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  • Опубліковано 28 тра 2024
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    Should you prebook Gardens by the bay? How best to visit the Marina Bay Sands Observation Deck, how to save in Singapore, where is best to stay in Singapore, Singapore attraction savings, food costs, public transport in Singapore and the best options for getting around, booking the Night Safari, Best month to visit Singapore and MUCH more!
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    00:00 Singapore Dos and Don'ts
    00:36 Gardens by the Bay Guide
    3:05 Public Transport in Singapore
    4:27 Using Card in Singapore
    5:54 Marina Bay Sands Observation Deck
    7:00 Hotels in Singapore
    8:09 When best to visit Singapore
    9:20 Night Safari Tips
    10:40 Singapore on a Budget
    12:19 What else to visit?
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 133

  • @SuitcaseMonkey
    @SuitcaseMonkey  4 місяці тому +14

    www.BetterHelp.com/suitcasemonkey for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with a therapist who will listen and help. Hopefully this video will help anyone thinking of visiting Singapore this year. I've made a written PDF version of this video linked in the description above. Any questions, let me know!

  • @zeynepkisioglu6713
    @zeynepkisioglu6713 3 місяці тому +64

    I'm planning a trip to Singapore for this summer and watched like 50 videos and this was the most helpful one. Thanks!!

    • @SuitcaseMonkey
      @SuitcaseMonkey  3 місяці тому +1

      Enjoy!

    • @kiransajan697
      @kiransajan697 2 місяці тому

      @@skwb1973 Since you are a local, could you please tell if we should consider visiting Singapore in the month of June. Will rainfall ruin our plans? When does it rain there? Google has mixed answers so wish to know from a local

    • @mohdshahnawaz7238
      @mohdshahnawaz7238 Місяць тому +1

      Mee too

  • @hello_nice_to_meet_you555
    @hello_nice_to_meet_you555 Місяць тому +3

    If you think buses arnt crowded, you havent seen buses when they are CROWDED. As a student, the best example is after school, if the bus stop is very close. Especially the buses to popular shopping malls like NEX.

  • @salsabilafebiani3771
    @salsabilafebiani3771 3 місяці тому +3

    Thank you for making such a compact explanation first-timers need to know!

  • @astrolingus
    @astrolingus 4 місяці тому +22

    The best travel site! Detailed, organized, done on an I-phone- wow! Your snarky British humor is the icing on the travel cake.

  • @mirzaabdullah8331
    @mirzaabdullah8331 13 днів тому +1

    finding it really helpful. THANKYOU !!

  • @Kkodaki
    @Kkodaki 3 місяці тому +1

    Your information is super helpful thx❤❤❤

  • @autumncarolynnphotography
    @autumncarolynnphotography 29 днів тому +1

    We are going to Singapore and I can't wait! Thanks for this informative video!!

  • @dominiquends
    @dominiquends 21 день тому

    Awesome video with great tips. Thank you!!

  • @user-hv8uk4dg1y
    @user-hv8uk4dg1y 10 днів тому

    Thank you so much for this, the guide is going to be really helpfull!

  • @YaroslavKutukov
    @YaroslavKutukov 4 місяці тому +14

    Once again great video and TONS of useful information! Thank You very much!

    • @SuitcaseMonkey
      @SuitcaseMonkey  4 місяці тому

      Much appreciated. Hope the tips help one day.

  • @user-cm8eb8cx8v
    @user-cm8eb8cx8v 3 місяці тому

    Thank your for your informative video

  • @angelinesagad8897
    @angelinesagad8897 16 днів тому

    super helpful!!! thank you ❤❤❤

  • @Catherineb1212
    @Catherineb1212 3 місяці тому

    I just got back from Singapore and Malaysia and had a wonderful time.

  • @stevenallan3078
    @stevenallan3078 3 місяці тому

    Great stuff! Brief and entertaining.

