About

The city state of Singapore, is a thriving hub at the heart of South East Asia, with a diversity few other cities in the world cities can claim. With its rich Malay, Chinese and Indian heritage and cuisines, Singapore makes for a great gastronomic stoppover. Singapore is a thriving modern city with a heavy dose of heritage. Landmarks like the Raffles hotel and its bar, known for its world famous 'Singapore Sling' cocktail is a must for any traveller with the hotel steeped in a colonial setting. Shoppers will not be disappointed with the vast array of shopping malls and markets the city has to offer. The city is renound for being one of the strictest cities in the world regarding cleanliness in public spaces, spaces,including strict rules on jaywalking and chewing gum (this being illegal) in Singapore.

Getting to and from Singapore

Changi Airport is located about 17 km from the center of Singapore. You can take the train from terminals 2 and 3 to Tanah Merah station. A number of public buses stop at all terminals, but you must have exact change or buy an EZ-Link card at the airport train station or a Changi Recommends shop. There are self-service kiosks at the airport that allow you to book limos or large taxis, or you can get a regular taxi at the taxi stand.