UNBELIEVABLE! Is Singapore the MOST BEAUTIFUL city in the world?

[@martina5923]

What I have always admired about Singapore is the co-existence of different cultures and the tolerance and acceptance of one another. I spent a substantial amount of time in Singapore mainly in the 1980's, and it is neat to see how this spectacular city is always innovative and creating new masterpieces that leave us stunned and in awe.

[@ordoabchao4202]

I had a love affair with Singapore since i visited the first time as a undergrad backpacker in 2007. I finally moved here in 2020. Great Video. One thing tourist often miss out on is the beautiful greenery, the vast parks and nature walks: hiking the Southern Ridges, around McRitchie Reservoir or at Sungei Buloh Wetlands (among others), cycling the Green Corridor, the East Coast park or even along the entire island's coastline. You'll find all sorts of intersting rainforrest flora and fauna.

[@BrianandCarrie]

We really enjoyed the one that we walked through in the video. Singapore is an amazing city that deserves more than a two-day stopover. Thank you for watching and commenting!! Cheers!!🍻

[@geniegal78]

I know right... most tourists who come to SG will do only the tourist stuff & leave, not much will really explore the rest of SG.

[@cookmaster3626]

Your Presentation "Travel Singapore in 30 Mins" was awesome. Great Vlog with excellent visuals. You have a knack for selecting the background music. The music "Sultan of Delhi" you played in the Little India district was so nice, mesmerizing and relaxing to listen to and its one of my favorite songs now. Thanks again for a great show to our living room. Cheers!

[@BrianandCarrie]

Carrie did all the editing on this video and she works really hard on the music, so thank you for noticing CM!! Again, as always, thank you for watching and commenting!!! Cheers!!🍻

[@KevinQuek-er3fe]

You guys need to come to Singapore for christmas and New Year. On new years eve , at the barge, the fireworks starts at 10.30 pm and it goes on until 12 am. It is so beautiful , you gonna love Singapore.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Wow, that sounds amazing! That would be a great reason to come back for sure. Thank you so much for watching. Cheers!!

[@safrisaleh412]

