SINGAPORE & MALAYSIA  JAN 2016

Exchange Rate on 30 Dec 2015

 Singapore $

1 S$ =  Rs 47.47        100 Rs= 2.11 S$ 

Malaysia  Ringget

1 Ringget =  Rs 15.82  100 Rs= 6.33 R

30 Dec Dep DELHI by Malaysian Airline Flt MH 191 at 21.25 pm

31 Dec Arrival KL  05.15

   Dep KL by MH 601       at 08.05

   Arr Singapore MH 601 at 0905

Taxi to Hotel takes 12 mins and costs 14 $ 

   Santa Grand HOTEL East Coast

   171 East Coast Road (Superior Room)

   Singapore 428877  Ph 6563446866

The room was good. Breakfast was Good. There was Electric Kettle for Tea with coffee and tea bags.  

It is better to take Hotel and see whatever you want.

Take a 12$ Card for use in Metro and Bus. Recharge it when reqd. It is cheaper and very easy to travel by MRT. Buses are real good and easy to travel. Return the Card and get your 5$ Security amount back.

Today we relaxed after flt and in AN went to China Town and had street food.

 

Later went to see the Fountain show at Marina Bay Hotel area. The show is good with lazer beams and a small story line.

01 Jan 2016  Today we went to Faber wave, walked a bit and had coffee at the Resturant at end of our Walk.

 

Later went to Marina Bay to see the famous Merlion and also saw two free musical shows in Open air theater.

 

02 Jan 2016. Went to very charming Botanical Gardens. There is a section for Orchid Flowers for which there is a Entry ticket. For us as senior Citizen is was 1$, else 5$. Must see this section full of many varieties of Orchid Flowers.

later we went to Little India for a excellent Indian food in a small restaurant. After Lunch we went to Marina bay gardens. there is a small light show with giant trees. It is a free show.

03 Jan 2016 Today we went to thereafter  went to airport.

         Dep by Air Asia

        Flt AK733 at 16.25

         Arrival Langkawai at 17.55

         FAVE Hotel (Superior )

         Lot 119 Pantai Tengah

         Daerah  Langkawi 0700

         Ph 6049556600 

The Hotel Room was good. Breakfast was more oriented to local tourist. There was variety but majority was local food like rice, chicken/fish/potato dishes. 

4 Jan  : 1100 hrs started for  Half day Round Island tour. went to Underworld , which is a Aquarium.

 Then went to Batik Handi craft center. There after drove to Eagle Square.

We were then taken to Duty Free Mall and  Cable Car with Sky Bridge, Cable car takes you up the mountain in two parts and from top you can do the walk on sky bridge by paying 5 RM.

View from Top

Sky Bridge

Top of  Cable Car Station

    

5 Jan  : We were picked up at 8.40pm and taken to a jetty. we got into a speed boat with 4 other passengers. first stop was for Fresh water Lake.

 
You buy the entrance ticket of RM 6 each and walk about a km. You then come to Lake. It has clear water and you can swim or bpat. Be aware of monkeys, they will snatch from your hands any plastic bag that you carry. There after you see Eagle feeding. the boat men throw pcs of meat in water and Eagles come to take these.

Lastly you are taken to another Island where you can swim.You need to carry your water and snacks.

6 Jan  : Morning was free. we went to beach very close to Hotel. We walked for about one hour and returned. At 3 PM we were picked up for Mangrove Tour. after a drive of half hour we got into a boat with 8 passengers.

First halt was Bat caves were small Bats hang from cave tops. Then we drive along mangrove vegetation to fish farm. You can see various types of fish . the fish farm is based on floating rafts. There after to are taken to see Eagle feeding and a boat ride. return to hotel by 7.30 pm.

7 Jan  : Transfer to Airport for Flt to KL

    MH 1447 at 12.50 Arr at 14.00  at KL                    

    

     Grand Seasons Hotel

    72,Jalan Pahang 5300, Ph 60326978888

A very big hotel. Very Good Room and excellent Break Fast with wide variety .

