SINGAPORE — Singapore is very welcoming to tourists, especially after the quieter years of the pandemic.
We know that The Singapore Independent has a considerable international readership, so if you’re thinking of visiting the Little Red Dot anytime this year, here are some helpful guides.
1. It’s so hot!wear light clothing
Except for January and February, Singapore is very hot and very humid most of the time. Welcome to the tropics!
If you come from a cold climate and are not used to it, you may want to wear light, breathable clothing and bring a water bottle. A hat and sunglasses will also help. And don’t forget to apply sunscreen lotion for extra protection.
2. Get yourself an EZ-Link card and a local SIM card
Singapore has a very well-established public transportation system. One of the best ways to travel is on buses and trains with an EZ-Link card. EZ-Link cards are sold at convenience stores such as 7-11, shopping malls and bus interchanges.
If fast internet speed is as important to you as breathing, don’t worry. Get a prepaid travel SIM card with 100GB data, 500 minutes of local calls, 20 minutes of international calls, 100 local text messages, valid for one week.
Singtel offers 2-in-1 Travel SIM Card and EZ-Link Travel Card for your utmost convenience.
3. Eat, eat, eat! ! !
Singapore is not a place for dieting. We know this is true in Asia, but it may be especially true in Singapore. Here’s the big trick: eat where the locals eat. Hawker food in Singapore is amazing!
Our favorites are Old Airport Road Food Centre, Geylang Serai Market and Lau Pa Sat. Please tell us you can’t go home without trying the laksa, chicken rice, pork chow mein or mala pot.
Even better, all of the above!
4. You must follow the rules!
Singapore is a really nice city, pun intended, and if you don’t want to spend hundreds, or worse, thousands of dollars on a hard-earned vacation, go straight ahead. Leave your inner rebel at home. The Singapore authorities are strict to the core! We are not kidding.
Do yourself a favor and avoid getting in trouble. This includes smoking only where you are allowed.
here are some Laws you should pay careful attention to before you go.
5. Take advantage of free stuff
Except for the two ecological parks, Gardens by the Bay is free. But go early, especially during peak tourist seasons and holidays and weekends, as it is one of the most popular places for tourists in Singapore. MacRitchie Reservoir and Merlion Park are also free. /TISG
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