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Despite being a small country, Singapore has one of the best transportation systems in Southeast Asia. However, it is also one of the most expensive. Hence, that sometimes poses a challenge to those budget backpackers who target to visit multiple areas of the country in a short period of time. A Guide to Singapore Tourist Pass For those travelers who are planning to extensively use Singapore's train and bus system for 3 days or less, here's a wallet-friendly and worry-free trip for you... Avail of the Singapore Tourist Pass ! Singapore Tourist Pass The pass allows you to visit all those terminals The Singapore Tourist Pass is a special EZ-link card that offers unlimited rides on Singapore's trains and buses except for the Sentosa Express, RWS8, Fast Forward, Night Rider, Nite Owl buses, and buses to Johore. One for me, one for my wife, and one for Ella There are three types of passes that you can choose from depending on the number of days of your planned

Located in 5 Coleman Street in Singapore , Peninsula Excelsior Hotel  is a 4-star hotel located near some of the major tourist spots in the country. Peninsula Excelsior Hotel Peninsula Excelsior Hotel Details Peninsula Excelsior Hotel is just a few minutes walk from Fort Canning Park , Clarke Quay , and St. Andrew's Cathedral . It is also a few minutes drive from Merlion Park and Marina Bay Sands . Raffles City and Clarke Quay MRT stations are also only a stone throw away from the hotel. Peninsula Excelsior Hotel - Singapore Left to the lobby right to pool #2 The ambiance here is surprisingly relaxing The bar The lobby Peninsula Excelsior Hotel offers 600 rooms and suites at the most reasonable rates. Each room and suite has elegant furnishings complete with amenities such as Wi-Fi, a cable TV, and a handy smartphone. Yup, you read that right! These smartphones are a huge help for those who need the Google Map App to explore Singapore . Aside from having unli

Singapore might be the smallest Southeast Asian country but it has been one of the top tourist destinations in the region. Singapore offers plenty of things to do that makes a week seem short for some.  Top 10 Things to Do in Singapore For those who are planning to visit the country, here's something that may help you craft your itinerary. Top 10 Things to Do in Singapore 1. Take a selfie with the famous Merlion statue. 2. Go on a heritage tour in Little India . 3. Shop for souvenirs in Chinatown . 4. Enjoy the food, drinks, and the nightlife in Clarke Quay . 5. Visit temples and churches. 6. Go food tripping in any Hawker Centre . 7. Ride the Singapore River Cruise . 8. Ride the cable car on Sentosa Island . 9. Spend a whole day exploring  Sentosa Island . 10. Take a dip in Marina Bay Sand 's Infinity pool How about you? What are your Top 10 Things to do in Singapore ?

Located at 244 South Bridge Road, in the Chinatown District of Singapore, Sri Mariamman Temple is the oldest Hindu temple in Singapore .  Sri Mariamman Temple Sri Mariamman Temple history Speaking of the oldest,  Sri Mariamman Temple  was founded in 1827 by Naraina Pillai. He was a Tamil social entrepreneur and businessman who spent most of his life in Singapore  during its colonial period. During the early  17th century, the temple was initially allotted land in Telok Ayer Street together with the earliest Chinese and Muslim places of worship. However, back then, Telok Ayer Street lacked a convenient source of fresh water which was needed for rituals in the Hindu Temple. Sri Mariamman Temple - Singapore Check out the Sri Mariamman Temple 's gopuram Can you spot the guy smoking a bong-like pipe? Another site was offered near Stamford Canal in 1821 but was again unsuitable because the land was reserved for other uses. Finally, a site for erecting a Hindu Temple was gra

Located upstream from the mouth of the Singapore River and Boat Quay and within the Singapore River Planning Area, Clarke Quay is a historical riverside quay in Singapore that has become quite famous to tourists for its nightlife and food.  Clarke Quay Clarke Quay History Clarke Quay  and the street next to it -Clarke Street, was named after Sir Andrew Clarke . He was Singapore's second governor who was known for playing a key role in making Singapore a major port among the Malay colonies in the late 17th century. It played a huge part in the prosperity of Singapore during colonial times.  Clarke Quay - Singapore Warehouses were built in Clarke Quay for the tons of goods that were transported daily from the commercial center in Boat Quay. However, it was during this time that the Singapore River became heavily polluted. Because of this, the government decided to relocate the cargo services to a new modern facility in Pasir Panjang in the 20th century, and because of this Cla