Find time to experience the magnificence that Singapore has to offer and be spellbound as you take ona

memorable trip to this small country, Singapore is located in Southeast Asia, off the southern tip of the Malay
Peninsula. Singapore packs a surprisingly massive number of attractions: verdant parks, world-class zoos,
luxurious hotels, historical structures, and deliciously cheap eats. This place is perfect for an easy family-
friendly getaway, a romantic rendezvous, a golf week with friends, or a girl’s shopping trip. As most
international flights fly through Singapore, it’s a perfect stopover destination too.

1 Singapore Dollar = 31 to 36php (2009 to 2013)

RATING: 7

Since Singapore considers English as their official language then most of its citizens does not have a hard time
conversing through the English language. Students (priimary to university levels) are fluent in English. Also
most of Singaporeans speak 2 to 3 different languages and English is one of them.
tropical/equatorial climate

The weather is warm and humid all year round. April is the warmest month, January is the coolest month and
November is the wettest month.

 high season: June to July, November to December

 low season: January to May, August to October

***Best time to go: June through July and November through December, when Singapore and most
Southeast Asian countries have school holidays.

Considering Singapore’s climate and weather, it’s advisable that you wear light, cotton clothing.
1) Sentosa - an idyllic resort island with pristine beaches, world-class attractions, sea sports, golf and retreats.
Enjoy adventure sports cause there are just many to choose from in here.

2) Artwork at the Ritz-Carlton - have a good glance of massive three-ton Frank Stella installation at the
entrance and the pair of Dale Chihuly crystal glass sculptures that anchor both wings of the building kick off
one of Southeast Asia's finest (and under the radar) collections of modern and contemporary art.

3) Chinatown Heritage Centre - experience a chunk of Singapore's history in Chinatown Heritage just few
blocks from the skyscrapers of the place.

4) The Singapore Flyer - The 165-meter-high Flyer is Singapore's answer to the London Eye. The best time to
hitch a ride is at dusk when the entire row of downtown skyscrapers is softly lit.

5) Geylang - an atmospheric quarter on Singapore's east coast that bristles with great period architecture,
leggy street walkers and some of the best local food on the island. On offer is a greedy grab of Peranakan,
Indian, Malay and regional Chinese standards

6) Zouk - party here. But remember party ends at 3am.

7) Gardens by the Bay - an award-winning horticultural attraction houses over 250 thousand rare plants and
is just a five-minute walk from the city.

8) Universal Studios - Experience Universal Studio movies in action!! Enjoy 24 different exciting attractions
you will surely like.

9) Singapore Botanic Gardens - they are open 5am until midnight. So while waiting for the other attractions
to open, have a walk here and enjoy the lush greeneries.

10) Marina Bay Sands - If you suck for luxury then this place is for you.

a) visit: Chomp Chomp Hawker Centre and Old Airport Road Market. Fine dining at Les Amis and Iggy’s.

b) FAMOUS FOOD: Chicken rice (Tian Tian Hainanese chicken rice or

Boon Tong Kee) or chili crab (No Signboard Seafood).

c) other foods: Kaya Toast (Chin Mee Chin Confectionery), Tropical

Fruits, Fish Head Curry, Laksa, Zi Char (Holland Village XO Fish Head Bee
Hoon), Peranakan Cuisine (Candlenut Kitchen or Ivin's), Dim Sum (Royal
China or Taste Paradise Ion Orchard), Char Kway Teow (No 18 Zion Road
Fried Kway Teow)
a) Kampong Glam : have a taste of Malay Culture and buy batiks, decorative trinkets and accessories, and
books relating to Arabic and Muslim culture and religion.

b) Chinatown : Singapore’s largest historic district. Chinatown is now made up of exotic pre-war shop
houses. Buy bales of fine silk, traditional handicrafts, and gold and jade jewelry here. You can also find wide
array of authentic Chinese products such as tea, medicinal herbs, foods, household items, antiques and
traditional Chinese costumes such as the cheongsam.

c) Little India : Little India is one of the most vibrant and culturally authentic districts of Singapore. Take in
the sights, sounds and smell as you immerse yourself in an authentic Indian experience in Singapore.

d) Orchard Road: This is the famous shopping strip in Singapore. There is an array of big shops which made
this place a shopping paradise.

***Laws relating to jaywalking, littering and chewing/selling gum, smoking in public are strictly
enforced in urban areas. Never litter, chew gum, sell gum, jaywalk, or smoke in public, which are
punishable by jail or even death.

Don’ts in Singapore

 Do not chew gums, which are banned in Singapore and may get you arrested. Leave it home
before you travel.
 Do not litter while in Singapore. Laws are strictly enforced relating to littering.
 Do not smoke in public. Smoking is illegal in enclosed public places (including restaurants).
Dropping a cigarette end in the street or smoking illegally can lead to an immediate fine.
 Do not get involved in any drugs. Singapore carries a mandatory death penalty for drug-
trafficking and harsh penalties for possession and use within the country.
 Do not discuss religion or politics. Do not make jokes either.
 Do not touch someone’s head. The head is considered sacred.
 Do not show the bottoms of your feet or use your feet to point. Feet are considered dirty.
 Do not bring in food into MRT (Mass Rapid Transport). Offenders will be fined up to S$200.
 Do not point at someone with your index finger, which is considered very rude.
  Do not take cabs which are very expensive in Singapore. The Singapore transportation
system is exceptionally well planned.
 Do not eat or offer anything with your left hand when with Muslims and do not use your left
hand when shaking hands with a Muslim.
 Do not tip. Tipping is not customary in Singapore and it’s even frowned down upon by the
government.
 Do not open a gift immediately in front of the giver. Do not wrap gifts in white, which is a
mourning color.
 Do not, for a Chinese descent, give clocks, handkerchiefs or flowers to as they are associated
with death and funerals. Do not accept a gift immediately; refuse a gift two to three times
before accepting to show that you’re not greedy.
 Do not, for a Malay descent, give alcohol, or anything made of pigskin, as Malays are Muslim.
Give the gift upon departing, not arriving, and use your right hand or both hands to give or
receive presents. Never use only left hand.
 Do not, for an Indian descent, give alcohol or something made of leather. Use your right
hand to give or receive presents and not your left. If it’s large, you may use both hands.

Do’s in Singapore

 Do address someone using the title of Mr., Mrs. or Miss with the surname. Do not use first
names unless you are invited to.
 Do shake hands for a warm greeting, but be aware that Malays will not always shake hands.
Muslims will not shake hands with the opposite sex. Do give a slight bow for older Chinese
people.
 Do remove your shoes while entering a private home, a temple or a mosque.
 Do leave a little on the plate when you have finished eating.
 Do be conservative in your behavior. Dress conservatively for business functions and dress
casual in other situations.
 Do have coins with you when you need to use the public toilet.
 Do stay on the left side of the escalator. The right lane is for all those people in a rush. Do
drive on the left hand side too.
 Do have some handy cash ready to use. Do not rely on your credit cards.

(by traveltaboo.com)

ENJOY YOUR SINGAPORE GETAWAY!!!