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Singapore’s climate is warm and humid all year round. Temperatures range from 23 to 31 degrees. The rainy season is from November to January with December receiving the most rainfall
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Voltage
You will require an adaptor for all electric appliances taken to Singapore. The standard voltage is 220-240V, 50Hz
VISAS
Australian passport holders do not require a visa to enter Singapore for stays less than 30 days. Entry requires travellers to have at least 6 months validity remaining of their passports from the time of entry. Please contact your travel agent at time of travel for current visa information.
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Currency |
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Money
The basic unit of currency in Singapore is the Singaporean dollar (S$), based on 100 cents to one dollar. Coin denominations are 5c, 10c, 20c, 50c and S$1. Notes are 2, 5 ,10, 50, 100, 500 and 1000 dollars.
Tipping
Tipping is not a normal practice in Singapore. Most hotels and restaurants already levy a 10% service charge on the bill.
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A delightful blend of East and West, Old and New...
Why not take time out to visit vibrant and exciting Singapore, a place of many contrasts? Discover its diverse cultures, from Geylang Serai to China Town and Little India. Shop in the myriad of department stores, designer boutiques and hectic hawker centres, offering the latest in fashion to traditional and ethnic goods.
Explore the lush landscaped gardens abundant with magnificent flowers and trees or visit the popular nature attractions of Singapore Zoo and Jurong Birdpark.
Complete your Singapore holiday with a relaxing stay at the popular Indonesian isle of Bintan or the resort island of Sentosa.
Bintan Island is a tropical place fringed with crystal blue waters and white sand. Situated off the south east coast of Singapore it is reachable in only 45 minutes by ferry.
Sentosa Island is just 15 minutes from downtown Singapore. Offering everything from sandy beaches and water activities to bushwalking and golf. An island escape, just a stone’s throw away from the city.
So come and experience all that Singapore has to offer.
Traveller’s Secrets
Where to Shop
Lucky Plaza Shopping Centre
304 Orchard Road
Located next to the Marriott hotel, this is one of the oldest shopping centres along Orchard Road. There are a large range of goods from fashion wear and jewellery to electronics and homewares.
Sin Lim Shopping Centre
1 Rochor Road
For electronics and electrical appliances this is the place to head. Four floors of shops with stereos, DVD players, cameras, video cameras and more. Be sure to shop around for the best deal.
CHIJMES
30 Victoria Street
A national heritage site with cobblestone courtyards, you will find ethnic stores with handicrafts, jewellery and homewares among other things. There is also a choice of restaurants, cafes and wine bars too.
Centrepoint
176 Orchard Road
Among the largest and most popular shopping centres in Singapore. Here you will find Robinsons & Co department store and Marks & Spencer. You will also find a range of specialist stores within the complex.
Where to Eat
The Line
Lower Lobby,
Tower Wing,
Shangri-La Hotel
This is a stylish, contemporary and chic restaurant with open kitchen design concept. Serving international cuisine, there are 16 culinary stations with an amazing choice of food to delight your tastebuds.
East Coast Seafood Centre
East Coast Parkway
If seafood is your fare, then this is the place to go. Set by the water, the centre is open from around 5pm daily and there is a selection of seafood restaurants to choose from.
Newton Circus Hawker Centre
Newton Circus
Convenient to Newton MRT this famous hawker centre is frequented by locals and tourists alike. You will find a large range of local cuisines to choose from.
Kinara
57 Boat Quay
This Indian restaurant was once a Chinese shophouse that has been renovated. Enjoy spicy North Indian curries whilst over looking the river.
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