Synopses & Reviews
The Cinderella of Asian cities, Singapore has shrugged off its reputation for being boring and stepped into the 21st century with style. As well as being one of the world"s premier fashion and food centres, the city now excites travellers with a buzzing bar scene, hip modern arts and a cultural mix like no other. Want a piece of the Singapore action? Then let this guide show you a good time.
Shop Till You Drop - the best bargains or a high- end fashion spree: shopping to suit any credit card limit
Rest Your Head - in-depth accommodation listings for small or big budgets
Travel Your Tastebuds - from Sichuan to satay
Beat Your Own Path - plot your day using detailed maps of the city
Get Out Of Town - head out from the high-rises and explore the city"s surrounds
Review
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Synopsis
Discover SingaporeTake in the scent of spices as you trawl through the five-foot-ways of Little India
Ride the MRT out to little-visited Singapore surprises
Discover why locals leave food out on the streets during the Hungry Ghost Festival
Wok-fry your own way to food nirvana
In This Guide:
Two authors (including a resident), over 900 hours of in-city research, 47 durians consumed
Expanded coverage of neighborhoods including two new walking tours and three new excursions
Cultural insights and local secrets from a comedian, a curator, a theater director, a writer and a scholar
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