  • @akankshapatel-ht3cy
    @akankshapatel-ht3cy 4 місяці тому +9

    Love your blogs! I am heading to Singapore and Malaysia this September so, these places to visit and explore are ever so helpful. Always look forward to watching your blogs as I am a big travel fan myself. 🙂

  • @rolandomichel2070
    @rolandomichel2070 4 місяці тому +9

    Paul! Wonderful as always, concise and informative.
    Very welcome data, as a visit here is on the agenda.
    You never fail to entertain and illuminate! Carry on...

  • @JuanAlmighty
    @JuanAlmighty 8 днів тому

    great guide and info!

  • @OneMoreVacation
    @OneMoreVacation 3 місяці тому +1

    Loved that video❤

  • @TouristTravelPK
    @TouristTravelPK 3 місяці тому

    beautiful video. Good luck to you❤

  • @myadira1
    @myadira1 4 місяці тому +4

    I can’t like this enough, I loved it so much!
    Thank you for all the Info.

  • @costasworldofmusicmemories5792
    @costasworldofmusicmemories5792 4 місяці тому +3

    Your Travel Guides have hit all the right notes as always. We have been to Singapore. Truly an amazing city of green open spaces and amazing buildings. You guys rock. Thank you for sharing . Sending you best wishes from Richmond, Va. 👍👍👍Jim and Harriet

  • @chinoyhealingfoodstravels8888
    @chinoyhealingfoodstravels8888 3 місяці тому +2

    Greetings from Redondo Beach CA 🇺🇸. Lots of changes since I was there in 1999. Nice video. Cheers 🥂

  • @melh2333
    @melh2333 4 місяці тому +1

    Great video! Would love a guide on Universal as I am considering travelling to Singapore later this year

  • @PommesPartyxD
    @PommesPartyxD 4 місяці тому +2

    Thank you for this super helpful video and all the links provided! Our first trip to Singapore starts in about 2 weeks so this comes in very handy!

  • @marceldiaz7800
    @marceldiaz7800 3 місяці тому +1

    Great video mate

  • @VisitSingapore
    @VisitSingapore 4 місяці тому +2

    Love your detailed guide!!

  • @mariojsworld
    @mariojsworld 4 місяці тому +1

    Nice Singapore guide.

  • @HannahRicketts
    @HannahRicketts 4 місяці тому +5

    Amazing video as always!! Now I want to go!!! 🎉 can’t wait to see more from your travels ✈️

  • @tonyross4043
    @tonyross4043 4 місяці тому +4

    Thank, you , heading to Singapore for the 1st time in August/September and this has been awesome with some great tips.

  • @nirvanaramdin9811
    @nirvanaramdin9811 3 місяці тому +1

    Thank you for an awesome video. Singapore is so stunning

  • @sangeetapatnaik
    @sangeetapatnaik 2 місяці тому +1

    Thank you for specifying the food centre that was shot for the movie crazy rich Asians. I too am a fan of that movie and really wanted to visit the food centre but didn’t knew the name. 😊 I m definitely going there.

  • @vandervandervilt576
    @vandervandervilt576 2 місяці тому

    Informative & useful

  • @mum_with_the_peacock_tattoo
    @mum_with_the_peacock_tattoo 4 місяці тому +5

    It might just be that I’m dead inside!!!! 😂😂😂 love your videos!

  • @exploringechoes
    @exploringechoes 3 місяці тому +1

    Nice places to explore ❤

  • @FreshRichi
    @FreshRichi 4 місяці тому +3

    This looks great, bro bro! Definitely using your video as a guide when I eventually visit here one day. Hope you’re keeping well man!
    Bless!!! 🎹💙🖖🏾

  • @colette-tj2gk
    @colette-tj2gk 4 місяці тому +2

    This was super helpful! I hadn't heard about the city pass before and it looks great :)

    • @SuitcaseMonkey
      @SuitcaseMonkey  4 місяці тому +1

      Check out the first video if you haven’t seen it already which goes more into what to see with the pass

    • @colette-tj2gk
      @colette-tj2gk 4 місяці тому +1

      I really enjoyed it, great video!@@SuitcaseMonkey

  • @uss_04
    @uss_04 4 місяці тому +1

    Perfect timing for my current trip in Singapore

  • @WheresAndri
    @WheresAndri 4 місяці тому +7

    "How to get Marina bay top for free" - this is from where i'm in 😀. Amazing city, which i dream about. Thanks for the tour!

