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Dress for tropics Singapore
19 Reviews A small backpack to keep your camera, purse and other small items in, l found carrying anything around at all will add to your discomfort as it is so hot there. Even with a backpack the humidity makes...
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Umbrella and Raingear Singapore
10 Reviews Umbrella or rain gear should be handy if you are visiting Singapore. Weather in Singapore changes very quickly and that too without warning. Though there is nothing to worry as such because the rains...
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We had a backpack in Singapore since we had just finished our trip around Europe... If you are staying in a hotel I don't think it really matters what type of bags you take though... Take some 'cool' clothes because it is REALLY hot and humid in Singapore... A tripod is a good idea so you can take some night photos...along with a zoom lens for those far away photos... :)
Cotton T-shirt, jeans, khakis, sandals, rain coat, umbrella, sunscreen, sunglasses, probably one set of formal wear if go for expensive stuff. Not recommended as you can get the toiletries easily here.Please note that prescription-only-medicines can only be purchased with a valid prescription. Probably spare film as the price of the film in Singapore is more expensive compared to Malaysia. Swimming costume if you would like to go to swimming pool :) Pack as light as possible.I don't think guide book is necessary as Singapore is small enough for easy exploration.
Because Singapore is a shoppers paradise and because you can buy almost anything you could ever imagine, you should prepare to take extra bags with you or you could just buy some extra bags from Singapore. :-) Good shoes are always handy. Best way to explore Singapore is by foot.
Backpack while sightseeing is a good idea (make sure you don't place valuable items in visible pockets). Comfortable leisure wear is suitable. Cotton products are great when it's humid. A light sweater, rain jacket and perhaps a jumper is advisable too for those 'just in case' moments.
It's very very humid, so take some cool clothing! Skirts definitely beat trousers - less sticky. The sun is very powerful, so don't forget the sun cream. We were warned to take a jacket, due to the air conditioning being a bit severe, but to be honest, they stayed in the suitcase for the whole stay!Comfortable shoes are a must - we did a lot of walking around.Oh yes, and take an umbrella - I've never seen such heavy rain!!
The second time I went to Singapore, I arrived but my luggage decided to go to Frankfurt, Germany. I had nothing with me and had to shop for clothing and sundries in a country where everbody is size two. Eventually, a saleswoman took pity on me when I wandered finally into the Metro store at Marina Square. So-- I wasn't a fashion plate.What I learned from this experience: When traveling with someone you live with (in my case, my husband) pack half of each of your things in one bag and half in the other. That way you both have things to wear if one pice of luggage is wayward. I have done this on every trip since my Singapore experience..
There is a fairly happy end to the story of the lost luggage. I photo copied all the receipts for the clothing I bought in Singapore. There were two for each item-- the charge slip for my credit card and the store receipt. I sent them to Delta (the airline that I flew on from Washington, D.C. to New York, since they were to airline that didn't get my luggage to Singapore Airlines on time). I received a reply from Delta that since the clothing was wearable they would only reimburse me for 80% of the cost. But whoever handled it was so stupid (what else) that all of the receipts were added up (both store and credit card receipts). Then 80% of the total was sent to me by check, so I wound up with 160% of what I spent.Sometimes it pays to lose your luggage.
Dress light and cool to beat the weather (e.g. Loose & comfy tees, shorts, bermudas etc.) Do wear comfy walking shoes or sandals if ur gonna do a lot of walking. It's a gd habit to carry a light umbrella at all times since the weather is rather unpredictable! So don't let rain or shine spoil yr day here! For the same reason, a cap and a pair of shades will be gd too! Since SG is near the equator, the sun can be rather glaring in the afternoon. For the fairer readers, don't forget to pack in sunblock especially if u intend to spend long hours under the sun! I think it's a common mistake to OVERPACK! Worry not for it really convenient to buy all sorts of stuff in Singapore. For those who r not used to the warm b humid weather here, do get St Luke's Prickly Heat Powder [available in most grocery stores n supermarkets] to beat the heat!! As a matter of fact, I use it everyday after...
it's generally fine to wear light clothings (due to the humid climate). however, do check out the weather report for showers. bring some long-sleeved items if u plan to visit religious places (mosque, temples, etc). medical care is excellent here with phamacies well-stocked with medical items. do get some creams for mosquito bites, through. it's good to carry with you loose charges or coins if u want to use the local transport (buses, MRT, LRT). Do try to get a bus guide as well. Also, take note of the taxi charges when u take one. (esp. the additional charges for ERP, CBD, airport, midnite charges)
Since Singapore is located near the equator, you can expect that the country is warm and humid. Usually tempature ranges from 24 degrees to 34 degrees. So light clothing is advisable. Do bring along an umbrella in case it rains. Especially during Nov to Jan. But then again, nowadays the weather system is going a bit haywire, so it is hard to say. :p (Additional point: For adults in Singapore, raincoat is not the common 'rain-blocking weapon'. Usually school children are the ones who wear raincoat. Adults usually use umbrella.)
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Q: We are flying into Singapore and will then be travelling onto Malaysia. We would like to visit Malacca, KL and Penang/Georgetown....
A: Trains quite OK. The Malaysian Railways KTM offer both day trains and night trains to Kuala Lumpur, with quite comfortable 1st class seating and sleeping cars...
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