Oddities That Can Only Be Discovered In Singapore

Published on 01/05/2023
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Marina Bay Sands

You must be a hotel guest to enjoy the pool facilities on the Marina Bay Sands’ rooftop. This is the most impressive hotel swimming pool. The views from the summit are stunning, and some believe they are worth the price of the hotel room. If these hotel rates are out of your pricing range, try getting a Skypark Observation Deck ticket instead. There are restaurants, bars, and the same breathtaking city views; it is well worth the money.

Marina Bay Sands

Marina Bay Sands

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Figure It Out!

We’re not sure if this is due to laziness or efficiency, but if you want to move around in Singapore, you’ll need to learn their local codes. Locals have a large vocabulary of abbreviations and verbal shortcuts. Here are some examples to assist you grasp what we’re saying and get you started learning what street signs signify. SGH is an abbreviation for Singapore General Hospital (if you need a hospital when visiting, check for SGH), ERP is an abbreviation for Electronic Road Pricing, and GSS is an abbreviation for Great Singapore Sale. That makes perfect sense.

Go Figure It Out

Figure It Out!

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