Visiting SINGAPORE in 2025? Don't make THESE Mistakes | Travel Guide

[@SuitcaseMonkey]

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[@hello_nice_to_meet_you555]

If you think buses arnt crowded, you havent seen buses when they are CROWDED. As a student, the best example is after school, if the bus stop is very close. Especially the buses to popular shopping malls like NEX.

[@zeynepkisioglu6713]

I'm planning a trip to Singapore for this summer and watched like 50 videos and this was the most helpful one. Thanks!!

[@SuitcaseMonkey]

Enjoy!

[@kiransajan697]

@@skwb1973 Since you are a local, could you please tell if we should consider visiting Singapore in the month of June. Will rainfall ruin our plans? When does it rain there? Google has mixed answers so wish to know from a local

[@mohdshahnawaz7238]

Mee too

[@mr.backpack_]

I totally agree!

[@ethancopilot]

I'm on singapore😅

[@karmapolice247]

tips for low budget trip -Don't go to Duxton or Skygarden/ MBS. Skyville at Dawson is free -Don't go to tourist trap food places. Hawker centers are cheaper -Funan/Capital/Citylink/marina Square/Millenia walk and Esplanade are all interconnected. You can spend a whole day in air-conditioned space -If you want an outdoor route, you can walk from Great world to MBS via -Vertigo bouldering gym at Beauty world has the cheapest single entry ticket $17, with Oyeyo a close second at $18.

[@xeechet6290]

Maxwell Centre is still one of the best Hawker Centre? or can you give me recommendation? pls

[@astrolingus]

The best travel site! Detailed, organized, done on an I-phone- wow! Your snarky British humor is the icing on the travel cake.

[@SuitcaseMonkey]

Finally, someone gets it lol

[@costicostin8023]

​@SuitcaseMonkey your accent and voice is what hooks people in to watch the whole lenght of the videos. Thats how you got me as a fan. Keep up the great work 👍 👏

[@lisamorice4701]

Your video just popped up in my feed and I'm glad it did. Lots of useful info for our 2025 trip to Singapore, although it seems we will be there during to wettest time of year. Thanks for sharing.

[@MrRolandMichel]

Paul! Wonderful as always, concise and informative. Very welcome data, as a visit here is on the agenda. You never fail to entertain and illuminate! Carry on...

[@SuitcaseMonkey]

Thanks for watching

[@salsabilafebiani3771]

Thank you for making such a compact explanation first-timers need to know!

[@HannahRicketts]

Amazing video as always!! Now I want to go!!! 🎉 can’t wait to see more from your travels ✈️

[@SuitcaseMonkey]

Thanks Hannah it’s Dublin next 😍

[@YaroslavKutukov]

Once again great video and TONS of useful information! Thank You very much!

[@SuitcaseMonkey]

Much appreciated. Hope the tips help one day.

[@akankshapatel-ht3cy]

Love your blogs! I am heading to Singapore and Malaysia this September so, these places to visit and explore are ever so helpful. Always look forward to watching your blogs as I am a big travel fan myself. 🙂

[@SuitcaseMonkey]

Have fun!

[@cheeseizblue]

Remember to take the train and visit places OUTSIDE of the downtown marina area! There is sooooo much more than the "hamster wheel" almost all vbloggers repeat about. Singapore is so safe, so well connected by public transport, there is no Reason not to travel and see the real , authentic Singapore! Try spending a day in Katong / Joo Chiat area, Geylang Serai for the Malay cultural experience. From there you can make your way towards the beach at east coast. And if you are feeling energetic, rent a bike from there and cycle back to the marina area! There are park connector to cycle through safely!!!

[@AkankshaPatel-qq5js]

​@@cheeseizblueThank you so much for your advice. This is amazing. I deeply appreciate this 😊

[@cheeseizblue]

@@AkankshaPatel-qq5js have fun! And welcome to Singapore! :)

[@VisitSingapore]

Love your detailed guide!!

[@SuitcaseMonkey]

This is what we specialise at. 😜

[@sangeetapatnaik]

Thank you for specifying the food centre that was shot for the movie crazy rich Asians. I too am a fan of that movie and really wanted to visit the food centre but didn’t knew the name. 😊 I m definitely going there.

