5. More Frequent Flights to Singapore
Over the past year, new direct flights have made it easier
to travel to Singapore for an extended vacation. In October
2018, United Airlines started its second direct flight from San
Francisco to the Lion City. And Singapore Airlines — voted the
No. 1 airline in the world by Travel + Leisure readers — restarted
its nonstop service between Singapore and San Francisco, in
addition to service from Newark Liberty International Airport
to Changi Airport, making it the world’s longest nonstop
commercial flight. The airline relaunched these nonstop flights
five years after they were cut because they had become too
expensive. And for travelers who don’t enjoy layovers, this
provides a direct flight option and easier access to Singapore.
6. No Language Barrier for English-Speaking Tourists
American businessmen and women may feel more at home in
Singapore because English is a primary or secondary language.
You can visit this exotic destination without the hassle of dealing
with a language barrier. Although Mandarin, Malay and Tamil
are the three official languages of Singapore, the city-state
made the top three of an annual ranking in English proficiency
conducted by English education company EF Education First.
And knowing that locals speak English fluently usually puts
American tourists at ease when it comes to asking for directions
to popular attractions, trying new food on a restaurant menu
or chatting with the locals to find off-the-beaten-path spots.
A language barrier can be a deal-breaker for some tourists,
but you don’t need to worry about that when traveling to
Singapore. Visiting this country provides tourists with an
amazing opportunity to immerse themselves in Singapore’s rich
history and multi-ethnic cultures.
Marina Bay Sands Resort
Rooftop Infinity Pool
7. Indulge in an Immersive Cultural Experience
Year-round, travelers visit Singapore for its iconic attractions
that make it uniquely different from other popular travel
destinations. So, if you have some extra time during or after
your business trip, consider a visit to the $5.5 billion Marina
Bay Sands complex — the focal point of the bay — where
there’s a science museum, casino and various shopping, dining
and nightlife options for tourists. And you can’t miss out on
taking a dip in the infinity pool at the luxurious Marina Bay
Sands Resort or being mesmerized by the jaw-dropping views
from the resort’s rooftop — the perfect spot for watching the
spectacular light show every night at 8 p.m.
Another spectacular attraction that lights up the night sky
is the colorful Gardens by the Bay, a 250-acre futuristic park
with a Supertree Grove providing an impressive skywalk over
gardens and climate-controlled greenhouses. Couples looking
for an intimate spot for cocktails or dinner with a spectacular
view should consider dining at IndoChine, located at the top of
the tallest Supertree.
Visit the Singapore Botanic Gardens, celebrating its 160th
anniversary this year. The Gardens — Singapore’s first UNESCO
World Heritage Site — has a four-core concept: a heritage
core retaining the old favorites and charms of the historic
Gardens (Tanglin), the tourist belt of the Gardens (Central), the
educational and discovery zone (Bukit Timah), and the Learning
Forest, designed to integrate the Gardens’ existing rainforest
to form an enlarged forest habitat. In addition to its historical
landmarks, the Gardens has a National Orchid Garden that
includes an Orchid Checkerboard and a Celebrity Orchid
Garden. And the beauty of these world-renowned gardens is
that they’re centrally located in the heart of Singapore, which
claims the name “City in the Garden” honestly.
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