On Cigarettes in Singapore
by msdiane_ph
Tobacco products are allowed entry, subject to certain conditions:
http://app.ica.gov.sg/travellers/entry/d...
Travellers can bring in cigarettes that do not have the “Singapore Duty Not Paid” marking or the prefix ‘E’ printed on the packet. However they must declare the cigarettes and proceed to pay duty and GST accordingly. More information can be found at the Singapore Customs website at www.customs.gov.sg
Generally, there are 4 types of dutiable goods in Singapore as follows.
Intoxicating liquors, including spirits, wine, beer, ale and stout;
Tobacco, including cigarettes and cigars;
Motor spirit; and
Motor cars and motorcycles/motor scooters
Please approach ICA officer at the Red Channel for payment of duty and GST if you have dutiable goods which exceed the GST relief or duty-free concession. It is an offence to proceed to the Green Channel for clearance if you have items that are subject to payment of duty/GST.
Cigarettes (1 gm or less)
Customs Duty: Nil
Excise Duty: 35.2 cents for every gram or part thereof of each stick of cigarette 4 months ago
Source(s):
http://www.ica.gov.sg
http://www.customs.gov.sg Never been there .. I just surf at the net about the general tips that anyone show know.
Revolutionizing air travel
by trisanna
The discount airlines have revolutionized travel in Singapore. If you are here in Singapore -you could affordably add a weekend to Bangkok, Phuket or Hong Kong-especially if you book in advance.
Valuair-fly to Jakarta, Perth, Hong Kong, Bangkok (a high end discount carrier)
www.valuair.com.sg
Jet Star Asia-owned by Qantas. Flies to Manila, Bangkok, Hong Kong, Taipei
www.jetstarasia.com
Tiger Airways-owned by Singapore Airlines. They have lots of promotions and cheap deals. They fly to Phuket, Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Hat Yai, Manila, Ho Chi Minh and Hanoi.
www.tigerairways.com
Air Asia-they fly to phuket and bangkok from Singapore. The majority of their flights are from Senai(Johur Baru) and Kuala Lumpur.
www.airasia.com
Orient Thai-not really a discount, but more affordable flights compared to the big carriers to Bangkok. Plus they are the only semi discount that flies 747s.
www.orient-thai.com
Chinese Funeral
by phil_uk_net
A Chinese funeral cortege. When I saw this procession coming towards me I didn't realise what it was until it had almost passed by. The mourners at the front are pulling the decorated carriage along with ropes. Behind this, pall bearers are carrying the coffin. Behind them are more mourners, I suspect close relatives as some were dressed in brown sack material to cover their heads and were more emotional than the other mourners.
Flats
by snuggie
Majority of Singaporeans live in flats and hence you are able to see tall blocks of flats in all kinds of colours around Singapore. If you have the extra time to spare,do look carefully at these flats, they are all different.
Light and Comfortable
by rhaps0dies
It's mostly sunny all year round. Ideally pack clothes that are light and comfortable, i.e. shorts, t-shirts, loafers/slippers.
Certain dining outlets and clubs (especially those at hotels) have dress codes, so do bring along something semi-formal, such as long pants and covered shoes for men. Ladies seldom have a hard time getting in to such places. For the men, some of these venues that require a certain dress code may turn you away even though you're tourists, so just be mindful.
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The botanical gardens, Singapore.
...and the one you actually end up with!
My Wife, Khushboo at Singapore Flyer
Merlion Walk, Sentosa, Singaopore
