Singapore Questions & Answers
» Topic: Visiting Singapore
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Jeremy Wang, Knows where to have good coffee and cake
Answered December 02, 2020
With Chinese people counting around 3/4 of the entire populace, Singapore is an attractive destination for celebrating the Lunar New Year. During this time, Chinatown visitors attend street performances, shop till they drop at bazaars, and more.
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Emma Johnson, Works at HSBC Singapore
Answered November 20, 2020
If you are a visiting traveler who is looking for unique things to bring home to your family and friends, the following items are popular souvenirs from Singapore that might be hard to find in your
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Katie Lee, A food and travel enthusiast, a dog lover.
Answered November 23, 2020
Before anything else, check first if you satisfy the following conditions for claiming a GST refund: You are a tourist in Singapore; You are above 16 years old; You spent a minimum of S$100 worth
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Jeremy Wang, Knows where to have good coffee and cake
Answered November 25, 2020
There are a few places in Singapore people seeking the world’s oldest entertainment visit. First is Geylang, a neighborhood sidelined from tourist areas, where you will find sex professionals and excellent food. The other ones are
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Emma Johnson, Works at HSBC Singapore
Answered November 11, 2020
Before I answer your question, let us first define the differences between duty-free and tax-free shopping in Singapore. Some visitors may not be too familiar with these terms and might get confused. Duty-free means the
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Katie Lee, A food and travel enthusiast, a dog lover.
Answered November 03, 2020
I think it’s not a matter of what to buy but where to buy cheap things in Singapore. The country is known to be one of the costliest places to live in so most things
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Katie Lee, A food and travel enthusiast, a dog lover.
Answered November 02, 2020
There are a number of alternate activities that you can do in Singapore while staying away from the tourist crowds. Below is a short list of my most recommended non-touristy things to do in Singapore.
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Jeremy Wang, Knows where to have good coffee and cake
Answered October 28, 2020
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN), rated as one of the world’s top airports, is the island nation’s main gateway. Thus, it is a likely entry point into Merlion City for most travelers. And both offer many
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Katie Lee, A food and travel enthusiast, a dog lover.
Answered October 23, 2020
This is quite difficult to answer because Singapore is a known haven for foodies. Being a melting pot of different cultures, Singapore has a lot to offer in terms of food choices that cater to
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Katie Lee, A food and travel enthusiast, a dog lover.
Answered September 28, 2020
Yes. Singapore is known to be one of the safest cities in the world for any type of traveler. I have tried walking alone in the streets of Singapore at night and I have never
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Katie Lee, A food and travel enthusiast, a dog lover.
Answered May 08, 2019
Singapore has a reputation of being strict with its laws. Here are a few very important things to keep in mind to avoid paying a hefty fine or serving prison time while in Singapore. Don’t
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Jeremy Wang, Knows where to have good coffee and cake
Answered December 19, 2017
Singapore is a small city state that has a super-efficient public transportation system. Going from your hotel to a popular tourist spot won’t be a problem. However, there are certain areas that are recommended depending
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Sumeet Shan, Master Chef at my own kitchen
Answered November 09, 2017
I had the chance to visit Singapore earlier this year and here are some of the free things that I enjoyed during my visit. On the top of my list is Gardens by the Bay.
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Taufik Phang, Works at HP Singapore
Answered October 05, 2017
Tipping is not customary in Singapore. You don’t need to worry about paying tip for using any services in Singapore. However, there may be times that you want to reward a waiter or bellhop for
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Vivian Wong, Freelance designer, studied at NUS
Answered September 14, 2017
For a super cheap way to get to the city from the airport, the MRT is a great choice! However, if you are carrying a ton of luggage, it may be difficult to maneuver! The
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Emily Lim, Beauty salon owner
Answered August 25, 2017
The ez-link card is sold in a variety of island wide locations. You can easily purchase a card at any of these sales points: 40 TransitLink Ticket Offices and 8 Concession Card Replacement Offices located
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Emma Johnson, Works at HSBC Singapore
Answered August 23, 2017
WHAT IS EZ-LINK CARD? It is a contactless smart transport card that allows you to use the MRT, LRT, buses, and taxis in seconds! You just need to tap and go. In my opinion, it
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Katie Lee, A food and travel enthusiast, a dog lover.
Answered August 20, 2017
Given that you don’t care about things like eating expensive dishes (chili crab, international buffet at a 5-star hotel), shopping for branded fashion at Orchard’s malls, and visiting places with costly entry tickets such as
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