11 things to know before visiting Singapore

On September 28, to mark the 15th anniversary of the development of the Sino-Singapore Tianjin Eco-City, the Sino-Singapore Friendship Garden was officially opened as a symbol of the good ties between the two countries.

In the evolving landscape of post-Covid travel, Hilton has cast its spotlight on a new demographic, the “GenerAsian Traveler.” Hilton says this group is driven by a strong desire for self-discovery and a deep interest in exploring their cultural and ancestral roots through travel.

In my tiny home country of Singapore, we're all obsessed with overseas travel. Our closets are stuffed with a baffling quantity of winterwear, considering we live in year-round tropical heat. Supermarkets stack suitcases for sale next to carts of durians. Grocery runs to neighboring Malaysia are weekly affairs. A study by Visa once ranked Singaporeans the most frequent leisure travelers in the world. But when the 2020 lockdown happened, we were forced to do something we'd never done before: look inward and consider what our own 280 square miles had to offer.

As flight technology advances (such as being able to hold more and burn less fuel) and long-haul carriers make improved efforts to provide a more comfortable journey (be that with jet lag–reducing lighting, serving healthier food, and enhancing business-class and economy seats for a more comfortable journey), the longest flights in the world are gradually getting even longer. The lengthiest now connect cities on opposite sides of the globe and are upwards of 17 hours.

As Insider's travel reporter in Singapore, I've flown on more than 20 flights to nine different countries this year. Recently, I've flown to countries like Indonesia, Cambodia, and Vietnam, mostly on budget airlines. 

If you know me, you know how much I love planes, and as an AvGeek to the core, it gives me joy to share my love of everything aviation.

In September, a Japanese tourist in Singapore got a nasty shock when her restaurant bill came up to $1,000 after she ordered a chili-crab dish costing about $680. 

Nestled on Sentosa Island, a popular resort destination located off Singapore's southern coast, Capella Singapore is the perfect place to retreat from the big city bustle. Covering 30-acres of lush rainforest that look out onto the South China Sea, this luxurious hotel provides an idyllic escape to rest and recharge. Here are 4 reasons to book a weekend at Capella Singapore.

More than 400 global travel leaders have arrived in Singapore today for the start of the annual Web in Travel (WiT) conference.  In response to the rapid acceleration of AI, this year’s event is dedicated to taking control of its growing presence in travel. The event, titled ‘The Human Revolution’ and taking place from October 2-4, will focus on the scale of change within the travel industry and the ongoing evolution of artificial intelligence.  It seeks to find a solution in how humans and machines can work together to bring personal, authentic and imaginative experiences to travellers – but recognising that humans need to push the capabilities of technology, rather than the other way around. 

One of the leading financial capitals in the world, with a bustling trading port and an award-winning airport to boot, Singapore attracts a lot of visitors each year. Last year, the city-state saw 6 million travelers pass through for business and leisure tourism. Singapore’s small size, coupled with a density of attractions, makes it the perfect place for an extended stopover. Next time you fly to Asia, spend a few days exploring this dynamic, futuristic city: here’s how to make the most of 72 hours in Singapore.

Singapore is often ranked as one of the most expensive cities in the world to live in. While prices in Singapore are akin to most other major international cities, most travelers feel the pinch when doing a Southeast Asian jaunt where neighboring countries are generally much cheaper to visit in comparison.

Once upon a time, Uzbekistan was a real hassle to visit. Travelers faced labyrinthine and opaque visa processes, expensive letters of invitation and complicated registration requirements. Luckily, those days are long gone. Uzbekistan now makes life as easy as it can for tourists, starting with a streamlined visa process.