Bus Fare Singapore is calculated according to the distance travelled and the passenger’s fare category. Adults usually pay less with an EZ-Link card, SimplyGo or a contactless bank card than with cash, while eligible students, seniors and passengers with disabilities receive concessionary rates.The system covers regular public bus journeys across Singapore, including feeder and trunk…
West Coast Park Singapore is a popular outdoor spot in the western part of the island, with space for children to play, friends to gather and visitors to enjoy a slower day outdoors. Its Adventure Playground, cycling routes, Marsh Garden and seafront walking areas offer plenty of ways to spend a few hours without planning…
Singapore has museums for almost every interest, from Southeast Asian art and local history to science exhibits, traditional crafts and interactive experiences for children. The best museums in Singapore depend on what you want to explore and how much time you have. Some are ideal for a relaxed afternoon in the Civic District, while others…
Planning a trip to Japan from Singapore? Check the Japan plug type before packing your chargers. Japan mainly uses Type A electrical outlets, with some Type B sockets, while Singapore uses Type G plugs with three rectangular pins. There’s also a voltage difference: Japan supplies 100V electricity compared with Singapore’s 230V. So, your usual Singapore…
Johor Bahru (JB) is a popular cross-border getaway for Singaporeans, sitting just across the Causeway. It works well for a quick JB day trip or a relaxed weekend getaway, with shopping malls, Malaysian food, heritage streets and family attractions all within reach. But where should you go first, and how much time should you set…
A good pineapple tart has two things going for it: a buttery, crumbly pastry and a sweet-and-tangy pineapple filling that holds its shape. This pineapple tart recipe shows you how to make both at home, from cooking fresh pineapple into a thick jam to preparing an easy pastry dough. Singapore-style pineapple tarts are especially popular…
Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve is a 202-hectare nature reserve in northwest Singapore, known for its mangroves, mudflats, ponds, forests and rich wildlife. It is also Singapore’s first ASEAN Heritage Park and an important stop for migratory birds travelling along the East Asian-Australasian Flyway.Unlike Singapore’s city attractions, a visit here is more about slowing down and…
Old Airport Road Food Centre is more than a place to grab a cheap meal. It is one of those Singapore hawker centres where decades-old food traditions, neighbourhood regulars and newer food explorers share the same tables. Established in 1973, the centre grew out of Singapore’s changing hawker scene and sits along a road named…
Muah Chee is a soft, chewy Singapore snack made with glutinous rice flour and covered in a fragrant mixture of roasted peanuts, sugar and sesame seeds. Often associated with pasar malam stalls and local snack culture, these sticky bite-sized pieces are a familiar treat for many Singaporeans. The good news? You can prepare homemade Muah…
Tiong Bahru is one of Singapore’s most distinctive neighbourhoods, where conserved pre-war housing sits alongside a busy hawker centre, cafés, bakeries, murals and independent shops. The historic housing estate is especially known for its low-rise architecture, Tiong Market and an easygoing neighbourhood atmosphere that rewards exploring on foot. You can come for a local breakfast,…