Singapore 🇸🇬 is not your typical South East Asia city that you have visited i.e. Thailand🇹🇭, Philippines 🇵🇭, Malaysia 🇲🇾, Indonesia 🇮🇩, Vietnam 🇻🇳, Cambodia 🇰🇭, Myanmar 🇲🇲 or even Brunei 🇧🇳. A combination of Modern Architecture surrounded by old British 🇬🇧 colonial buildings with lush foliage on the skyscrapers. Very westernized and contemporary yet still preserve the old rustic looks of old village settings. The price of accommodation and food tends to be on the pricey side if you dine on a mostly touristy flank. Go to hawker centers for cheaper options in Singapore 🇸🇬. There is plenty of it here and to approximate is beyond comparison. Hope you relish the adventure of staying here in Singapore 🇸🇬. Marina Bay Sands is an integrated resort fronting Marina Bay in Singapore and a landmark of the city. At its opening in 2010, it was deemed the world's most expensive standalone casino property at S$8 billion (US$6.88 billion). The resort includes a 2,561-room hotel, a 120,000-square-metre (1,300,000 sq ft) convention-exhibition centre, the 74,000-square-metre (800,000 sq ft) The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands mall, a museum, a large theatre, "celebrity chef" restaurants, two floating crystal pavilions, art-science exhibits, and the world's largest atrium casino with 500 tables and 1,600 slot machines. The complex includes three towers topped by the Sands Skypark, a skyway connecting 340-metre-long (1,120 ft) with a capacity of 3,902 people and a 150 m (490 ft) infinity swimming pool, set on top of the world's largest public cantilevered platform, which overhangs the north tower by 66.5 m (218 ft). The 20-hectare resort was designed by Moshe Safdie architects. Clarke Quay:- Clarke Quay was named after Sir Andrew Clarke, Singapore's second Governor and Governor of the Straits Settlements from 1873 to 1875, who played a key role in positioning Singapore as the main port for the Malay states of Perak, Selangor and Sungei Ujong. Clarke Quay is also the name of a road along the quay, part of which has since been converted into a pedestrian mall. Clarke Street, located next to Clarke Quay, was officially named in 1896, and was originally two streets known simply as East Street and West Street in north Kampong Malacca. Similar to Clarke Quay, Clarke Street has since been converted into a pedestrian mall. The Hoklos (Hokkien) refer to Clarke Street as gi hok kong si au (义福公司后), meaning "behind the new Gi Hok Kongsi" (house). The new Gi Hok Kongsi was near Carpenter Street. Another Chinese reference, which only refers to the Southern bank around Read Bridge area, was cha chun tau (柴船头), meaning "jetty for boats carrying firewood". Small tongkangs carrying firewood from Indonesia berthed at this jetty. The firewood trade was primarily a Teochew enterprise. Panoramic view of Singapore River, with Clarke Quay on the left (northern) bank and Riverside Point on the right (southern) bank. Photograph taken from Ord Bridge, which can be seen on the extreme right. The Singapore River has been the centre of trade since modern Singapore was founded in 1819. During the colonial era, Boat Quay was the commercial centre where barge lighters would transport goods upstream to warehouses at Clarke Quay. At the height of its prosperity, dozens of bumboats jostled for mooring space beside Clarke Quay. This continued well into the later half of the 20th century. By this time, the Singapore River had also become very polluted. The government decided to relocate cargo services to a new modern facility in Pasir Panjang. The bumboats and lorries departed to their new home and Clarke Quay fell silent. The government then cleaned up the Singapore River and its environment from 1977 to 1987. Plans were made to revamp the area and turn it into a flourishing commercial, residential and entertainment precinct. These plans took into serious consideration the historical value of Clarke Quay, making it mandatory that new buildings complement the historical character of the area and that certain old buildings be restored. Clarke Quay Festival Village, the biggest conservation project for the Singapore River, was developed and officially opened on 10 December 1993. Clarke Quay Festival Village was managed by Clarke Quay Pte Ltd, a subsidiary of DBS Land. In 2000, DBS Land merged with Pidemco Land to form CapitaLand and management of Clarke Quay went to CapitaLand. In 1996, the advertising agency Saatchi & Saatchi, and their sister company Zenith, moved into Clarke Quay as the pioneers to develop a creative hub. Two years later, they were awarded Ad Age International Agency of the Year. They had taken over the karaoke Party Doll premises. Ten years later, works were commenced to revamp the Clarke Quay area to give the place a better tenant mix. The development also saw major changes to the exterior and riverside areas. In 2003, British architectural firm Alsop Architects was hired to revamp Clarke Quay. The firm was commissioned to redesign the shophouse facades, streetscapes and riverfront dining areas in two development phases. The newly redeveloped Clarke Quay consistently attracts over 2 million visitors a year and is a major social and tourist component of brand Singapore. Crucial to its success is the ingenious moderation of the micro-climate through the design of sophisticated shading and cooling systems which reduce the ambient temperature by 4 degrees Celsius while enhancing the riverfront and streets with tremendous visual interests. The project won in 2007 Cityscape Architectural Review Award (Tourism, Travel & Transport - Built) and the Cityscape Asia Awards, Best Waterfront Development in 2008. The Satay Club and a number of establishments vacated Clarke Quay to make way for new tenants. A new SOHO concept development cum shopping centre called Clarke Quay Central, above the MRT station, was completed in 2007. In July 2012, Hong Kong lifestyle retail store GOD opened a 6,000 square foot flagship store in the Quay. It closed on 26 April 2015. On 17 December 2016, Zouk opened at Clark Quay after moving from its previous location at Jiak Kim Road. Kampong Glam:- The word 'kampong' means "compound" in Malay, while 'gelam' refers to the long-leaved paperbark tree, commonly found in the area and used for boat-making. Kampong Glam:- Neighbourhood in Singapore, Centred on busy Arab Street, Kampong Glam is known as Singapore’s Muslim Quarter. It's 19th-century shophouses have been turned into stores selling textiles and casual restaurants serving spicy Malay and global fare. Notable landmarks here include the golden domed Sultan Mosque and the Malay Heritage Centre, where exhibits focus on local history. Clothing boutiques, street art and trendy cafes line Haji Lane. Little India Singapore 🇸🇬:- Little India is truly one of Singapore's most colourful historical districts. Lime pits, brick kilns and a race track once dotted the neighbourhood, and its streets thronged with herdsmen, merchants and garland makers plying their trade. To this day, this enclave of Indian culture retains its unique heritage. •Why is it called Little India in Singapore? Its location along the Serangoon River originally made it attractive for raising cattle, and trade in livestock was once prominent in the area. Eventually, other economic activity developed, and by the turn of the 20th century, the area began to look like an ethnic Indian neighbourhood. Fort Canning Hill / Park:- Fort Canning Hill, formerly Government Hill, Singapore Hill and Bukit Larangan (Forbidden Hill in Malay), or simply known as Fort Canning, is a prominent hill, about 48 metres (157 ft) high, in the southeast portion of Singapore, within the Central Area that forms Singapore's central business district. The hill has a long history intertwined with that of the country due to its location as the highest elevation within walking distance to the city's civic district, within the Downtown Core. It is also a popular location for exhibitions, concerts and outdoor recreation. Etymology:- It was named after Viscount Charles John Canning, the first Viceroy of India. The Malays called the hill Bukit Larangan or Forbidden Hill since olden times. This is due to the belief that it is the place where the kings of ancient Singapore were laid to rest, and it was believed to be haunted. It is also believed that a palace once stood on the hill. A settlement on the hill in the 14th century was referred to as Ban Zu (from the Malay pancur) by the Yuan dynasty traveller Wang Dayuan. Later, Sir Stamford Raffles built his residence there, which was also used by other Residents and Governors. It became known as Government Hill until it was renamed Fort Canning in 1861, when a military fort was built on the site. Today it is the location of both the Fort Canning Reservoir and Fort Canning Park. Chinatown:- Chinatown Singapore is famous for a lot of things such as Sri Mariamman Temple, Pinnacle@Duxton Skybridge, Buddha Tooth Relic Temple, Singapore City Gallery, Chinatown Street Market, Red Dot Design Museum, Thian Hock Keng Temple, NUS Baba House, etc. Lovers of culture looking to immerse themselves in Singapore's rich, multi-ethnic culture will find no better place than Chinatown. This beautiful district is the only Chinatown in the world to boast a Buddhist temple, mosque and Hindu temple along a single street. Gardens By The Bay:- The Gardens by the Bay is a nature park spanning 101 hectares (250 acres) in the Central Region of Singapore 🇸🇬, adjacent to the Marina Reservoir. The park consists of three waterfront gardens: Bay South Garden (in Marina South), Bay East Garden (in Marina East) and Bay Central Garden (in Downtown Core and Kallang). The largest of the gardens is the Bay South Garden at 54 hectares (130 acres) designed by Grant Associates. Its Flower Dome is the largest glass greenhouse in the world.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you for all the great history and information. This will be so helpful for anyone visiting. Thanks for watching - Cheers!!

[@CapitolHillClips]

25:08 good to know but thanks for sharing price! If there’s a lot to see, we would opt out to check out the free things as well 👍

[@BrianandCarrie]

Free is always a bonus for us. Thankfully there is so much to see that is free, so it makes it very easy to explore the city and not spend too much. Thanks for watching! Cheers ☺

[@karenlouisepresent1273]

Love Singapore, just a beautiful city, so much to see and do, less humidity would be my only fix :) but I'll take it. My brother just got back and another arrived there yesterday. We've just booked our first holiday to Vietnam but Singapore will be the next trip for us, can't wait to get back there. Thank you for your videos too, so well done.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Hi Karen! We 100% agree - such a beautiful city. We also enjoyed our time in Vietnam and look forward to returning next year to explore more. Thanks so much for watching ☺ . Safe travels!

