Singapore Travel Guide

[@attachetravel]

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[@abcdxyz8339]

Attaché I want to know How much I need to Travel for Singapore?

[@TheElisa222]

I'm Singaporean and this guy really knows what he's talking about. Great video!

[@attachetravel]

Elisa Danielle Thank you so much, we had such a great time in your wonderful city!

[@unknown14xxxx14]

I am from Singapore too.

[@intenseninja82]

Your wonderful Island country has the best Chinatown I've ever visited and Marina Bay Sands was epic.

[@purplecupcake123]

I've really never seen a foreigner give such accurate travel tips. And wonderful blend of mainstream touristy plus local, road less travelled recommendations. I'm Singaporean, and I couldnt have made this video any better. +100 !!!

[@attachetravel]

+Sharmaine Yeo Thank you! This means so much to me.

[@nraidahh]

Haha! I'm pretty impressed at how spot on this is. You didn't over exaggerate neither did you under-rate this city. Glad you enjoyed our city!

[@attachetravel]

N Raidah thanks so much, glad you enjoyed the video!

[@tarui]

Just to add on 1 thing, Singaporeans are generally a passive, keep to ourselves lot. If you are lost or you have no idea what the menu says, go ahead and ask any passer-by, people will generally be more than willing to help. Not many will walk up to you and offer help.

[@attachetravel]

tarui This is a GREAT tip, thank you.

[@BigTimeBoozer]

Yes, I found that to be the case with Singaporeans. They are a reserved lot. They will _not_ break the ice with you, but if you take the initiative and break the ice with _them,_ that's when they open up. (Taxi drivers and shop vendors in the more touristy parts of town may be a bit different, jut like anywhere else in the world.)

[@Literarycat8]

I liked your presentation--short, sweet, and spot-on. It's not long, neither was is too short. Just the right amount of information. This made me subscribe.

[@FunintheSun813]

I agree!😊😊😊

[@clarissadanielle6391]

i feel so proud to be a Singaporean :') thank you so much for all the kind words !!

[@987TravelSingapore]

im proud to be Singaporean too.

[@nguyenngocngantram2898]

+Clarissa Danielle ; hello, i am going to study abroad in Singapore. Now i need a partner to practise! Can you help me? Sorry to disturb :)) My skype account is tramgoc1710

[@geminijackson5463]

hello clarissa:} i just wanna ask where I can find cheap souvenier in singapore?

[@oranggila6035]

Go to Chinatown or if you are too busy during the day. Visit our only 24 hours department store here in Singapore called Mustaffa Centre. You can buy literally everything from food to toiletries, carpets and even stationary items. Good luck and have a blast when you are here.

[@icyboy771z]

You can leave a packet of tissue paper and place it on your seat to "chope" (singlish word for reserve) the seat while queuing for your food.

[@attachetravel]

+icyboy771z great tip, thanks!

[@user-po6cf7kw6y]

+Attaché yea and DONT ever use any valuables on use cheap stuff that no one wants

[@ossamaali7026]

For me this is the most beautiful city in the world. I think I'm going there in few months. I've been in Dubai before but Singapore's much better

[@meiyulim1657]

joo . mn😅☺☺☺☺☺☺😅😉😈😐😐😐😐😐🎿🎿⚽🏇

[@nothlanda]

Thanks for your tips and advice, this is probably the best blog I have scene on Singapore.

[@aleeyh69]

One of best travel reviews. Accurate, beautifully shot, humorous and most importantly .. useful

[@monizag]

Tourists must not miss the Sentosa Island, Zoo, Bukit Candu WWII historical site, national museum, et cetera. The easiest way to travel on other than the buses/trains, is using the grabcar app. Singapore's rain come and go, almost every day. Having a foldable umbrella or cheap poncho is recommended.

[@attachetravel]

Great tips, thanks!

[@copymylink]

Singapore is the most unique country in the world!

