Singapore

Singapore has four official languages which are English, Malay (Bahasa Melayu), Chinese (Mandarin), and Tamil. You can usually speak English and have a good communication with people who understand the language completely. You may find difficulty in understanding though, as the accent of the locals is different to that of an Indian, British or American.

Here are some common greetings in Malay which is widely spoken in Singapore-

- Good Morning: Selamat pagi (sounds like "pag-ee")
- Good Afternoon: Selamat tengah hari (sounds like "teen-gah har-ee")
- Good Evening: Selamat Petang (sounds like "puh-tong")
- Good Night: Selamat Malam (sounds like "mah-lahm")


Here are some common greetings in Chinese which is another widely spoken language in Singapore-

- Hello (General greeting) - n? h?o - informal
- How are you? - n? h?o ma?
- What's your name? - n? guìxìng dàmíng?
- Where are you from? - n? shì cóng n?li lái de?
- Pleased to meet you - w? h?n g?oxìng g?n n? jiànmiàn

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Shopping is one among Singapore's chosen pastimes, and tourists generally spend a lot of time strolling around various malls, sometimes in the search for best deals while other times, just to escape the outside sun. Among hundreds of malls in Singapore, we have brought before you the chosen ones where you can get exactly what you're looking for and that too at a great price!

1. Orchard Road: The Orchard shopping street is a lot more than glittering shopping malls and luxury hotels. Famous for its outside artworks, this place is truly a shopper's delight as it is one of the oldest shopping areas of the country. At Orchard Road, you can shop for anything and everything, but tourists are generally inclined towards clothing and garments.

Location: Central Region

2. Chinatown Street: The Chinatown street is the most-beloved one because of its perfect blend of ancient and new, with old temples and traditional medicinal halls situated alongside the street. If you are looking forward to buying some exotic Chinese items, then this place is a must on your to-do list.

Location: Chinatown

3. VivoCity: Largest mall in the country of malls! VivoCity offers a variety of shopping options that are suitable for the whole family. Also, some stores are unique to VivoCity, such as Superdry. The mall also features open-air segments for waterfront walks.

Location: Harbourfront Walk

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4. Haji Lane: Once a void column of post-modern era shop-houses, the Haji Lane has been given fresh life by the budding designers and local entrepreneurs. Here you can find a unique collection of furniture, antique jewellery, classic handbags, street-wear brands, and limited edition gems.

Location: Close to the downtown area

5. The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands: Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands is indeed a shopper's paradise. It houses almost every major luxury brand in the world. Also, you can visit the place to buy some fancy camera equipment from the Leica or toys from children from Hamley's. There are other things like apparel, accessories, and home-ware that can be bought from the Millenia Walk. You can upgrade your home furniture from the outlets of Vitra and Grafunkt.

Location: Marina Bay

6. Little India at Serangoon Road: If there's a festival nearby or if you are in a mood of some traditional shopping, Little India is the place to go. You can find a great range of Sarees and colourful bangles around the shops here. You can also buy other Indian articles like Rajasthani jewels and Hyderabadi traditional wear.

Location: Off Serangoon Road

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7. Clarke Quay: As you cross over the bridge from Riverside Point to Clarke Quay, you will find push-carts selling unique pottery, jewellery, wood-craft, and other stuff. Though Clarke Quay is mainly known for dining and drinking it's a worth visit for it's a friendly, cheerful and festival-like atmosphere.

Location: River Valley Road

8. Mustafa Centre: As you plan to visit Little India, don't forget to stop by at the Mustafa Centre. This place is open 24/7, and you can find anything you need, from electronics to apparel to sports equipment.

Location: Syed Alwi Road

9. Bugis Street Market: Bugis Street market is widely known for thrift shopping, and it is the Mainland for Korean themed shops where a lot of cool stuff can be bought. It's good to do better research in all the shops before finding your perfect deal.

Location: News Bugis Street

10. Raffles City Shopping Centre: Raffles City Shopping Centre enthrals over almost all the shopping fields like fashion, books, music, sports, toys, eyewear and cosmetics. All of these can be found in the varied range at City Hall MRT Station.

Location: North Bridge Road

Having fun in Singapore is really easily, thanks to the number of amusement, thrill parks that are made. These attractions are one stop shop, eat, relax, have fun rides and can be visited with your entire family, group of friends or colleagues. Some of our best picks of amusement parks in Dubai are-

- G-Max Reverse Bungy
- Haw Par Villa
- Legoland
- NEWater Visitor Centre
- Sentosa Skyline Luge and Skyride
- Singapore Flyer
- Songs of the Sea
- Universal Studios Singapore
- Wild Wild Wet Singapore
- Adventure Cove Waterpark

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With so many activities to do and places to see, your itinerary will surely shine if you add romance to it. Singapore is not a very good honeymoon destination but there are many things you can do to make it one and if planning a honeymoon trip to Singapore.

