Top 7 Places to Visit in Singapore

By Kreta.Ayer on June 21, 2019
Top 7 Places to Visit in Singapore

Singapore is widely regarded as the Lion City of Southeast Asia and it is a great destination for tourists of all kinds. It is a perfect place to go for the adventure seeker, foodie, or urban explorer and it is filled with a plethora of activities that will amaze you. Singapore also has a vibrant history and filled with lots of family-friendly attractions that you can try out. Some of the top places to visit in Singapore are listed below.

Gardens by the Bay

This is a magnificent designed green space that you must visit while in Singapore. The garden is also a great place to escape from the hustle and bustle of the city while enjoying the vibrant plant life. The highlight of the garden is the Supertree Grove where you will find a cluster of futuristic structures that are designed to perform environmentally sustainable functions. You should also visit the Cloud Forest Dome where you will find the tallest indoor waterfall and also get an insight into biodiversity.

Singapore Flyer

This is the largest giant observation wheel in the world and it is another perfect alternative to the observation deck at the Marina Bay Sands. You can choose from varieties of packages which will give you the chance to be served and pampered while enjoying magnificent views of Singapore skyline, Spice islands of Indonesia and Malaysia’s Straits of Johor. You can choose from varieties of ticket packages that include access to the multimedia Journey of Dreams exhibit where you can learn more about the history of Singapore and the creation of the Singapore Flyer.

ArtScience Museum

This is among the iconic structures which make up the Marina Bay Sands Integrated Resort. The museum is popularly known for its distinct shape and the museum offers a world of art and science through its carefully curated exhibitions. The highlight of the museum is the permanent exhibition Future World where you can explore the interactive high-tech collection of digital installations.

National Gallery of Singapore

This gallery is located in two buildings and it features a collection of modern art by artists from Southeast Asia. The gallery houses the work of both up and coming and established artists from the region. You should also make sure you do not miss the newly opened galleries where you can see the Chinese Ink Art and also the rooftop sculpture garden which features the works by Vietnamese-born Danish artist Danh Vo.

Clarke Quay

Clarke Quay is a great place to go for an evening stroll after a long day of shopping on Orchard Road filled with waterfront dining and entertainment. You can also go on a river cruise here where you can admire some of the historic bridges and iconic landmark in the city. You should also make sure you visit the bungy-jumping attraction that is filled with a thrilling ride that your kids will love. Some of the nearby attractions that you can also visit are the Asian Civilization Museum, the Hong San See Temple, and the Civil Defense Heritage Gallery.

Merlion Park

The Merlion is a figure of mythical creature which features the head of a lion and the body and tail of a fish. The Merlion symbolizes the humble start of the city as a fishing village combined with the traditional Malay name Singapura which means lion city. The structure weighs about 70 tons and it stands at about 8.6m tall with water spouting out from its mouth. You are also going to find the Merlion Cub which is can be found nearby and it is only 2m tall. Merlion Park is a great place to go if you want to take Instagram-worthy pictures.

Fort Canning Park

This attraction has a rich history and it was built in 1859, the fort was a crucial site for Singapore’s defense. The park houses the modern performing arts troupes and it also hosts lots of concerts, festivals, picnics, and theatre performances that you do not want to miss. Some of the other attractions at the park are relics from the early history of Singapore and Sir Stamford Raffles’ personal bungalow. You are also going to find a replica of the spice market Raffles which was built in 1822 and also ASEAN sculptures that were erected here in the 1980s.

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Singapore Here We Come: Moving to a New Country

By Kreta.Ayer on June 07, 2019
Singapore Here We Come: Moving to a New Country

Starting almost from the beginning and moving to another country can be hard work but not necessarily. Making this move means adjusting to the new surroundings and building your life according to that.

So, it is important to start from the basic things. Making sure that you have all the documents required to stay in a foreign country (maybe you will have to apply for Visa) , getting accommodation, getting a job, making new friendships and connections.

To start, make do to list and a list of all of the things you need to bring with you. You’ll also need to hire a removals company, research new home or rental options and you’ll need to contact car transport services to get your vehicles moved to another location. Also, if you don’t speak the language of the country that you are staying in, it can come handy to get a pocket dictionary with basic expressions and words that you need in everyday communication.

First of all, you have to make sure that all of your documents are valid and all of the paperwork you have to do is done. That means double check if your passport is not expired, you’ve applied for Visa ( this document is of great importance, if you don’t have it you will not be able to enter and stay in the country), bring your college degree with you, medical and immunization records, marriage licence, driver’s licence, etc.

When you have all of that done, you will need a place to stay. It would be good if you have somebody to help you to find an apartment or a house to stay in. This may take time so it would be good to do it before you get to your destination. Doing it before it can spare you of paying additional money for the hotel, hostel or renting a room.

When you have a place to stay, you can dedicate to making your place able to live in. That will require making payments, doing shopping, so you can investigate your surroundings and find all the places such as post office, bank and supermarket. The easiest way is to google it and find the objects on Google maps.

Apart from this, figure out what kind of transport is the best for you to get you to the places you need. It would be the best to get or rent a car so you can feel comfortable at most. Inform yourself how and where you can get a car, about the prices and all that concerns getting a car. Additional to this, it can happen that you might have to take driving tests as some different rules may apply when it comes to driving in another country. (Example, In the UK drivers are driving on the right side of the vehicle so the controls seem different.)

Once you are settled at one place you can figure out how things work. These tips may help you to learn faster how to live in another country.

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