[@attachetravel]

***** it really is, such a great place!

[@ymhktravel]

Attaché The hawker centre is indeed quite unque to Singapore. The food court is just a more expensive version of it. In the 50s to 60s, people wash and cook the food on makeshift carts along the streets (eg. chinatown) but the authority felt this was unhygienic and disorderly. So these hawkers have been moved into spanking new food centre during the early 70s I think ,like those you visited. The congregation of hawkers in one place thus become known as "hawker centre". The prices are still reasonably priced and there are great varieties to choose from. What'd I miss about Singapore each time I'm away for extended period? The food, undoubtedly. :-)

[@attachetravel]

ymhktravel I can imagine - the food was incredible.

[@Barbariansdagger]

I'm from London and i've been in Singapore in november,that's roughly two months ago.It was amazing,cheap food,cheap transportation..literally everything was cheaper than in London and the people were really nice.I love it!...would fancy moving there!

[@yut576]

Hi Alex, quite spot on about Singapore...from Singaporean

[@attachetravel]

Hanafi Hameed thanks so much, that's the highest compliment we can receive!

[@misszolae]

excellent guide! binge watching all your other videos, love the quality and conciseness

[@attachetravel]

+Olae Lae thank you so much! We enjoy making them.

[@snowfall8484]

My parents just moved from Massachusetts to Singapore-- huge change, but oddly enough I hadn't done much research on it. This was super helpful and entertaining, so thank you!

[@attachetravel]

+snowfall8484 Ah nice! Glad to hear it. Oddly enough I'll be in Mass in 3 weeks.

[@abstaubereriksohn90]

Changi airport sunflower Garden is so nice! Watch the planes land while listening to soft classical music So peacefull

[@dennistan456]

Good video, I approve of this! - from Singapore

[@attachetravel]

Dennis Tan Thanks Dennis, you have a great city!

[@rubsons]

I love Singapore

[@scandi6688]

+Vahan Ter-Grigoryan thehearttruths.com/2014/04/30/80-of-singaporeans-are-poorer-than-a-cleaner-in-norway/

[@angeluscorpius]

Good, accurate tips. Update: Uber has left Singapore. Grab had a monopoly for a short while, and then Go-Jek entered the market. Taxi fares have been rationalised - most of the fees and surcharges have been removed. But go with Grab or Go-Jek. You can agree to the fare upfront before you book.

[@nickneubauer1515]

When in little India try out Appam it's a rice pancake served with coconut milk and red sugar. It's the best dish I know. As I visited Singapore again after living there for 8 years. I only ate Appam.

[@electrogeek77]

One additional thing that's making me lean towards Singapore for my next vacation - it's known to be super accessible for disabled people.

[@12HoursInTheFuture]

Hi! Loved to see my beloved Singapore through this episode. As a person who lived in Singapore for a while, i'd say Kaya (coconut, egg jam) is an absolutely must try for breakfast. It's sweet, pretty nutritious and goes great with strong black coffee.

[@gotanysoup2148]

Singapore is the best city I’ve been to, the city is clean and beautiful, the locals are friendly and the food is to die for. I have been to Singapore about 3 or 4 times in my life and each holiday has been better than the last! I also loved the video, really informative! Also what is your fav thing to do there? 🇸🇬🇸🇬

[@intheworldofmari]

yes this place is amazing!! I love all the delicious fooooodddd.... mmmm

[@kristianrabulan7138]

You are so UNDERRATED!! With capital letters! The presentation is a knockout. Concise but complete.

[@undergroundskeptic2916]

huhu i miss singapore so much. grew up there and stayed for almost a decade before i moved back to my country 🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭🤘🤘

[@wogga8]

Going to Singapore for the first time in June and cant wait. This is one of the best Singapore reviews I've seen.

[@virgogirl684]

Myriad of cultural places in Singapore! You should visit the different enclave/neighbourhoods in the city because I would say that all of them have a unique character. Also, try making friends with a local and go house-visiting during Chinese New Year or to the Geylang Bazaar during Ramadan period. Its gives you a fresh perspective on the Singaporean way of life. Orchard Road is splendid for shopping, lots of options. And there are plenty of nature reserves and parks littered all over the island.

