Solo in Singapore (Feb 2006)



I have always thought of creating a photo blog of the places I visit but never got down to it ..Here's a shot at it ..


I discovered Singapore with a map in hand, a camera and lots of walking and MRT rides.

Going to Singapore has been made easy for Indians, with Visa on Arrival and various
Singapore Stop Over Holiday options available

There are also some good budget hotels for backpackers and budget travellers . Backpackers can stay in a dorm starting SD$17 .I was staying in a hotel near the Singapore, Bugis MRT. The place is really convenient is centrally located, has lots of eating joints and shops.
I would suggest checking in your lugagge at the LEFT Luggage Section at the Changi Airport and taking the MRT from the airport to your destination.



Here are some city sights(you might want to visit the National Philatelic Museum if you are philately enthusiast!!)
Singapore City Sights

A trip to singapore must include this trip down the marvellous National Orchid Garden..(best part of my stay, a must see)

National Orchid Garden

You can also see a wide variety of birds at Jurong Bird ParkJurong Bird Park

I also took the Night Safari Ride, which was a big disappoinment!!

Traveling alone in Singapore is safe and hassle free and the people out there are really friendly .

Want to know more, check these links:
National Orchid Garden
Uniquely Singapore
Singapore StopOver Holiday
SMRT rides
Changi Airport
Bugget Hotels

Photos from this trip:

Singapore:National Orchid Garden
Singapore:City Sights
Singapore:Jurong Bird Park

Comments

Rohit Iyer said…
Hey,

Cool blog. Didn't really check this out till today. It's a good idea.

Keep posting.

-R
10:51 PM
Anuradha said…
thanks Rohit
-Anu
12:52 PM
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