What I have always admired about Singapore is the co-existence of different cultures and the tolerance and acceptance of one another. I spent a substantial amount of time in Singapore mainly in the 1980's, and it is neat to see how this spectacular city is always innovative and creating new masterpieces that leave us stunned and in awe.
Safety and hygiene are the 2 key foundation of Singapore’s beauty, which people from surrounding Southeast Asia will immediately notice of. Low crime, less foul odour, barely found mosquitoes. Glad you enjoyed it and please come again ❤
Thanks for the walk down memory lane, Singapore is a great city to introduce your kids to Asia which we have done. Last time we stayed near Haji lane but really enjoyed Chinatown. We love the MRT, as we would let the kids choose which trains to take. My dream is to spend a week at the Fullerton. Agree that it is always best to do a stopover and take your time to enjoy the many pleasures of Singapore.
Great video guys and I can't believe how immaculately clean and orderly the city appears and the gorgeous architecture and aesthetics. Those steep fines and clear signs and communication is well executed. What a difference from our US metropolitan cities!!! Thanks!🤩👍🍺
I am so enjoying this magnificent city with you and loved every minute I was there- so excited to see the rooftop infinity pool in the background- so awesome! Enjoy the beauty of your surroundings and the lovely people. You both look like you have found nirvana.
Great video. We loved Singapore also. So clean and orderly. Subway system is amazing. We were a little disappointed that the laser light show was inactive when we were there to see it so we hustled over to the light show in the forest and it was absolutely lovely. Not a cheap city like you mentioned, but an absolute must see!
It's too bad you didn't get to see the laser show!! ☹ We had a great time but yes, very expensive. It is a must-see and we will probably go back for a layover again if we get the chance. Thank you for watching and commenting!! Cheers!!🍻
Travel is a huge part of my life and something I’ve always known that I want to continue when I get to retirement. However, until I started watching your videos, I never dreamed that full-time travel could be an option for me as I don’t have a multimillion dollar portfolio. Your channel has made me think about retirement in a completely different way! Thank you guys and cheers!
Hi Maria! We felt the same way for so long, like it was a dream that most likely would never be obtained. We feel so incredibly lucky to be living the life we are and are so happy to be able to share with others that it doesn't take a huge bank account to be doing what we are doing. Thank you so much for your support. Cheers 🍻
Enjoyed your video! Granted, you didn't have sufficient time to explore more of Singapore, but where you have introduced and walked through are some of the most expensive parts of the island. They are definitely not of normal local pricing, and even locals will find them steep. You can have amazing food at an average of 3-5 USD per meal/course at the local food centres and markets, where most locals frequent. Hope you can be back here again one day, and discover the true charms of this island. There is a lot more than the highly polished bay area that you featured here :)
Nice Singapore travelogue! I haven't been to Singapore in almost 10 years and I am staggered at the prices there! From my impression, it looks as if the prices for everything has almost doubled since then. Still it looked like a cool trip and it does make me want to re-visit Singapore sometime in the future to see all the new developments. Thanks for bringing us along!
yes things are getting expensive, but most countries are experiencing crazy inflation as well. We are lucky to have a strong currency as Singapore imports most stuff. Transport and hawker food are still affordable. You can get all sorts of great options from local to Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, Western and craft beer (I don't drink though, I've only seen videos) at hawker centres.
Singapore is a must see place, at least once. But that was plenty for me. It was early summer but yet very humid and overwhelmingly sunny.However, the gardens by the Bay… frankly you opted for the best - not going in. What amazes me is its history - from rags to riches in such a short time. That’s admirable. A very hot and humid place that has the perfect infrastructure to spend the whole time… indoors under the refuge of air conditioning.
Hi! The heat and humidity can certainly be a bit much. Thankfully there were plenty of places to hop into with AC to cool off. We typically veer towards the free or low-cost attractions, as we are traveling on a budget and were so happy to find so many wonderful things to do that were free in Singapore. Thank you so much for watching! Cheers 🍻
WOW. I loved your tour of Singapore, so much beauty and I got to armchair travel in cool comfort. Just a stunning video, you guys did such a great job.
Free is always a bonus for us. Thankfully there is so much to see that is free, so it makes it very easy to explore the city and not spend too much. Thanks for watching! Cheers ☺
I love all of your video's but I was a little sad as you didn't appear to see a lot of things that Singapore has to offer. It's a truly spectacular city, but definitely agree that it can be pricey. I was really looking forward to seeing your reactions to Gardens By The Bay. Inside the Flower Dome is such a unique experience as is the Cloud Forest (which I know was closed while you were there). I think they're an absolute must see if you go to Singapore, even if you see nothing else and the prices for these are quiet affordable compared to a lot of other things there. The large dome's at Gardens By The Bay are very different inside to what's outside around that area. There is a lot to do in Singapore including the zoo, night safari there, Sentosa Island including Universal Studio's, Madame Tussauds, SEA Aquarium and the cable car to get over there. Also exploring this beautiful city at night on a river cruise as well as China Town at night when it takes on a whole new vibe, including a trishaw ride along the streets with old pop music blaring, which was so much fun at night as well. You could also do a whole clip just on the Changi Airport in Singapore, which has many features similar to Gardens By The Bay and is a great tourist attraction in it's own right. I so hope you get to go back and see more of amazing Singapore sometime soon.
We understand that there is a lot to do and see in Singapore, Laura but we only had a day in a half to explore. We really do feel like we covered a lot in the limited time that we had. Thank you for pointing out all the wonderful things that there are to do in such a beautiful city. We do apologize if you don't believe that we gave it everything that it deserves.
@@BrianandCarrie You did very well for the short amount of time you were there. I just hope you can go back sometime soon and see even more as a day and a half is just not long enough for Singapore. I'm a big fan and really enjoy your video's.
I was there for 2 nights in February. Went to the show at the garden, on top of Marina Bay Sands and had an original Singapore Sling at Raffles Hotel. :)
You guys need to come to Singapore for christmas and New Year. On new years eve , at the barge, the fireworks starts at 10.30 pm and it goes on until 12 am. It is so beautiful , you gonna love Singapore.
Your Presentation "Travel Singapore in 30 Mins" was awesome. Great Vlog with excellent visuals. You have a knack for selecting the background music. The music "Sultan of Delhi" you played in the Little India district was so nice, mesmerizing and relaxing to listen to and its one of my favorite songs now. Thanks again for a great show to our living room. Cheers!
Carrie did all the editing on this video and she works really hard on the music, so thank you for noticing CM!! Again, as always, thank you for watching and commenting!!! Cheers!!🍻
Thank you for visiting Singapore. Thanks for sharing your experience here. There are many free stuffs that you guys can do here. Hawker centres food are reasonable and you can get varieties of food options. You guys should try that too.
👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻I’m so happy you did Singapore! I’m hoping the next vlog is the airport🤣. It looks amazing! Going to buy you a beer right now! Another great one guys.
I had a love affair with Singapore since i visited the first time as a undergrad backpacker in 2007. I finally moved here in 2020. Great Video. One thing tourist often miss out on is the beautiful greenery, the vast parks and nature walks: hiking the Southern Ridges, around McRitchie Reservoir or at Sungei Buloh Wetlands (among others), cycling the Green Corridor, the East Coast park or even along the entire island's coastline. You'll find all sorts of intersting rainforrest flora and fauna.
We really enjoyed the one that we walked through in the video. Singapore is an amazing city that deserves more than a two-day stopover. Thank you for watching and commenting!! Cheers!!🍻
Hi Jeff! Thank you so much for that correction, we did not know that. We loved our time in SE Asia and look forward to returning next year to explore more. Cheers 🍻
Welcome to Singapore! It's funny you pronounced Boat Quay and Clarke Quay like locals did in the earlier years, hahaha! It's actually pronounced like "key", so Boat Quay (key) and Clarke Quay (key). Singapore can be affordable too, really. Hawker centers are a little chaotic and noisy for the uninitiated, but they are amazing places for good and affordable food.
Thank you for the clarification, Isaiah! 😀 And you are correct that Singapore does not have to be expensive. Getting out of the city center and buying local is much less expensive and just as enjoyable. Thank you for watching and commenting on the channel! Cheers!!🍻
I spend a LOT of time in Singapore, as it's my hub for getting "home" to Thailand. It truly is a beautiful country and has to be the CLEANEST on I've been to! I love eating at the hawker stalls for cheap. Spend some time at Jewel. I remember before Jewel was built and I would always see people at the airport...with no bags. People were going to the airport just to hang out! It's truly an amazing place and the metro is easy to use to get around. Another great video, y'all! Safe travels!