Here are some of the most romantic experiences honeymoon couples can have in this island nation of Singapore-

- Hold hands tight as you take a walk at Gardens by the Bay
- Get onto a romantic date night on a Singapore cruise
- Romance at the night safari
- Enjoy sunset at Singapore flyer
- Enjoy the laser light show
- Move away from the world in Fort Canning Hill
- Visit Kombi Rocks to try something new
- Dinner date with friendly Orangutans
- Lift your partner up in the air at sky-high

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The most happening nightlife In Singapore that you can realize is located around the city centre, which implies that you can head for an afternoon meal on Club Street in Chinatown, then drive to Marina Bay for a drink while enjoying the serene view of the city and then you can show some dance moves at Clarke Quay. Yes, you can cover it all in the same evening

All the options being easily available aren't the only good thing about the Lion City. In the past decade, Singapore has worked a lot towards shedding off its image of an overpriced holiday destination. Well, we can always thank the globally famous night clubs. Also, there are a number of rooftop bars that have recently emerged around the city.

So what are the best places to make your party night worth it? Let's have a look at the grand list:

1. An evening drink at Clarke Quay: The landscape location of the place and its complementary blend with evening drinks is unavoidable. This place is equally popular among the locals and the tourists. There is a hub of grand bars and restaurants offering great delicacies and exotic drinks. The place is also home to nightclubs like Attica and Zirca which never fail in making the nights of their guests a memorable one.

2. A special occasion at the Marina Bay Sands: The majestic three-pronged Marina Bay sands can be viewed from kilometres around. Not only it looks like the greatest part spot, but you can also hit the place for after parties too. There are a 24-hour casino and a 360-degree observation deck on the top. In simple words, Marina Bay Sands never sleeps.

3. A musical evening at the Zouk: For the lovers of dance and music, Zouk is the place to go. Quite a few big names like David Guetta, The Chemical Brothers, Calvin Harris, etc. have graced the place with their presence. A full packed evening at the Zouk looks like a mini Tomorrowland music festival, right in the heart of Singapore.

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4. Party harder on the rooftop bars like Altitude and Ku Delta: Like other South-East Asian nations, the rooftop bar culture in Singapore is zooming in every day. Altitude is the highest rooftop bar present in the area while the lavish Ku Delta isn't too far and nothing less than its rival. Other notable mentions include the Level thirty-three which is the highest craft brewery in the world and the Kinki, a Sushi admirer's delight

5. Post shopping party at Orchard Road: Though Orchard Road is mainly known as a shopping center during the day, it converts itself into a party spot during the evenings. The area is filled with eateries, restaurants and pubs which serve their purpose of hosting the party animals. There are places like The Drunken Poet and Muddy Murphy’s Irish Club which host special parties on the weekends.

6. Evening parties at the Sentosa Beach Bars: For those who are too eager to celebrate their moments and cannot wait till dark for the party beats to plug-in, Sentosa Island is the perfect deal. There are a number of beach clubs where you don’t have to wait till evening and you can get into party-mode from mid-afternoon itself! Azzura Beach Club is one such spot that hosts beach parties like Smack My Beach Up and Full Steam Ahead.

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7. A special evening at the Club Street- Chinatown: Chinatown is no longer in the saint club when it comes to nightlife in the Lion City. Recently, it has emerged as the city's best nightlife spot where a happy evening can be spent along with a quality dinner and some country music.

8. Local part spot, Holland village: This place is comparatively more visited by the locals and emigrants than the tourists. There are many fancy alfresco restaurants, and occasionally street parties are also hosted.

9. Out of the box, Geylang: Many have a perception that this area of Singapore is not for the innocent folks, but that's no reality. There are many restaurants and bars which run a plain party business and nothing else. Do look out for the gleaming neon signs and avoid visiting those buildings if you are there just for some drinks and a meal.

10. A different experience at the Gardens by the Bay: Parties in Singapore are not just limited to drinks and dines, but a natural flavour can be added to it if you visit the Gardens by The Bay.

The main attraction of the place is the 'Supertree grove' which is a group of 50 feet tall trees. Those trees are illuminated during the night with vibrant lights and the ‘light and laser’ show which begins around 2000 hours is absolutely free to visit.

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It is actually possible to discover Singapore without having to pay any entry charge or cover charges. Some of our favorite freebies here are-

Baba House
Sound and light show, Gardens by the Bay
Sri Mariamman Temple
Telok Blangah Hill Park, Southern Ridges
The Ritz-Carlton Millenia Singapore art tour
Singapore Botanic Gardens
Haw Par Villa
Bukit Brown Cemetery
Singapore Symphony Orchestra
East Coast Park
Singapore Botanic Gardens and Fort Canning Park
St Andrew's Cathedral and the Armenian Church

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Away from the shopping malls and high-tech development of Singapore, take a walk into the glorious arms of nature. Here are few of the best hiking trails for adventure lovers in Singapore that help you learn more about the natural beauty, wildlife and geography here-

- MacRitchie Reservoir Park
- Pulau Ubin Puaka Hill
- The Southern Ridges
- Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve
- Chek Jawa Wetlands
- Bukit Timah Nature Reserve
- Fort Canning Park
- Bukit Batok Nature Park
- Labrador Nature Reserve
- Dairy Farm Nature Park
- MacRitchie Treetop Walk

if you are a beach lover, the beaches in Singapore will lure you all year around. The best time to be here is from November to early March when the weather is awesome for activities like swimming, adventure sports, and beach games. Singapore’s best beaches can be divided in two broad clusters. First one are the beaches of Sentosa Island and in group two are the east coast beaches. Undoubtedly, both these clusters are pristine. However, beaches of Sentosa are more lively because of its extreme popularity. Here are best of beaches in both regions-

