Discover The Allure Of Southeast Asia With Singapore Tours!

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An integral component of what the West collectively recognises as ‘the Orient’, Southeast Asia has undergone a rapid change of image in the minds of Westerners and others unfamiliar with the region. What was earlier a land of primitive exotica is today perceived as an important hub of modern business and progress. Singapore lies of course at the eye of this transformation, with literally millions coming to visit each year; and justifiably so. Singapore is a delight for those who love to eat, who love to shop, and those who would love to discover the nuances of an alien culture in familiar, urban settings. A Singapore tour should be on everyone’s agenda.

For one, Singapore is the most well known ‘city state’ in the entire world. It is also that point on the world map where Western progress successfully marries the traditions of the East. There are few competitors to Singapore’s prowess of tourism, Dubai being a very close contender, and yet Singapore manages to attract as many as ten million visitors in a single year. The authorities have also been quick to recognise the importance of this influx to the Singaporean ...
... economy, and have taken more than adequate measures to ensure that you remain comfortable in Singapore during your stay there. Medical tourism is also another fast growing economic sector in Singapore, with several overseas patients arriving in Singapore every day to avail of the advanced medical infrastructure. This sector alone contributes around three million dollars annually to Singapore’s financial reserves. Singapore might be a chaotic city, but the state of the art health services, such as allopathy and, more importantly, various forms Eastern medicine, will have you feeling fit as a fiddle! You might also choose to educate yourself using Singaporean highly advanced, globally popular educational infrastructure, which trains about 1,00,000 new students every year from other countries.

How can one possibly talk about the East without talking about the food? Singaporean cuisine is more than just a certain type of food; it’s an ever evolving gastronomic phenomenon that combines the best elements of Indian, Malay, Cantonian and Chinese elements. With the persistent influence of the West, the culinary façade of Singapore is constantly changing, which is the beauty of the entire thing. Everything on your plate will be unique and meticulously prepared to meet the best standards, not to mention downright tasty! Singapore is also home to some refreshing beverages, such as the world famous brand of Tiger Beer. Speaking of such beverages, a good way to sample them in Singapore is to head out on an excursion of the city’s nightlife, which is sure to leave you stunned in the most positive way.

If you thought that the Asian Southeast was all about rainforests, peasant food and farming, you’re wrong. Though, don’t take our word for it. Find out for yourself by booking yourself for one of those holiday packages to Singapore today!

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Ninad Chaudhari works as a Web UI Designer / Developer with Cox & Kings. Ninad is an ardent photographer and loves to travel on holiday packages all over the world. His albums are replete with awesome pictures of his recent tours to Singapore.