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Inside Singapore: Written for Travelers by Travelers

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Inside Background
Culture 
Singaporeans are a mix of Chinese (majority), Malay (the original settlers of...
Last edited: March 30, 2007
History 
Singapore was known as Temasek (Dan Ma Si meaning sea town) to the Chinese...
Last edited: December 20, 2006
Recommended Reading 
To understand Singapore, the path she took and the choices she made, one must...
Last edited: January 20, 2007
Tourist Board Info 
Wherever you are, you can always find out about Singapore through the...
Last edited: January 21, 2007
Weather & When to Go 
There's no distinct seasons in Singapore, and you are as likely to get sunny...
Last edited: July 26, 2007
Chinatown 
When Singapore's founder Stamford Raffles set aside land for Chinatown, he...
Last edited: June 01, 2008
Hawker centers or food courts ? 
Ever wonder what is a hawker center or why is everyone going to a food court...
Last edited: November 17, 2006
Interesting Festivals in Singapore 
With its multi-racial population, Singapore celebrates many festivals...
Last edited: May 09, 2008
Kampong Glam, the Malay-Arab Quarter 
Kampong Glam is Singapore's so-called Malay-Arab Quarter. It derived its name...
Last edited: May 09, 2008
Restaurants and bars 
1. No Name Seafood One of the best places in town to try the delectable chilli...
Last edited: November 25, 2007
Singapore 
Here are Singapore's main "zones" which might be worth visiting... 1. Orchard...
Last edited: June 27, 2006
Singapore in a Nutshell 
Singapore's history dates back to the 14th century, when the island was part of...
Last edited: June 18, 2006
The Singapore Tourist Pass 
Getting around in Singapore is fabulously easy with its public transport...
Last edited: December 31, 2007
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Inside For Foreign Visitors
Banks & Money 
Once you arrive in Singapore's Changi International Airport- be sure to change...
Last edited: July 19, 2006
Crossing the Border 
Entry requirements for Americans: United States passport holders do not require...
Last edited: March 27, 2006
Emergencies 
Emergency Numbers: Ambulance: 995 Fire: 995 Police: 999 Traffic Police: 6547...
Last edited: May 09, 2006
Important Phrases 
In Singapore, English is widely spoken even though we may be made up of a...
Last edited: March 08, 2008
Telephones 
A typical phone number in Singapore will look like this:6555-5555 or if it is a...
Last edited: June 04, 2007
Tipping & Etiquette 
When you eat at a restaurant- check the bottom of the bill for taxes and...
Last edited: January 22, 2008
Airport Transfer 
Public transportation options from Singapore's Changi International Airport 1...
Last edited: June 27, 2006
Bintan Immigration Requirements 
Bintan Island is a popular beach resort in Indonesia just 45mins away from...
Last edited: June 17, 2006
General Information 
Climate - "It is a place where the sun shines through the rain." Singapore's...
Last edited: December 06, 2006
GST Refunds 
Singapore refunds the GST portion of the purchase price to visitors who depart...
Last edited: October 08, 2006
Island Escapes 
1. Sentosa Probably the most famous isle of Singapore. A day on Sentosa island...
Last edited: June 20, 2006
Visa Requirements 
Most visitors are not required to obtain a visa into Singapore for leisure...
Last edited: October 26, 2007
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