Singapore

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Hello!

Welcome to the small but terribly wealthy Lion's City, which has become known as one of Asia's tiger due to its rapid industrialization. Get lost among the towering buildings and skycrapers as you tour the business area of Singapore. Plan out your days as to where you'd want to be;will it be the wildlife in an open zoo safari or aviary or the hustle and bustle of a clean and green city?




Basic Information
  • Language: English(primary), Malay(national),Mandarin Chinese, and Tamil
  • Government: Parliamentary Republic
  • Currency: Singapore $
  • Capital: Singapore City
  • Religion: Multi-religious with Buddhism and Taoism account for more than half. Christianity, Islam, Sikhism, Hinduism and non-religiousity are practiced in decreasing numbers as they are listed.
  • Best time to visit:Weather isn't much of a consideration in visiting Singapore although there may be downpours once in a while. Consider if you want the crowded but festive months of February for the Thaipusam, April for the Singapore Food Festival and June for the Singapore Sale.



Contents

Getting there & Moving About

International Travel

Singapore has two public airports with majority of the international flights concentrated in Changi Airport. Click on Flights above to view the airlines that fly to Singapore.

  • International Ocean Liner


Domestic Transport
  • By Air


  • By Water


  • By Land

Railways

Buses

Others

Tourists' Spots



Key Cities
In each key city, the places to see, accommodations and dining places will be discussed.


Other Destination

Tour Package

Singapore-Based
Before contacting travel tour agencies, it is recommended that you visit our Package tours page to know some general tips. Most agencies providing travel tour packages can be contacted online. Some are based in Singapore but have toll free contact numbers. Below are a few:

Chan Brother Travel - provides several types of tour packages, for business, educational, and special interests. Address is 150 South Bridge Road, Fook Hai Building, Singapore 058727. Contact Tel .# 65-6438 8880 or Fax: 65-6534 3092 or check website www.chanbrothers.com for more details.

Ducktours A wacky ducky themed tour of the city and some historical events on board an amphibian craft that will bring you through the streets, harbour, and woods. You may check their website at www.ducktours.com.sg .

Reliance Travel Agencies - Provides for packages in Singapore including ticketing, accommodations and tours. Website is at www.reliance.com.sg .

Based Internationally


Below are some listing of Tour agencies based on some countries. They have been arranged by continents:

Africa


Asia

AT Reservation Network Pte Ltd- a subsidiary of Asiatravel.com Holdings Ltd offering cheap deals for flights, hotels and tours. They have various offices found in Dubai, Hongkong. Singapore, Philippines, Thailand. Click on the name to view contact details.


Australia and Oceania



Europe

Miki Travel Limited (UK-main)- Although they are based in London, they have several affiliate offices in Europe and Asia which makes connections easier. You can check their website at www.miki.co.uk or visit their office in 18/20 Cannon Street, London EC4M 6XD, England. Affiliate offices can be found in the following Asian cities of Tokyo, Osaka, Fukuoka, Nagoya, Sendai, Hongkong, Kuala Lumpur, Beijing, Bangkok, Jakarta. It also has offices in the following European cities: London, Zurich, Dublin, Rome, Madrid, Helsinki, Lisbon, Frankfurt, Brussels, Florence, Barcelona, Copenhagen, Paris, Berlin, Amsterdam, Milan, Nice, Budapest, Geneva, Munich, Vienna, Venice, Oslo, and Prague.


Explore Worldwide Limited (UK-main) - the focus is not just in giving you a holiday vacation but one that is coupled with great adventure. Their office is UK based at the following address: Nelson House, 55 Victoria Road, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 7PA,UK. You can check their website at www.explore.co.uk or call their travel agents at # 0870 333 4801.


USA

Artisan of Leisure - located in New York City, across the street from Union Square Cafe—and just steps from the vibrant Union Square Greenmarket. Office hours is 9 a.m.- 6p.m. Mon- Fri by appointment only. Click on the name to view details.

Expedia Inc. - It by far the largest online travel agency with several interfacing famous brands, one of which is Expedia.com. You can book either flights, hotels, cars, a vacation package or a combination of any. You can visit their website at www.expedia.com or call Main Office Phone Number 425-679-7200 Customer Service phone 1-800-EXPEDIA or [1 (800) 397-3342]







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