[@vaguelyvagrant9694]

Awesome video! Kampong Glam and Little India are my favorite neighborhoods in Singapore.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thanks so much for watching ❤️

[@ChrissieSM]

Yes, it is.

[@michaelbiasini7215]

Another great video! I always enjoy traveling the world via your videos every Saturday morning. Thanks so much for sharing your experiences with us. Where to next?

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you, Michael. After we travel home for a few weeks we will be heading back to Europe! We appreciate your support!! Cheers!!🍻

[@dimphinapereira1502]

Beautiful ❤ I love Singapore

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you for watching!! ❤

[@simplyme3306]

Nice video of Singapore. Clarke Quay (is pronounced as "key"). You can have affordable and popular food at the many local hawker centres. For those who are not aware, you can use your credit card with pay wave function to tap at trains and buses. You could have went to the hawker place at Tekka Centre Little India :D Also there are many money changers in Singapore. It definitely gives you better rate and without the extra charges incurred for using your card overseas. You missed going up to the biggest hawker centre/food centre in Singapore at the Chinatown Complex. You can have those food you had at the restaurant and other many food options in the hawker centre too :D

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you so much for all the great suggestions. If we would of had more time to visit we would have loved to visit these places and find the better deals. Cheers 🍻

[@hiroyukishinichi9873]

Welcome to Singapore!

[@carolearchambault7560]

Hi , just found you , have watched some of your first videos,,,, very good, me and my husband 65 yrs old have just retired. . We have done quite some traveling but never for more then 18 days….Except last August 2 months in Australia because our daughter as moved over there. We would love to go for a 2 months between January and march to avoid our winter, (Québec). We’re would you recommend us? Thank you 🙏 😢

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you so much 😊. We loved our time in SE Asia and arrived in early January which was the perfect time. Southern Portugal is also a great location, but not as warm. Safe travels 😊

[@kleerogers]

Great video guys!!! You must have a lot more money than my wife and I do, way to expensive for us. But it is a beautiful city for sure

[@BrianandCarrie]

I'm guessing that we don't. 😀 Two days was about all we could do!! Cheers!!🍻

[@採菊绚麗]

If you enjoy 💯 urbanised Singapore, you are very likely to like cities in China even more. Give yourselves at least three weeks to experience life in at least five Chinese cities , from mega, medium to small ones, amongst the 297 of them. Kudos to Chinese city planners. Here's where urbanism blends the state of art infrastructure, Cultural Heritage and Nature seamlessly. Chinese cities are flourishing indeed. China's public transport (not just its legendary HSR) is very efficient, affordable , clean, accessible, efficient, comfortable and safe. Even in the darkest wee hours, streets, public amenities, parks, places of interests eateries and shopping malls are family friendly, well maintained, clean , high quality and safe. Sadly, distortion of reality is the bread and butter of Anglo-Saxon mainstream media and politicians. They maliciously lie about life and politics in China. It's educational to travel to China to witness green energy developments and environmental protection issues as well as learn about rights and freedom in China yourselves. It's important to listen to different narratives. If you have a few months to travel and love adventure, explore rural China too. Be amazed by the scale and diversity of terrains, climatic conditions, flora and fauna as well as delicacies in different provinces and of ethnicities ( China has 56 ethnicities). You will not only understand Chinese Geography better but also its Culture and History when you speak to the locals. Hahaha...Learn Elementary Conversational Mandarin. Master enough phrases so that you can ask for help, order food, for directions etc. and enjoy yourselves. "Different folks/countries, different strokes. " Travel opens up our minds indeed.

[@BrianandCarrie]

We would love to see China someday. We may be back in SE Asia in 2025. Thank you for writing this out for us! Cheers!

[@tinap.5064]

I’ve been to most of the places that you mentioned plus others and am now considering the “Stans” in Central Asia. That includes Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan. Are they in a future itinerary for you?

[@BrianandCarrie]

Hi! Those areas aren't on our list at this point but maybe in a few years! Thanks so much for watching 😊

[@SuccessforLifester]

Hi Brian did you request for your eyebrows to be trimmed ? I never have my eyebrows trimmed before by barbers.

[@BrianandCarrie]

I don't have to request they be trimmed, Sean. The barber can see for himself before I even walk in the door. 😜

[@SuccessforLifester]

@@BrianandCarrie You are so manly Brian! You were checking out yourself in the hotel elevator, I guess you are analysing the eyebrow? There was this HK actress goddess from the eighties. She was probably renowned for her thick eyebrows

[@SuccessforLifester]

@@BrianandCarrie Her name is Joey Wong. Now retired in Canada

[@monarchy7896]

Quay is pronounced as “key”

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you ☺️

[@annamayfair-diaznovelspoet8436]

Great video guys and I can't believe how immaculately clean and orderly the city appears and the gorgeous architecture and aesthetics. Those steep fines and clear signs and communication is well executed. What a difference from our US metropolitan cities!!! Thanks!🤩👍🍺

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you for watching and commenting, Anna! 😀 Cheers!!🍻

[@j.t1682]

I guess you have never been to Los Angeles. No wonder you are in awe.

