Most travellers at some point find themselves on flights to Singapore on the way to somewhere else. But Singapore is worth more than a quick stopover. Beyond the modern glass skyscrapers, shopping malls and pristine streets, there is a more traditional side to Singapore and much to do and see if you take the time to explore what the country has to offer. Visitors can be sent back to a time when feng shui was a way of life and not a fad, when dining was a ritual of formal tea ceremonies and history lessons. Singapore embraces its ancient culture and its Chinese, Malay and Indian roots.
Walk through the Historic District and explore the sights of Chinatown, treating yourself to an authentic Chinese dinner. Lash out and spend the money you saved on a cheap flight in the mammoth Yue Hwa shopping centre or head to the famous Orchard Road shopping strip. If you have a few days to spare, take a ferry to some of the surrounding islands, including Kusu Island, St John's Island and Palau Ubin.