It is an amazing country and would recommend anyone stopping over. We will have a video out next week from the airport as we head home to Seattle. Thank you for watching and commenting! Cheers!!🍻
Very interesting, we will be in Singapore next May for the Rotary International Convention and you gave me lots to think about doing. Loved the light shows especially. Thanks for sharing.
Your best video yet!! Great job. My family and I will be going to Singapore next year enroute to Vietnam and we’ll be using your video as a guide. Keep up the great work !!!
Thank you Brian & Carrie. I'm in S'pore now and rewatching your vid to determine how to take in all you recommended. I have a room in a hotel near where you stayed, and compared to the AirB&Bs, it's pricey and cramped, and I'm travelling solo, so I don't know how you made that room work for 2. Thanks again. Safe travels
We were only there for two nights, any more than that we probably would have not made it work at all. Great time but not easy on the pocketbook! 😁Thank you for watching and safe travels! Cheers!!🍻
Love Singapore, just a beautiful city, so much to see and do, less humidity would be my only fix :) but I'll take it. My brother just got back and another arrived there yesterday. We've just booked our first holiday to Vietnam but Singapore will be the next trip for us, can't wait to get back there. Thank you for your videos too, so well done.
Hi Karen! We 100% agree - such a beautiful city. We also enjoyed our time in Vietnam and look forward to returning next year to explore more. Thanks so much for watching ☺ . Safe travels!
River cruise was worth it for the commentary on the history of Singapore. Clark Quay there’s a bar called Iguana where you van get jugs of margaritas for $10. Great video thank you. ❤
Thanks for sharing again! Have you considered making a video about the preparation and planning it took you leaving your jobs and traveling full-time? Would love to know what that process was like for you both ☺
Hi, Dasha. We did a video about a year ago that explains a little bit about who we are and the decision process we went through. I will leave the link below. We have a Q & A video as well that may answer any questions you may have. If not feel free to ask. Cheers!!🍻 th-cam.com/video/DzDNp3hN19E/w-d-xo.html
This was beautiful! Very cosmopolitan city, although some areas kind of remind me of Vegas or even Disney 😂. Very informative, thanks for sharing your experiences!
Singapore is among the best countries in the world! I don't know if all of the Singaporeans are aware of it. In fact, we envy you because we can make clear comparisons vis-a-vis our country and other countries as well.
Lovely video, thanks for sharing and taking us for a free ride. Definitely on our bucket list of countries to visit. One suggestion if you don’t mind is to share the currency when you mention cost/price as in some instances you have not. Thank you.
We use USD when mentioning prices. Sorry for the confusion on this. It will be much easier when we are back in Europe where, with the exception of a few countries, the Euro is mostly used. Thank you for watching!! Cheers!!🍻
Question to Brian and Carrie…what month were you there? (Asking since you mentioned that the weather was terrific - despite some rain). Thank you for your wonderful video of Singapore! My husband and I can’t wait to visit there!
We were there in May 2023, and it was muggy!! Rain only lasts an hour or so and nothing to be concerned about. Safe travels and thank you for watching!! 😊
Another great video! I always enjoy traveling the world via your videos every Saturday morning. Thanks so much for sharing your experiences with us. Where to next?
Great video and tour of highlights of Singapore! Another amazing show later at night is in the harbor where all the high rises are dramatically lit up and it goes all across the many buildings and goes on for a long time. Saw it from the upper deck of our cruise ship and it was amazing. Loved entire visit there.-correction! Sorry the harbor building lights were in Shanghai! I was confused! Did enjoy the trees though in Singapore!
This video is absolutely captivating! From start to finish, it kept me engaged and entertained. The visuals were stunning, and the editing was seamless, creating a smooth and polished viewing experience. The content itself was incredibly informative and thought-provoking, presenting a fresh perspective on the topic at hand. The host's delivery was engaging, making complex ideas accessible and relatable. I appreciate the thorough research evident in this video, as it provided a well-rounded understanding of the subject matter. Overall, an outstanding production that deserves all the praise it receives. Kudos to the creators for their hard work and dedication in crafting such an exceptional video. I'm already looking forward to their next release:)606
You had it all in Singapore. Skyscrapers, green space, different cultural areas, gorgeous lights at night. I'm still with you, Brian, stay away from those heights you could die!!!! 😂 Kathleen
You guys always bring a fun and interesting perspective to every place you share with us. And sharing the pricing and links is another added B&C bonus! 😊
Singapore 🇸🇬 is not your typical South East Asia city that you have visited i.e. Thailand🇹🇭, Philippines 🇵🇭, Malaysia 🇲🇾, Indonesia 🇮🇩, Vietnam 🇻🇳, Cambodia 🇰🇭, Myanmar 🇲🇲 or even Brunei 🇧🇳. A combination of Modern Architecture surrounded by old British 🇬🇧 colonial buildings with lush foliage on the skyscrapers. Very westernized and contemporary yet still preserve the old rustic looks of old village settings. The price of accommodation and food tends to be on the pricey side if you dine on a mostly touristy flank. Go to hawker centers for cheaper options in Singapore 🇸🇬. There is plenty of it here and to approximate is beyond comparison. Hope you relish the adventure of staying here in Singapore 🇸🇬. Marina Bay Sands is an integrated resort fronting Marina Bay in Singapore and a landmark of the city. At its opening in 2010, it was deemed the world's most expensive standalone casino property at S$8 billion (US$6.88 billion). The resort includes a 2,561-room hotel, a 120,000-square-metre (1,300,000 sq ft) convention-exhibition centre, the 74,000-square-metre (800,000 sq ft) The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands mall, a museum, a large theatre, "celebrity chef" restaurants, two floating crystal pavilions, art-science exhibits, and the world's largest atrium casino with 500 tables and 1,600 slot machines. The complex includes three towers topped by the Sands Skypark, a skyway connecting 340-metre-long (1,120 ft) with a capacity of 3,902 people and a 150 m (490 ft) infinity swimming pool, set on top of the world's largest public cantilevered platform, which overhangs the north tower by 66.5 m (218 ft). The 20-hectare resort was designed by Moshe Safdie architects. Clarke Quay:- Clarke Quay was named after Sir Andrew Clarke, Singapore's second Governor and Governor of the Straits Settlements from 1873 to 1875, who played a key role in positioning Singapore as the main port for the Malay states of Perak, Selangor and Sungei Ujong. Clarke Quay is also the name of a road along the quay, part of which has since been converted into a pedestrian mall. Clarke Street, located next to Clarke Quay, was officially named in 1896, and was originally two streets known simply as East Street and West Street in north Kampong Malacca. Similar to Clarke Quay, Clarke Street has since been converted into a pedestrian mall. The Hoklos (Hokkien) refer to Clarke Street as gi hok kong si au (义福公司后), meaning "behind the new Gi Hok Kongsi" (house). The new Gi Hok Kongsi was near Carpenter Street. Another Chinese reference, which only refers to the Southern bank around Read Bridge area, was cha chun tau (柴船头), meaning "jetty for boats carrying firewood". Small tongkangs carrying firewood from Indonesia berthed at this jetty. The firewood trade was primarily a Teochew enterprise. Panoramic view of Singapore River, with Clarke Quay on the left (northern) bank and Riverside Point on the right (southern) bank. Photograph taken from Ord Bridge, which can be seen on the extreme right. The Singapore River has been the centre of trade since modern Singapore was founded in 1819. During the colonial era, Boat Quay was the commercial centre where barge lighters would transport goods upstream to warehouses at Clarke Quay. At the height of its prosperity, dozens of bumboats jostled for mooring space beside Clarke Quay. This continued well into the later half of the 20th century. By this time, the Singapore River had also become very polluted. The government decided to relocate cargo services to a new modern facility in Pasir Panjang. The bumboats and lorries departed to their new home and Clarke Quay fell silent. The government then cleaned up the Singapore River and its environment from 1977 to 1987. Plans were made to revamp the area and turn it into a flourishing commercial, residential and entertainment precinct. These plans took into serious consideration the historical value of Clarke Quay, making it mandatory that new buildings complement the historical character of the area and that certain old buildings be restored. Clarke Quay Festival Village, the biggest conservation project for the Singapore River, was developed and officially opened on 10 December 1993. Clarke Quay Festival Village was managed by Clarke Quay Pte Ltd, a subsidiary of DBS Land. In 2000, DBS Land merged with Pidemco Land to form CapitaLand and management of Clarke Quay went to CapitaLand. In 1996, the advertising agency Saatchi & Saatchi, and their sister company Zenith, moved into Clarke Quay as the pioneers to develop a creative hub. Two years later, they were awarded Ad Age International Agency of the Year. They had