Currency tips for Singapore
Started by NewcastleNick · 21 Mar 2026 · 730 views
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21 Mar 2026 at 17:04
Been thinking about visiting Singapore and wanted to get the latest intel from those who've been recently.
Specifically interested in:
1. Current price ranges
2. Best areas to base yourself
3. Any safety concerns
4. How's the quality compared to the Philippines?
Any recent trip reports would be much appreciated. Thanks in advance.
Specifically interested in:
1. Current price ranges
2. Best areas to base yourself
3. Any safety concerns
4. How's the quality compared to the Philippines?
Any recent trip reports would be much appreciated. Thanks in advance.
Do your research, respect the locals, stay safe. — Newcastle Nick
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21 Mar 2026 at 21:50
This is outdated info IMO. Things have changed since the new laws came in. Current prices are actually lower than what's described here.
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21 Mar 2026 at 22:42
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience there last month.
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22 Mar 2026 at 01:12
Adding my experience from last month.
The scene has improved since pre-COVID. Biggest change: better quality overall.
The scene has improved since pre-COVID. Biggest change: better quality overall.
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22 Mar 2026 at 04:24
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience there last month.
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Saving this thread for my trip planning. Gold mine of information.
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22 Mar 2026 at 14:27
What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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22 Mar 2026 at 19:44
I was there in February and prices were slightly higher.
Spent about $83/day all-in. Quality was good.
My tip: midweek is golden hour.
Spent about $83/day all-in. Quality was good.
My tip: midweek is golden hour.
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22 Mar 2026 at 23:37
I'd rate it similarly. Solid 9/10 destination.
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23 Mar 2026 at 07:38
With respect, my experience was more mixed. But maybe I went at the wrong time.
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23 Mar 2026 at 13:53
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience there last month.
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23 Mar 2026 at 19:58
Thanks for the write-up. Very helpful for my upcoming trip.
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24 Mar 2026 at 00:29
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience there last month.
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24 Mar 2026 at 10:02
Any restaurant recs for the daytime?
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24 Mar 2026 at 16:14
Any restaurant recs for the daytime?
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24 Mar 2026 at 23:34
Agreed on all points. Make sure to book hotels in advance.
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25 Mar 2026 at 08:44
Not sure I agree about that area. I found a different part to be better value.
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26 Mar 2026 at 01:12
Interesting take but I think you overpaid. Try negotiating next time.
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