[@attachetravel]

virgogirl684 This is great advice, thanks!

[@ymhktravel]

virgogirl684 Geylang is like the wild wild west. It's sleazy in the sense that it's a red light district with some foreign women in the streets offering their services. You could see "bargains" going on between men and women as you drive past. Orchard Rd to me is not that great, basically selling more of the same thing, as do most other shopping malls in the suburbs. But compared to other countries, SG is still among the safest countries to walk past midnight. But as in elsewhere, avoid the quiet non-lit lanes. Low crime doesn't mean no crime.

[@virgogirl684]

Not that Geylang, there is another stretch where the festivities take place during the Ramadan period.

[@ymhktravel]

virgogirl684 That one you are talking about is geylang serai, around haig rd area. That area has a higher malay popn, maybe that's y the ramadan festivities r held there. Geylang, with all their Lorongs 1, 2, 3...is another place, but close by. I think the even-numbered lorongs are mostly prostitution houses whereas the odd-numbered one are residents. it's funny that women who live in that area have been mistaken too often for pros by leery men prowling the area. LOL

[@acajudi100]

I worked with Mr. T. At DingBats in Chicago. He was the nicest bouncer, and just a cozy bear. He was very respectful. And did not drink or use drugs.

[@Roamancing]

I have some family history in Singapore that I'd love to take a walk back in time through at some point.

[@attachetravel]

Roamancing Travel it's a wonderful city, I love it.

[@cyanidepandemonium5812]

I really liked this guide. It was clear, easy to understand and professional. Thanks for making this!

[@attachetravel]

+Nepeta Leijon 413 thank you very much, glad you enjoyed it!

[@szbert]

Nice, quick review. You'd need 10X as much time to properly cover Singapore. One quick tip, get out of the city. Venture on the bus or MRT to one of the "New Towns" like Toa Payoh (one of the oldest) to Bishan (one of the newest and most desirable) and see how Singaporeans live. Prices are lower. Food is often better, and shopping can be better too. And take some time to breathe in some fresh air in a place like Bishan Park, East Coast Park or on Sentosa

[@MultiDollarStudios]

This format of travel video is by far my favourite. I love the part about how to get from the Airport into the city. Don't stop making these!

[@LathanCroweTV]

Alex, thank you for making this Singapore video. I am leaving last minute to Singapore on Aug 4th on United for a week. I was looking for Samantha Brown's Travel Channel Video on Singapore, couldn't find it on YT, but instead found YOU, thank you so much. I got lots of info out of this. And I am cramming all night cause I only got 3 days to prepare. Thank you and your crew mates for this and hope your channel becomes a success.

[@attachetravel]

LathanMedia Wow, thank you so much! I hope you have an awesome trip!

[@hectorsoy]

Yes, i take the MRT into the city. The first time i ever took the MRT into the city a beautiful singaporean girl helped me with the map. I new where I was going, i just happen to love looking at maps and was getting my bearings as that was my first time in Singapore. But she insisted on helping me and well... I didn't argue! I love Singapore!

[@JacobWrestledGod]

I live here, i think you could have one of the best natural experiences in Singapore as well. off the main island is Pulau Ubin, which is a small island with a very old village. it's very accessible, and there is a 100-hectare wetlands located on the south-eastern tip of Pulau Ubin called Chek Jawa, which is stunningly beautiful at low tide with lots of marine life (one of the most diverse in South East Asia). Definitely worth a visit, and it's so easy to get there. Hop on any bicycle at the island's rental (which is dirt cheap) and you are good to go.

[@shohkwansoon8406]

Great, honest , no bullshit video about Singapore .Love it and well done!

[@attachetravel]

+SHOH KWAN SOON thank you!

[@rojieekanayake986]

Really informative. Great video. Thanks a lot. 👍

[@iz4962]

you forgot the marina bay sands

[@plutoniumf1y]

MR T

[@meiltoo]

The best travel channel i’ve seen. Comprehensive, accurate and enjoyable.

