Explore in Singapore!

There are a lot of cities or places these days that are a “must-visit”, but let me tell you, Singapore is different. 

Yes, Singapore is a tiny country, yet this sophisticated and efficient country will make the word exquisite not enough to describe its beauty–especially at night. All its skyscrapers and gleaming city lights will encourage you to dream big and believe that even these buildings are built to fly high, so why can’t you?

The famous icon of Singapore, the Merlion and the Marina Bay Sands. 

So how can we visit this stunning and exquisite country?

Here’s how:

From Davao or  F. Bangoy International Airport, since there are airlines here in the  Philippines that has direct flights from Davao City (DVO) to Singapore (SIN), you can book cheap flights through expedia, trip advisor or directly to the airline company, it’s up to you hehe. Most tickets from Davao to Singapore are usually sold at (more or less than) $ 200, but of course this will depend.

From Manila, there are also daily direct flights to go to Singapore from several international airline companies here in the Philippines. Cheap flights from Manila usually costs 2,000 pesos.

 

 

 

 

 

 

TIP: Book earlier or at  least 1 month (earlier) to save or find cheap tickets.
Watch out for seat sales!

 

Where to go in Singapore?

Well Singapore has a lot to offer and we can surely assure you that your vacation will be an unforgettable and memorable one. So prepare your cameras and OOTD with you to capture the best and instagram worthy photos.

These are the top 5 must visited places in Singapore in no particular order:

1. Resorts World Sentosa

This place is for everyone in short it is a perfect destination for family, friends and couples, you will surley enjoy this one of a kind resort because it features hotels, restuarants, casino and theme parks. It is located on an island off Singapore’s south coast and its attractions are at the center of the sea which are: Marine Life Park, Dolphin Island, a water park and an aquarium, other attractions include Universal Studios Singapore and nightly entertainment. The casino offers a variety of table games sand 2,400 slot machines and it does enforce a dress code. The resort offers more than 60 dining options for hungry guests.

For more information visit: http://www.touropia.com/tourist-attractions-in-singapore/

 

2. Marina Bay Sands

The Marina Bay Sands is indeed a place that features luxury and elegance,  why ? It is because it cost US$5.7 billion to be build actually this resort makes the world’s most expensive building when it opened in 2010. It is really a must visit place for it has it all starting with a luxury hotel, restaurants, an endless collection of shops, a convention center that is one of the largest in Asia, theater, an ArtScience Museum and other entertainment centers. It also has an indoor skating rink made with synthetic ice.

For more information visit: http://www.touropia.com/tourist-attractions-in-singapore/

 

3. Singapore Flyer

The Singapore Flyer is indeed a giant ferris wheel, we would highly reconmmend you to take a ride because you will be surely amaze on the stunning views below. Cars hold up to 28 people as they circle above the city. When it opened in 2008, it was the highest Ferris wheel in the world, reaching 165 meters (541 feet) up into the Singaporean sky. With advance notice, the Flyer can accommodate disabled guests in wheelchairs. Located on Marina Bay, the Flyer’s terminal has three floors of restaurants, shops and other services.

Entrance FeeAdult- $33
Child- $21 (3-12 years old)
Family Combo- $78 (2 adults and 1 child)

For more information visit: http://www.touropia.com/tourist-attractions-in-singapore/

 

4. Garden by the Bay

The Gardens by the Bay is built on reclaimed land in central Singapore. It consists of three gardens: Bay Central, a garden with a waterfront walk that will eventually connect the other two gardens; Bay East, which is opening in phases as sections are completed, and Bay South, the largest garden, which showcases tropical horticulture and includes tree-like structures up to 50 meters (160 feet) high that dominate the Gardens’ landscape. Gardens by the Bay offers amazing views of the Marina Bay skyline. Surrounded by lush lawns, tropical palm trees and beautiful pavilions, it is perfect for an evening stroll or picnic with family and friends.

Outdoor Gardens South Bay- Free Entry
Conservatories- Adult and Senior Citizen- $28, Child (3-12 years old)- $15

For more information visit: http://www.touropia.com/tourist-attractions-in-singapore/ and https://www.makemytrip.com/travel-guide/singapore/gardens-by-the-bay-parks-gardens.html

 

5. Night Safari

Night Safari is a perfect place for travelers who enjoy nightlife but are tired of the club scene should head over to Night Safari where nocturnal, not party, animals are on display. Since it opened in 1984, it is one of Singapore’s top attractions, with more than one million people annually enjoying a tram ride through seven of the world’s geographic regions.

So what are you waiting for hop on to a tram and embark on a journey through the world’s first wildlife night park that takes you from the Himalayan foothills to wild equatorial Africa. This is your chance to come up close with lions, tigers, tapirs and more! You are sure to be in for an experience of a lifetime as you take this 40-minute journey around the park and see over 1,000 animals in eight geographical areas.

Entrance Fee: Adult-$32, Child- $21 (3-12 years old)

For more information visit: http://www.touropia.com/tourist-attractions-in-singapore/ and https://www.makemytrip.com/travel-guide/singapore/singapore-night-safari-parks-gardens

 

Where to eat in Singapore? 

 Food has always been a part of travel. The different tastes of food somehow defined a destination’s culture. Trying to find what and where to eat in a place you’ve never been to is really difficult, especially when the internet results are too general and vague. Hold on, because this blog abt Singapore will make you thank us later!

Here are the 5 must-visit restaurants in Singapore, in no particular order:

1. Corner House

In Singapore’s tropical garden which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, their chefs showcased their own, “Gastro Botanica” cuisine that harkens the city’s Colonial History. Also, their “Discovery Menu” showcases the full vibrance whrre vegetables share equal billing with Maine Lobsters.

