10 Essential Travel Tips for Singapore You Don't Want to Miss, to Make Your Trip Smoother!

Singapore travel practical tips summary: Make your trip more convenient and fun If you're planning a trip to Singapore, here are some practical tips that can help you better organize your itinerary: Convenient transportation: Given Singapore's small size, buses and subways are the most commonly used modes of transport. You can purchase an ezlink card (10 SGD) and simply tap it each time you ride, which is convenient and fast. You can also use a credit card to pay, without the need to buy a bus card. Phone and internet: You can buy a phone card at the airport 711, or opt for international roaming or purchase a mobile 'Belt and Road' 3-day data package. Hotels may provide USB ports, but it's best to bring an adapter just in case. Accommodation recommendation: If you want to attend a concert, you can choose the Geylang area. The 81princess hotel is a newly renovated and clean hotel, close to the bus station but farther from the subway. It takes about 30 minutes by bus to get to Clarke Quay. Weather and attire: The weather in May is relatively less hot, and going out at 3 pm is no longer considered sunbathing. You can wear tank tops or comfortable dresses, paired with sun protection clothing and hats. Comfortable flat shoes are the best choice, and don't forget to apply sunscreen all over your body. Must-try food: There are many delicacies in Singapore worth trying, including Minghui frog porridge, Mr. coconut coconut milkshake, Tian Tian Hainanese chicken rice, thin roll pancakes, and Song Fa Bak Kut Teh, etc. You might want to try the UFC coconut water at 711, and there's also a watermelon-flavored coconut water. Shopping and sightseeing tips: You can choose to shop at VivoCity or Marina Bay Sands, and remember to fill out the tax refund form. For sightseeing, you can take a ride to Clarke Quay, enjoy a coconut milkshake or Hokkaido matcha ice cream, and sit at the quay to watch the sunset. A stroll along the riverside path will take you to Merlion Park, and continuing on will lead you to Gardens by the Bay. Map usage tips: Download Baidu Maps and set up arrival alerts in advance. Amap does not work in Singapore. Before leaving: You can head to the airport early, and if you're going to T4, you can check in your luggage and then take the shuttle bus to T1 and Jewel, enjoy the waterfall and do some major shopping. There are various brands to choose from. Local currency exchange: You can exchange for Singapore dollars at Bank of China in your home country, but other banks require a reservation for the exchange. Generally, 300 SGD is enough for a 3-day trip per person (assuming the hotel is booked in advance in your home country). You can also withdraw cash or exchange currency locally. Some snack stalls and fruit stands require cash, and many local stores like 711 also accept WeChat and Alipay payments. These are the practical tips I've summarized for you. If you have any questions, feel free to contact me, and I wish you a pleasant journey!