[@BrianandCarrie]

J.T I used to have family in Los Angeles. The two don't even compare, it isn't a contest anyway. No reason to be upset. Cheers!!🍻

[@sgholidae]

Safety and hygiene are the 2 key foundation of Singapore’s beauty, which people from surrounding Southeast Asia will immediately notice of. Low crime, less foul odour, barely found mosquitoes. Glad you enjoyed it and please come again ❤

[@shaunashton9744]

Thanks for the walk down memory lane, Singapore is a great city to introduce your kids to Asia which we have done. Last time we stayed near Haji lane but really enjoyed Chinatown. We love the MRT, as we would let the kids choose which trains to take. My dream is to spend a week at the Fullerton. Agree that it is always best to do a stopover and take your time to enjoy the many pleasures of Singapore.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you for watching, Shaun! We appreciate the support! Cheers!🍻

[@gorillaofjohn15]

Enjoyed your video! Granted, you didn't have sufficient time to explore more of Singapore, but where you have introduced and walked through are some of the most expensive parts of the island. They are definitely not of normal local pricing, and even locals will find them steep. You can have amazing food at an average of 3-5 USD per meal/course at the local food centres and markets, where most locals frequent. Hope you can be back here again one day, and discover the true charms of this island. There is a lot more than the highly polished bay area that you featured here :)

[@isaiahjoshc]

Welcome to Singapore! It's funny you pronounced Boat Quay and Clarke Quay like locals did in the earlier years, hahaha! It's actually pronounced like "key", so Boat Quay (key) and Clarke Quay (key). Singapore can be affordable too, really. Hawker centers are a little chaotic and noisy for the uninitiated, but they are amazing places for good and affordable food.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you for the clarification, Isaiah! 😀 And you are correct that Singapore does not have to be expensive. Getting out of the city center and buying local is much less expensive and just as enjoyable. Thank you for watching and commenting on the channel! Cheers!!🍻

[@isaiahjoshc]

@@BrianandCarrie Appreciate the response to my comment! Safe travels on all your adventures, and looking forward to seeing more.

[@patricialing]

I really loved Singapore! I am glad you guys are experiencing it also, watching your video brings back memories and the feelings I felt there ❤

[@BrianandCarrie]

Hi Patricia! We are so happy we had the opportunity to visit Singapore - such a beautiful city. Thanks so much for watching ☺

[@laurensmith-mitchell3204]

I love all of your video's but I was a little sad as you didn't appear to see a lot of things that Singapore has to offer. It's a truly spectacular city, but definitely agree that it can be pricey. I was really looking forward to seeing your reactions to Gardens By The Bay. Inside the Flower Dome is such a unique experience as is the Cloud Forest (which I know was closed while you were there). I think they're an absolute must see if you go to Singapore, even if you see nothing else and the prices for these are quiet affordable compared to a lot of other things there. The large dome's at Gardens By The Bay are very different inside to what's outside around that area. There is a lot to do in Singapore including the zoo, night safari there, Sentosa Island including Universal Studio's, Madame Tussauds, SEA Aquarium and the cable car to get over there. Also exploring this beautiful city at night on a river cruise as well as China Town at night when it takes on a whole new vibe, including a trishaw ride along the streets with old pop music blaring, which was so much fun at night as well. You could also do a whole clip just on the Changi Airport in Singapore, which has many features similar to Gardens By The Bay and is a great tourist attraction in it's own right. I so hope you get to go back and see more of amazing Singapore sometime soon.

[@BrianandCarrie]

We understand that there is a lot to do and see in Singapore, Laura but we only had a day in a half to explore. We really do feel like we covered a lot in the limited time that we had. Thank you for pointing out all the wonderful things that there are to do in such a beautiful city. We do apologize if you don't believe that we gave it everything that it deserves.

[@laurensmith-mitchell3204]

@@BrianandCarrie You did very well for the short amount of time you were there. I just hope you can go back sometime soon and see even more as a day and a half is just not long enough for Singapore. I'm a big fan and really enjoy your video's.

[@VisitSingapore]

We're really glad you enjoyed Singapore!

[@BrianandCarrie]

We loved our time in Singapore. Thanks for watching 😊

[@MasterChief3377425]

@@BrianandCarrie I think you just got noticed by our tourism body X-P

[@BrianandCarrie]

Yes, very cool. Hopefully they liked our video!! 😀

[@TravelInOneMinute]

It's definitely beautiful. One day will go there

[@bstamp1354]

Great video. We loved Singapore also. So clean and orderly. Subway system is amazing. We were a little disappointed that the laser light show was inactive when we were there to see it so we hustled over to the light show in the forest and it was absolutely lovely. Not a cheap city like you mentioned, but an absolute must see!

[@BrianandCarrie]

It's too bad you didn't get to see the laser show!! ☹ We had a great time but yes, very expensive. It is a must-see and we will probably go back for a layover again if we get the chance. Thank you for watching and commenting!! Cheers!!🍻

[@ChristinaDeAngelis-b7g]

I am so enjoying this magnificent city with you and loved every minute I was there- so excited to see the rooftop infinity pool in the background- so awesome! Enjoy the beauty of your surroundings and the lovely people. You both look like you have found nirvana.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you, Christina. We had an amazing time in Singapore. ❤

[@MikeS29]

Magical city, by the look of it! Looking forward to a visit there someday 🙂

[@VanGoghGlobetrotter]

Travel is a huge part of my life and something I’ve always known that I want to continue when I get to retirement. However, until I started watching your videos, I never dreamed that full-time travel could be an option for me as I don’t have a multimillion dollar portfolio. Your channel has made me think about retirement in a completely different way! Thank you guys and cheers!

[@BrianandCarrie]

Hi Maria! We felt the same way for so long, like it was a dream that most likely would never be obtained. We feel so incredibly lucky to be living the life we are and are so happy to be able to share with others that it doesn't take a huge bank account to be doing what we are doing. Thank you so much for your support. Cheers 🍻

[@dominiquetheeasyminimalist]

This was beautiful! Very cosmopolitan city, although some areas kind of remind me of Vegas or even Disney 😂. Very informative, thanks for sharing your experiences!

[@BrianandCarrie]

Hi Dominique! It was about as clean as Disney 😉 that's for sure. Such a beautiful city and so happy you enjoyed the video. Cheers 🍻

[@brendataylor8388]

👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻I’m so happy you did Singapore! I’m hoping the next vlog is the airport🤣. It looks amazing! Going to buy you a beer right now! Another great one guys.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you, Brenda! Next week's video is all about the Singapore airport and our journey to Seattle. Thank you so much for the support! ❤🍻

[@brendataylor8388]

I hope your visit home is wonderful!