 Night tour  with dinner. Pick up was at 7PM , went for short half hour walk in China Town, then went to Petronas Towers and had Indian Dinner. This is not a worth tour for its cost. Petronas towers are better viewed from Hotel. Suggest take day tour.

            

8 Jan   : Picked up at 9AM. then went to see Tin Factory , which is a good to see.

 There after had a short stop at Batik Shop and went to Batu Caves. Climbed 100 stairs ans saw main cave only. Returned to Hotel at 1 PM and




were picked up for airport at 1.30 PM.
Checked in early for  Flt MH190

   Departed at  at 17.05

  Arrived at  Delhi at 20.05

Cost of Travel for 2

Air Tickets             73918.00

Hotel Singapore      23000.00

Pkg Malaysia          41000.00

Food                   164$ plus 150RM =10108

Misc                    38$+ 140RM =4026
Taxi to n from airport   1100.00

TOTAL              1,30,000.00

 You may Note this for Singapore Travel.

Free Things in Singapore

Admire the supertrees at Gardens by the Bay

You’ll have to fork out extra to enter the conservatories and the treetop walkway at showstopping eco park Gardens by the Bay, but it doesn’t cost a cent to wander through the Outdoor Gardens in Bay South. Swing by just before 7.45pm or 8.45pm daily to get the best vantage spot for the captivating daily 15minute sound and light shows.

Stroll among overgrown tombs at Bukit Brown Cemetery

First established in the early 20th century, Bukit Brown was once Singapore’s largest Chinese cemetery but was subsequently abandoned. Today it’s a birding and wildlife spot, and has been identified as a heritage site worth preserving (the government promises redevelopment within the next 40 years). Enthusiasts, historians and activist groups run free walking tours of the cemetery; check out their Facebook page (facebook.com/bukitbrown) and website (bukitbrown.com) for dates.

Marvel at Singapore's most atmospheric temples

Paradoxically in the middle of Chinatown, the colourfully kitsch Sri Mariamman Temple is Singapore’s oldest Hindu temple, and well worth a look-in. Replete with elaborate carvings, Thian Hock Keng (Singapore’s oldest Chinese temple), is also particularly atmospheric, as is Kong Meng San Phor Kark See,a working monastery housed in a massive Escher-esque building with a bell and drum tower, statues, and various halls. Free vegetarian meals are served in its dining hall.

Walk the Southern Ridges

The Southern Ridges Trail – spanning Mt Faber, Telok Blangah, Kent Ridge and Hort parks – is one of the best walking trails in Singapore. It meanders through 10km of lush forest and canopy walks, and crosses the Henderson Waves, Singapore’s highest pedestrian bridge. Don’t forget to take water, sunscreen and a hat; see nparks.gov.sg for more details

Chill out at East Coast Park

In space-starved Singapore, the 15km stretch of beach known as East Coast Park is a breezy spot to swim, work on your tan and escape the crowds (though it does get busy here at weekends). BBQ pits are gratis and you can even camp for free – BYO beer and chicken wings, of course. Apply for a camping permit via axs.com.sg.

Go green at Singapore Botanic Gardens and Fort Canning Park

Originally established in Fort Canning Park by Sir Stamford Raffles, Singapore's Botanic Gardens today occupy a swathe of quiet green space at the edge of the Orchard Rd district. It's free to wander the stunning grounds on your own, though if you're a keen botanist, check out its website (sbg.org.sg) for free walking tours. Overlooking central Singapore, Fort Canning Park also remains a lovely spot for a stroll; don't miss the spice garden. The Botanic Gardens are well known for hosting open air concerts at its bandstand, typically by student groups, but also by the Singapore Symphonic Orchestra. Bring a blanket and a picnic basket and enjoy the music. Free tours are run monthly; visit nparks.gov.sg.

