| D Chua |
05 June 2005 |
Stayed at Peninsula Excelsior Hotel - Singapore, Singapore.
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This hotel has a great location. You can reach a lot of places just by walking...like Raffles City, Clarke and Boat Quay, Suntec has a free shuttle bus that stops by the City Hall MRT station which is only 1 block away. Orchard Road is only 3 stations away. If you're really into shopping then there are a whole bunch of shops right around the hotel and FUNAN IT Mall is right behind the hotel. The Merlion is a bit far but still reachable by walking if you're not in a hurry. I even got to the hotel from the airport by taking the MRT and it only cost me $1.40.
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| A Murdoch |
31 May 2005 |
Stayed at Sheraton Towers Singapore - Singapore, Singapore.
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The night safari is a must see. Don't bother with the tour for this one - just take a taxi and pay entrance fee at the gate. There will be taxi's there when you leave - at least if you don't wait until the last minute.
Sentosa Island was OK but nothing really special. The laser show at the end was nice to watch but very crowded - get there early if you want a good seat (we ended up standing so as not to have to go to the far corners).
The citi-tour is worthwhile to get some background on Singapore and to see some of the sights.
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| J Green |
31 May 2005 |
Stayed at Sheraton Towers Singapore - Singapore, Singapore.
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The Brazil Restaurant on 6th Ave. is worth the time to visit. The food is good but a bit pricy.
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| V T.c. |
29 May 2005 |
Stayed at Broadway Hotel - Singapore, Singapore.
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recommend taking ez-link card from smrt on arrival at changi airport mrt terminal itself for $15 which will cut down travel costs drastically.
Broadway Hotel's proximity to Mustafa Shopping Centre,Little India, MRT stations Farrer Park & Little india, proximity to Sim Lim Square etc are great..!
Must see places: Chinatown,Science Centre,OMNIMax Theatre,Night Safari,Mustafa Shopping Centre.
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| J Mascola |
28 May 2005 |
Stayed at Meritus Negara Singapore - Singapore, Singapore.
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Singapore stuck me, a native New Yorker, as the most Americanized looking city in SE Asia. The shopping however was only so-so, as I can get better buys at Macy's and other NY retailers on sale days. The Hilton Hotel across the street had a great dinner buffet. There were enjoyable city tour busses offering the hop on/hop off opportunity.
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| M Mathur |
18 May 2005 |
Stayed at Broadway Hotel - Singapore, Singapore.
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Singapore is a very beautiful city. Sentosa Island specially is place worth going to. Dolphin show was amazing. The musical fountain and the laser show was breathtaking.
We had also been to Night Safari and Jurong Bird Park.
It is very easy to reach places at Singapore. The maps and directions are very clear. One does not need any help. MRT network covers the complete place.
We generally use to take MRT and then bus if required to reach the destination.
We regret that we could not see the mucical fountain (Fountain of wealth) as it was closed for maintenance during that period.
We would always cherish the memories of our Singapore Trip. it no wonder is a great place to visit.
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| E Leung |
16 May 2005 |
Stayed at Keong Saik Hotel - Singapore, Singapore.
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I was fortunate to have a good local friend to show me around. I must say 3 to 4 days in singapore is more than enough. I practically saw most singapore in 3 days.
But a few places that most should not miss out when they're in Singapore are
1) the night safari
2) drinks at boat quay or clarke quay
3) a visit to the merlion statue
4) a stroll down orchard road if shopping is your thing
- (try to avoid to have the singapore sling at raffles hotel, most other local bars offer that drink if you really want to try it)
Be safe and have fun all!!
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| T Wong |
15 May 2005 |
Stayed at Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel - Singapore, Singapore.
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Location is ideal. Great World City shopping centre just across the road. The 'clubbing' night life is just across the river, 5 minutes walk. Be it city or river view the view from your room is fantastic. Cafe Brios serves a wonderful buffet. But it was the top-notch service from all hotel staff front-line & back office that was the most relaxing part of our stay.
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| S Kent |
12 May 2005 |
Stayed at Scarlet, The - Singapore, Singapore.
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The hotel is right in Chinatown and the hawker stands. The MRT station was a 10 minute walk. To walk to the river with its bars and restaurants about 15 minutes. Taxis are cheap, as is the MRT: get an ez-link card that covers the cost of the MRT and the bus. The credit on the card is valid for 7 years and is transferable!
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| D Andersson |
10 May 2005 |
Stayed at Tristar Inn Singapore - Singapore, Singapore.
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I mostly went for walks in Joo Chiat Street and adjoining areas. This is the area of Singapore with the most traditional feel, owing to the mixture of renovated shophouses and open-air hawker centers, small restaurants, stores, and karaoke places. Prices are about 20% lower than at Boat Quay or Orchard Road, and most people in the area are locals. Highly recommended.
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