[@waterpepper]

Singapore is awesome. If you are interested, 'Quay' is pronounced as 'key'. Thanks for taking us on your S.E.A journey.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Hi Jeff! Thank you so much for that correction, we did not know that. We loved our time in SE Asia and look forward to returning next year to explore more. Cheers 🍻

[@raymondlow393]

7:54 - - - Welcome to Singapore. A little misconception you have here. Chewing of gums on the streets is NOT illegal in Singapore and it is allowed. It's just that selling of gums is against the law here. You can still bring in a few loose sticks FOR YOUR OWN CONSUMPTION. Importing gums for the purpose of selling is not allowed. You can still get gums from some medical outlets if you have a prescription from a registered doctor. The reasons why selling of gums here are banned are due to the way some uncivilised people disposed of their waste-gums. In the past before gums were banned, there were incidents where door sensors on trains were blocked by gum residues delibrately left by mischievious passengers thus causing train doors unable to shut resulted in disruptions in train services and delays for thousands of passengers. Another reason is that the govt has to spend hundreds of thousands of dollars if not million, into clearing waste-gums stuck on walkways or pedestrian walks, left by uncivilised people who spitted the gums onto the walkways adter chewing. Therefore, if you want chew gums in Singapore, be sure to dispose of your gums by wrapping it in a piece of tissue and dispose it off in a trash bin. In this way, you won't get into trouble with the law. Just imagine how you would curse when you accidentally step your expensive shoe on to a patch of gum just left by someone on the walkway, but today, that will never happen to you when you are in Singapore.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you for the clarification! Singapore is a beautiful city so understandable why there are restriction. Cheers!!

[@alholic]

Nice Singapore travelogue! I haven't been to Singapore in almost 10 years and I am staggered at the prices there! From my impression, it looks as if the prices for everything has almost doubled since then. Still it looked like a cool trip and it does make me want to re-visit Singapore sometime in the future to see all the new developments. Thanks for bringing us along!

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you for watching!!! 😀 Cheers!!🍻

[@simplyme3306]

yes things are getting expensive, but most countries are experiencing crazy inflation as well. We are lucky to have a strong currency as Singapore imports most stuff. Transport and hawker food are still affordable. You can get all sorts of great options from local to Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, Western and craft beer (I don't drink though, I've only seen videos) at hawker centres.

[@Mr.S65]

Singapore is a must see place, at least once. But that was plenty for me. It was early summer but yet very humid and overwhelmingly sunny.However, the gardens by the Bay… frankly you opted for the best - not going in. What amazes me is its history - from rags to riches in such a short time. That’s admirable. A very hot and humid place that has the perfect infrastructure to spend the whole time… indoors under the refuge of air conditioning.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Hi! The heat and humidity can certainly be a bit much. Thankfully there were plenty of places to hop into with AC to cool off. We typically veer towards the free or low-cost attractions, as we are traveling on a budget and were so happy to find so many wonderful things to do that were free in Singapore. Thank you so much for watching! Cheers 🍻

[@MaySim]

Really proud of how much foreigners love Singapore, but I do wish more travelers, especially KZbinrs, would get out of the extreme touristy areas to see the real Singapore, not least so that the myth of Singapore being ridiculously expensive doesn't keep getting perpetuated. These prices are only so specifically at the Marina Bay area. Also, for foreigners reading this, you CAN chew gum in Singapore - that's the oldest untrue myth going around. You can't sell it, but you can consume it here. For English speakers, the word 'Quay' is actually an English word, so unlike some places in Singapore with Chinese, Malay or Indian names, 'Quay' is... from your language, and it's pronounced 'key', not 'kway' - just a tip!

[@frankietatcanbearrange3874]

you have to pronounced Clarke Quay and Boat Quay as 'KEY'

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you! Cheers

[@markstevens6682]

Keep in mind in Singapore the prices are in $$Sing Dollars… Basically $10 SGD is $7.40USD … $100SGD is $74USD… so prices are high, but not as bad as it sounds at first! TIP… if you get outside of the Marina Bay Area prices are half… Even less than that when you’re completely out of the tourist areas…! I know as I’ve lived here 14 years.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Yes, we did find less expensive places to eat just outside of the city center. Thank you for watching. Cheers!!🍻

[@EspenWJ]

I was there for 2 nights in February. Went to the show at the garden, on top of Marina Bay Sands and had an original Singapore Sling at Raffles Hotel. :)

[@BrianandCarrie]

Sounds like you had a great time 😊..we missed out on the Singapore sling. Thanks for watching. Cheers 🍻

[@colleenjolicoeur6059]

WOW. I loved your tour of Singapore, so much beauty and I got to armchair travel in cool comfort. Just a stunning video, you guys did such a great job.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you, Colleen. We had a great time. Thank you for watching!

[@journeyneverends_1]

Singapore, Tokyo and Shanghai These cities(SG is a country at the same time though) are really representing and showing the energetic Asian lives.

[@MikeS29]

Magical city, by the look of it! Looking forward to a visit there someday 🙂

[@BrianandCarrie]

Hi Michael! It was an absolutely beautiful city. We are so happy we had the opportunity to visit. Cheers 🍻

[@georgebuscay8511]

You had it all in Singapore. Skyscrapers, green space, different cultural areas, gorgeous lights at night. I'm still with you, Brian, stay away from those heights you could die!!!! 😂 Kathleen

[@BrianandCarrie]

I know, right? Why put yourself in danger? Singapore is such an amazing place that is beautiful from the ground! 😁 Thank you for watching! ❤

[@jon8697]

They say singapore is the small version of both malaysia and Indonesia. U can find everything in Singapore, maybe even more then malaysia. Concrete singapore? No, 1/3 of singapore is covered in natural forest. 2/3 of singapore is water catchments. Singapore have more then 4 races of cusine. Basically everything u find in malaysia u can find in Singapore. But u will nt find discrimination in Singapore and you will nt find crime (low) in singapore like in malaysia. So u pay for safety oh wait u will nt find that much rubbish in singapore either.

