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May 12, 2009

Practical Informations

Electronics and Appliances
Don’t forget to check your appliances for voltage compatibility. Singapore uses 230 Volts, 50 Hertz and Three Flat pins plug known as Type G Plug. You can purchase adapters for other shapes of plugs but you will need a voltage transformer to change the voltage or support 60 Hertz Appliance.


Travelling Around By Public Transport
The public transport system in Singapore is efficient and convenient as the Government of Singapore promote its use over private transport. Buses, MRT (Train) and Taxi will bring you around the island affordably.

Travelling by bus is easy in Singapore as detailed Bus information will be available at major bus stops. You can also choose to plan your route or find out about individual bus service information by visiting the SBS Transit and SMRT Bus Website.

MRT & LRT train services connects the island and allow you to get to major town hubs conveniently. Visit the SMRT website for maps and travelling details.

Taxis are plentiful in Singapore. Taxi fares will be charged according to meters and will be subjected to surcharges like peak hour, airport surcharge, city area surcharge, midnight charges and more. Surcharges and fares varies slightly between different taxi companies. You can also choose to book taxis in advance. Comfort is one of the most popular taxi companies and there are various ways to book a taxi with them. Visit their website for more information.


Driving In Singapore
Similar to British Colonies, Singapore cars are right-hand drive. You would be allowed to register your left-hand drive cars if you choose to bring it with you unless based on a diplomatic exemption.

Buying and owning a car in Singapore can be expensive. You will need to pay for a Certificate of Entitlement (COE) when you buy a car and if you drive around there will be Electronic Road Pricing (ERP) charges you will need to pay beside parking fees.

Driving License
If you are planning to be in Singapore for less than 12 months, you will not require a Singapore license and can drive with your home country license. An International Driving Permit is required if your license isn’t in English.

Should you be staying more than 12 months, conversion of your license to a Singapore License is require before the end of your 12 months stay in Singapore.

Useful Links on Driving


Food In Singapore
Singaporeans are passionate about food and eating. Look around and the proof is everywhere! Almost in every corner of the island, you will find an endless variety of food, served hot or cold, at any hour of the day (or night)! In this cosmopolitan and multicultural city, you can expect nothing less than a melange of flavours from around the globe. It’s not just East-meets-West when it comes to feasting in Singapore ? it is a tasty tale about a country’s unique cultural tapestry woven in with its distinct influences to capture the essence of Singapore’s multicultural heritage.

Are you ready? Let’s embark on a gastronomic journey of local fare that uniquely distinguishes Singapore as a food capital of Asia.

Singapore Food Festival and other Food Events will keep your taste buds satisfied all year round.

There are aplenty of food deliveries around the island for lazy Sunday afternoons and parties. Mcdonald’s delivers 24 hours a day via Online or dial 6777 3777.

Food Delivery

Check out Mouthwatering Reviews by Some of Singapore’s Top Food Blogs

Online Supermarket


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Posted by Jansen Chua at Tuesday, May 12, 2009
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