[@funkyswede62]

I was in Singapore way back in 1989 when returning home to Sweden from Australia. As I recall, it was VERY humid, not very expensive and people were really nice. Had a great 22-hour layover at the Garden Hotel. Would love to visit again for sure.

[@28excellent]

funkyswede62 it has changed a lot.

[@isaacho4409]

it's still VERY humid if anything

[@milopengyum]

Hope you do!

[@28excellent]

Now it's very expensive

[@ryanm5278]

I have just discovered your videos. I love what you do and how you represent yourself in them and put in some slight humour. I have travelled alot of asia but will be expanding soon, i need to start making my own videos of travel also. :)

[@vanessadudelike]

thank you!glad you enjoyed our country!

[@attachetravel]

+vanessadudelike I loved it, will be back soon!

[@vanessadudelike]

that's great! take more videos! enjoy yourselves!

[@POKEBOY18]

I have been traveling to Singapore for over 17 years and My Favourite food is "The Singapore Laksa" 😋 A MUST TRY!!

[@POKEBOY18]

PS-I have the MCD Double MC Spicy is was Delicious but beware of 🌶

[@Isyrawr]

i just got back from singapore. your video helped me a lot so thank you

[@attachetravel]

Glad to help!

[@lesliandjimmy]

Super informative, I always feel overwhelmed traveling to an unknown country, but your travel guides are so helpful!

[@larissatan2392]

yes, there's no tipping, but you left out the part most restaurants and shops in Singapore have 7% GST (goods and services tax/charge)

[@attachetravel]

great info, thanks!

[@Kevin68]

Attaché Trying to discover Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) in the next your trip. Make sure you like it!

[@kayjaylaw]

Larissa Tan That's true, but GST is (95% of the time) included in the prices shown, so it's really a non issue generally ☺

[@Himmelgren]

This was awesome and informative, thanks! Flying to Singapore in about a month for a couple of days before moving on to Bali.. can't wait.

[@attachetravel]

+Himmelgren thanks so much! Be sure to hit up those Hawker centres!

[@Hipchick38]

It is a GORGEOUS city. We've just been and it is sparkling clean, beautiful and a delight to visit. Chinatown and Little Saigon are high on my list of experiences. We stayed at a reasonably priced hotel on Hongkong Road in the Charles Quay area and it was a great location. Minutes from the MRT Station at Charles Quay and Chinatown. The city is pricy but you can get away with a cultural experience worthy of many beautiful memories without going full-on baller! I will be back Singapore

[@SuccessforLifester]

Good video. You know the place like a local does

[@AbdulAziz-gp9hu]

Absolutely love your videos man. Have binge watched all of them.

[@attachetravel]

Thanks Aly, we love making them!

[@nehag4021]

been to singapore..strict place il say..but oh my wat a beautiful place...love d discipline. if only ppl had half of dat in my country..

[@attachetravel]

neha ghag it's a great city, that's for sure!

[@NewBoy1204]

One of the best travel videos I've seen.... EVER! Very informative and that's exactly what I needed.

[@attachetravel]

+NewBoy1204 wow, thanks!

[@wogga8]

Loved the vid mate, very relevant and informative. Im going to Singapore for he first time in 3 weeks and looking forward to trying some of the stuff you covered.

[@attachetravel]

Thanks Darryn. If you do anything, make sure it's a Hawker Centre.

[@Maeve288]

It's going to be my first time coming to Singapore by the end of this year. This is helpful, I hope I can get through the travelling part.

[@danielintheantipodes6741]

It is many years now since my last visit to Singapore. I would suggest a river cruise on one of the traditional boats. That was fun.

[@attachetravel]

+Daniel Hammond Good way to see the city!

[@gezgin2020]

I want to go to Singapore so badly! What a nice country with so many ethnicities which contribute to the wealth of this country and live in peace. Btw, nice video!

