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First time Traveling to Singapore? These Are 5 Things You Must Know

Vacationing to some developed countries is indeed one of the favorite choices for most people. One of the developed countries that travelers usually visit is Singapore. Well, the question has you been to Singapore yet?


If you are planning to travel there for the first time, you must pay attention to this article. There are 5 things that a traveler must know before a vacation to the Lion City. Curious? Come see! 

1. Have very strict rules


This is what must be understood by travelers who are for the first time to Singapore. The Singapore state is known to be very disciplined with the regulations made, even against tourists. So, to avoid doing illegal actions there you should first understand the rules. Example:
  • Littering, can be fined from 300 SGD, you know!
  • Eat and drink on public transportation such as MRT and buses, or you can be fined 500 SGD.
  • Spitting is not permissible, or you can be fined 500 SGD.
  • And there are many more rules that must be obeyed


2. Tap water can be drunk directly


Water is known as an important requirement for humans especially when doing a lot of activities such as traveling. Well, you know it's not true if in Singapore we can drink water from the tap directly without cooking!

The water is clean and hygienic, so it is safe to drink and usually the tap water is provided in public places or tourist attractions. So, bring an empty bottle so that you can refill drinking water, it's OK to save your budget. The problem is that the price of bottled mineral water in Singapore is quite expensive.

3. Transportation in Singapore


Singapore residents are basically very familiar with the name of walking. Likewise, tourists who come, don't immediately go along to walk to a place. But, the problem is that not all places can be visited on foot, right?

The solution is in public transportation provided by the Singapore government such as: MRT, LRT, buses and others. Well, for travelers themselves the most frequently used transportation seems to be MRT.

So, for information on the MRT route itself, a route map is usually provided at the MRT station and you can ask the officer or local residents for more detailed information.

4. Most locals use "Singlish"


Don't be surprised when in Singapore, you will find unique English in the style of Singaporeans. Especially if it's not Singlish or Singaporean English which is informal English that has been influenced by other languages ​​such as Malay, Hokkien and Tamil.

So, those of you who are familiar with the right English will be a little overwhelmed to understand the purpose of their words. So, before leaving, try to find references first about this singlish.

5. Recommended cheap shopping places in Singapore


Traveling is not complete if it's not accompanied by shopping, agree? But, the cost of traveling in Singapore is indeed quite expensive so it must be smart to save money. Apparently, there are various places in Singapore that are famous as cheap shopping paradise for tourists, like:

  • Bugis Street
  • Mustafa Center
  • Lucky Plaza
  • China Town
  • And others


Well, some of the places above do not sell goods with dead prices so you can bid to get the best price. So, are you ready to travel to Singapore?
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