Right outside of this one church town of St Stephen is Bishan. Bishan is a large town with a lot of greenery and many temples and historical structures that can make the trip worthwhile. How To Get There Take MRT to Bishan MRT (green line). When There are a variety of times you can go here: a morning, night and early morning. The earlier in the day, the more pleasant the weather. It also depends on how much you want to walk around as the area can get crowded. Where To Eat Sai Kiang Restaurant If you want to experience street food and Thai food, then you will want to head to Sai Kiang. Best For: Thais and travellers who love street food. Not much English spoken here but luckily, the staff are able to translate for you. Where: It’s inside the Choi Hung Plaza (near a McDonald’s) next to the Bishan MRT. Junction 8 If you’re an avid reader or writer or photography enthusiasts, then this place is for you. It’s just past the Bishan Depot and right in front of Tai Yau Tong, a Buddhist temple. Junction 8 is a great place to shop, read, eat and relax after an hour’s walk from the MRT station. Best For: A local neighbourhood restaurant that offers Western and Asian cuisine that has been tested by people with adventurous palates and you can just enjoy the view of the entire town. How To Get There The local bus to Tiong Bahru is the 7. There are also buses that run every 20 minutes along Bishan St 71 towards to Rendel Park. Where To Eat The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf For local Singaporeans who love coffee and tea, this is the place to be. Best For: Singaporeans and travellers looking for a great place to get a good coffee and a meal. The coffee and food is delicious and the staff are very friendly. The food is of medium standard and the interior is very homey and very comfortable. Eiffel Tower Brasserie You might not expect to find French food here in Singapore but you can find it if you look hard enough. Best For: Travellers and people who love French food. You can enjoy the ambience of the restaurant but the food might not be of the same standard as other restaurants that serve it but it’s cheap. How To Get There Take MRT to Bishan MRT (green line). The Bishan Stop MRT is the closest stop to the restaurant. Nearby Places For people who are interested in travelling here after they go to Bishan, there are a lot of interesting places nearby. Sennett Estate is the surrounding area of Bishan, consisting of a cemetery, war memorials and an old church. Also, within walking distance from the MRT station are various shops and a variety of restaurants. There are 3 different types of shops – restaurants, cafes and groceries. It can be overwhelming for the first timers and can get a little difficult to navigate if you don’t know which way to turn. So, here are some signs of direction to make your trip easier. Tiong Bahru is an old area in Singapore with a very local feel to it. This area is also home to the famous Tiong Bahru Bakery, the Bishan Depot Markets and Tiong Bahru Park, a lush and green area with a variety of old architecture, which is open to the public and allows visitors to get a bit of peace and quiet. This area is great for a local meal or if you want a great place for snacks and ice creams. Here are just a few of the places you can visit: How To Get There Take MRT to Tiong Bahru station. Exit from Exit A. Tiong Bahru Park and the Tiong Bahru Bakery are just beside the Bishan Depot. There’s also a mosque right beside Tiong Bahru MRT station. Head towards the mosque and you can walk from the mosque to Tiong Bahru Park. It might seem hard to believe but sometimes the most expensive cities are actually the most beautiful places you can stay in when travelling. From beautiful vistas to exciting adventures, there are plenty of reasons why cities like Singapore and Thailand are worth the money you pay. In Singapore, the cost of renting an apartment could be up to $500 a month and there are many luxurious hotels in Singapore that would set you back around $400 or more for a night. It’s not as expensive as it sounds but it’s worth noting that these prices aren’t for a small one-night stay. So if you want to see this beautiful city, you’ll need to save up. Here are five reasons why your trip to Singapore is going to be worth it: 1. The Nature Within Did you know that Singapore has the largest natural forest within an urban area in the world? There is no doubt that this tropical island has an amazing environment. Here are some lovely pictures of the city: The nature within Singapore is one of the reasons it’s one of the most famous and beautiful cities in the world. If you look carefully you can spot Singapore’s national animal, the flying lemur in many of the photos. 2. A Unique Flair Singapore is known for its many attractions and its many attractions that visitors can’t get enough of. Here’s a brief overview: 3. The View Of The Airport In Flight There is a view of Singapore’s Changi Airport in flight that will make you want to take a flight to Singapore. Singapore’s economy is booming and so is the tourist industry. The city is known for its many attractions and for Singapore to still be growing at such a fast rate, there must be a lot to do in the city. There is no doubt that Singapore is one of the most famous cities in the world and it has been a popular place for travellers since ancient times. Singapore is a place where people can enjoy life and not worry about what they need to pack or what they need to do. How To Get There You can fly into Singapore by yourself from all over the world, or by bus if you’re visiting Asia and have already been to neighbouring countries. Also, you can rent a car or take a taxi if you prefer. Where To Stay Whether you’re looking to stay at the top of Singapore or stay at a budget hotel, there are plenty of cheap places you can stay. You can check out the different accommodation options here. You can start out at the Singapore Youth Hostel, where the rooms are clean and basic. For people who need a place to stay for longer periods, you can check out The Sofitel Singapore on Orchard. This luxurious hotel will make you feel like royalty, with rooms that provide a sense of luxury at every turn. Even though you can enjoy Singapore for the cheap price tag that you get for travelling there, it’s important to make sure that you don’t go overboard with your spending. Remember that every time you spend money on travelling, you’re also giving the next person a chance to visit. Therefore, you should be judicious with what you’re spending and still be able to have a memorable vacation. 1. Singapore Is A City In Singapore, there is no shortage of entertainment. There are plenty of concerts, festivals and events to enjoy. There are great food and food stalls, cultural and spiritual festivals. Of course, most people are coming to Singapore for the amazing nightlife. Singapore nightlife is one of the best in Asia. It’s an exciting, fun and cheap nightlife that’s very popular. There are cheap prices for drinks, the environment is good and there’s never a dull moment at night. This city also has different areas for nightlife and you can see people in the popular districts that work or travel. There are also some interesting areas that are more residential and you might even see couples kissing or getting cozy in cars. 2. No City Is Perfect No matter how wonderful a city is, if you go there expecting to see all the highlights, you may be disappointed. There will always be those attractions that are better than others. Singapore has many, many attractions that draw tourists. Some of these are – Changi Airport – Orchard Road – Sentosa – Marina Bay A lot of people enjoy a city with no traffic and Singapore has that. You can also take the MRT which goes right to the centre of the city. You can easily go from one area of the city to another without any problems. Singapore has good transportation and transportation is the best way to see a city. The weather in Singapore is good, and if you’re going during the colder months you’ll need to bundle up but Singapore is a very warm and hot place. 3. The Food Is Amazing Of course, we’re all thinking about what kind of food