[@Unteroffizier]

Didn't know Singapore is so good. Thanks for the compliments. Coffee at coffee shops in the heartlands usually cost about Sgd$1.10 and up.

[@manoarey8820]

Best video about traveling in Singapore ! Thank you !

[@attachetravel]

Thanks so much!

[@Dales100]

Just got back from Singapore ( November 2016), and the deposit is no longer returned on the MRT card, but you can spend up to the full limit. also, you can cash it in when you leave if anything is left on.

[@bboyfriend]

u made Singapore sounds so exciting! cant wait to check out myself next week! thank you!! super easy to watch and fun video!

[@intheworldofmari]

how was your time here? Did you eat all of the delicious food??

[@jokespot]

Nice episode like always! I showed this to my gf a few months ago and tomorrow we are going to Singapore.

[@michaeljarvis2228]

good guide mate lived there 91-2000 going back soon to see lots of changes

[@Foodielover12345]

You were spot on! I am a Singaporean and I must say Mc Spicy is definitely one of the favorites, believe it or not, for most Singaporeans.

[@caydauden]

The bus is actually a better way to get into town than the MRT, because you're more likely to find seats available there. With the MRT, you can sit on the train between the airport and Tanah Merah station, but then you'll have to switch to another train to the city and every time I go, I have to stand for the rest of the way (which is like 20-25'). Also, always remember to bring your tissue/napkins with you. They don't have any napkins there at the hawker center.

[@attachetravel]

+nonono_nomm That's a great tip, thanks!

[@suzypie11]

I would suggest an umbrella for the rain and the sun. Carrying a hand fan is helpful too cause the humidity is off the charts. People are very friendly and kind.

[@aroragaurav]

Mustafa Center. It's a convenient store that basically can be your one stop shop for all your needs. You can go empty handed to Singapore and if you end up at this giant two building outlet, you're sorted. There's a cafe and a FOREX too. :D

[@clarkkent999]

Didn't know McSpicy is actually exclusive to Singapore only.

[@attachetravel]

***** I think it's in a few other cities in Asia but it was the first time I'd come across it!

[@colintheodore8657]

Mc spicy is in india too

[@EloiseDaydreams]

tried it at other countries too but sg made it tastiest i guess the rest were either too dry or tasted bitter which was weird

[@doublexolon]

Singapore is the only place which makes you actually poop fire when you eat the McSpicy,also once a year we have a spicy challenge and it goes up to level 4(sometimes even level 5) and the McSpicy is just level 2

[@DarkwearGT]

Its not

[@Kavallaris69andahalf]

Traveling there soon first time. Nice, informative, discreet background music, less noisy and a rather more serious video than other ones usually on the Tube....thx!

[@jdmCrush2]

Wow. Speechless. Amazing video. Looking to travel to Southeast Asia in the winter and had no thought about Singapore....until now.

[@scandi6688]

+Ryan Russell thehearttruths.com/2014/04/30/80-of-singaporeans-are-poorer-than-a-cleaner-in-norway/

[@attachetravel]

+Ryan Russell It's a fantastic place, it really is.

[@scandi6688]

+Attaché Yes, Norway is the top of the world, total democracy, freedom and fresh air.. agreed!

[@emily______]

Went to Singapore last month and this travel guide was so helpful. Nice work guys!

[@attachetravel]

Thanks so much, I'm glad it was helpful!

[@mattcarrelo]

Great videos, guys... Can't get enough!!!

[@rp5863]

I'll be in Singapore in may 2017, this is very helpful

[@milopengyum]

If you need help do let me know. I live in Singapore

[@rp5863]

Ezekiel Toh that's so nice of you, thank you

[@milopengyum]

welcome!

[@tpbin2505]

Ezekiel Toh I really need help right now. May I ask you?

[@milopengyum]

Yes sure! message me at [e-mail]

[@maritagalvez77]

Such great content! LOVE IT!

[@kharris0465]

This was a great video. I think that the next time I fly from JFK to EDDF on Singapore Airlines I will keep going and catch the connection to Singapore. This video was very informative.