[@davidteh7909]

Yup, we are a *fine* city! 😂 But the fines are for idiotic behaviours that we non-pests of society don't do to begin with.

[@BrianandCarrie]

"Fine" city!!!😂 Agree on fines only being for the idiots!! Just behave and you'll be ok. Thank you for watching, David! Cheers!!🍻

[@ManishFrenchStudio]

This video is absolutely captivating! From start to finish, it kept me engaged and entertained. The visuals were stunning, and the editing was seamless, creating a smooth and polished viewing experience. The content itself was incredibly informative and thought-provoking, presenting a fresh perspective on the topic at hand. The host's delivery was engaging, making complex ideas accessible and relatable. I appreciate the thorough research evident in this video, as it provided a well-rounded understanding of the subject matter. Overall, an outstanding production that deserves all the praise it receives. Kudos to the creators for their hard work and dedication in crafting such an exceptional video. I'm already looking forward to their next release:)606

[@BrianandCarrie]

Hi! Thank you so much for the kind words and support. Thanks for watching - Cheers 🍻

[@ManishFrenchStudio]

@@BrianandCarrie Welcome :)

[@TexasDoug393]

Always great stuff; look forward to the next adventure.

[@pringlessourcream9527]

Alcohol and tobacco has a sin tax added to discourage consumptions, due to even higher medical costs. Locals here are coerced into more healthy lifestyle 😢

[@jon8697]

In singapore, u only need $10-$12 a day for a decent food. If u dont smoke and drink, singapore is for u. I work in singapore, ny rent $500, my food $400. Others bill $100. I earn S4k a month, i save S$3k a month. I work for 10 years, i saved $300k. Amazing singapore.

[@BrianandCarrie]

We for sure could see this when we got out of the more touristy areas. Thanks so much for watching - Cheers!!

[@fks1564]

Serene garden is probably one of the most beautiful in Garden by the Bay , glad you were there as hardly anyone been there

[@BrianandCarrie]

It was amazing! We had a great two days and wanted to cover as much as possible. Thank you for watching and commenting! Cheers!!🍻

[@vgshwk]

Alcohol is expensive why do you think they have a drink named Singapore sling.

[@jamlily1881]

You CAN chew gum! You just can’t find any on sale here though and it’s not something I personally miss having! There’s so many other better stuff to eat🤣

[@sudheshkumar732]

Thank you for visiting Singapore. Thanks for sharing your experience here. There are many free stuffs that you guys can do here. Hawker centres food are reasonable and you can get varieties of food options. You guys should try that too.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you for the suggestions, Sudhesh!

[@mayonnkonrad8926]

One can chew gum in Singapore. It is not illegal, however, one is not allowed to sell.

[@noorirwan686]

Cant compare our prices to south east asia, should compare with australia, nyc n london then you'll see its not too bad n beers in provision shops just around $3. Cheers🎉❤

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you for watching!! ❤ Cheers!!🍻

[@Northern_Squirrel]

Lovely video, thanks for sharing and taking us for a free ride. Definitely on our bucket list of countries to visit. One suggestion if you don’t mind is to share the currency when you mention cost/price as in some instances you have not. Thank you.

[@BrianandCarrie]

We use USD when mentioning prices. Sorry for the confusion on this. It will be much easier when we are back in Europe where, with the exception of a few countries, the Euro is mostly used. Thank you for watching!! Cheers!!🍻

[@Northern_Squirrel]

@@BrianandCarrie thank you, too many countries use dollars, so is the confusion.

[@lindas7814]

Question to Brian and Carrie…what month were you there? (Asking since you mentioned that the weather was terrific - despite some rain). Thank you for your wonderful video of Singapore! My husband and I can’t wait to visit there!

[@BrianandCarrie]

We were there in May 2023, and it was muggy!! Rain only lasts an hour or so and nothing to be concerned about. Safe travels and thank you for watching!! 😊

[@WayYapLee-bu1qs]

Of coz U can chew bubblegum in SG ! IT IS LEGAL to consume. U just........... . . . . . CANNOT SELL GUM ! 😅 'Tis ILLEGAL to sell.

[@BrianandCarrie]

That's great to know, thank you!! Thanks for watching 😊

[@Rich-rd1ge]

Thank you Brian & Carrie. I'm in S'pore now and rewatching your vid to determine how to take in all you recommended. I have a room in a hotel near where you stayed, and compared to the AirB&Bs, it's pricey and cramped, and I'm travelling solo, so I don't know how you made that room work for 2. Thanks again. Safe travels

[@BrianandCarrie]

We were only there for two nights, any more than that we probably would have not made it work at all. Great time but not easy on the pocketbook! 😁Thank you for watching and safe travels! Cheers!!🍻

[@azmanboyan4950]

next time come to singapore drink beer at coffee shop more cheaper

[@simontang1945]

2 days in Singapore on a budget trip is hardly enough to experience much. Hope to see u guys back here soon for a full experience :)

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you for watching, Simon! Cheers 🍻

[@susieseltz6876]

What kind of currency did you use? Love your videos!

[@BrianandCarrie]

We always take out the local currency from an ATM as soon as we arrive. Thanks so much for watching ☺

[@bobochacha1224]

What can i say...Welcome 2 SG😊

[@handdeeabroad]

I think it is

[@MegaMeowMeow]

Awesome video! Thanks for your wonderful content!

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you for watching!! ❤

[@retireearlyandtravelthewor8507]

Did you experience any issues bringing in prescribed medications into Singapore?

