Singapore Travel Blog

There’s nothing wrong with visiting the most popular attractions in a city, but sometimes you just want to escape the crowds and head to those that are off the beaten track a little. If you prefer to enjoy a little peace and tranquillity while you explore Singapore, then check out our top ten off the...

As Singapore’s highest natural point, Bukit Timah Hill is only 163.3 metres high (compared to the tallest buildings peaking at 280m), it is no surprise that most of the best viewpoints in Singapore are manmade. Here is our pick of the best places to take in the view in Singapore – don’t forget...

For architecture fans, there are plenty of impressive buildings to admire in Singapore. The juxtaposition of old and new in the skyline epitomises this city that celebrates its colonial past, whilst embracing its fast-paced and energetic present. The arrival of the Marina Bay Sands hotel and casino complex...

As one of the most expensive cities in the world, Singapore is not at the top of most budget travellers’ bucket lists. However, it is still possible to enjoy the city, even if you can’t afford to shop in the Orchard Road designer showrooms or eat in the celebrity chef restaurants.  Yes, even on...

Singapore is an expensive city by anyone’s standards and so is often avoided by budget travellers. Yes, beer costs around USD$12.00 a pint, and the shops are full of designer goodies that most people can’t afford, but it is possible to visit Singapore on a budget. And to prove it to you, we’ve...

Thousands of people every year choose to spend a night or two in Singapore as they break their long journey across the globe.  If you are one of these travellers who only have one day to spend in Singapore, then here we give you some ideas of how to squeeze in a lot in your short time in the city. Breakfast If...

Singapore is world-famous for its orchids, and one of the top visitor attractions in the city is the National Orchid Garden nestled within the Botanic Gardens. And little wonder – it really is a spectacular collection of orchids – over 1,000 species and 2,000 hybrids in a beautifully landscaped setting. But...

Today, 15th February, marks the anniversary of the Fall of Singapore. On this day in 1942, Singapore was the site of one of the British army’s most embarrassing defeats in history, when General Percival surrendered Singapore to the Japanese.  The two years that followed this fateful decision saw the...

It’s that time again – to say goodbye to one year and welcome in a new one. As always, we’ll all have good intentions for the coming year, and of course, we’ll all want to see it in with a bang… together with some fun, laughter and drinks in hand. If you still haven’t made any plans on how...

It’s December already and the local schools are on holiday – which can mean only one thing… Christmas is coming! So how exactly do you go about entertaining the family during the Christmas in Singapore? Here are some ideas to keep all the aunties, uncles and restless children entertained throughout...