Singapore

Singapore

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Language(s)

English, Malay, Tamil, Mandarin Chinese

Currency

Singapore Dollar

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Best Time to Visit

Although Singapore is a year-round destination, the best time to visit Singapore is from December to June. The months of February to April fall within Singapore’s dry season and is typically when the country has the least amount of rain, the lowest humidity, and the most sunshine.

  • Wet Season: September – February
  • Dry Season: March – August

Fun Facts

  • Singapore’s land area includes as many as 64 offshore islands that surround the main island
  • Singapore is home to the world’s first night zoo
  • According to the Wildlife Reserves Singapore, the first man-made waterfall was built at Jurong Bird Park in 1971
  • Singapore pioneered the first F1 night race
  • Singapore is one of the world’s greenest cities

Bucket-List Activities

  • Explore the Gardens By the Bay (Downtown Singapore)
  • Get lost in Haji Lane (Kampong Glam)
  • Visit Sri Mariamman Temple (downtown Chinatown district)
  • Swim in the infinity pool at Marina Bay Sands (Downtown Singapore)
  • Explore the S.E.A Aquarium (Sentosa Island)

Natural Wonders

  • Coney Island (Punggol)
  • Tampines Eco Green (Tampines)
  • Thomson Nature Park (Central Singapore)
  • Kranji Marshes (Kranji Reservoir)
  • Bukit Timah Nature Reserve (Bukit Timah Hill)
  • Hindhede Quarry (Bukit Timah Hill)
  • Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve (Northwest Singapore)

Major Attractions

  • Marina Bay Sands (Downtown Singapore)
  • Gardens by the Bay (Downtown Singapore)
  • Singapore Zoo (North-western Singapore)
  • Orchard Road (Central Singapore)
  • Singapore Flyer (Downtown Singapore)

Native Foods

  • Chili Crab (crab with a spicy tomato chile sauce)
  • Hainanese Chicken (chicken and rice dish)
  • Nasi Lemak (rice dish cooked in coconut milk and pandan leaf)
  • Otak Otak (grilled or steamed fish cake)
  • Bak Kut Tey (pork rib soup)
  • Kaya toast with Kopi (toast with coffee)
  • Murtabak (stuffed folded omelet pancake)

General Travel Tips

Common Phrases

  • Catch No Ball – I don’t understand what you’re saying
  • Die Die Must Try – something is so amazing that the other person must try it, no matter what
  • Talk Cock – A cock and bull story, i.e. unbelievable
  • Ang Moh – Western ex-pats
  • Shiok – An expression of surprise and delight
  • Kiasu – A highly competitive person who’s afraid of missing out
  • Singapore / Singapore Changi Airport (SIN ✈✈✈✈) – Your gateway to Singapore and our favorite airport in the world. If you get a chance, schedule a layover in Changi and take a city tour.
Ten Places to Visit in Singapore for Thrills, Wonders, and Serenity

Ten Places to Visit in Singapore for Thrills, Wonders, and Serenity

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