[@BrianandCarrie]

No we did not. I do carry one prescription with me in the prescribed bottle and have never had a issue. Cheers 🍻

[@antrog1895]

Hey guys what a video, as I said in last video we were there last Thurs Fri &Sat 8th 9th &10th so it was great following you around all the places we’d just seen. Sometimes it doesn’t show on videos but you could really feel the heat, we only had rain in the night it was scorching all the time. You’re right about the prices it really stings particularly if you’ve come from Vietnam where everything is so cheap. I think you 2 are great to watch you present everything so well and are a great team, never talking over each - it’s great to see. BUT 😆 c’mon it’s pronounced Kee not Qway - you Yankees 😆 Here’s a quick one for ya - why can’t that bird on the sidewalk at the end get served a beer? Because he’s a Minar 😂 🍺🍺🍺🍺. Cheers to you both

[@BrianandCarrie]

Kee? Qway? UHG!! 😆 We move around so much that it's hard to get it all right!! 😄 Beautiful city, we had such a great time! Thank you for watching. Your joke gave me a Minar chuckle. 😜 Cheers!!🍻

[@teamwhiztravels]

You guys always bring a fun and interesting perspective to every place you share with us. And sharing the pricing and links is another added B&C bonus! 😊

[@teamwhiztravels]

Rick visited Singapore years ago and has always said it’s the cleanest place he’s ever been.

[@BrianandCarrie]

And he has been everywhere so he would know! Hope you two are doing well. Safe travels!!

[@teamwhiztravels]

@@BrianandCarrie Thanks guys. Currently melting in Texas, but hey there’s Mexican food haha! 😉

[@BrianandCarrie]

We are cold and a bit wet in Washington State!! 🙄

[@teamwhiztravels]

@@BrianandCarrie Soooo jealous!

[@farmgirl768]

Been to Singapore 4x but everytime I go back it seems there is always something new in SG

[@Ramy-ql3tr]

When the govt first ban sales of chewing gum, even Singaporeans thought that was just dumb. Then after several years, we saw the reason. Also, vaping is banned. That's good.

[@BrianandCarrie]

We can't disagree with the vaping! Thank you for watching and commenting, Remy!

[@crowe286]

Hawker Centres are the way to go for cheap food & a Singaporean icon....not triple the price at all.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Good to know! Thank you for adding to the channel!❤

[@louiseperry6920]

River cruise was worth it for the commentary on the history of Singapore. Clark Quay there’s a bar called Iguana where you van get jugs of margaritas for $10. Great video thank you. ❤

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you for watching, Louise! And $10 margaritas?!? We missed that one.

[@jbowerdel]

Great video and tour of highlights of Singapore! Another amazing show later at night is in the harbor where all the high rises are dramatically lit up and it goes all across the many buildings and goes on for a long time. Saw it from the upper deck of our cruise ship and it was amazing. Loved entire visit there.-correction! Sorry the harbor building lights were in Shanghai! I was confused! Did enjoy the trees though in Singapore!

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you for watching!! ❤

[@dasha_smith]

Thanks for sharing again! Have you considered making a video about the preparation and planning it took you leaving your jobs and traveling full-time? Would love to know what that process was like for you both ☺

[@BrianandCarrie]

Hi, Dasha. We did a video about a year ago that explains a little bit about who we are and the decision process we went through. I will leave the link below. We have a Q & A video as well that may answer any questions you may have. If not feel free to ask. Cheers!!🍻 kzbin.info/www/bejne/equnf6NpnbNkb6c

[@glb_tvlr]

I spend a LOT of time in Singapore, as it's my hub for getting "home" to Thailand. It truly is a beautiful country and has to be the CLEANEST on I've been to! I love eating at the hawker stalls for cheap. Spend some time at Jewel. I remember before Jewel was built and I would always see people at the airport...with no bags. People were going to the airport just to hang out! It's truly an amazing place and the metro is easy to use to get around. Another great video, y'all! Safe travels!

[@BrianandCarrie]

It is an amazing country and would recommend anyone stopping over. We will have a video out next week from the airport as we head home to Seattle. Thank you for watching and commenting! Cheers!!🍻

[@kleerogers]

My wife and I love Japan, we think it is expensive, but we have been 4 times and plan to return, the prices you mention in this video of Singapore are way more than Japan, now we can go to Japan and feel like we are getting bargains!! 2 days in Singapore $1500 LOL

[@BrianandCarrie]

We will be in Japan in the spring of 2024. Nice to know it is less expensive than Singapore! 😆 Thank you for the comments, Klee! Cheers!!🍻

[@willman3893]

Hope you guys enjoyed the stay. Welcome to Singapore…..we love you too….

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you so much ❤️

[@andrewtaylor4558]

Can’t wait! Not much longer now! ❤

[@emmafoster610]

Quay is pronounced as key

[@Property2030sg]

What a really great video of Singapore that combined the sights and sounds of the city, with useful and practical tips for your subscribers! You missed Botanic Gardens (UNESCO World Heritage site) though 😊. Beer is very expensive in Singapore because the government imposes especially punitive taxes on alcohol, cigarettes and perfume ! As a local, I don’t mind these taxes, because I don’t drink alcohol, I don’t smoke and above all, I don’t spray perfume on myself 😂

[@BrianandCarrie]

We had such a short stay we knew we would miss something! Thank you for watching and commenting!! ❤

[@seanlee7670]

Nice video. Yeah, don't need to go up to mbs, save that money for some nice food. For me, I also don't go to those paid entrance in garden by the bay and yes, the light show in the garden and mbs are nice and worth to watch. Beer is expensive at the restaurant or pub. In fact, as a Singaporean, some stuffs like clothing's or shoes still cheaper than many other countries when there is a sales. Also try to go to the non tourist area, go to those local residential town and walk around. There are shopping center, coffeeshops etc.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Great tips! If we make it back we hope to spend more time out of tourist areas. Cheers!!

[@seanlee7670]

@@BrianandCarrie one example is IMM at Jurong East. Inside IMM there are outlet stores for some branded goods. You can Google IMM. The food or restaurant are affordable. Nearby also got some malls and local shops etc.