taken over the karaoke Party Doll premises. Ten years later, works were commenced to revamp the Clarke Quay area to give the place a better tenant mix. The development also saw major changes to the exterior and riverside areas. In 2003, British architectural firm Alsop Architects was hired to revamp Clarke Quay. The firm was commissioned to redesign the shophouse facades, streetscapes and riverfront dining areas in two development phases. The newly redeveloped Clarke Quay consistently attracts over 2 million visitors a year and is a major social and tourist component of brand Singapore. Crucial to its success is the ingenious moderation of the micro-climate through the design of sophisticated shading and cooling systems which reduce the ambient temperature by 4 degrees Celsius while enhancing the riverfront and streets with tremendous visual interests. The project won in 2007 Cityscape Architectural Review Award (Tourism, Travel & Transport - Built) and the Cityscape Asia Awards, Best Waterfront Development in 2008. The Satay Club and a number of establishments vacated Clarke Quay to make way for new tenants. A new SOHO concept development cum shopping centre called Clarke Quay Central, above the MRT station, was completed in 2007. In July 2012, Hong Kong lifestyle retail store GOD opened a 6,000 square foot flagship store in the Quay. It closed on 26 April 2015. On 17 December 2016, Zouk opened at Clark Quay after moving from its previous location at Jiak Kim Road. Kampong Glam:- The word 'kampong' means "compound" in Malay, while 'gelam' refers to the long-leaved paperbark tree, commonly found in the area and used for boat-making. Kampong Glam:- Neighbourhood in Singapore, Centred on busy Arab Street, Kampong Glam is known as Singapore’s Muslim Quarter. It's 19th-century shophouses have been turned into stores selling textiles and casual restaurants serving spicy Malay and global fare. Notable landmarks here include the golden domed Sultan Mosque and the Malay Heritage Centre, where exhibits focus on local history. Clothing boutiques, street art and trendy cafes line Haji Lane. Little India Singapore 🇸🇬:- Little India is truly one of Singapore's most colourful historical districts. Lime pits, brick kilns and a race track once dotted the neighbourhood, and its streets thronged with herdsmen, merchants and garland makers plying their trade. To this day, this enclave of Indian culture retains its unique heritage. •Why is it called Little India in Singapore? Its location along the Serangoon River originally made it attractive for raising cattle, and trade in livestock was once prominent in the area. Eventually, other economic activity developed, and by the turn of the 20th century, the area began to look like an ethnic Indian neighbourhood. Fort Canning Hill / Park:- Fort Canning Hill, formerly Government Hill, Singapore Hill and Bukit Larangan (Forbidden Hill in Malay), or simply known as Fort Canning, is a prominent hill, about 48 metres (157 ft) high, in the southeast portion of Singapore, within the Central Area that forms Singapore's central business district. The hill has a long history intertwined with that of the country due to its location as the highest elevation within walking distance to the city's civic district, within the Downtown Core. It is also a popular location for exhibitions, concerts and outdoor recreation. Etymology:- It was named after Viscount Charles John Canning, the first Viceroy of India. The Malays called the hill Bukit Larangan or Forbidden Hill since olden times. This is due to the belief that it is the place where the kings of ancient Singapore were laid to rest, and it was believed to be haunted. It is also believed that a palace once stood on the hill. A settlement on the hill in the 14th century was referred to as Ban Zu (from the Malay pancur) by the Yuan dynasty traveller Wang Dayuan. Later, Sir Stamford Raffles built his residence there, which was also used by other Residents and Governors. It became known as Government Hill until it was renamed Fort Canning in 1861, when a military fort was built on the site. Today it is the location of both the Fort Canning Reservoir and Fort Canning Park. Chinatown:- Chinatown Singapore is famous for a lot of things such as Sri Mariamman Temple, Pinnacle@Duxton Skybridge, Buddha Tooth Relic Temple, Singapore City Gallery, Chinatown Street Market, Red Dot Design Museum, Thian Hock Keng Temple, NUS Baba House, etc. Lovers of culture looking to immerse themselves in Singapore's rich, multi-ethnic culture will find no better place than Chinatown. This beautiful district is the only Chinatown in the world to boast a Buddhist temple, mosque and Hindu temple along a single street. Gardens By The Bay:- The Gardens by the Bay is a nature park spanning 101 hectares (250 acres) in the Central Region of Singapore 🇸🇬, adjacent to the Marina Reservoir. The park consists of three waterfront gardens: Bay South Garden (in Marina South), Bay East Garden (in Marina East) and Bay Central Garden (in Downtown Core and Kallang). The largest of the gardens is the Bay South Garden at 54 hectares (130 acres) designed by Grant Associates. Its Flower Dome is the largest glass greenhouse in the world.
Nice video of Singapore. Clarke Quay (is pronounced as "key"). You can have affordable and popular food at the many local hawker centres. For those who are not aware, you can use your credit card with pay wave function to tap at trains and buses. You could have went to the hawker place at Tekka Centre Little India :D Also there are many money changers in Singapore. It definitely gives you better rate and without the extra charges incurred for using your card overseas. You missed going up to the biggest hawker centre/food centre in Singapore at the Chinatown Complex. You can have those food you had at the restaurant and other many food options in the hawker centre too :D
Thank you so much for all the great suggestions. If we would of had more time to visit we would have loved to visit these places and find the better deals. Cheers 🍻
What a really great video of Singapore that combined the sights and sounds of the city, with useful and practical tips for your subscribers! You missed Botanic Gardens (UNESCO World Heritage site) though 😊. Beer is very expensive in Singapore because the government imposes especially punitive taxes on alcohol, cigarettes and perfume ! As a local, I don’t mind these taxes, because I don’t drink alcohol, I don’t smoke and above all, I don’t spray perfume on myself 😂
Loved the video, as always. You guys do amazing work! The tree lighting and the laser show were so super cool! 😮😮😮 I’m glad they don’t really fine you for passing gas there, or I’d never be able to take my husband there. 😂🤣😂🤣 Brian…..I absolutely loved the look on your face when you took that first sip of beer. 😁🍺🍺🍺 Thank you for the bonus video this week. Safe travels!
You've gone to those touristy places for meals and drinks, so obviously, they'll be more expensive. Try Chinatown, Little India or venture further up north of the city and you'll find reasonably priced foods and more palatable.
Keep in mind in Singapore the prices are in $$Sing Dollars… Basically $10 SGD is $7.40USD … $100SGD is $74USD… so prices are high, but not as bad as it sounds at first! TIP… if you get outside of the Marina Bay Area prices are half… Even less than that when you’re completely out of the tourist areas…! I know as I’ve lived here 14 years.
Fantastic food can be found at the hawker centres at extremely cheap prices - if you love Indian food the Tekka Centre gives you a wonderful choice. Some centres are abound with ticket touts but it is what it is. Eating can be done very cheaply in Singapore.
Brian, I am with you...nope to heights! Singapore looks stunning! Would you say they are wheelchair friendly? I have so enjoyed your SE Asia series, thanks for sharing your travels with us. Big question...where are you going next? 🤩
Yes, Singapore is wheelchair friendly. We had a great time in SE Asia and now it is time to head back to Europe. After a short visit back home with friends and family we tour through central Europe and Italy. Thank you for watching!! Cheers!!🍻
It's definitely expensive at the tourist spots especially premium area like MBS & GBTB. Actually gum chewing is allowed, just dispose it properly but selling gum is not allowed. Passing gas is illegal? Where did you hear that from? Clarke Quay - Quay pronounced as key in SG If you drink beer at a hawker centre or local coffeshop, definitely way cheaper than you drink at some restaurants. India food will be cheaper if you eat at the Tekka Food Centre but it's an open indoor food centre so it might be abit warm for you guys. Besides the skywalk at the Supertree, there is also the observatory right at the top of the centre tallest grove. That is safe to watch from a height as you can watch indoor. The night show is actually only 10mins.
@@BrianandCarrie hmm yeah well did think of that as a joke but in consideration of your viewers, who knows someone might take it for real? Certainly do not want anyone with a sensitive tummy to start worrying 😂
I’m sorry you got to spend only a couple of days in Singapore, my home town. There’s plenty of places to explore, that’s not at the Marina or Orchard Road. Hawker food and stalls can be intimidating and the variety can be daunting to choose from. Will be watching for your next video in Central Europe. Enjoy time home with family.
@@BrianandCarrieif you do a layover, you must check out Changi airport! You can spend a day or two in the airport as there’s plenty to do. Your US hometown is only a 2.5 hour flight from me, SF Bay Area.
Oh Brian, you got me when saying "you get fined for passing gas" up until Carrie correcting you, lol. another great and in-depth video guys; great work as usual and it was very informative!
