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About Singapore
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A city of possibilities, Singapore is the epitome of contemporary Asia. Dynamic, vibrant and bustling with endless activity, feel the pulse of one of Asia’s best where class, chic and culture blend seamlessly. State of the art facilities, professional services and security provides the fabric for a well serviced experience.
Location
Singapore lies 137km (85 miles) north of the Equator. Neighbouring countries are Malaysia and Thailand to the north, the Philippines to the north-east and Indonesia to the south. Singapore is connected to Malaysia by the Johore Causeway, a 1km ¾ mile) road and rail “bridge”.
Visas
For stays of less than 90 days, a visa is not required for most travellers from Commonwealth countries, the European Union, and North America. Some travellers holding travel documents issued by certain countries may require a visa to enter Singapore.
Currency
The Singapore dollar is a unit of money. It is available in denominations of 2, 5, 10,50,100,1000 and 10,000 notes. Approximate currency exchange S$1 = US$0.65/ €0.48.
Credit cards are accepted in major hotels as well as shopping malls. Cash and travellers cheques can be exchanged in licensed exchange offices and international hotels.
Taxes
A 10% service charge and 7% goods and services tax, is applicable in most hotels and some private restaurants.
Climate
The climate is tropical with average daily temperature at 27°C (80°F) year round.
Time Zone
GMT + 8 hours
Voltage
220/440 volts |
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