Singapore

Cosmopolitan Singapore is an intoxicating blend of traditional and modern, east meets west and conceals a multitude of attractions behind its hi-tech façade.
A unique, dynamic city with contrast and colour, Singapore has plenty to offer its visitors: everything from culture and cuisine to arts and architecture. Serene gardens reside among sleek skyscrapers, and a Chinese temple, Muslim mosque, Hindu temple and Christian church all sit beside each other in the same neighbourhood. Made up of one main island and 63 surrounding islets, Singapore is located at the southern tip of the Malay Peninsula, with Indonesian islands to the south, and Thailand and the Philippines to the north. The city's location, friendly people, excellent facilities, shopping, fascinating cultures and tourist attractions ensure it's a prime destination. And you really can't leave without a taste of the famous Singapore Sling.

Making the most of Singapore

A relatively small city, Singapore is big on experiences and attractions. Set on the Straits of Malacca, it's a melting pot of cultures including Chinese, Malay, Indian and Eurasian.Tucked away among its skyscrapers and shopping malls are relics of a colonial past, epitomised perhaps by Raffles Hotel, named after the island's founder. Make sure you visit Singapore's Night Safari, the world's first zoo of its kind, and watch the graceful movements of t'ai chi in the Botanical Gardens.Take a cable car from Mount Faber to Sentosa, a great day out for the whole family with Underwater World, Butterfly Park, Insect Kingdom and Volcano Land to name but a few of its attractions.