[@tonyross4043]

Thank, you , heading to Singapore for the 1st time in August/September and this has been awesome with some great tips.

[@SuitcaseMonkey]

Enjoy!

[@revasingh2038]

00:00 Singapore Dos and Don'ts 00:36 Gardens by the Bay Guide 3:05 Public Transport in Singapore 4:27 Using Card in Singapore 5:54 Marina Bay Sands Observation Deck 7:00 Hotels in Singapore 8:09 When best to visit Singapore 9:20 Night Safari Tips 10:40 Singapore on a Budget 12:19 What else to visit?

[@mum_with_the_peacock_tattoo]

It might just be that I’m dead inside!!!! 😂😂😂 love your videos!

[@SuitcaseMonkey]

Hehe

[@JózefaSzczepanska-g3o]

I'm planning a trip to Singapore for this summer and watched like 50 videos and this was the most helpful one. Thanks!!

[@myadira1]

I can’t like this enough, I loved it so much! Thank you for all the Info.

[@SuitcaseMonkey]

Haha 😜

[@costasworldofmusicmemories5792]

Your Travel Guides have hit all the right notes as always. We have been to Singapore. Truly an amazing city of green open spaces and amazing buildings. You guys rock. Thank you for sharing . Sending you best wishes from Richmond, Va. 👍👍👍Jim and Harriet

[@SuitcaseMonkey]

Thanks as ever!

[@Catherineb1212]

I just got back from Singapore and Malaysia and had a wonderful time.

[@yahussainmazloom1]

Which one is better to experience?

[@Catherineb1212]

@@yahussainmazloom1 I liked Malaysia a little bit more. First of all it is much cheaper and a little more relaxed atmosphere. People are warmer and friendlier. Singapore was great with all the food stalls but it was a little bit more sterile and austere than Malaysia. A lot of rules that you have to follow. I would visit Singapore at least once but would definitely go back again to Malaysia

[@abinayanatarajan2409]

Thank you..we just came to know that cloud forest is closed on the day we are intending to visit because of your video. We will modify our plan now!

[@eduardocastillo2759]

Thanks!

[@SuitcaseMonkey]

Thank you much appreciated

[@blacksorrento4719]

Thank you, for your great tips, concise and to the point. We will be there 27/2 for 5 days. Feel like we have a better handle on things to see and do, plus the all too important cost of things and how to save $👍😊

[@SuitcaseMonkey]

You’ll have a blast!

[@PommesPartyxD]

Thank you for this super helpful video and all the links provided! Our first trip to Singapore starts in about 2 weeks so this comes in very handy!

[@SuitcaseMonkey]

You’re welcome have a great time!

[@TheStevo2112]

I have watched this 10 times now, we are booking our trip based on your video BRILLIANT. It has been so useful, we fly out OM Saturday the 27th for 6 days then to Bintan Island for 4 days. Thank you so much

[@SuitcaseMonkey]

Oh wow thank you for the compliment! I’m assuming you’ve also seen the accompanying Singapore travel vlog we did which covers more on what to do. Enjoy the trip

[@TheStevo2112]

@@SuitcaseMonkey yes watched that twice

[@TheStevo2112]

We now have returned to Australia, did everything you recommended .had a drink at Ce La Vi,hop on hop off bus and Raffles all perfect, the only thing we had trouble with was the Go City pass, we purchased that from a company where we couldn't download passes to our wallets we ended up having to pay full price and are still trying to get our money back, which I assume will happen as I used PayPal to purchase. We could have been just unlucky as well. Just got our money back now as I am writing, your recommendations were brilliant pity I can't show you a photo of me at Raffles

[@uss_04]

Perfect timing for my current trip in Singapore

[@SuitcaseMonkey]

Have fun!

[@colette-tj2gk]

This was super helpful! I hadn't heard about the city pass before and it looks great :)

[@SuitcaseMonkey]

Check out the first video if you haven’t seen it already which goes more into what to see with the pass

[@colette-tj2gk]

I really enjoyed it, great video!@@SuitcaseMonkey

[@melh2333]

Great video! Would love a guide on Universal as I am considering travelling to Singapore later this year

[@nirvanaramdin9811]

Thank you for an awesome video. Singapore is so stunning

[@SuitcaseMonkey]

It really is!