- Palawan Beach
- Siloso Beach
-Tanjong Beach
- Changi Beach
- Punggol Beach
- Kusu Island
- Lazarus Island
- Pulau Ubin

Singapore is located in the heart location of South East Asia and because of the favourable environmental conditions; it is blessed with a fair share of flora and fauna. There are a few jungle safaris where you can have a good time while catching some enchanting views in your cameras:

1. World's first Night Safari: Home to around 2500 animals from 130 species. If you want to witness the nocturnal life of the wild, this is the place to go.

Price: S$52(INR 2700) for adults, S$37(INR 1850) for children and S$21(INR 1063) for senior citizens
Location: 80 Mandai Lake Road
Timing: 19:30-24:00

2. The satisfying Zoo Safari: Sprawling over around 67 acres and divided into 11 zones, the zoo safari will take you into the world of 300 species of mammals, birds, and reptiles. There's also a 'keeper encounter' facility for kids below 12.

Price: S$37(INR 1850) for adults, S$25(INR 1250) for children and S$17(INR 861) for senior citizens
Location: 80 Mandai Lake Road
Timing: 08:30-18:00

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3. One of a kind River Safari: From Manatees and monkeys to Piranhas and Pandas, the Singapore River Safari has 6000 animals, and 40 of them are threatened species.

Price: S$34(INR 1722) for adults, S$23(INR 1165) for children and S$16(INR 800) for senior citizens
Location: 80 Mandai Lake Road
Timing: 10:00-19:00

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4. Witness the world of aves at Bird Sanctuary: Within its majestic 5-acre compound, and eight aviary enclosures, the bird sanctuary is home to around 3000 exotic birds from 124 species.

Price: S$30(INR 1519) for adults, S$20(INR 1013) for children
Location: 31 Lorang Da Hitam
Timing: 12:00-18:00

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The first Hollywood based theme park of South East Asia, Universal Studios features an alluring collection of 24 movie-themed rides, 18 of which were exclusively designed for the Singapore Park. There's also a world-famous Hollywood Walk of Fame. Among the breath-stopping rides features the mega Transformers 3D ride, the Egyptian Mummy ride and even the wet themed Madagascar ride.

There's also a New York movie set where you can witness the magnificent skylines, which includes a copy of a subway entrance. You can move onto the movie set and feel the astounding force of a hurricane that has special effects by Steven Spielberg! There are several thrilling performances and shows as well; the Shrek 4D adventure is most enjoyed by the younger ones. In the Lost World segment, you can witness the fantastic stunts while you can treat your eyes with the mega water explosions in the WaterWorld, things you would have seen in movies only! Also, you should have your selfie camera open because celebrity sightings are widespread at this park.

Ticket Price: S$ 79(INR 4000) for adults and S$ 59(INR 3000) for children.
Location: 8 Sentosa Gateway, Sentosa Island, Singapore
Timings: 10:00-variable closing time

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With great beaches come great watersports. Singapore offer a number of activities for all water babies. A few of them are-

- Orca Scuba
-  Fishing
- Snorkelling
- Free diving
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Canoeing

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Singapore has some fanciest casinos in the world. But remember to bring your passport to be admitted into the casino and then head to get your club card if you don't have one. This may be the case for first time visitors. Some of the best casinos in Singapore are-

- Marina Bay Sands Casino
- Marina Bay Sands
- Resorts World Sentosa
- Singapore Pools
- Singapore Pools Tampines N4 Branch

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A good pub in the town is the heart of every community. It surely brings everybody together for a fun filled night. But when you travel to a new country, selecting the best one can be a task, so here is where you can find these casual pubs in Singapore for the lovely evening with loved ones-

- The Penny Black
- The Yard
- Molly Malones
- Starker
- The Dob and Bone
- Baden
- Forest
- Tipping Club
- Anti:Dote
- No. 5 Emerald Hill
- Bar Stories
- The Pump Room
- The Screening Room

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A cruise or a yacht ride is always a good idea; especially when you are surrounded by clean blue waters. Cruising and Yacht experiences in Singapore are great and come in a variety. There are different types of cruise like the night cruise, sunset cruise, river cruise etc. Similarly, you can look out for a yacht that suits your preference. You can even hire a private one for your enclosed group to have the perfect get together or party!

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The cost of the giant Singapore flyer’s ticket prices are S$33 for an adult ticket and, S$24 for senior citizens above 60 years age. For a child of 3 to 12 years old, the ticket cost is S$21. Singapore Flyer is a giant Ferris wheel. The construction of the great Singapore Flyer had taken about 2 and a half years, back in the year 2008. The Flyer has 28 air-conditioned capsules which are mounted outboard of the rim of the wheel structure to provide continuously unobstructed and uninterrupted views to its visitors.

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