Wicked Travels Fall Issue 2014 | Page 44

Looking For a Fabulous View of the City?

DON'T follow the crowds to the Singapore Flyer.....

Why Not? Yes, this may be the biggest observation wheel in the world. And okay, it’s bigger than the London Eye. But so what? At the end of the day the Singapore Flyer is a ferris wheel ride that costs $25 dollars for a ride. Tourists fall into the 360-degree trap because they feel it is one of the things to do when you visit Singapore. It really isn’t. Admire it from afar because it is certainly a great feat of engineering, and looking is for free.

Searching For a Refreshing Cocktail?

Don't swill down a Singapore Sling......

Why not? Again, this is a common steriotype that tourists feel they must to do. A word to the wise: do as the name suggests and sling it! The Singapore Sling is not the tastiest of cocktails. In fact to many (in the nicest way possible) it’s horrible and not up to many peoples’ tastes. To add insult to injury, the concoction isn’t cheap at $28 a glass at Raffles! And with 9 ingredients it just may leave you with a hangover.