[@wildflowers27]

Oooooh a hundred of thank you ! I'll be visiting next September and it's been a month now since I'm watching videos and reading blogs. Yours is very useful !

[@WheresAndri]

"How to get Marina bay top for free" - this is from where i'm in 😀. Amazing city, which i dream about. Thanks for the tour!

[@SuitcaseMonkey]

Gotta love the hacks!

[@WheresAndri]

@@SuitcaseMonkey how did you like Singapore compared to other cities that have grown so fast? Is everything really feels so wonderful and atmospheric? Doesn't it fell like "unnatural", like Dubai?

[@SuitcaseMonkey]

I haven’t been to Dubai but from what I can tell, I’d say no. Dubai to my understanding has a lot of expats in which is true of SG also but it’s also very lived in by its locals. Anyone else want to elaborate please do…

[@WheresAndri]

@@SuitcaseMonkey Actually, i've never been to Dubai either 🥲. It's just for example. I mean Singapore according to your both videos looks really friendly for walking and just living. While Dubai looks pretty hostile for a guy without a car. Anyway, thanks for your opinion.

[@HuyNguyen-oq8ds]

Thanks again for such great videos. Gf and I booked our tickets to Singapore and will book as many of our activities via your links as possible to support your channel.

[@SuitcaseMonkey]

That’s very kind, only the ones that interest you tho 😂 enjoy

[@marceldiazTheOctaneGuy]

Great video mate

[@niningnining6675]

Keren tadi siang selfie dulu mo pulang Jakarta naik MRT bagus banget pemandangannya

[@chinoyhealingfoodstravels8888]

Greetings from Redondo Beach CA 🇺🇸. Lots of changes since I was there in 1999. Nice video. Cheers 🥂

[@shadrachjacob8299]

I love Singapore trip... Everything is so stunning,

[@LauraAnnQuilliam]

I got ripped off on the rain....i was told it rained a lot and I think on my whole week visit it rained like once. I also got major sunburn the first day so spent the rest of my time trying to stay covered. The sun was soo bright. I went in February so I think next time I would go in the rainy season or whenever it is somewhat cooler

[@juicytheatre]

Haha February is our driest month! Nov to Jan rain the most and the weather is more cool but with the price of the rain 😂

[@OneMoreVacation]

Loved that video❤

[@vtntanvt4389]

Top attraction is the Sg icon at the Merlion park..opposite mbs

[@SuitcaseMonkey]

It was closed when we went unfortunately…

[@benyeong5378]

I LOVE your video, I had just subscribed to your channel and like your video. I will keep support your channel.

[@SuitcaseMonkey]

Thanks Ben it’s much appreciated. Welcome! I only make around 12 videos a year so hope you enjoy the back catalogue until the next one.

[@razagaming1135]

Just tried the 4ra platform, super smooth and easy to use 🎉

[@autumncarolynnphotography]

We are going to Singapore and I can't wait! Thanks for this informative video!!

[@Kkodaki]

Your information is super helpful thx❤❤❤

[@SG_Ball]

Extra Tip: If your going to Singapore for 2+ Days bring more 300 SGD

[@costicostin8023]

You make the greatest travel information content . I love it I first saw your London 5 day breakdown and i loved it , its fabulous . Your videos contain everything you need to know when visiting that destination. Will definitely use your tips on our next trip to singapore. This channel deserves milions of subscribers 👏 🙌.

[@SuitcaseMonkey]

Thank you my friend I agree 😜

[@costicostin8023]

​@SuitcaseMonkey you make the best travel vlogs. Keep up the good work and hope you visit more great destinations 🫡👍

[@jjrw199]

Fab video + break to discuss mental health 🌿🌿🌿

[@usernamemaxleclerc3014]

I watching this after visiting Singapore. Mainly because it is such a great place and was keen to see things I missed. I went to visiting Singapore blind. No videos, no travel tips. All in all, once you arrive it is pretty easy to navigate and the people are so friendly that you get all their tips. None the less, great video and thanks for bring back some memories. My favourite place was the Cloud Forest and walking around San Marina Bay after 9pm. The city comes a live with live music, free light shows, etc..

[@amrizanitra8446]

Hi, could you please tell me from which side you took the footage of the supertree grove on the 0:42 of this video?

[@fentje44]

Going to Singapore in 2 weeks, thanks for the advice!