[@attachetravel]

+Ken Harris You'll be impressed!

[@krisgrindr3815]

One of the most useful travel vloggers in youtube. Thanks man. I did subscribe. 😉

[@charliepolitanont472]

it's a city which is interesting because of the combination of cultures. People there living together. If i have a chance to be there, i go to eat and take a look at everything..... just to take a rest.

[@attachetravel]

+Charlies Politanont it's a wonderful city :-)

[@AlonsoRules]

I'm going to Singapore for a week in 3 months time, can't wait! Also, I look forward to hopefully finding a Brunei Dollar in my change, which I will keep upon returning home.

[@PhuongNguyen-rv9yw]

I used to visit Sin once 2 years ago and still surprisingly impressed by the vast quantities of useful tips and recommendations that you provided. By the way, this is the ultimate in traveling guide i suppose. Nice work and keep doing ^^

[@pourusbhatt]

No complaints. But heard more than could see. I think the seeing part is better left for us to discover. Thank you for such a wonderful conversation with so much Singapore in your senses :)

[@MrJaiboi90]

What a beautiful city-state!!!

[@sammarriott3697]

Great video! I live in Singapore and I really like living there.

[@Transidify]

Love the video! Will definitely recommend this video to visitors, thank you for doing this! :) (I've commented on Reddit too!) Just a correction though, acceptance of credit card for payment is not required by the relevant authorities. You may pay with cash, credit card, NETS, or EZ-Link card, subject to the availability of such payment devices in the taxis. An Admin fee may apply. Some drivers cherry-pick passengers, mostly giving priorities to passengers whom pay cash; so if you're in a rush, pay cash!

[@normanlow7787]

nice vlog！ thank you for your presentation of our city with such degree of accuracy.

[@chrisn767]

Awesome and down to earth review. Visiting SG today, this helps. Thanks!

[@davdevs]

Just to clarify about the gum, it's ok to chew and even bring it in to Singapore as long as you dispose of it properly and don't bring large bulks of it. I sometimes do bring back a pack or 2 I bought while on vacation in Malaysia and haven't had any problems. I'm a Singaporean.

[@attachetravel]

+SilentGamer thanks for clarifying, that's really helpful.

[@guntechtv]

I really love your videos specially how you cover the essentials like, transport, food , money. Thumbs up dude. :)

[@attachetravel]

+Guntech Interarms thanks so much!

[@scandi6688]

SINGAPORE - For the fourth year running, the Republic has been ranked the most expensive city for expatriates and business travellers, ahead of Hong Kong and Zurich, according to a bi-annual survey by the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU).

[@everanchamorillo2891]

thanks sir very imformative and helpful i plan to go in singapore early next year.

[@VictorNobrega1986]

Will you guys make another more recent one considering all the changes? Love the channel! Thank you!

[@intheworldofmari]

yeah that would be great to see as this place is ever changing

[@ahzama129]

Singapore is wonder country

[@attachetravel]

+Ahzam A it sure is!

[@jackiewong4638]

Mr.T... MRT haha! Anyways, great video filled with helpful tips. Can't wait to be traveling to Singapore this upcoming month :)

[@attachetravel]

+Very jackie :-D glad you like! Have a fantastic time in Singapore, and don't forget to subscribe to our channel! :-)

[@TheAdbax]

6 dollars for a beer? Not a chance! Raffles, where you filmed and had a beer was over 20 dollars when I went last month! That being said great guide as always, and a great city, if you want to do it on a budget stick to the hawker centres. Also be prepared for the humidity if you live in a cold country!

[@rubsons]

have a great time

[@AmbientWalking]

Cool! Glad to see that you've visited my city!

[@fblack1]

Great video Alex. We're headed to Singapore in July and your video was a great, practical introduction. Any chance for a Ho Chi Minh City and Kuala Lumpur video any time soon?

[@jaslynkoh8924]

You are awesome! You know Singapore well.

[@high4travel]

Love your travel video...informative with hint of humour