Hey guys what a video, as I said in last video we were there last Thurs Fri &Sat 8th 9th &10th so it was great following you around all the places we’d just seen. Sometimes it doesn’t show on videos but you could really feel the heat, we only had rain in the night it was scorching all the time. You’re right about the prices it really stings particularly if you’ve come from Vietnam where everything is so cheap. I think you 2 are great to watch you present everything so well and are a great team, never talking over each - it’s great to see. BUT 😆 c’mon it’s pronounced Kee not Qway - you Yankees 😆 Here’s a quick one for ya - why can’t that bird on the sidewalk at the end get served a beer? Because he’s a Minar 😂 🍺🍺🍺🍺. Cheers to you both
Kee? Qway? UHG!! 😆 We move around so much that it's hard to get it all right!! 😄 Beautiful city, we had such a great time! Thank you for watching. Your joke gave me a Minar chuckle. 😜 Cheers!!🍻
Still the best travel channel on TH-cam! Question: Do you still prefer Europe (Algarve area) over everywhere else so far (if you had to choose a place to live?)
Yes, if we had to stop for an extended period of time we would still choose the Algarve region. Thank you for the kind words and your continued support. We very much appreciate it!! ❤
Yes, the humidity and time zone from the West Coast of the US was a bit much for us. We can do it for 4 or 5 months but not much longer. We will be back in SE Asia next spring, however.
My wife and I love Japan, we think it is expensive, but we have been 4 times and plan to return, the prices you mention in this video of Singapore are way more than Japan, now we can go to Japan and feel like we are getting bargains!! 2 days in Singapore $1500 LOL
Nice video. Yeah, don't need to go up to mbs, save that money for some nice food. For me, I also don't go to those paid entrance in garden by the bay and yes, the light show in the garden and mbs are nice and worth to watch. Beer is expensive at the restaurant or pub. In fact, as a Singaporean, some stuffs like clothing's or shoes still cheaper than many other countries when there is a sales. Also try to go to the non tourist area, go to those local residential town and walk around. There are shopping center, coffeeshops etc.
@@BrianandCarrie one example is IMM at Jurong East. Inside IMM there are outlet stores for some branded goods. You can Google IMM. The food or restaurant are affordable. Nearby also got some malls and local shops etc.
Hello! I remember frantically googling prior to our flight into Singapore, if I was allowed to take my pack of gum. I decided to chuck it, though I found out later that it’s the sale of gum that’s illegal. Better to be safe than sorry!
Hi, Tammy. We do Airbnb tours and links to all of our accommodations in our monthly Cost of Living videos. We do all of our costs, including food, and entertainment in each of those videos. Thank you for watching!! Cheers!!🍻
Hi , just found you , have watched some of your first videos,,,, very good, me and my husband 65 yrs old have just retired. . We have done quite some traveling but never for more then 18 days….Except last August 2 months in Australia because our daughter as moved over there. We would love to go for a 2 months between January and march to avoid our winter, (Québec). We’re would you recommend us? Thank you 🙏 😢
Thank you so much 😊. We loved our time in SE Asia and arrived in early January which was the perfect time. Southern Portugal is also a great location, but not as warm. Safe travels 😊
Great video. Were prepping our home to sell so we can follow in yours and others footsteps. What is a reccomended minimum budget you think for us to retire abroad doing the same more or less as you?
Thank you so much ☺. We try to keep our budget around $2400 a month on average (for both of us). We also have a budget of $5000 a year for flights (for both of us again as well). We find that by balancing our year with some less expensive locations and some more costly ones, we are able to keep this average monthly budget. Cheers 🍻
7:54 - - - Welcome to Singapore. A little misconception you have here. Chewing of gums on the streets is NOT illegal in Singapore and it is allowed. It's just that selling of gums is against the law here. You can still bring in a few loose sticks FOR YOUR OWN CONSUMPTION. Importing gums for the purpose of selling is not allowed. You can still get gums from some medical outlets if you have a prescription from a registered doctor. The reasons why selling of gums here are banned are due to the way some uncivilised people disposed of their waste-gums. In the past before gums were banned, there were incidents where door sensors on trains were blocked by gum residues delibrately left by mischievious passengers thus causing train doors unable to shut resulted in disruptions in train services and delays for thousands of passengers. Another reason is that the govt has to spend hundreds of thousands of dollars if not million, into clearing waste-gums stuck on walkways or pedestrian walks, left by uncivilised people who spitted the gums onto the walkways adter chewing. Therefore, if you want chew gums in Singapore, be sure to dispose of your gums by wrapping it in a piece of tissue and dispose it off in a trash bin. In this way, you won't get into trouble with the law. Just imagine how you would curse when you accidentally step your expensive shoe on to a patch of gum just left by someone on the walkway, but today, that will never happen to you when you are in Singapore.
Thank you for praising my country. For a $140 per nite , is reasonable awesome.. newer building n lobby . If you travel to Cologne , budget for decent sft area , small chain hotel is tired looking ..
What I have always admired about Singapore is the co-existence of different cultures and the tolerance and acceptance of one another. I spent a substantial amount of time in Singapore mainly in the 1980's, and it is neat to see how this spectacular city is always innovative and creating new masterpieces that leave us stunned and in awe.
Safety and hygiene are the 2 key foundation of Singapore’s beauty, which people from surrounding Southeast Asia will immediately notice of. Low crime, less foul odour, barely found mosquitoes. Glad you enjoyed it and please come again ❤
Thanks for the walk down memory lane, Singapore is a great city to introduce your kids to Asia which we have done. Last time we stayed near Haji lane but really enjoyed Chinatown. We love the MRT, as we would let the kids choose which trains to take. My dream is to spend a week at the Fullerton. Agree that it is always best to do a stopover and take your time to enjoy the many pleasures of Singapore.
Thank you for watching, Shaun! We appreciate the support!
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We're really glad you enjoyed Singapore!
We loved our time in Singapore. Thanks for watching 😊
@@BrianandCarrie I think you just got noticed by our tourism body X-P
Yes, very cool. Hopefully they liked our video!! 😀
I really loved Singapore! I am glad you guys are experiencing it also, watching your video brings back memories and the feelings I felt there ❤
Hi Patricia! We are so happy we had the opportunity to visit Singapore - such a beautiful city. Thanks so much for watching ☺
Great video guys and I can't believe how immaculately clean and orderly the city appears and the gorgeous architecture and aesthetics. Those steep fines and clear signs and communication is well executed. What a difference from our US metropolitan cities!!! Thanks!🤩👍🍺
Thank you for watching and commenting, Anna! 😀
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I guess you have never been to Los Angeles. No wonder you are in awe.
J.T I used to have family in Los Angeles. The two don't even compare, it isn't a contest anyway. No reason to be upset.
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I am so enjoying this magnificent city with you and loved every minute I was there- so excited to see the rooftop infinity pool in the background- so awesome! Enjoy the beauty of your surroundings and the lovely people. You both look like you have found nirvana.
Thank you, Christina. We had an amazing time in Singapore. ❤
Great video. We loved Singapore also. So clean and orderly. Subway system is amazing. We were a little disappointed that the laser light show was inactive when we were there to see it so we hustled over to the light show in the forest and it was absolutely lovely. Not a cheap city like you mentioned, but an absolute must see!
It's too bad you didn't get to see the laser show!! ☹ We had a great time but yes, very expensive. It is a must-see and we will probably go back for a layover again if we get the chance. Thank you for watching and commenting!!
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Been to Singapore 4x but everytime I go back it seems there is always something new in SG
Travel is a huge part of my life and something I’ve always known that I want to continue when I get to retirement. However, until I started watching your videos, I never dreamed that full-time travel could be an option for me as I don’t have a multimillion dollar portfolio. Your channel has made me think about retirement in a completely different way! Thank you guys and cheers!
Hi Maria! We felt the same way for so long, like it was a dream that most likely would never be obtained. We feel so incredibly lucky to be living the life we are and are so happy to be able to share with others that it doesn't take a huge bank account to be doing what we are doing. Thank you so much for your support. Cheers 🍻
Thanks!
Thank you, Jennifer!! ❤
Enjoyed your video!
Granted, you didn't have sufficient time to explore more of Singapore, but where you have introduced and walked through are some of the most expensive parts of the island. They are definitely not of normal local pricing, and even locals will find them steep.
You can have amazing food at an average of 3-5 USD per meal/course at the local food centres and markets, where most locals frequent.
Hope you can be back here again one day, and discover the true charms of this island. There is a lot more than the highly polished bay area that you featured here :)
Nice Singapore travelogue! I haven't been to Singapore in almost 10 years and I am staggered at the prices there! From my impression, it looks as if the prices for everything has almost doubled since then. Still it looked like a cool trip and it does make me want to re-visit Singapore sometime in the future to see all the new developments. Thanks for bringing us along!
Thank you for watching!!! 😀
Cheers!!🍻
yes things are getting expensive, but most countries are experiencing crazy inflation as well. We are lucky to have a strong currency as Singapore imports most stuff. Transport and hawker food are still affordable. You can get all sorts of great options from local to Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, Western and craft beer (I don't drink though, I've only seen videos) at hawker centres.
