. 

I've made two trips to Singapore now, and got to know the city a little better. Sure, it can be a little pretentious, a little in your face - and yep - it can seem a little fake (although not to the extent of Dubai). However, scratch the surface, and you have a beautifully complex city that has something for everyone. Neighbourhoods, with their own vibes and energy, and landmarks that leave you breathless. You can read about my first trip to Singapore here, my second trip here, and 5 things I loved about Singapore here. But this article will cover my journey through the city state in a series of pictures.

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5 things I loved about Singapore

23/7/2018

 
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Update

I originally wrote this list a few years back, but earlier this year I visited Singapore for the second time (you can read about it here). I realised that the things I enjoyed about Singapore had shifted a little, and therefore I probably needed to update this list. 

That's exactly what I've done, so read on for my 5 favourite things about Singapore

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Return to Singapore

9/4/2018

 
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Summary

Airport Rating *****
Reception of locals *****
Cost: £££££
  • My second trip to Singapore, and first in almost 5 years, gave me an opportunity to spend close to a week in the city state
  • Singapore Changi Airport is consistently voted the world's best airport, and as a Sikh I had no issues with airport security
  • Singapore is very safe for any traveller, and I saw a fair few Sikhs during my time there
  • Not quite the 'sterile' place it's made out to be, with areas like Geylang, Bugis St, Little India and Chinatown having lots of character
  • Main Sights: Marina Bay Sands, Chinatown, Little India, Sri Mariamman Temple, Buddha Took Relic Temple, Arab St, Orchard Road, Supertree Grove
I recently had the opportunity to head back to Singapore, my first trip to the city state in almost 5 years. If you read my previous article on Singapore, you'll note that I only stayed a couple of days and mentioned it was one of the places I'd like to visit again, only with more time to spare.

Well I finally had the chance to revisit it, and I spent almost a week exploring areas of Singapore that I didn't have a chance to see the first time around. Read on for more about my views and observations about one of the more divisive places in Asia.

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Singapore

20/8/2015

 
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Summary

Airport Rating *****
Reception of locals *****
Cost: £££££
  • No issues with airport security. The airport is possibly one of the best I have been to with a good layout and plenty of activities to do
  • The city itself is very expensive
  • Amazing cuisine from around the world
  • The city is clean, efficient and very orderly
  • Main Sights: Marina Bay Sands, Singapore Flyer, Sri Mariamman Temple, Downtown Singapore, Orchard Road, Cloud Forest
If there is one place that I have visited that I wish I had spent more time in, Singapore would be the place. Not quite as charming as Chiang Mai, not as loud as Bangkok, there is nevertheless a lot to do in this small city state. I only had a handful of days available in Singapore so I had to pick and choose the sights that I wanted to see.

Singapore Changi Airport has won numerous awards over the years, and its not difficult to see why. The airport is clean and efficient and staff are friendly and knowledgeable. It really makes the whole experience of flying more relaxed and pleasant.

I got a cab from the airport into the city. I decided to stay in little India, a cultural gem in the city and even in traffic it didn't take much longer than 30 minutes to get there from the airport. The cab driver was friendly and all he wanted to do was talk about English football, something I was happy to talk about. It was during my trips to SE Asia that I realised the greatest British export of the 21st century so far is the Premier league. Everyone watches it and everyone wants to talk about once they realise you are from England. They all tend to support the big teams, so when I mention Aston Villa, I always get asked why. Sometimes I ask myself the same question.

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