With only one full day in Singapore, we had to fit in as much sightseeing as possible. Mission accomplished. And my legs are feeling it.
First stop was Orchard Road where we "looked but didn't touch" at the ritzy shops. From there, we headed to the historic Raffles Hotel for a modified version of a Singapore Sling (when in Rome, right?). We more than walked off the drink as we made our way to the main landmarks of the city: Merlion Park (complete with a water-shooting Merlion), Gardens By The Bay, and Marina Bay Sands.
Marina Bay Sands, which has the most incredible view of the skyline, is a massive 55-floor hotel with a complex in the shape of a boat sitting on top. In that top structure is Ku De Ta, a nightclub where we grabbed post-dinner drinks.
For dinner, we went to Lau Pa Sat Festival Market on the recommendation of our cab driver. The Hawker-style street food was amazing. For about $35 total, we split steamed scallops dim sum, hot squid, chicken tikka masala, naan and two Tiger beers. Having only spent two days here, let me explain that that is a bargain. Singapore is hands down one of the most beautiful cities I've ever visited, but it is also ridiculously expensive. The cost of living here is unreal, and as much as I would love to spend more time here, I don't think my bank account would survive. With any luck, I'll be back again someday.
In the morning it's off to Laos!
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