[@denisea.9033]

How is it?

[@fentje44]

@denisea.9033 Amazing! Are you there or have you been there?

[@ShayaJain]

Woah its so helpful! Im traveling to Singapore in 2 weeks and i didnt know some places required cash...will get some! Thanks for this information

[@dominiquends]

How was your trip? Did you use the cash? I'm thinking about only taking cards

[@ShayaJain]

In some places yes, cash is not that much required but in small places it is, best to take on the safe side

[@denisea.9033]

Did you buy Singapore cash in your country before getting to Singapore, or once you arrived?

[@ShayaJain]

@@denisea.9033 once I arrived. At the airport there is an area where you can convert other currencies to Singapore dollars. It's very helpful!

[@saurabhn]

Thank you for this vlog, really helps for travellers like us (with young kids) to know the best of attractions IN SG. 😊

[@SuitcaseMonkey]

You’re welcome. There’s also a Singapore video which shows more of what we got up to

[@stevenallan3078]

Great stuff! Brief and entertaining.

[@dennyhalim8054]

easy subs and like, superb video!

[@SuitcaseMonkey]

Welcome my friend

[@Shadowzinthemoon_479]

thank you so much! I was so confused what to do but thanks to you I finally have an idea Thank you so much suitcase monkey or what your name is

[@KyalSinHtun-i7c]

If I have a chance, I'd like to go to Gardens by the bay. That place is really interesting.

[@TouristTravel4K]

beautiful video. Good luck to you❤

[@mariojsworld]

Nice Singapore guide.

[@samimikaba]

nearly perfect and accurate video, though public transport often charge you a few extra cents if you use a bank card and cash only shops are actually more common than you think

[@micahnewman]

Informative video-now I know not to make all those mistakes you mentioned! Phew!

[@niningnining6675]

Tadi siang hujan, bagus banget pemandangannya

[@exploringechoes]

Nice places to explore ❤

[@taniaho]

Yes to universal studio tips please!

[@conned]

Awesome! Thanks review n PDF!..safe travels sir

[@niningnining6675]

Keren pokoknya tadi siang skrang dah nyampe rumah alhadullillah

[@RachelAlpuerto]

Thank your for your informative video

[@AnabelSijoy]

This was the easiest way to understand about singapore

[@schemagroup1]

Wow Singapore is definitely underrated its like getting transported to the year 3030.

[@AsmaeAmarAissa]

Thank you so much for this, the guide is going to be really helpfull!

[@liliesandroses]

Great tips, thank you so much!

[@dominiquends]

Awesome video with great tips. Thank you!!

[@alensaputra8037]

Assalamualaikum wrb🙏(QS Yunus ayat-65-64-63-62-61)

[@Marchbook]

Visiting after 13 also solo...hopefully It will be fun

[@allee541]

Great to see an update video on Singapore. I am heading there in July, I was unsure if I would have time for the night safari but I now think I will make time. With the transport am I correct that you are using your normal bank card? and you tap on and as you get off? so you don't get charged twice? Just want to be sure I know what I am doing. Thanks for the info.

[@SuitcaseMonkey]

Yes just using bank card and tapping on and off with same card and on and off for buses too

[@anthonette.c]

I wish I saw this a month ago before my SG trip last week

[@aatkinson2607]

Thank you for your wonderful video

[@alexat62]

Very helpful. Love that u don’t need to be the centre of attention like so many other “tourist” KZbinrs. Thx!

[@beatrizchen7033]

love your channel!!!

[@HiKasandra]

Do make a video for Universal Studios! Been there a while back but the rides would be different now I suppose! 😊😊 Very informative and easy to get through video! Thanks!

[@angelinesagad8897]

super helpful!!! thank you ❤❤❤

[@vandervandervilt576]

Informative & useful

[@davidloke5480]

I would recommend haw par vila as is a very unique spot

[@antoniomorais1503]

Hello, Great video ! Which areas do you recommend to stay/budget near convenience stores, street food markets, attractions and public transportation ? Thank you so much. Take care !

[@SuitcaseMonkey]

Hey thanks. I cover this a little in the video and also provide some alternative hotel suggestions on the free PDF link I provide in the description

[@kimpenaflor1465]

Where can I get the pdf guide! that will mean a lot to us!

