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This
fascinating tropical isle is an amalgam of Chinese, Malay, Indian and Western Cultures.
Singapore's sophisticated skyline is set against lush gardens, tree lined
boulevards and the contrasting traditional architecture, crafts and customs.
Whether visiting Singapore as a
stop-over or as part of a multi-centre itinerary the choice of some of the world's finest
hotels can be made at reasonable prices, not to mention the culinary tour of restaurants
and food courts for which Singapore is famous.
Upon arriving at the award winning
Changi International Airport, accredited taxis will promptly whisk you downtown. If
you have come for the shopping then a hotel close to Orchard Road like The Orchard
would be ideal, or perhaps the deluxe Goodwood Park Hotel, a deluxe historical landmark.
However, if you wish to experience
the more traditional parts of Singapore then choose a hotel close to Chinatown or close to the Bugis area like the first class Albert Court Hotel or 5 star
InterContinental, both of which retain their colonial heritage. An alternative would
be to stay alongside the Singapore River in the conservation area of Clarke Quay.
Here you will find the Swissotel Merchant Court
Hotel having easy access to Clarke Quay and Boat Quay where there are numerous
restaurants, pubs, bars and food courts, and where you will also find the relocated Satay
Club from which numerous stalls sell mouth-watering Malay Satay sticks, rice &
noodles, all washed down with Singapore's famous Tiger Beer.
Close by to the Suntec City
Convention Complex and Raffles City is Marina Square where there are a number of other 5
star hotels of which we recommend the Meritus Marina Mandarin.
Getting around Singapore is
extremely easy. The air-conditioned subway system (MRT) can take you to most parts
of the island, buses and taxis are plentiful, and even though cars are very expensive, a
rental car can still cost less than two persons on a sightseeing tour and you have 24
hours to explore under your own steam.
Images courtesy of the Singapore Tourism Board |
