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 the US and have experience in Southeast Asia but this would be my first time in Singapore.
Thanks for any help!
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Just booked my flights! Thanks for the motivation.
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I was there in March and prices were exactly as described.
Spent about $112/day all-in. Quality was excellent.
My tip: avoid weekends.
Spent about $112/day all-in. Quality was excellent.
My tip: avoid weekends.
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Thanks for the write-up. Very helpful for my upcoming trip.
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Thanks for the write-up. Very helpful for my upcoming trip.
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I'd also recommend downloading Google Translate before you go. Essential.
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Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.
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Spot on with the prices. That matches what I paid in February.
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I'd also recommend downloading Google Translate before you go. Essential.
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Saving this thread for my trip planning. Gold mine of information.
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Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.
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This is outdated info IMO. Things have changed since last year. Current prices are about the same than what's described here.
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Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience there last month.
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I'd also recommend downloading Grab before you go. Essential.
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Adding my experience from February.
The scene has improved since pre-COVID. Biggest change: more competition.
The scene has improved since pre-COVID. Biggest change: more competition.
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How does it compare to Czech Republic?
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How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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Been going for years. The scene has improved recently.
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