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Little India, A Lot to Offer
I haven't tested this theory with an actual thermometer but I reckon Little India is always a few degrees hotter than the rest of Singapore. The crowds and the pungent smell of flowers, rich curries and frying prata all contribute to this feeling....
Pongal Harvest Festival
As I was walking home through Little India tonight I stumbled upon a Hindu harvest festival from southern India called Pongal. Running from 10-19 January this year, Pongal is a festival of thanksgiving for a bountiful harvest of rice and other...
Fast food, Singapore style
When in Singapore's central business district (Raffles Place MRT stop), the best "fast food" can be found at Lau Pa Sat. This 150-year old former fish, fruit and veg market was converted into a collection of hawker food stalls in the 1970s. There...
Airport Infatuation
One of my favorite things about Singapore is undoubtedly its fantastic airport. Like the city it serves, Changi is remarkably efficient and well run. I have yet to take advantage of Terminal 3's more unique attractions - free movies, free city...
French Charm Near Club Street
Wine can be rather expensive in Singapore so for my money Le Carillon provides the best wines by the glass, charcuterie and cheese plates and atmosphere. In general, the Club Street neighborhood is a great place to find a drink - it is buzzing at...
Arab Street Shopping
The Arab Street area of Singapore is one of my favorite places to browse on a weekend. There are street stalls along the pedestrian-only street north of Bussorah Street leading up to the Mosque, tons of clothing boutiques along atmospheric Haji...
Thaipusam
Thaipusam is a festival celebrated by the Tamil community in Singapore each year. In 2011 I was invited by a friend to observe this man's preparations at a Hindu temple in Little India. After all of these little gold weights on sharp hooks were...
Birds of (a tropical) Paradise
Jurong Bird Park is probably less well known than the Singapore Zoo (which is excellent) but it is a great choice for a day out, especially with kids. If you need lunch, I would recommend eating in one of the little cafes (they have sandwiches and...
To MBS or not to MBS
If money is no object, staying near the Marina in Singapore is a great choice. On one side you have the bizarrely mesmerizing Marina Bay Sands development (pictured) which includes a hotel, casino (best avoided - the Chinese take their gambling...
