Singapore

Karaoke is one of those things that immediately come to mind when we think of Asia. Since the 1970’s karaoke has spread throughout most of the continent turning from phenomena to culture. In Singapore, the karaoke culture is strong with an abundance of bars to sing your heart out in. …

The most traditional, important, and longest of all Chinese holidays, the Chinese New Year is celebrated in all countries with a significant population of Chinese. With that being said, some amazing New Year celebrations are found outside of China from New York to Sydney. In fact, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Hong …

If you haven’t already heard, the seventh lunar month of the Chinese calendar begins this month, marking the period of the Holy Ghost. A suspicious time of year, this festival is celebrated by Taoists, Buddhists, and Chinese folk religion believers who believe the gates of hell open during this month …

August 9th marks a special occasion for Singaporeans; the celebration of their nation’s independence. In 1965, the country split from Malaysia to become strong and independent. Most countries celebrate their independence day with family and friends, but Singapore’s day brings the whole nation together. It is a one city country …

Singapore’s wealth is creating one entertaining country and the growth of Sentosa Island is a perfect example. A playground for adults and children, Sentosa Island is the Disney World of Asia offering a mix of everything, such as, theme parks, spa retreats, rainforests, sandy beaches, resorts, golf courses, and luxurious …

Commonly called ‘Buddha’s Birthday’, Vesak is actually the celebration of the birth, enlightenment and death of Buddha and, unlike the birth and death of Christ, is celebrated as one occasion. Buddhism is one of Southeast Asia’s major religions, second to Islam which is predominant in Indonesia, Brunei and Malaysia. As …

The Tamil Thanksgiving of good harvests, Pongal, originated in South India, but today expands to several countries where Tamils have migrated.  In Singapore, for example, it is one of the largest Hindu festivals celebrated considering the large population of Tamils. The Pongal Festival begins on the 10th Tamil month, known …

The world’s first park for nocturnal animals opened in Singapore in 1994. As a winner of the Singapore Tourism Board’s Best Visitor Attraction Experience, Night Safari attracts 1.1 million visitors annually. It’s 35 hectares of forest homes over 2,000 animals of a hundred or so different species. Considered one of …

Southeast Asian countries experience a mix of hot temperatures, high levels of humidity, and healthy amounts of rain. The varying degrees of this mix usually define seasons, like wet and dry, as in the Philippines. Singapore, however, does not have clear cut seasons, as it can be hot in the …

The Singapore Street Festival, a non-profit organization, was founded and inaugurated in 2002 by Annie Pek, a well known producer. Its mission from the start was to provide young teens the chance to exhibit their talents and skills through performing arts, visual arts, fashion, technology, and sports, to name a …

Compared to neighboring Asian countries, Singapore has the strongest diversity. In many diverse cities, there are neighborhoods where distinct ethnic groups migrate to. New York has Koreatown, Little Italy, and Little Brazil, to name a few. Singapore has Chinatown, Little India, and Kampong Glam, each staying true to their respective …

Singapore can attract tourism solely on shopping because there is something for everyone, everywhere. From hi tech electronics to designer clothing, trendy to vintage, shopping centers, malls, and markets run rampant in the city. The following places are the best options for spending or just browsing: 1) Orchard Road Listed …