Wednesday, June 8, 2011

Singapore, the Small City-State that Can

Singapore, the Small City-State that Can. As you go through the world’s most awarded airport or passes by traffic in the efficient bus system, you’ll quickly realize that this place is no traffic-snarled Manila. Walk along the fashion paradise of Orchard Road, one of Singapore’s many extravagant shopping hotspots and enjoy its multi-racial, multi-ethnic culture glamoured with luxurious Singapore hotels, fancy shopping, local food delights and clubbing indulgences.

Smack in the growing stretch of Orchard Road, 313@Somerset has gained renowned popularity amongst the locals. The reason is easy to see, with retail favorites such as Forever 21, Zara and Cotton On crowning its front door facade. Located right above the Somerset MRT station, they also host three underground levels of restaurants, snack bars and cafes, offering food selections that satisfy varying palates. Where else in the world can you see the Chinese superstition, the Indian tradition and the Muslim halal food all in a day, against the backdrop of Western open-mindedness?

There is more to this little red dot than skyscraper shopping centers and concrete walkways. The city-state is bursting with world-class attractions such as the country’s first integrated casino resort, and Asia’s first Universal Studio housed at the beach island of Sentosa. This island backyard also plays host to the world’s very first Night Safari, its famed Rainforest Zoo, the Jurong Bird Park and nature reserves, all of which, evergreen for activities all year round.

Once you are done with them, hit the town, eat, shop, drink and party all through the night. Go towards Clarke Quay, one of the hottest entertainment area in town for a night of eating and drinking. A huge area of remodeled and renovated warehouses are now host to numerous trendy restaurants and glamorous watering holes. There are also moored boats that have been renovated into floating pubs and restaurants. On the weekends Clarke Quay is always packed with a wide range of crowds, from the business travelers, adult bar-goers, to the teenage crowds frequenting the various cafes, to the fashionistas out to light up the night.

Finally, if you are looking for a more relaxing, up-scale and luxurious atmosphere, head towards Dempsey Hill. This is a  paradise of gourmet treats smack at the doorstep of Singapore’s happening Orchard Road. The Dempsey Hill is a famed hangout spot for young adults looking for the perfect escapade from the hustle and bustle of the city. Over here, a galore of restaurants, galleries, furniture and lifestyle retail stores, bars and cafes will keep you entertained through the night.r 21, Zara and Cotton On crowning its front door facade. Located right above the Somerset MRT station, they also host three underground levels of restaurants, snack bars and cafes, offering food selections that satisfy varying palates. Where else in the world can you see the Chinese superstition, the Indian tradition and the Muslim halal food all in a day, against the backdrop of Western open-mindedness?

There is more to this little red dot than skyscraper shopping centers and concrete walkways. The city-state is bursting with world-class attractions such as the country’s first integrated casino resort, and Asia’s first Universal Studio housed at the beach island of Sentosa. This island backyard also plays host to the world’s very first Night Safari, its famed Rainforest Zoo, the Jurong Bird Park and nature reserves, all of which, evergreen for activities all year round.

Once you are done with them, hit the town, eat, shop, drink and party all through the night. Go towards Clarke Quay, one of the hottest entertainment area in town for a night of eating and drinking. A huge area of remodeled and renovated warehouses are now host to numerous trendy restaurants and glamorous watering holes. There are also moored boats that have been renovated into floating pubs and restaurants. On the weekends Clarke Quay is always packed with a wide range of crowds, from the adult bar-goers, to the teenage crowds frequenting the various cafes, to the fashionistas out to light up the night. Travel smart and scour the web for the best prices, compare from over 1,000,000 Singapore hotel prices at SmartHotelComparison.com

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