Go all-out kitsch at Haw Par Villa

What happens when you earn a fortune selling Tiger Balm? Use the money to build your own theme park, of course. That's what the Aw brothers did at Haw Par Villa, where more than 150 dioramas depict scenes from chinese mythology, including some almost comically graphic scenes from hell.  262 Pasir Panjang Road, Singapore 118628

Stride above the trees at MacRitchie Reservoir’s Treetop Walk

One of the many swathes of greenery that have come to define Singapore as the world's most impressive garden city, MacRitchie Reservoir Park if the place to go for a proper hike - it's an 8km round-trip hike to the Treetop Walk, where you can climb to a 250m suspension bridge that soars above the rainforest canopy.

Pose with a Merlion

Singapore’s most iconic sculpture, the Merlion (a half-lion, half-fish creature), is free to visit. Pose with the water-spouting critter before taking a walk around Marina Bay. Colonial architecture fans would be wise to pop into the nearby Fullerton Hotel and the Fullerton Bay Hotel while you're in the neighbourhood – the former used to be Singapore’s General Post Office and the latter was the bustling Collyer Quay.

Free Food

Yes, there is such a thing as a free lunch (and dinner)! The Buddhist Lodge offers free vegetarian meals everyday of the week to anyone, rich and poor. While many Buddhist temples have the same practice, including the Kong Meng San Phor Kark See Temple, the Buddhist Lodge is the most generous, typically offering a buffet of 6 to 8 dishes.

The Singapore Buddhist Lodge: 17 Kim Yam Road, Singapore 239329
Kong Meng San Phor Kark See Temple: 88 Bright Hill Road, Singapore 574117

Enjoy Stunning Panoramas

You don’t have to burn a hole in your pocket to enjoy gorgeous views of the city. Some free and hidden spots with wonderful views include the 24th floor of a block of apartments at 233 Bain Street, the rooftop of the Esplanade, or the open-air sky garden at National Library. Just remember not to make a racket!

Free Walking Tours

Why walk alone when you can have a guided walk for free? Singapore Footprints, run by friendly student volunteers, offers free walking tours of the Singapore River and Bras Basah/Bugis every Saturday and Sunday, rain or shine. Tour Details

Singapore River.Bras Basah.Bugis Tour, Every Saturday and Sunday, Rain or Shine Meeting Point: Raffles Place MRT Exit B, street level,   Meeting Time: 4:15pm
Tour departs at 4.30pm sharp

Chinatown Tour: Footprints of our Forefathers, Every Saturday morning

Sign up at Chinatown Visitor Centre, or drop us an email!

Meeting Point: In front of Chinatown Visitor Centre, Meeting Time: 9.15am,Tour departs at 9.30am

Visit the National Museum of Singapore

Singapore’s grand and beautiful National Museum, dating back to 1887, is the museum to visit if you can only go to one. For free entry, you can visit after 6p.m. daily. You can’t enter the main History Gallery but the smaller galleries stay open till 8 p.m

Climb Bukit Timah Hill

Singapore’s tallest hill, Bukit Timah, is also a nature reserve rich in plant diversity and wildlife. There’s no fee whatsoever, although you should familiarize yourself with the trails and sights to look out for at the Visitor Center.

 Roaming in Pulau Ubin – Last Kampong of Singapore

It will cost you S$2.50 to take a bum boat to Pulau Ubin, but nature lovers will find it well-worth the visit to this rustic island, home of Singapore’s last rural village. It’s like taking a trip back in time. Make sure to visit the unique Chek Jawa (free entrance), a massive wetlands that is an unspoilt paradise rich in corals, fish and other marine life.

Arts Performances at the Esplanade

Singapore’s premier performance center of the arts is worth a visit for its own unique architectural merit, with its spiky “durian” exterior, but it is also a great place to see the arts on display. On any weekend, you’ll be likely to catch a free performance of some sort, ranging from classical to rock.

 Get into Sentosa for Free – entrance on foot over the boardwalk is free of charge. If you’re looking to do multiple attractions, check out the fun pass options. Also, keep an eye on this page for ‘Super WOW Wednesdays’ where a limited number of discount deals appear at 10am on a Wednesday.