Asia

SingaporeTravel Tips

Everything you need to know before you go.

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๐ŸฒHawker Centres
๐ŸŒณSupertrees
๐Ÿ™๏ธSkylines
๐Ÿ›๏ธMega Malls
๐ŸŒบBotanic Gardens
๐ŸฆMerlion

Peak Season

DECEMBER - FEBRUARY

Best Experience
Feels LikeTropical
Temperature24 โ€” 31ยฐC

Local patterns vary by region.

Shoulder Season

MARCH - MAY

Budget Friendly
Feels LikeTropical
Temperature25 โ€” 33ยฐC

Local patterns vary by region.

Shoulder Season

SEPTEMBER - NOVEMBER

Budget Friendly
Feels LikeTropical
Temperature25 โ€” 32ยฐC

Local patterns vary by region.

Off Season

JUNE - AUGUST

Avoid
Feels LikeMonsoon
Temperature26 โ€” 34ยฐC

Local patterns vary by region.

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Chat

WhatsApp

App
The dominant messaging app for both personal and business communication.

Telegram

App
Popular alternative messaging app with local channels.
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Money

PayNow

App
Widely used QR payment system.

YouTrip

App
Multi-currency travel wallet with favorable exchange rates.
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Utility

Google Maps

App
Essential for public transit routing and walking directions.

Citymapper

App
Excellent alternative for detailed public transport options.
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Delivery

GrabFood

App
Largest food delivery network in the country.

foodpanda

App
A strong alternative for food and grocery delivery.
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Transport

Grab

App
Primary ride-hailing and taxi app in Singapore.

Gojek

App
Alternative ride-hailing app with competitive prices.
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Travel Cards

EZ-Link

Card
Standard stored-value card for all public transit.

NETS FlashPay

Card
Alternative transit and retail payment card.
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THE DAILY TARGET

3 Premium Meals + Coffee$50.00
Daily Transport & Buffer$25.00
Activities & Entry Fees$20.00
Daily Spend Target$95.00
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TIPPING GUIDE

No specific tipping customs recorded.

"When in doubt, rounding up to the nearest bill is always a safe strategy."

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LOCAL TRANSPORT

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MRT

Single Trip
$0.6 โ€” 2
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City Bus

Single Trip
$0.75 โ€” 2
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Grab

Single Trip
$7 โ€” 25
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Airport Transfer

Single Trip
$20 โ€” 40

"Public transit (BTS/MRT) is the fastest way to bypass gridlock."

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Talk Basics

EnglishPronunciation
Hello
Sa-wat-deeSawatdee
Thank You
Khop-koonKhop Khun
Excuse Me
Kor-toadKor Toad
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Pay & Buy

EnglishPronunciation
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Eat & Drink

EnglishPronunciation
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Help & Safety

EnglishPronunciation
Help!
Chu-ay-duayChuay Duay!
Hospital
Rong-pa-ya-baanRong Phayabaan
Police
Tam-ruatTam Ruat
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Polite Refusal

EnglishPronunciation
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Utility

EnglishPronunciation
Emergency Contacts
๐Ÿšจ
Police / Tourist1155
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Medical / Ambulance1669