Blogs from Singapore, Asia

Singapore, an island city-state located in Southeast Asia, stands as an example of harmonious coexistence between tradition and modernity. The diverse tapestry of cultures, tantalizing culinary offerings, and seamless connectivity make Singapore a haven for visitors seeking a rich travel experience. As I began exploring all its charms, I eagerly anticipated immersing myself into its dynamic landscape - so with just a few clicks online bus ticketpurchasing I secured myself for an unforgettable adventure in Lion City. As soon as I boarded the bus, my journey started with me being welcomed by sights and sounds of Singapore's bustling streets. From my window seat, I witnessed as the cityscape transformed before me into lush greenery and iconic landmarks - providing a window into its diverse neighborhoods, each boasting their own rich cultural history. A... read more

Gestern besuchte ich noch mit zwei Mitreisenden einen Schrein und einen Park im Zentrum von Siem Reap. Dort war an diesem Samstag großer Betrieb. Danach wurde ich zum neuen Flughafen der Stadt gefahren und bestieg die 737 Max 8 der Singapur Airlines. Dieses Modell war mir schon vorher suspekt und die danach gemeldeten Triebwerksprobleme machten die Sache nicht besser. Trotzdem erreichten wir Singapur Changi Airport ohne Probleme und ich stieg um in die Maschine nach München, die mich mittlerweile an meinem Wohnort abgesetzt hat. Ich versuchte noch ein regionales hochprozentiges Souvenir zu kaufen, aber die waren zum einen sehr teuer und zum anderen gab es nichts bekanntes aus der Stadt, nur Sake, Whisky, Gin und ähnliches aus der ganzen Welt. Auch der bekannte Wasserfall und der Jewel ist an diesem Flughafen nur zu besichtigen, wenn man ... read more

Tour Day 103, Cruise Day 1 – I boarded ms Westerdam in Singapore for the 28-Day Far East Discovery & China Explorer Collector cruise to Yokohama (Tokyo), Japan without any glitches and found my home for the next six weeks to be totally satisfactory. At 4:30 PM, there was the standard Sailaway Celebration that happens at the beginning of every cruise and then the standard Welcome Aboard Steak Dinner. I attended the Singles and Solo Travelers Meetup, met two ladies I had not met before and, yes, Martha. Martha and I met at the singles get together aboard ms Noordam between San Diego, California, USA and Auckland, New Zealand in late fall 2023. The singles get together on that cruise was massive by comparative standards. There were 10-12 regular attendees. During our travel–dominated conversations, Martha and ... read more

Singapore, the Lion City, is a vibrant and modern metropolis country that effortlessly blends the old with the new. From stunning skyscrapers to lush green spaces and a rich tapestry of cultures, this Southeast Asian gem offers a plethora of experiences for travelers. While the country has an immersive experience to offer, traveling to Singapore has now become easier than ever. You can simply apply for a Singapore visa online, and the e-visa gets processed in less than 5 business days. In this blog, we will unveil the top 10 experiences that make Singapore an unforgettable destination for travelers of all tastes and interests. 1. Gardens by the Bay Your Singaporean journey should begin at the iconic Gardens by the Bay. This futuristic garden features the otherwor... read more

Established by the British colonial government in the 1920s, the 200 hectare Bukit Brown Cemetery nestled in the center of Singapore is the final resting place for many of Singapore’s prominent ethnic Chinese pioneers. Rather interestingly, the class conscious British were horrified that many poor Chinese were not buried after they died, so they earmarked the lower reaches of the cemetery as a "paupers' section", while the areas higher up the hill became the domain of the bourgeois, with many of its wealthy denizens entombed in elaborate graves. From the 1970s onwards, the cemetery started falling into disuse as the descendants of the departed started dying out themselves. Nature took over, and the profile of visitors slowly transitioned from filial descendants of the deceased to birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts. In the early 2010s, Bukit Brown returned ... read more