It's definitely beautiful. One day will go there
Singapore is a must see place, at least once. But that was plenty for me. It was early summer but yet very humid and overwhelmingly sunny.However, the gardens by the Bay… frankly you opted for the best - not going in. What amazes me is its history - from rags to riches in such a short time. That’s admirable. A very hot and humid place that has the perfect infrastructure to spend the whole time… indoors under the refuge of air conditioning.
Hi! The heat and humidity can certainly be a bit much. Thankfully there were plenty of places to hop into with AC to cool off. We typically veer towards the free or low-cost attractions, as we are traveling on a budget and were so happy to find so many wonderful things to do that were free in Singapore. Thank you so much for watching! Cheers 🍻
I think this is the best Singapore video on TH-cam! I want to go and do your exact visit!
Thank you, Andrea!! 😀
Always great stuff; look forward to the next adventure.
WOW. I loved your tour of Singapore, so much beauty and I got to armchair travel in cool comfort. Just a stunning video, you guys did such a great job.
Thank you, Colleen. We had a great time. Thank you for watching!
Magical city, by the look of it! Looking forward to a visit there someday 🙂
Hope you guys enjoyed the stay. Welcome to Singapore…..we love you too….
Thank you so much ❤️
Serene garden is probably one of the most beautiful in Garden by the Bay , glad you were there as hardly anyone been there
It was amazing! We had a great two days and wanted to cover as much as possible. Thank you for watching and commenting!
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Thanks!
Thank you so much 😊. We really appreciate your support. Cheers!!
25:08 good to know but thanks for sharing price! If there’s a lot to see, we would opt out to check out the free things as well 👍
Free is always a bonus for us. Thankfully there is so much to see that is free, so it makes it very easy to explore the city and not spend too much. Thanks for watching! Cheers ☺
I love all of your video's but I was a little sad as you didn't appear to see a lot of things that Singapore has to offer. It's a truly spectacular city, but definitely agree that it can be pricey. I was really looking forward to seeing your reactions to Gardens By The Bay. Inside the Flower Dome is such a unique experience as is the Cloud Forest (which I know was closed while you were there). I think they're an absolute must see if you go to Singapore, even if you see nothing else and the prices for these are quiet affordable compared to a lot of other things there. The large dome's at Gardens By The Bay are very different inside to what's outside around that area. There is a lot to do in Singapore including the zoo, night safari there, Sentosa Island including Universal Studio's, Madame Tussauds, SEA Aquarium and the cable car to get over there. Also exploring this beautiful city at night on a river cruise as well as China Town at night when it takes on a whole new vibe, including a trishaw ride along the streets with old pop music blaring, which was so much fun at night as well. You could also do a whole clip just on the Changi Airport in Singapore, which has many features similar to Gardens By The Bay and is a great tourist attraction in it's own right. I so hope you get to go back and see more of amazing Singapore sometime soon.
We understand that there is a lot to do and see in Singapore, Laura but we only had a day in a half to explore. We really do feel like we covered a lot in the limited time that we had. Thank you for pointing out all the wonderful things that there are to do in such a beautiful city. We do apologize if you don't believe that we gave it everything that it deserves.
@@BrianandCarrie You did very well for the short amount of time you were there. I just hope you can go back sometime soon and see even more as a day and a half is just not long enough for Singapore. I'm a big fan and really enjoy your video's.
I was there for 2 nights in February. Went to the show at the garden, on top of Marina Bay Sands and had an original Singapore Sling at Raffles Hotel. :)
Sounds like you had a great time 😊..we missed out on the Singapore sling. Thanks for watching. Cheers 🍻
You guys need to come to Singapore for christmas and New Year. On new years eve , at the barge, the fireworks starts at 10.30 pm and it goes on until 12 am. It is so beautiful , you gonna love Singapore.
Wow, that sounds amazing! That would be a great reason to come back for sure. Thank you so much for watching. Cheers!!
Your Presentation "Travel Singapore in 30 Mins" was awesome. Great Vlog with excellent visuals. You have a knack for selecting the background music. The music "Sultan of Delhi" you played in the Little India district was so nice, mesmerizing and relaxing to listen to and its one of my favorite songs now. Thanks again for a great show to our living room. Cheers!
Carrie did all the editing on this video and she works really hard on the music, so thank you for noticing CM!! Again, as always, thank you for watching and commenting!!!
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Welcome to Singapore!
2 days in Singapore on a budget trip is hardly enough to experience much. Hope to see u guys back here soon for a full experience :)
Thank you for watching, Simon!
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Thank you for visiting Singapore. Thanks for sharing your experience here. There are many free stuffs that you guys can do here. Hawker centres food are reasonable and you can get varieties of food options. You guys should try that too.
Thank you for the suggestions, Sudhesh!
👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻I’m so happy you did Singapore! I’m hoping the next vlog is the airport🤣. It looks amazing! Going to buy you a beer right now! Another great one guys.
Thank you, Brenda! Next week's video is all about the Singapore airport and our journey to Seattle. Thank you so much for the support! ❤🍻
I hope your visit home is wonderful!
I had a love affair with Singapore since i visited the first time as a undergrad backpacker in 2007. I finally moved here in 2020.
Great Video. One thing tourist often miss out on is the beautiful greenery, the vast parks and nature walks: hiking the Southern Ridges, around McRitchie Reservoir or at Sungei Buloh Wetlands (among others), cycling the Green Corridor, the East Coast park or even along the entire island's coastline. You'll find all sorts of intersting rainforrest flora and fauna.
We really enjoyed the one that we walked through in the video. Singapore is an amazing city that deserves more than a two-day stopover. Thank you for watching and commenting!!
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I know right... most tourists who come to SG will do only the tourist stuff & leave, not much will really explore the rest of SG.
very well frame for all the videos, one of the better ones i have seen to introduce Singapore.
Thank you so much. We loved our time in Singapore and are happy our video showed that. Thanks for watching! Cheers 🍻
Singapore is awesome. If you are interested, 'Quay' is pronounced as 'key'. Thanks for taking us on your S.E.A journey.
Hi Jeff! Thank you so much for that correction, we did not know that. We loved our time in SE Asia and look forward to returning next year to explore more. Cheers 🍻
Welcome to Singapore! It's funny you pronounced Boat Quay and Clarke Quay like locals did in the earlier years, hahaha! It's actually pronounced like "key", so Boat Quay (key) and Clarke Quay (key). Singapore can be affordable too, really. Hawker centers are a little chaotic and noisy for the uninitiated, but they are amazing places for good and affordable food.
Thank you for the clarification, Isaiah! 😀 And you are correct that Singapore does not have to be expensive. Getting out of the city center and buying local is much less expensive and just as enjoyable. Thank you for watching and commenting on the channel!
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@@BrianandCarrie Appreciate the response to my comment! Safe travels on all your adventures, and looking forward to seeing more.
Awesome video! Thanks for your wonderful content!
Thank you for watching!! ❤
I spend a LOT of time in Singapore, as it's my hub for getting "home" to Thailand. It truly is a beautiful country and has to be the CLEANEST on I've been to! I love eating at the hawker stalls for cheap. Spend some time at Jewel. I remember before Jewel was built and I would always see people at the airport...with no bags. People were going to the airport just to hang out! It's truly an amazing place and the metro is easy to use to get around. Another great video, y'all! Safe travels!
It is an amazing country and would recommend anyone stopping over. We will have a video out next week from the airport as we head home to Seattle. Thank you for watching and commenting!
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What a lovely couple. It's my first time seeing your video. Thank you for visiting Singapore 🤩
Thank you so much for the kind words!! ❤😊
you have to come again and visit our Wildlife Parks in the Northern areas in Singapore.
Very interesting, we will be in Singapore next May for the Rotary International Convention and you gave me lots to think about doing. Loved the light shows especially. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you for watching and safe travels!!
Singapore looked amazing! Appreciate you 2 sharing your experience!
It was such a beautiful City, so happy we had the opportunity to go. Thanks for watching! Cheers 🍻
Your best video yet!! Great job. My family and I will be going to Singapore next year enroute to Vietnam and we’ll be using your video as a guide. Keep up the great work !!!
That is great, David! We loved Vietnam so much we plan to go back next year. Thank you again for watching our channel and safe travels.
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Thank you Brian & Carrie. I'm in S'pore now and rewatching your vid to determine how to take in all you recommended.
I have a room in a hotel near where you stayed, and compared to the AirB&Bs, it's pricey and cramped, and I'm travelling solo, so I don't know how you made that room work for 2.
