A Visitors Guide to Singapore

Singapore is an island city-state located at the equator’s edge and encased by Indonesia and Malaysia on the Malay Peninsula. Travelers enjoy its well-maintained roads, excellent public transportation system, first-rate hospitals, enticing shopping malls and gourmet dining at reasonable prices.

The atmosphere is relatively subdued, because Singapore lacks Malaysia’s impressive landscapes and beaches, and Indonesia’s rugged charm—but it still has a lot to offer.

Tourism in Singapore

This is a major part of the city-state’s income, and when you consider its beauty and grandeur, it is easy to understand why.

For example, more than ten million visitors come here every year to see the world-famous Orchard Road, a remarkable shopping district. Legalized gambling is also part of the scene, and Singapore is home to a number of luxurious casinos, including Sentosa and Marina South.

Medical tourism

This is another part of Singapore’s story because its medical reputation is unmatched in the area. As a result, more than half a million people travel there for surgery each, knowing they will receive the quick service and advanced care they need. The diverse groups of people that comprise Singapore’s population are among the happiest to be found anywhere on earth, and this clearly shows what can be accomplished when those in power are willing to hear what those they govern have to say

Getting the most out of your trip

To accomplish, stay in Singapore for a few weeks if you can, get to know the local people, and spend some time interacting with them. You will soon discover that they have an ethical and philosophical outlook that is truly unique, and that they are intent on succeeding both academically and economically. Also, note that English is spoken throughout Singapore, and other local languages include Malay, Tamil and Mandarin.

Dining out in Singapore

When you go there, you will soon see that Singaporeans have a special appreciation for fine food. They have easy access to the cuisines of Malaysia, South India, Japan, China, Vietnam, Thailand and Western Europe, and they enjoy visiting outdoor eateries, referred to as “canteens,” to sample the locale fare.

Places to see while you are here include the following:

One of Singapore’s most famous landmarks is the colonial-style Raffles Hotel, which was built in 1887. Named after Sir Stamford Raffles, the city’s founder, it is currently managed by Raffles International. Well-known for its superb restaurants and luxurious accommodations, the hotel also includes a Victorian-style theater, a museum and a tropical garden courtyard.

The Singapore Zoo, which houses approximately 2,000 animals, simulates their natural habitats. People of all ages enjoy the special programs and fun-filled activities that are provided there, and you will want to visit all three animal parks.

To become more familiar with Singapore’s diversified culture, be sure to visit Chinatown, where customs from the southern provinces of Fujian and Guangdong in China are still observed today. Chinatown, Kampong Glam and Little India are the city’s three distinct sections that comprise the Singapore Ethnic Quarters.