Spectacular Singapore

Sigh...Speechless..

Oct.15-19, 2014

[Malaysia-Singapore Trip]

It only took us about an hour plane ride from KLIA2 to Changi Airport. Here we are getting to ride the train that would take us to our lovely home in the City.

Train seats were super clean and comfy.

Places to stay in Singapore are not cheap so I made sure I researched for the best backpackers place for us that fits our budget. Thanks to tripadvisor, we found the best..the Beary Best! ;P This quaint accommodation was very clean, full of cutesy reminders and notes. We loved it there and we only had to walk a few minutes to get to the Chinatown metro station. Ever since KL, we thought it best to travel by train. Not only does it get to places really fast, it also allows us to brush elbows with the locals and tourists. So for starters, we decided to have our city (night) tour immediately after check-in.

Oh how lovely Singapore is! When we arrived at the city center, we were greeted by endless skyscrapers. Each, seemingly trying to compete with each other.

Left: Singapore Flyer: an observation wheel built in 2005 and it stands about 165 meters high.This gigantic wheel has capsules that could hold 28 people at a time.  It provides an awesome view of Marina Bay's skyline as well as an experience you'll never forget.
Right: Lotus-shaped Art Science Museum: built to coalesce art and science. 

[Daytime photo]
We didn't get to visit the museum itself but we're sure it's just as marvelous as its external appearance. I've read that the open lotus design allows it to collect rain water which is further recycled to be of use for the building. That which is a testament of how this amazing museum aims to promote environmental sustainability.

Ahhh yes....THE Marina Bay Sands Hotel..boasting of elegance and luxury right in the heart of Singapore. You can't miss this one. It demands attention and it has a light show every night which I'm sure everyone would enjoy. 

[Daytime photo..please excuse the DIY couple shot ;)]

During our day time stroll, we went inside the shopping area at the foot of MBS Hotel and we were greeted by luxurious cosmetic and fashion brands. We only stayed there for a while because we were not so keen on shopping. Maybe next time when our wallets are thicker..wink wink!

We proceeded to the top floor of the shopping center and voila! There are actual trees here!

Another engineering  masterpiece that we have seen in the Lion City is the Helix bridge. Sources say it is inspired by the geometric arrangement of DNA. It serves as a pedestrian bridge linking Marina Center with Marina South in the Bay area.

Spectacular indeed!

We were overwhelmed with the tourist attractions at the Marina that we forgot that we have not seen the great Merlion yet. So we walked our way through the thick crowd and went in search for it. Our landmark was the sophisticated Fullerton Bay Hotel. With aching feet and a little luck we have finally found it...

The Merlion!!! It stands more than 8 meters high and almost always surrounded by tourists. This iconic structure has the head of a lion and a body of a fish. It is said that the fish body symbolizes Singapore's origin as a fishing village and the lion being from the original name Singapura meaning "lion city".

We enjoyed our photo session so much we got so hungry after. Thank goodness there's a food junction nearby.

Now that our tummies our full, we did some more walking and exploring.  

This is the Esplanade- Theaters on the Bay: located at the mouth of the Singapore river this durian-shaped structure houses the performing arts. I'm sure it is as splendid inside.

We walked further and discovered Marina's exciting night life.We then capped the night off with the lights show from the marvelous Marina Bay Sands Hotel.

 Hurry and visit Singapore!
Coming up: Universal Studios Singapore ;P