Singapore Holidays

An eclectric mix of cultures blend together to give Singapore a unique and unparalleled cross section of race, religion and tradition. Experience the modern face of the financial district, the world's busiest port, or discover Chinatown. From the colonial grandeur of Raffles Hotel to the tranquility of the Botanical Gardens, Singapore has become an ideal gateway for visitors to Asia.

Best Time To Visit: Year round. Lying just north of the equator. Singapore basks in year-round sunshine, cooled down by occasional rainfall.

Time Difference: GMT +8 hours.

Visas: Visas are not required for British passport holders up to a maximum stay of 28 days.

Language: Bahasa Malay, Chinese dialects and Tamil. English is widely spoken.

Currency: Singapore Dollar.

Flight Information: Direct airlines include Singapore Airlines, Qantas and British Airways, Emirates and Qatar Airways have great connections through Dubai and Doha and Malaysia Airlines fly via Kuala Lumpur.

Flying Time: Approx 13 hours.

1. Sipping a Singapore Sling at the Long Bar of Raffles Hotel.

2. Cruising from Clarke Quay to Boat Quay and dining by the riverside.

3. Trekking through natural rainforest to Singapore's highest point at Bukit Timah.

4. Exploring the diverse cultures in Little India, Chinatown and Arab Street.

5. Visiting Club Street, with its lively bars and restaurants.