    • @SuitcaseMonkey
      @SuitcaseMonkey  4 місяці тому

      Gotta love the hacks!

    • @WheresAndri
      @WheresAndri 4 місяці тому +1

      @@SuitcaseMonkey how did you like Singapore compared to other cities that have grown so fast? Is everything really feels so wonderful and atmospheric? Doesn't it fell like "unnatural", like Dubai?

    • @SuitcaseMonkey
      @SuitcaseMonkey  4 місяці тому +1

      I haven’t been to Dubai but from what I can tell, I’d say no. Dubai to my understanding has a lot of expats in which is true of SG also but it’s also very lived in by its locals. Anyone else want to elaborate please do…

    • @WheresAndri
      @WheresAndri 4 місяці тому +1

      @@SuitcaseMonkey Actually, i've never been to Dubai either 🥲. It's just for example. I mean Singapore according to your both videos looks really friendly for walking and just living. While Dubai looks pretty hostile for a guy without a car. Anyway, thanks for your opinion.

  • @benyeong5378
    @benyeong5378 4 місяці тому +2

    I LOVE your video, I had just subscribed to your channel and like your video. I will keep support your channel.

    • @SuitcaseMonkey
      @SuitcaseMonkey  4 місяці тому

      Thanks Ben it’s much appreciated. Welcome! I only make around 12 videos a year so hope you enjoy the back catalogue until the next one.

  • @blacksorrento4719
    @blacksorrento4719 3 місяці тому +2

    Thank you, for your great tips, concise and to the point. We will be there 27/2 for 5 days. Feel like we have a better handle on things to see and do, plus the all too important cost of things and how to save $👍😊

  • @Pixar_123
    @Pixar_123 Місяць тому +1

    thank you so much! I was so confused what to do but thanks to you I finally have an idea
    Thank you so much suitcase monkey or what your name is

  • @dennyhalim8054
    @dennyhalim8054 2 місяці тому +1

    easy subs and like, superb video!

  • @taniaho
    @taniaho 4 місяці тому +1

    Yes to universal studio tips please!

  • @anthonettec.2203
    @anthonettec.2203 2 місяці тому

    I wish I saw this a month ago before my SG trip last week

  • @SimpleCooking-gz9tz
    @SimpleCooking-gz9tz 4 місяці тому +2

    Nice 👍👍👍

  • @Marchbook
    @Marchbook 11 днів тому

    Visiting after 13 also solo...hopefully It will be fun

  • @shayajain8264
    @shayajain8264 3 місяці тому +2

    Woah its so helpful! Im traveling to Singapore in 2 weeks and i didnt know some places required cash...will get some! Thanks for this information

    • @dominiquends
      @dominiquends 21 день тому

      How was your trip? Did you use the cash? I'm thinking about only taking cards

    • @shayajain8264
      @shayajain8264 21 день тому +1

      In some places yes, cash is not that much required but in small places it is, best to take on the safe side

  • @etoykicau74
    @etoykicau74 2 місяці тому

    Pemandangan yang sangat bagus❤❤❤🎉🎉

  • @allee541
    @allee541 4 місяці тому +1

    Great to see an update video on Singapore. I am heading there in July, I was unsure if I would have time for the night safari but I now think I will make time. With the transport am I correct that you are using your normal bank card? and you tap on and as you get off? so you don't get charged twice? Just want to be sure I know what I am doing. Thanks for the info.

    • @SuitcaseMonkey
      @SuitcaseMonkey  4 місяці тому

      Yes just using bank card and tapping on and off with same card and on and off for buses too

  • @user-kp4nv3vt2m
    @user-kp4nv3vt2m 9 днів тому

    This was the easiest way to understand about singapore

  • @vtntanvt4389
    @vtntanvt4389 4 місяці тому +1

    Top attraction is the Sg icon at the Merlion park..opposite mbs

    • @SuitcaseMonkey
      @SuitcaseMonkey  4 місяці тому

      It was closed when we went unfortunately…

  • @martinkoitmae6655
    @martinkoitmae6655 3 місяці тому

    Hello! Can you do a travel video about Estonia🇪🇪?