Thanks again. Safe travels
We were only there for two nights, any more than that we probably would have not made it work at all. Great time but not easy on the pocketbook! 😁Thank you for watching and safe travels!
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What can i say...Welcome 2 SG😊
The city-state promotes itself. Visitors are the best advertisements.
Love Singapore, just a beautiful city, so much to see and do, less humidity would be my only fix :) but I'll take it. My brother just got back and another arrived there yesterday. We've just booked our first holiday to Vietnam but Singapore will be the next trip for us, can't wait to get back there. Thank you for your videos too, so well done.
Hi Karen! We 100% agree - such a beautiful city. We also enjoyed our time in Vietnam and look forward to returning next year to explore more. Thanks so much for watching ☺ . Safe travels!
Can’t wait! Not much longer now! ❤
River cruise was worth it for the commentary on the history of Singapore. Clark Quay there’s a bar called Iguana where you van get jugs of margaritas for $10. Great video thank you. ❤
Thank you for watching, Louise! And $10 margaritas?!? We missed that one.
A lovely couple and a very beautiful video especially after the rain. Thanks for sharing.❤
Thank you, Derrick for watching! 😀
Great video guys, thumbs up for the night settings with the light shows. Keep up the great work. 👍
Thank you so much 😊. The light shows were so worth staying up a bit later for. Cheers 🍻
Thanks for sharing again! Have you considered making a video about the preparation and planning it took you leaving your jobs and traveling full-time? Would love to know what that process was like for you both ☺
Hi, Dasha. We did a video about a year ago that explains a little bit about who we are and the decision process we went through. I will leave the link below. We have a Q & A video as well that may answer any questions you may have. If not feel free to ask.
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Awesome video! Kampong Glam and Little India are my favorite neighborhoods in Singapore.
Thanks so much for watching ❤️
This was beautiful! Very cosmopolitan city, although some areas kind of remind me of Vegas or even Disney 😂. Very informative, thanks for sharing your experiences!
Hi Dominique! It was about as clean as Disney 😉 that's for sure. Such a beautiful city and so happy you enjoyed the video. Cheers 🍻
Singapore is among the best countries in the world! I don't know if all of the Singaporeans are aware of it.
In fact, we envy you because we can make clear comparisons vis-a-vis our country and other countries as well.
We loved our time in Singapore. Thanks so much for watching!
Singapore, Tokyo and Shanghai
These cities(SG is a country at the same time though) are really representing and showing the energetic Asian lives.
Lovely video, thanks for sharing and taking us for a free ride. Definitely on our bucket list of countries to visit. One suggestion if you don’t mind is to share the currency when you mention cost/price as in some instances you have not. Thank you.
We use USD when mentioning prices. Sorry for the confusion on this. It will be much easier when we are back in Europe where, with the exception of a few countries, the Euro is mostly used. Thank you for watching!!
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@@BrianandCarrie thank you, too many countries use dollars, so is the confusion.
Great video, excited to be visiting Singapore next month. Btw quay is pronounced kee :) Happy travels!
Thanks -safe travels and enjoy Singapore, it's lovely 😍
One of your best videos. Welcome home to the States. Rest your weary feet.
Thank you, Mike!! We very much appreciate that!
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You guys simply rock!
Thank you so much! Cheers 🍻
Question to Brian and Carrie…what month were you there? (Asking since you mentioned that the weather was terrific - despite some rain). Thank you for your wonderful video of Singapore! My husband and I can’t wait to visit there!
We were there in May 2023, and it was muggy!! Rain only lasts an hour or so and nothing to be concerned about. Safe travels and thank you for watching!! 😊
Another great video! I always enjoy traveling the world via your videos every Saturday morning. Thanks so much for sharing your experiences with us. Where to next?
Thank you, Michael. After we travel home for a few weeks we will be heading back to Europe! We appreciate your support!!
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Great video and tour of highlights of Singapore! Another amazing show later at night is in the harbor where all the high rises are dramatically lit up and it goes all across the many buildings and goes on for a long time. Saw it from the upper deck of our cruise ship and it was amazing. Loved entire visit there.-correction! Sorry the harbor building lights were in Shanghai! I was confused! Did enjoy the trees though in Singapore!
Thank you for watching!! ❤
This video is absolutely captivating! From start to finish, it kept me engaged and entertained. The visuals were stunning, and the editing was seamless, creating a smooth and polished viewing experience. The content itself was incredibly informative and thought-provoking, presenting a fresh perspective on the topic at hand. The host's delivery was engaging, making complex ideas accessible and relatable. I appreciate the thorough research evident in this video, as it provided a well-rounded understanding of the subject matter. Overall, an outstanding production that deserves all the praise it receives. Kudos to the creators for their hard work and dedication in crafting such an exceptional video. I'm already looking forward to their next release:)606
Hi! Thank you so much for the kind words and support. Thanks for watching - Cheers 🍻
@@BrianandCarrie Welcome :)
You had it all in Singapore. Skyscrapers, green space, different cultural areas, gorgeous lights at night. I'm still with you, Brian, stay away from those heights you could die!!!! 😂 Kathleen
I know, right? Why put yourself in danger? Singapore is such an amazing place that is beautiful from the ground! 😁 Thank you for watching!
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Beautiful ❤ I love Singapore
Thank you for watching!! ❤
You guys always bring a fun and interesting perspective to every place you share with us. And sharing the pricing and links is another added B&C bonus! 😊
Rick visited Singapore years ago and has always said it’s the cleanest place he’s ever been.
And he has been everywhere so he would know! Hope you two are doing well. Safe travels!!
@@BrianandCarrie Thanks guys. Currently melting in Texas, but hey there’s Mexican food haha! 😉
We are cold and a bit wet in Washington State!! 🙄
@@BrianandCarrie Soooo jealous!
Yes, it is.
Singapore 🇸🇬 is not your typical South East Asia city that you have visited i.e. Thailand🇹🇭, Philippines 🇵🇭, Malaysia 🇲🇾, Indonesia 🇮🇩, Vietnam 🇻🇳, Cambodia 🇰🇭, Myanmar 🇲🇲 or even Brunei 🇧🇳. A combination of Modern Architecture surrounded by old British 🇬🇧 colonial buildings with lush foliage on the skyscrapers. Very westernized and contemporary yet still preserve the old rustic looks of old village settings. The price of accommodation and food tends to be on the pricey side if you dine on a mostly touristy flank. Go to hawker centers for cheaper options in Singapore 🇸🇬. There is plenty of it here and to approximate is beyond comparison. Hope you relish the adventure of staying here in Singapore 🇸🇬.
Marina Bay Sands is an integrated resort fronting Marina Bay in Singapore and a landmark of the city. At its opening in 2010, it was deemed the world's most expensive standalone casino property at S$8 billion (US$6.88 billion). The resort includes a 2,561-room hotel, a 120,000-square-metre (1,300,000 sq ft) convention-exhibition centre, the 74,000-square-metre (800,000 sq ft) The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands mall, a museum, a large theatre, "celebrity chef" restaurants, two floating crystal pavilions, art-science exhibits, and the world's largest atrium casino with 500 tables and 1,600 slot machines. The complex includes three towers topped by the Sands Skypark, a skyway connecting 340-metre-long (1,120 ft) with a capacity of 3,902 people and a 150 m (490 ft) infinity swimming pool, set on top of the world's largest public cantilevered platform, which overhangs the north tower by 66.5 m (218 ft). The 20-hectare resort was designed by Moshe Safdie architects.
Clarke Quay:-
Clarke Quay was named after Sir Andrew Clarke, Singapore's second Governor and Governor of the Straits Settlements from 1873 to 1875, who played a key role in positioning Singapore as the main port for the Malay states of Perak, Selangor and Sungei Ujong.
Clarke Quay is also the name of a road along the quay, part of which has since been converted into a pedestrian mall. Clarke Street, located next to Clarke Quay, was officially named in 1896, and was originally two streets known simply as East Street and West Street in north Kampong Malacca. Similar to Clarke Quay, Clarke Street has since been converted into a pedestrian mall.
The Hoklos (Hokkien) refer to Clarke Street as gi hok kong si au (义福公司后), meaning "behind the new Gi Hok Kongsi" (house). The new Gi Hok Kongsi was near Carpenter Street. Another Chinese reference, which only refers to the Southern bank around Read Bridge area, was cha chun tau (柴船头), meaning "jetty for boats carrying firewood". Small tongkangs carrying firewood from Indonesia berthed at this jetty. The firewood trade was primarily a Teochew enterprise.
Panoramic view of Singapore River, with Clarke Quay on the left (northern) bank and Riverside Point on the right (southern) bank. Photograph taken from Ord Bridge, which can be seen on the extreme right.
The Singapore River has been the centre of trade since modern Singapore was founded in 1819. During the colonial era, Boat Quay was the commercial centre where barge lighters would transport goods upstream to warehouses at Clarke Quay.
