Singapore- 6) City Walk-from Clarke Quay to Chinatown

On this sunny day I walked from my hotel to Speakers' Corner which is next to the Clarke Quay MRT station. I had passed it earlier but now wanted to take a closer look at the building with plants on each balcony. From there, I walked along the main street to reach Chinatown. The town was decorated with many dragons since 2024 is the Year of the Dragon in the Chinese calendar. The dragons made Chinatown colorful and festive. My photos captured many colorful buildings in different styles. Notable landmarks include the Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and the Sri Mariamman Temple. I also get to watch the services going on at the time inside the Buddha Tooth Relic Temple.

Singapore-5) Marina Bay at Night

 Walking around Marina Bay at night was a stunning and vibrant experience with various attractions and sights. The Marina Bay Sands Light and Water Show; Marina Bay Sands Hotel; ArtScience Museum (The lotus-shaped building); Helix Bridge (This pedestrian bridge is illuminated by a series of changing lights); Merlion Statue and Marina Bay Promenade Cityscape Views.  The temperature was much pleasant than during the daytime and it is also much quieter time.

Singapore- 4) Gardens by the Bay Light Show

Gardens by the Bay is a renowned horticultural attraction in Singapore, featuring the iconic Supertree Grove. One of its most popular attractions is the "Garden Rhapsody" light and sound show. It happens twice nightly typically at 7:45 PM and 8:45 PM. The light show is set against the backdrop of the towering Supertrees, which range from 25 to 50 meters in height.

The light display is perfectly synchronized with a musical soundtrack. Themes have included classical music, popular hits, and cultural pieces. The Supertrees are illuminated with a stunning array of colors and patterns, creating a mesmerizing visual experience. The lights are choreographed to the music, enhancing the overall impact.

The show is free to attend to all visitors.

Singapore- 3) View from Ce La Vi Roof Top Bar

 The Ce La Vi Roof Top Bar in Singapore, located on the 57th floor of the Marina Bay Sands SkyPark, offers stunning panoramic views of the city. Here are some of the key sights you can see from my photos.

Marina Bay; Gardens by the Bay; Singapore Flyer; Merlion Park; Central Business District (CBD); Singapore River; Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay; South China Sea; Sentosa Island and Residential and Urban Landscape.

Ce La Vi Roof Top Bar

Singapore- 2) Singapore at Night

The view of Singapore from CE LA VI Sky Bar at Marina Bay Sands was spectacular, especially at night! For the $30 I got to access the rooftop bar, the amount is credited towards your drink and food.

From there, I saw the Singapore skyline illuminated with countless lights, including iconic buildings like One Raffles Place, the UOB Plaza, and the OCBC Centre. A stunning view of Marina Bay Sands, the ArtScience Museum, the Singapore Flyer, Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay, and the Spectra Light and Water Show. Additionally, you can marvel at Gardens by the Bay with its Supertree Grove, Flower Dome, and Cloud Forest conservatories.  From there you can also see the MBS Spectra Light and Water Show by Marina Bay Sands.  

View from CE LA VI Skybar

MBS Spectra Light and Water Show

Singapore-1) Changi International Airport -The most beautiful Airport in the World

Singapore Changi Airport often said is the world's most beautiful and one of the best airports. One of the most iconic features of Changi is the Jewel, a multi-use complex that connects three of its terminals. Jewel boasts the world’s tallest indoor waterfall, the Rain Vortex, which is surrounded by a lush indoor forest known as the Shiseido Forest Valley. The complex also includes a large array of dining, shopping, and entertainment options.  Before my departure, I too got my obligatory tourist shot with the water fall.

Travel in Australia as a Tourist

Foreigners need a visa or an approved Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) to enter Australia. You can apply for the visa online through the Department of Home Affairs, and it will be registered to your passport number. There is a $15 fee for the application. It is recommended to apply ahead of time before your travel.

In Sydney, the main public transportation is Tram and Ferry.  You can use any touchless card to pay for it.

For Tram you will by tapping on and tapping off at Opal readers which is on the Tram platform.  Contactless payments are accepted on all public transport in the Opal network and you pay same fair as an Adult Opal card.