  • @antoniomorais1503
    @antoniomorais1503 2 місяці тому

    Hello,
    Great video !
    Which areas do you recommend to stay/budget near convenience stores, street food markets, attractions and public transportation ?
    Thank you so much.
    Take care !

    • @SuitcaseMonkey
      @SuitcaseMonkey  2 місяці тому +1

      Hey thanks. I cover this a little in the video and also provide some alternative hotel suggestions on the free PDF link I provide in the description

  • @Xanderxevade
    @Xanderxevade Місяць тому +2

    Extra Tip: If your going to Singapore for 2+ Days bring more 300 SGD

  • @adriannaborsalini285
    @adriannaborsalini285 2 місяці тому

    Thank you, excellent video! the only thing I was trying to look for the Marina skybar and seems that is not avail anymore :(

    • @SuitcaseMonkey
      @SuitcaseMonkey  2 місяці тому

      Ce La Vie? I’ve just been to their site (linked below in the description) and I could book a table?

    • @adriannaborsalini285
      @adriannaborsalini285 2 місяці тому

      @@SuitcaseMonkey possible to book at the restaurant and the club lounge (maybe the skybar is part of the club lounge?)

  • @Unplugged704
    @Unplugged704 Місяць тому +1

    Thanks for the list.
    Train from airport 1 hour. 😮😮
    How long is it for Grab/taxi ride to Marina Bay Sands?

  • @akshitgoel1183
    @akshitgoel1183 3 місяці тому +1

    Hi Paul!! Thanks for this great content. Could you also advice me how should I plan my Singapore to Malaysia travel via bus. I am 5 days in Singapore and 2 days in Malaysia.

    • @SuitcaseMonkey
      @SuitcaseMonkey  3 місяці тому

      Hey thanks. Hmm. We didn’t take the bus so have no idea but I’m sure google will have the answer

    • @mkngpauline
      @mkngpauline 2 місяці тому

      You can take a coach from S'pore direct to any of the Msian cities quite cheaply. You can book online Spore-Msian bus or go to any local travel offices around chinatown shopping malls to buy your tickets.

    • @mkngpauline
      @mkngpauline 2 місяці тому +1

      If you just want to go Johor Bahru, the nearest state from Spore, public transport bus 170 or the yellow Msian bus Cws go there every few mins

  • @shrustidoshi7792
    @shrustidoshi7792 12 днів тому

    Very insightful video. We are visiting singapore and Malaysia in mid-September. Can we expect rain in this moment??

    • @SuitcaseMonkey
      @SuitcaseMonkey  12 днів тому

      I don’t know but I’m currently editing a full Malaysia vlog so keep your eyes peeled in a few weeks

  • @TravelonlineWalk
    @TravelonlineWalk 4 місяці тому +1

    Top

  • @cheyennevlog5142
    @cheyennevlog5142 2 місяці тому

    Can i purchase in the place itself for me to walk in the super tree or its better to book online?

  • @revasingh2038
    @revasingh2038 2 місяці тому

    00:00 Singapore Dos and Don'ts
    00:36 Gardens by the Bay Guide
    3:05 Public Transport in Singapore
    4:27 Using Card in Singapore
    5:54 Marina Bay Sands Observation Deck
    7:00 Hotels in Singapore
    8:09 When best to visit Singapore
    9:20 Night Safari Tips
    10:40 Singapore on a Budget
    12:19 What else to visit?

  • @cheyennevlog5142
    @cheyennevlog5142 2 місяці тому

    Whats the app you use using phone?

  • @alensaputra8037
    @alensaputra8037 Місяць тому

    Assalamualaikum wrb🙏(QS Yunus ayat-65-64-63-62-61)

  • @snehashishghosh364
    @snehashishghosh364 Місяць тому

    Can we use contactless credit cards issued from India for travelling?

