Planning my first trip to Singapore in the next few months. I've read through a lot of the older threads but wanted to check if the info is still current.
My main questions:
- Best area to stay for easy access to the scene?
- Realistic daily budget?
- Any areas to avoid?
- How welcoming are the locals to foreign visitors?
I'm coming from Australia and have experience in Latin America but this would be my first time in Singapore.
Thanks for any help!
Singapore safety update
Started by HalifaxHarry · 9 Mar 2026 · 2414 views
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Excellent write-up. This is why this forum is the best resource out there.
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10 Mar 2026 at 05:25
Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.
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Any restaurant recs for the daytime?
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10 Mar 2026 at 12:52
Not sure I agree about that area. I found downtown to be better value.
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Did you use an agency or find girls at online?
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10 Mar 2026 at 21:07
What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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Been going for years. The scene has stayed consistent.
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+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Great destination.
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How does it compare to Colombia?
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This matches my experience. Singapore is great value.
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Did you use an agency or find girls at online?
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How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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This is outdated info IMO. Things have changed since last year. Current prices are actually lower than what's described here.
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100% agree. The variety is hard to beat.
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I was there in February and prices were great value.
Spent about $145/day all-in. Quality was above average.
My tip: the late night crowd is different.
Spent about $145/day all-in. Quality was above average.
My tip: the late night crowd is different.
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Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.
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Did you use an agency or find girls at bars?
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I'd rate it similarly. Solid 7/10 destination.
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Did you feel safe walking around at night?
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