Singapore Travel Guide | She is Wanderlust Female Adventure Traveler

Located in South East Asia, Singapore is an island-city state that was once colonized by the British. The country is well known as an international financial center with delightful food, incredible natural attractions and harmonious multicultural society.

Why Visit

CULTURE: Singapore is a society built on a rich diversity of culture and Heritage (A combination of Asian and European cultures), with one of the most diverse cultures mixes in the world. Respect is their motto and almost all communities host events and festivals throughout the year, encouraging other people to learn more about each other. Many different temples from many religions could be also found along the island.

ARCHITECTURE: Singapore is well known for its modern architecture and tall skyscrapers with breathtaking skyline, but it has also managed to preserve its architecture legacy from a range of influences and styles from different cultures and ages that is worth taking a look to. A merger of old and new.

NATURE: Called “the Garden City”, (The greenest city in Asia) Singapore is home to a hundred of gardens and conservation programs, mixing modern architecture with green spaces to provide citizens and tourists with a space from the hustle of the city. One of the most densely populated countries in the world, it always come with new initiatives to promote sustainability.

FOOD: The local cuisine is one of the top reasons why people visit Singapore. Thanks to its cultural mix, its local food is unique and comprises many cuisines with strong and delightful flavors. Visiting a hawker centre (open-air complex with a variety of inexpensive local food) is something you shouldn’t miss.

Why Visit

Name:Republic of Singapore
Capital: Singapore (City-State)
Official Languages: English, Malay, Chinese, Tamil
Currency: Singapore dollar
Time Zone: UTC+8

Name:Republic of Singapore
Capital: Singapore (City-State)
Official Languages: English, Malay, Chinese, Tamil
Currency: Singapore dollar
Time Zone: UTC+8

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What to expect

LANGUAGE: English is the most commonly spoken language in Singapore, in addition to the other national languages like Malay, Mandarin and Tamil.

ELECTRICITY: In Singapore the standard voltage is 230 V and the frequency is 50 Hz. That’s the standard voltage in the UK, Europe, Australia and most of Asia and Africa; If you are traveling from the US you will need an adaptor.

CURRENCY: The Singapore Dollar is the official currency. 1 USD equals 1.43 Singapore dollars. Although foreign currency are accepted at tourist centres, I would recommend to get some local currency, that can be easily withdrawn from the ATMs. Major credit card companies are also widely accepted.

SAFETY: Singapore is not just extremely clean but also extremely safe, one of the safest in Asia. However, petty crime could exist (like anywhere else). Use your common sense and keep your valuables close, just like you would in your hometown.

CLIMATE: Situated near the Equator, Singapore has a tropical weather throughout the year, with high humidity and rainfalls.

PASSPORT: Most visitors (80% of countries )to Singapore can enter the country for a period of 30 days or 90 days without a visit, however, they are required to have a valid passport.

Citizens from Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, India, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Moldova, North Korea, Russia, Tajikistan, Ukraine, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan may obtain a visa online through a local Singaporean contact. Citizens from Afghanistan, Algeria, Bangladesh, Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Kosovo, Lebanon, Libya, Mali, Morocco, Nigeria, Pakistan, Palestine, Saudi Arabia, Somalia, Sudan, Syria, Tunisia and Yemen will require to request a visa in advance.

How to get around

MRT: MRT, Mass Rapid Transit or subway is the best way to get around the city-state. It is fast, affordable and features a extend network that connects the entire island. Most of the popular attractions are just a couple steps away from a MRT station.

Taxis/Cars: Taxis are a good idea if you are willing to go to areas not accessible through MRT. All cabs are metered in Singapore.

Bus: Singapore’s bus system has an extensive network covering the majority of places in the city. One of the most affordable and scenic ways to get around.

By foot: Singapore is pretty walkable, with plenty of boardwalks and crosswalks, a really good way to see the city. Although it is a city-state, it is pretty big with an area of 278,6 miles, and it would take around 28 hours to walk the entire island.