At the height of its prosperity, dozens of bumboats jostled for mooring space beside Clarke Quay. This continued well into the later half of the 20th century. By this time, the Singapore River had also become very polluted. The government decided to relocate cargo services to a new modern facility in Pasir Panjang. The bumboats and lorries departed to their new home and Clarke Quay fell silent.
The government then cleaned up the Singapore River and its environment from 1977 to 1987. Plans were made to revamp the area and turn it into a flourishing commercial, residential and entertainment precinct. These plans took into serious consideration the historical value of Clarke Quay, making it mandatory that new buildings complement the historical character of the area and that certain old buildings be restored.
Clarke Quay Festival Village, the biggest conservation project for the Singapore River, was developed and officially opened on 10 December 1993. Clarke Quay Festival Village was managed by Clarke Quay Pte Ltd, a subsidiary of DBS Land. In 2000, DBS Land merged with Pidemco Land to form CapitaLand and management of Clarke Quay went to CapitaLand.
In 1996, the advertising agency Saatchi & Saatchi, and their sister company Zenith, moved into Clarke Quay as the pioneers to develop a creative hub. Two years later, they were awarded Ad Age International Agency of the Year. They had taken over the karaoke Party Doll premises.
Ten years later, works were commenced to revamp the Clarke Quay area to give the place a better tenant mix. The development also saw major changes to the exterior and riverside areas.
In 2003, British architectural firm Alsop Architects was hired to revamp Clarke Quay. The firm was commissioned to redesign the shophouse facades, streetscapes and riverfront dining areas in two development phases. The newly redeveloped Clarke Quay consistently attracts over 2 million visitors a year and is a major social and tourist component of brand Singapore. Crucial to its success is the ingenious moderation of the micro-climate through the design of sophisticated shading and cooling systems which reduce the ambient temperature by 4 degrees Celsius while enhancing the riverfront and streets with tremendous visual interests. The project won in 2007 Cityscape Architectural Review Award (Tourism, Travel & Transport - Built) and the Cityscape Asia Awards, Best Waterfront Development in 2008.
The Satay Club and a number of establishments vacated Clarke Quay to make way for new tenants.
A new SOHO concept development cum shopping centre called Clarke Quay Central, above the MRT station, was completed in 2007.
In July 2012, Hong Kong lifestyle retail store GOD opened a 6,000 square foot flagship store in the Quay. It closed on 26 April 2015.
On 17 December 2016, Zouk opened at Clark Quay after moving from its previous location at Jiak Kim Road.
Kampong Glam:-
The word 'kampong' means "compound" in Malay, while 'gelam' refers to the long-leaved paperbark tree, commonly found in the area and used for boat-making.
Kampong Glam:-
Neighbourhood in Singapore, Centred on busy Arab Street, Kampong Glam is known as Singapore’s Muslim Quarter. It's 19th-century shophouses have been turned into stores selling textiles and casual restaurants serving spicy Malay and global fare. Notable landmarks here include the golden domed Sultan Mosque and the Malay Heritage Centre, where exhibits focus on local history. Clothing boutiques, street art and trendy cafes line Haji Lane.
Little India Singapore 🇸🇬:-
Little India is truly one of Singapore's most colourful historical districts. Lime pits, brick kilns and a race track once dotted the neighbourhood, and its streets thronged with herdsmen, merchants and garland makers plying their trade. To this day, this enclave of Indian culture retains its unique heritage.
•Why is it called Little India in Singapore?
Its location along the Serangoon River originally made it attractive for raising cattle, and trade in livestock was once prominent in the area. Eventually, other economic activity developed, and by the turn of the 20th century, the area began to look like an ethnic Indian neighbourhood.
Fort Canning Hill / Park:-
Fort Canning Hill, formerly Government Hill, Singapore Hill and Bukit Larangan (Forbidden Hill in Malay), or simply known as Fort Canning, is a prominent hill, about 48 metres (157 ft) high, in the southeast portion of Singapore, within the Central Area that forms Singapore's central business district.
The hill has a long history intertwined with that of the country due to its location as the highest elevation within walking distance to the city's civic district, within the Downtown Core. It is also a popular location for exhibitions, concerts and outdoor recreation.
Etymology:-
It was named after Viscount Charles John Canning, the first Viceroy of India. The Malays called the hill Bukit Larangan or Forbidden Hill since olden times. This is due to the belief that it is the place where the kings of ancient Singapore were laid to rest, and it was believed to be haunted.
It is also believed that a palace once stood on the hill. A settlement on the hill in the 14th century was referred to as Ban Zu (from the Malay pancur) by the Yuan dynasty traveller Wang Dayuan. Later, Sir Stamford Raffles built his residence there, which was also used by other Residents and Governors. It became known as Government Hill until it was renamed Fort Canning in 1861, when a military fort was built on the site. Today it is the location of both the Fort Canning Reservoir and Fort Canning Park.
Chinatown:-
Chinatown Singapore is famous for a lot of things such as Sri Mariamman Temple, Pinnacle@Duxton Skybridge, Buddha Tooth Relic Temple, Singapore City Gallery, Chinatown Street Market, Red Dot Design Museum, Thian Hock Keng Temple, NUS Baba House, etc. Lovers of culture looking to immerse themselves in Singapore's rich, multi-ethnic culture will find no better place than Chinatown. This beautiful district is the only Chinatown in the world to boast a Buddhist temple, mosque and Hindu temple along a single street.
Gardens By The Bay:-
The Gardens by the Bay is a nature park spanning 101 hectares (250 acres) in the Central Region of Singapore 🇸🇬, adjacent to the Marina Reservoir. The park consists of three waterfront gardens: Bay South Garden (in Marina South), Bay East Garden (in Marina East) and Bay Central Garden (in Downtown Core and Kallang). The largest of the gardens is the Bay South Garden at 54 hectares (130 acres) designed by Grant Associates. Its Flower Dome is the largest glass greenhouse in the world.
Thank you for all the great history and information. This will be so helpful for anyone visiting. Thanks for watching - Cheers!!
Absolutely gorgeous!
It is a beautiful city!!
Nice video of Singapore. Clarke Quay (is pronounced as "key"). You can have affordable and popular food at the many local hawker centres. For those who are not aware, you can use your credit card with pay wave function to tap at trains and buses. You could have went to the hawker place at Tekka Centre Little India :D Also there are many money changers in Singapore. It definitely gives you better rate and without the extra charges incurred for using your card overseas.
You missed going up to the biggest hawker centre/food centre in Singapore at the Chinatown Complex. You can have those food you had at the restaurant and other many food options in the hawker centre too :D
Thank you so much for all the great suggestions. If we would of had more time to visit we would have loved to visit these places and find the better deals. Cheers 🍻
Singapore is so nice it can seem fake.
Nice work on the edit!
Thank you, Dominic!!
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Great video! 👍
Thank you, Dan!!
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What a really great video of Singapore that combined the sights and sounds of the city, with useful and practical tips for your subscribers! You missed Botanic Gardens (UNESCO World Heritage site) though 😊. Beer is very expensive in Singapore because the government imposes especially punitive taxes on alcohol, cigarettes and perfume ! As a local, I don’t mind these taxes, because I don’t drink alcohol, I don’t smoke and above all, I don’t spray perfume on myself 😂
We had such a short stay we knew we would miss something! Thank you for watching and commenting!! ❤
Many Singaporean go to Johor Bharu, Johor DT Malaysia....
Looks amazing!
Loved the video, as always. You guys do amazing work!
The tree lighting and the laser show were so super cool! 😮😮😮
I’m glad they don’t really fine you for passing gas there, or I’d never be able to take my husband there. 😂🤣😂🤣
Brian…..I absolutely loved the look on your face when you took that first sip of beer. 😁🍺🍺🍺
Thank you for the bonus video this week. Safe travels!
Thank you for watching!! 😃 We hope to have more bonus videos in the coming months!!
You've gone to those touristy places for meals and drinks, so obviously, they'll be more expensive. Try Chinatown, Little India or venture further up north of the city and you'll find reasonably priced foods and more palatable.
We did that twice in the video! 🤣 Thank you for watching.
Keep in mind in Singapore the prices are in $$Sing Dollars… Basically $10 SGD is $7.40USD … $100SGD is $74USD… so prices are high, but not as bad as it sounds at first!
TIP… if you get outside of the Marina Bay Area prices are half… Even less than that when you’re completely out of the tourist areas…! I know as I’ve lived here 14 years.
Yes, we did find less expensive places to eat just outside of the city center. Thank you for watching.
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Fantastic food can be found at the hawker centres at extremely cheap prices - if you love Indian food the Tekka Centre gives you a wonderful choice. Some centres are abound with ticket touts but it is what it is. Eating can be done very cheaply in Singapore.
