Singapore, Say no More

We had a mere 3 days in Singapore, and to anyone going, this is not even close to enough time. But if you choose to accept this challenge, I have included your guide within. 

First off, try to be a millionaire. $20 for a drink is totally normal. Also, once you realize $20 is the norm for a drink, be sure to have a bag nearby for when you need to gag every time you order the aforementioned drink. (The drinks are awesome, the price just kills you). 

Eat everywhere. The food is amazing. Singapore has something called Hawker stands (another Rob find). It's basically an outdoor food court except everything is delicious and extremely reasonable. (Also, there's no Sbarro. A little bit of a let down, but I got over it) We went to an old school one (where we had legit Asian duck noodles) and we went to a hipster one where we had lobster fries. (Yea - lobster fries) The hipster one came fully equipped with a band at night and we even found Abita there. It was basically heaven, minus the hipsters. 

Go to the botanical gardens. And give yourself a day. These things are huge and absolutely gorgeous. They have orchids next to rainforests, and turtles next to Komodo dragons. (The small ones obviously) The fact that this country has kept this enormous acreage smack dab in the middle of the city is pretty incredible. You feel like you're in a different country all together. 

Expect to be awed by the cleanliness. Gum is illegal, because they don't want it on the street, and littering is a serious crime. Everything is spotless. Everyone is proud of their city. And if you're feeling extra crazy, lick the street. Probably cleaner than some restaurant forks....

Don't expect to drink in the casino. This was a huge bummer for us. Especially because that's the only way I gamble. Turns out, sober gambling just isn't very much fun.....especially when you're losing.

Final advice, Leave yourself more than 3 days. This is an incredible city/country and we feel like we saw just a sliver of what it has to offer. But, we both have a sneaky feeling we'll be back here sooner rather than later. So just give us a few years (or centuries) to make our millions. Singapore may be for lovers, but I just don't think it's for lovers on a budget..... We had a blast, but the next time we come, we're doing it big.