  • @palmtide
    @palmtide 4 місяці тому +2

    The video has recorded the main attractions.

  • @kimpenaflor1465
    @kimpenaflor1465 4 місяці тому +2

    Where can I get the pdf guide! that will mean a lot to us!

    • @SuitcaseMonkey
      @SuitcaseMonkey  3 місяці тому

      It’s linked in the videos description as well as through the on screen QR code that appears twice

  • @rebeccacarlin6103
    @rebeccacarlin6103 3 місяці тому

    Do you know the name of the dark-colored hotel across the street from the hotel you stayed? I’m trying to figure out the name of the swanky hotel that I was put up in for free when something went wrong with my connecting flight. I remember the dark-colored facade of the building, and the very high ceiling in the room where the breakfast buffet was served. It was easily the fanciest place I have ever stayed.

  • @tanviaher4028
    @tanviaher4028 17 секунд тому

    Can you please explain The Ce La Vi rooftop Bar hack in detail. Can we book online or direct? online it shows 400 dollars T_T please help

  • @sunusimuhammad9104
    @sunusimuhammad9104 2 місяці тому

    Am trying to travel so that I can practice elot a bout this

  • @boris7098
    @boris7098 2 місяці тому

    i was in singapore in february 2023 and you don´t need to prebook a tickets in gardens by the bay....just go at 9 am and enjoy without crowds

  • @TheOrionOracle
    @TheOrionOracle 3 місяці тому

    🥳🥳“Man cannot discover new oceans unless he has the courage to lose sight of the shore.” - Andre Gide🥳🥳

  • @scottford6055
    @scottford6055 3 місяці тому

    Is there a train from the airport to the city central?

  • @izzyiglesias5215
    @izzyiglesias5215 2 місяці тому

    I am going to singapore nextmonth, what was the tap ezlink? I was gunna use the card but i saw the phone u used. How is that?

    • @flightsimulater12
      @flightsimulater12 2 місяці тому +2

      if your phone has apple pay or google pay, any kind of NFC payment option you may use your phone to pay. your credit card may also have the contactless payment option, you can simply pay by tapping your card like visa paywave etc.

    • @izzyiglesias5215
      @izzyiglesias5215 2 місяці тому

      @@flightsimulater12 Thankyou very much for this information. 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

  • @anedemo2559
    @anedemo2559 11 днів тому

    ❤❤❤

  • @JustMe-hx9fe
    @JustMe-hx9fe 3 місяці тому

    Hai i want to ask, If we want to smoke, where are the places to smoke in Singapore ?

    • @mkngpauline
      @mkngpauline 2 місяці тому

      There are designated places everywhere outside buildings for smokers. Just dont throw the butts discriminatorily or you can be fined if caught.

  • @srhqrz4879
    @srhqrz4879 3 місяці тому

    which hotel did you stay? thank you

    • @SuitcaseMonkey
      @SuitcaseMonkey  3 місяці тому

      Hey. It’s linked in the description, top pinned comment, and through 3 QR codes that appear throughout the video

    • @srhqrz4879
      @srhqrz4879 3 місяці тому

      thank you

  • @memai_reensylvannas5545
    @memai_reensylvannas5545 3 місяці тому +1

    I love you (bark)

    • @SuitcaseMonkey
      @SuitcaseMonkey  3 місяці тому

      Thank you but why are you barking? 🐶

  • @autumntriesthings
    @autumntriesthings 3 місяці тому

    Do they accept AMEX?

  • @carolinaa.4407
    @carolinaa.4407 4 місяці тому +2

    Oh man, no singlets, then what am I supposed to wear???? 😂😂😂

  • @zowiephoebe
    @zowiephoebe 4 місяці тому +2

    I live here 😂

  • @markstevens6682
    @markstevens6682 2 місяці тому

    If you get cash before you arrive avoid $100 dollar bills, instead get $10’s and $50’s… More $10’s then $50’s!

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    @user-me8dr7ri6h 2 місяці тому

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    @RoyANACION 25 днів тому

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