You are absolutely correct, Leon. Singapore doesn't have to be expensive! Thank you for adding this comment and watching our channel!
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@@BrianandCarrie Thank you - I really enjoyed your video, very interesting 🙂
Brian, I am with you...nope to heights! Singapore looks stunning! Would you say they are wheelchair friendly? I have so enjoyed your SE Asia series, thanks for sharing your travels with us. Big question...where are you going next? 🤩
Yes, Singapore is wheelchair friendly. We had a great time in SE Asia and now it is time to head back to Europe. After a short visit back home with friends and family we tour through central Europe and Italy. Thank you for watching!!
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@@BrianandCarrie OMG! Europe and Italy?! Can’t wait for that series! Enjoy your time with family and friends. 🥰
Thank you, Michelle! ❤
It's definitely expensive at the tourist spots especially premium area like MBS & GBTB.
Actually gum chewing is allowed, just dispose it properly but selling gum is not allowed. Passing gas is illegal? Where did you hear that from?
Clarke Quay - Quay pronounced as key in SG
If you drink beer at a hawker centre or local coffeshop, definitely way cheaper than you drink at some restaurants.
India food will be cheaper if you eat at the Tekka Food Centre but it's an open indoor food centre so it might be abit warm for you guys.
Besides the skywalk at the Supertree, there is also the observatory right at the top of the centre tallest grove. That is safe to watch from a height as you can watch indoor. The night show is actually only 10mins.
Thank you for the insights. Sometimes when a joke is made it goes unnoticed, such as passing gas. 😂
@@BrianandCarrie hmm yeah well did think of that as a joke but in consideration of your viewers, who knows someone might take it for real? Certainly do not want anyone with a sensitive tummy to start worrying 😂
That would be funny!! 😂
Awesome video
Thank you so much! Cheers 🍻
I think it is
I’m sorry you got to spend only a couple of days in Singapore, my home town. There’s plenty of places to explore, that’s not at the Marina or Orchard Road. Hawker food and stalls can be intimidating and the variety can be daunting to choose from.
Will be watching for your next video in Central Europe. Enjoy time home with family.
Thank you so much!! You have a beautiful country! We may be back for another 2 day layover soon! 😀
@@BrianandCarrieif you do a layover, you must check out Changi airport! You can spend a day or two in the airport as there’s plenty to do.
Your US hometown is only a 2.5 hour flight from me, SF Bay Area.
Our next video is all about our time in the Changi Airport! 😀
Oh Brian, you got me when saying "you get fined for passing gas" up until Carrie correcting you, lol. another great and in-depth video guys; great work as usual and it was very informative!
HA!! Thank you, Michael!! 😆❤
thanks for sharing ❤
Thanks so much for watching 😊
Hey guys what a video, as I said in last video we were there last Thurs Fri &Sat 8th 9th &10th so it was great following you around all the places we’d just seen. Sometimes it doesn’t show on videos but you could really feel the heat, we only had rain in the night it was scorching all the time. You’re right about the prices it really stings particularly if you’ve come from Vietnam where everything is so cheap. I think you 2 are great to watch you present everything so well and are a great team, never talking over each - it’s great to see.
BUT 😆 c’mon it’s pronounced Kee not Qway - you Yankees 😆
Here’s a quick one for ya - why can’t that bird on the sidewalk at the end get served a beer?
Because he’s a Minar 😂
🍺🍺🍺🍺. Cheers to you both
Kee? Qway? UHG!! 😆 We move around so much that it's hard to get it all right!! 😄 Beautiful city, we had such a great time! Thank you for watching. Your joke gave me a Minar chuckle. 😜
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Still the best travel channel on TH-cam! Question: Do you still prefer Europe (Algarve area) over everywhere else so far (if you had to choose a place to live?)
Yes, if we had to stop for an extended period of time we would still choose the Algarve region. Thank you for the kind words and your continued support. We very much appreciate it!! ❤
@@BrianandCarrie Over anywhere in SE Asia that you have visited this far?
Yes, the humidity and time zone from the West Coast of the US was a bit much for us. We can do it for 4 or 5 months but not much longer. We will be back in SE Asia next spring, however.
What kind of currency did you use? Love your videos!
We always take out the local currency from an ATM as soon as we arrive. Thanks so much for watching ☺
My wife and I love Japan, we think it is expensive, but we have been 4 times and plan to return, the prices you mention in this video of Singapore are way more than Japan, now we can go to Japan and feel like we are getting bargains!! 2 days in Singapore $1500 LOL
We will be in Japan in the spring of 2024. Nice to know it is less expensive than Singapore! 😆 Thank you for the comments, Klee!
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Nice video. Yeah, don't need to go up to mbs, save that money for some nice food. For me, I also don't go to those paid entrance in garden by the bay and yes, the light show in the garden and mbs are nice and worth to watch. Beer is expensive at the restaurant or pub. In fact, as a Singaporean, some stuffs like clothing's or shoes still cheaper than many other countries when there is a sales. Also try to go to the non tourist area, go to those local residential town and walk around. There are shopping center, coffeeshops etc.
Great tips! If we make it back we hope to spend more time out of tourist areas. Cheers!!
@@BrianandCarrie one example is IMM at Jurong East. Inside IMM there are outlet stores for some branded goods. You can Google IMM. The food or restaurant are affordable. Nearby also got some malls and local shops etc.
Thank you for finally staying up late!!!🎉😂😅. Where to next? Did I miss you saying your next destination?
Haha... every once and awhile we make it up past dark 🤣🤣. We have a video coming in a few weeks that we share our next 5 month plan. Cheers!!
Hello! I remember frantically googling prior to our flight into Singapore, if I was allowed to take my pack of gum. I decided to chuck it, though I found out later that it’s the sale of gum that’s illegal. Better to be safe than sorry!
Agreed, better safe than sorry 😐 now we know for next time we visit. Thanks so much for watching!
Would love to see the places you have rented. Bnb tours so we can have an idea of what is on offer and how much it costs.
Hi, Tammy. We do Airbnb tours and links to all of our accommodations in our monthly Cost of Living videos. We do all of our costs, including food, and entertainment in each of those videos. Thank you for watching!!
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Hi , just found you , have watched some of your first videos,,,, very good, me and my husband 65 yrs old have just retired. . We have done quite some traveling but never for more then 18 days….Except last August 2 months in Australia because our daughter as moved over there. We would love to go for a 2 months between January and march to avoid our winter, (Québec).
We’re would you recommend us? Thank you 🙏 😢
Thank you so much 😊. We loved our time in SE Asia and arrived in early January which was the perfect time. Southern Portugal is also a great location, but not as warm. Safe travels 😊
Hawker Centres are the way to go for cheap food & a Singaporean icon....not triple the price at all.
Good to know! Thank you for adding to the channel!❤
Great video. Were prepping our home to sell so we can follow in yours and others footsteps. What is a reccomended minimum budget you think for us to retire abroad doing the same more or less as you?
Thank you so much ☺. We try to keep our budget around $2400 a month on average (for both of us). We also have a budget of $5000 a year for flights (for both of us again as well). We find that by balancing our year with some less expensive locations and some more costly ones, we are able to keep this average monthly budget. Cheers 🍻
7:54 - - - Welcome to Singapore. A little misconception you have here. Chewing of gums on the streets is NOT illegal in Singapore and it is allowed. It's just that selling of gums is against the law here. You can still bring in a few loose sticks FOR YOUR OWN CONSUMPTION. Importing gums for the purpose of selling is not allowed. You can still get gums from some medical outlets if you have a prescription from a registered doctor.
The reasons why selling of gums here are banned are due to the way some uncivilised people disposed of their waste-gums. In the past before gums were banned, there were incidents where door sensors on trains were blocked by gum residues delibrately left by mischievious passengers thus causing train doors unable to shut resulted in disruptions in train services and delays for thousands of passengers. Another reason is that the govt has to spend hundreds of thousands of dollars if not million, into clearing waste-gums stuck on walkways or pedestrian walks, left by uncivilised people who spitted the gums onto the walkways adter chewing. Therefore, if you want chew gums in Singapore, be sure to dispose of your gums by wrapping it in a piece of tissue and dispose it off in a trash bin. In this way, you won't get into trouble with the law. Just imagine how you would curse when you accidentally step your expensive shoe on to a patch of gum just left by someone on the walkway, but today, that will never happen to you when you are in Singapore.
Thank you for the clarification! Singapore is a beautiful city so understandable why there are restriction.
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Thank you for praising my country.
For a $140 per nite , is reasonable awesome.. newer building n lobby .
If you travel to Cologne , budget for decent sft area , small chain hotel is tired looking ..
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