[@geniegal78]

It's definitely expensive at the tourist spots especially premium area like MBS & GBTB. Actually gum chewing is allowed, just dispose it properly but selling gum is not allowed. Passing gas is illegal? Where did you hear that from? Clarke Quay - Quay pronounced as key in SG If you drink beer at a hawker centre or local coffeshop, definitely way cheaper than you drink at some restaurants. India food will be cheaper if you eat at the Tekka Food Centre but it's an open indoor food centre so it might be abit warm for you guys. Besides the skywalk at the Supertree, there is also the observatory right at the top of the centre tallest grove. That is safe to watch from a height as you can watch indoor. The night show is actually only 10mins.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you for the insights. Sometimes when a joke is made it goes unnoticed, such as passing gas. 😂

[@geniegal78]

@@BrianandCarrie hmm yeah well did think of that as a joke but in consideration of your viewers, who knows someone might take it for real? Certainly do not want anyone with a sensitive tummy to start worrying 😂

[@BrianandCarrie]

That would be funny!! 😂

[@leonk5793]

Fantastic food can be found at the hawker centres at extremely cheap prices - if you love Indian food the Tekka Centre gives you a wonderful choice. Some centres are abound with ticket touts but it is what it is. Eating can be done very cheaply in Singapore.

[@BrianandCarrie]

You are absolutely correct, Leon. Singapore doesn't have to be expensive! Thank you for adding this comment and watching our channel! Cheers!!🍻

[@leonk5793]

@@BrianandCarrie Thank you - I really enjoyed your video, very interesting 🙂

[@SomchaiSpeaks]

If you prefer a built environment then S'pore is a good place. Personally I find it like Switzerland but without the sense of humour. Give me riotous Bangkok any time.

[@euphoria1400]

You can chew gum in Singapore :) just can’t import it in or sell it.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Ha! Good to know! 😂 Thank you for watching! Cheers!!🍻

[@d.y.e3803]

True. Greetings from Los Angeles

[@LovedDoxology68]

Cute to hear you pronouncing quay as Kway...its supposed to be pronounced as Key...believe its origins is UK English

[@helphelp9400]

How much money do you make from youtube?

[@BrianandCarrie]

Considering the time and effort we spend on filming, editing, researching and replying to all comments and questions not as much as you might think. 🤣

[@bk1571]

No doubt safety n security no.1, but living in Singapore alike living inside a sardine can....cramped congested in a small tiny nation, spending 5 days for holiday in Singapore is more than enough..u would have covered everything..

[@pwong3544]

I’m sorry you got to spend only a couple of days in Singapore, my home town. There’s plenty of places to explore, that’s not at the Marina or Orchard Road. Hawker food and stalls can be intimidating and the variety can be daunting to choose from. Will be watching for your next video in Central Europe. Enjoy time home with family.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you so much!! You have a beautiful country! We may be back for another 2 day layover soon! 😀

[@pwong3544]

@@BrianandCarrieif you do a layover, you must check out Changi airport! You can spend a day or two in the airport as there’s plenty to do. Your US hometown is only a 2.5 hour flight from me, SF Bay Area.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Our next video is all about our time in the Changi Airport! 😀

[@PearlF1966]

Nice video. Just a note, Boat Quey and Clark Quey, Quey is pronounced like 'key'.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you so much 😊.

[@heikodna]

Many Singaporean go to Johor Bharu, Johor DT Malaysia....

[@NEAAFFAIRS]

A word that Americans pronounced wrong. Quay. probably it's because you don't use the word. The British does It's pronounced Key. So Key Largo will probably be Quay Largo if the British Won. LOL But Quay came from old French word. I wonder why the British use it.

[@BrianandCarrie]

So great to know. Thank you so much for watching 😊. Cheers!!

[@Where_in_the_world_are_we_now]

Loved the video, as always. You guys do amazing work! The tree lighting and the laser show were so super cool! 😮😮😮 I’m glad they don’t really fine you for passing gas there, or I’d never be able to take my husband there. 😂🤣😂🤣 Brian…..I absolutely loved the look on your face when you took that first sip of beer. 😁🍺🍺🍺 Thank you for the bonus video this week. Safe travels!

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you for watching!! 😃 We hope to have more bonus videos in the coming months!!

[@jenniferbasiji8654]

Thanks!

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you, Jennifer!! ❤

[@cheemengteh]

Some time back in 2022 when you guys were in Spain, you were planning to come to SEA in 2023. You expressed uneasiness in venturing so far to this part of the world with so much uncertainty. I commented that your uneasiness is probably due to the diversity of SEA in terms of the economic development, lifestyle, culture, languages, race and religion. I suggested that SG is a must visit city and thereafter compare it to other Western Cities like London, Paris, New York, Chicago, San Francisco etc. Now that you have done all the major cities in SEA, it would be good if you could do one or several videos on cities comparison between the West and SEA highlighting the similarities, differences and issues which most travellers would like to know.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Hi! That's a great video suggestion 😊. Our uneasiness for SE Asia and the chaotic traffic and streets we anticipated was fortunately something we only experienced in one city. Otherwise, we absolutely loved our time here. Thank you so much for watching and your continued support and following along, we really appreciate it. Cheers 🍻

[@richardsmlee]

last day must go see the JEWEL INHOUSE WATERFALLS AT CHANGI AIRPORT 5 STARS ONE AND ONLY ONE ION THE WORLD

[@BrianandCarrie]

We were able to visit there when flying out. Such a beautiful site. That will be in our video this next Saturday. Thanks for watching 😊

[@AndrePHK]

You've gone to those touristy places for meals and drinks, so obviously, they'll be more expensive. Try Chinatown, Little India or venture further up north of the city and you'll find reasonably priced foods and more palatable.

[@BrianandCarrie]

We did that twice in the video! 🤣 Thank you for watching.