For more information visit: https://www.eater.com/maps/best-restaurants-singapore

2. Open Farm Community

Although Singapore is a densely packed city wherein farm plots are kind of, hard to find, this restaurant do their best in serving the young and old fresh food from farm.

For more information visit: https://www.eater.com/maps/best-restaurants-singapore

3. Hua Bee Restaurant and Bincho

This restau in SIN has successfully served everyone for half a century already! It serves vinegar-laced ball-chor or minced meat noodles by day and at night, the back of the tiled room becomes a bincho serving creative yakitori and chicken dishes.

For more information visit: https://www.eater.com/maps/best-restaurants-singapore

4. Candlenut

This restau houses Penamahan Heritage which is a cultural and ethnic group descended from the 19th century Chinese migrants who intermarried with local Southeast Asian women. Whatever you eat, expect the dishes to commit fully to spicy, tangy and savory flavors.

For more information visit: https://www.eater.com/maps/best-restaurants-singapore

 

5. Esquina

The restaurants in Singapore isn’t always about their own culture and some sort of Asian foods; they also have Spanish restaurants like Esquina. This restau intricates presentations of deconstructed Spanish tortillas and roasted bell peppers. Call ahead for seats at the bar, where you can watch the chef and his team pings around the narrow open kitchen.

For more information visit: https://www.eater.com/maps/best-restaurants-singapore

That’s it! Share us your #FoodPorn and #SingaporeTravel by also using #JingsJourneys and/or by tagging us on Teitter and Instagram @JingsJourneys. Can’t wait to see it all!

 

Things to Do in Singapore

You travel for leisure will not be complete without trying these amazing tours that Singapore offers. Where would you find these tours? But only in Singapore only, so why not try these and make your travel for leisure the most out of everything.

Here are some of the things you can enjoy to do in Singapore, in no particular order:

1. Universal Studios Singapore

Universal studios has a lot to offer for the advent adventure seeker and especially, the little ones. There were long queues for the top five thrilling rides but the queues seem unavoidable no matter the time you arrive. Nevertheless, this tour lived up to your expectations. You will arrived well in time to be the first few to enter the Park and join in on all the fun of the following hours. It would just be advisable to read a little about the layout of the park in advance and decide which rides you absolutely want to do.

With your day pass to Universal Studios Singapore, you can enjoy a variety of Hollywood-themed entertainment, from roller coasters to shows. Movie-themed rides include Jurassic Park Rapids Adventure and TRANSFORMERS The Ride: The Ultimate 3D Battle.

2. Singapore Zoo

For a unique experience in Singapore, or anywhere on Earth for that matter, enjoy a Singapore Zoo breakfast with orangutans. If you choose the option, you’ll enjoy a jungle breakfast buffet in the company of a family of orangutans. These great apes are part of Singapore Zoo’s orangutan-breeding program, one of the most successful in the world. Snap pics with your new breakfast club and watch as they play around their habitat. Then take a tour of the zoo by tram to see the rest of the 3,600 animals.

The goal of the Singapore Zoo is that by the time you leave, you’ll have a new appreciation for and wonder of the planet’s fascinating creatures and their delicate habitats.

3. Sentosa Island 

Try again someting new and Explore some of the many family-friendly attractions on Singapore’s Sentosa Island during this afternoon and evening tour with a guide. Several resort activities are included, starting with a cable car ride from Mt Faber. On the island, you’ll visit Merlion Tower and Tiger Sky Tower, Images of Singapore LIVE, the Wings of Time show, Madame Tussauds and Sentosa 4D Adventureland for Journey 2: The Mysterious Island. Enjoy an array of wildlife and entertainment experiences, from wax figurines to fireworks.

When you arrive on the island, the action begins with climbs to the top of two towers, the Merlion Tower and the Tiger Sky Tower. Bring your camera for panoramic views of the island.  Next up, head to Images of Singapore LIVE, a theatrical attraction where you’ll learn about Singapore’s history and culture, starting with its days as a fishing village, through a mix of special effects, live actors and a virtual boat ride. At the famous Madame Tussauds, enjoy taking selfies with wax figurines of celebrities and notorious persons throughout history. Then continue to Sentosa 4D Adventureland for Journey 2: The Mysterious Island, an immersive 4D experience. Finally, end your Sentosa tour at Wings of Time, a night show set against the sea. You’ll be wowed by the combination of sound, light, fountains, lasers, pyrotechnics and more that tell the story of a time-traveling bird.

Where to stay in Singapore?

Singapore has a lot of luxurious and amazing hotels that you should visit and must stay.

Here are some of the best hotels in Singapore, in no particular order: 

1. Marina Bay Sands

The most recognisable hotel in Singapore with its giant swimming pool straddled across its three towers overlooking the bay. If you want to splurge on a memorable stay then this is the place to do it. Discover a hotel of architectural wonder in the heart of thriving Singapore, crowned by the world’s largest rooftop infinity pool. At your fingertips, the best of spectacular nightlife and entertainment, celebrity chef dining and luxury shopping.

 

 

2.  Shangri-La Hotel

 Singapore is year-round swimming weather. In Shangri-La Hotel there are lounge chairs by the pool as well as in the surrounding gardens. The little valley at the back of the hotel reminds of being in Ubud, Bali.

3. Swissotel The Stamford

Singapore is meant to be the easiest place to do business on earth. Now you can make your visit to the city even easier by checking in with Swissotel. Whether you’re here on business or you’re simply here to explore, the engineered your accommodation to help you do what you do best. Be treated to unrivalled comfort in 1,261 beautifully appointed guestrooms and luxurious suites with private balconies providing breathtaking views of Singapore’s bustling cityscape and nearby islands of Malaysia and Indonesia.