[@SuitcaseMonkey]

It’s linked in the videos description as well as through the on screen QR code that appears twice

[@akshitgoel1183]

Hi Paul!! Thanks for this great content. Could you also advice me how should I plan my Singapore to Malaysia travel via bus. I am 5 days in Singapore and 2 days in Malaysia.

[@SuitcaseMonkey]

Hey thanks. Hmm. We didn’t take the bus so have no idea but I’m sure google will have the answer

[@mkngpauline]

You can take a coach from S'pore direct to any of the Msian cities quite cheaply. You can book online Spore-Msian bus or go to any local travel offices around chinatown shopping malls to buy your tickets.

[@mkngpauline]

If you just want to go Johor Bahru, the nearest state from Spore, public transport bus 170 or the yellow Msian bus Cws go there every few mins

[@JuanAlmighty]

great guide and info!

[@FreshRichi]

This looks great, bro bro! Definitely using your video as a guide when I eventually visit here one day. Hope you’re keeping well man! Bless!!! 🎹💙🖖🏾

[@SuitcaseMonkey]

Thanks dude!

[@UnknownHotSauce]

Helped a lot. Will be watching the SG F1 and got a tad bit worried with your comment about it hehehe.

[@SuitcaseMonkey]

Ha. No need to worry. I meant more if you aren’t going for the GP, best to avoid but otherwise enjoy!

[@UnknownHotSauce]

@@SuitcaseMonkey ha! Tyvm

[@boris7098]

i was in singapore in february 2023 and you don´t need to prebook a tickets in gardens by the bay....just go at 9 am and enjoy without crowds

[@SuitcaseMonkey]

So you’re in agreement?

[@adriannaborsalini285]

Thank you, excellent video! the only thing I was trying to look for the Marina skybar and seems that is not avail anymore :(

[@SuitcaseMonkey]

Ce La Vie? I’ve just been to their site (linked below in the description) and I could book a table?

[@adriannaborsalini285]

@@SuitcaseMonkey possible to book at the restaurant and the club lounge (maybe the skybar is part of the club lounge?)

[@expertgamer539]

Plus, the 4ra interface is so user-friendly, even my dad can use it without help 😂

[@SimpleCooking-gz9tz]

Nice 👍👍👍

[@gigiatlas2364]

Fingers crossed Singapore is in my stars for 2025 🤞✨️💯

[@nicholascheng6577]

Should give you a "like"~ Thank you for the information~~👍

[@jeremy8250]

6:52 tank tops are called singlets in singapore lol

[@TheOrionOracle]

🥳🥳“Man cannot discover new oceans unless he has the courage to lose sight of the shore.” - Andre Gide🥳🥳

[@rebeccacarlin6103]

Do you know the name of the dark-colored hotel across the street from the hotel you stayed? I’m trying to figure out the name of the swanky hotel that I was put up in for free when something went wrong with my connecting flight. I remember the dark-colored facade of the building, and the very high ceiling in the room where the breakfast buffet was served. It was easily the fanciest place I have ever stayed.

[@rebeccacarlin6103]

This would have been in the summer of 2006.

[@etoykicau74]

Pemandangan yang sangat bagus❤❤❤🎉🎉

[@Unplugged704]

Thanks for the list. Train from airport 1 hour. 😮😮 How long is it for Grab/taxi ride to Marina Bay Sands?

[@HiKasandra]

Grab to Marina probably 30sgd to 45sgd. There's a surcharge for journeys starting from the airport. You can get to the regular east-west train line from Terminal 2 and take Grab from one of the stations there. Train to city hall central area is about 45 minutes. It just takes time to transfer out of the airport by train which could make it close to an hour. You can get a regular ez-link card if you don't want to use contactless. Ez-link cards are widely used. X

[@cheeseizblue]

Less than that, 45 mins probably so for the unfamiliarity. By grab, it is about 20mins as it would be via the highway along the east coast parkway.

[@Sofiromhg]

Nice video! Thank you so much! I have a question, I will be very gratefull if you help me 😭🙏🏻 do you recommend book before a ticket for gardens by the bay? I'm afraid about weather.. I will travel to Singapore at January 2025 🥺 thank you in advance 🙏🏻

[@yanna080408]

Hi what was the name of the hotel you stayed at Bugis thank you!