Fresh New Ways to Play in Singapore After Visiting Many Times

City, forest, sunshine, ocean. In the peak of July summer, I came to the Lion City again, watching the crowds come and go, the breeze falling on the earth, wandering through the street corners of the city, continuing to search for that initial expectation!

· Skyline Luge

This is a must-try experience on Sentosa right now. It's located at Beach Station on the Sentosa Express; exit and turn right, walk straight for 50 meters and you'll see it.

Skyline Luge is a small non-motorized cart where you sit and control the speed and braking by tilting the steering wheel. To experience it, you need to buy a ticket first on 🐬 (Klook or similar platform) or queue on site, then take the cable car to the top. Once at the top, staff will teach you how to drive — it's simple and you'll learn in under a minute. Then you can enjoy the thrill of racing through the tropical rainforest. Tips: Skyline Luge tickets come in 2, 3, or 4 rides. If you buy a 4-ride ticket, you can repeat several times, but you still need to queue each time. From the cable car, you can see the sea — nice views!

· Double-decker sightseeing bus

Actually, many people, after arriving in Singapore, are busy checking in at various attractions or photo spots and miss out on different experiences, like taking a double-decker sightseeing bus. First of all, from the perspective — sitting on the upper deck at the front, the feeling of zipping through the city is very strong. It's a different angle to see the city, passing through business districts, residential areas, and more, giving you a richer view of the cityscape.

Tips: You don't need to take a specific route; just hop on any double-decker bus randomly — it brings more anticipation. You can use your MRT card to tap in, but remember to tap out again when you get off; it's a distance-based fare.

· Bayfront Night Skating Experience

On the boardwalk along Marina Bay under the Marina Bay Sands, some local youngsters skateboard and surfskate at night. If you want to experience what it's like to blend in with locals, come here after dark. While enjoying the night view of Marina Bay, you can also chat with locals and talk about life in Singapore.

· VivoCity Ferry Terminal

This is also a place I really like in Singapore. I go every time I visit. Although many tourists pass through, most just hurry by. There are some restaurants and a walking path by the terminal. You can eat, take a stroll, and feel the sea breeze — even in July or August, you won't feel hot. From the left side of the terminal, you can see the Sentosa Express; from the right, you can see the cable car. It's also nice for photos.

· City Hall Padang

This is also very close to Marina Bay, right in front of the National Gallery Singapore. Actually, I suggest visiting this place together with the Esplanade Park on a nice weather day — just take a walk, take photos, watch locals play football — it's very relaxing. The Padang has a large lawn, behind it are the tropical trees of Esplanade Park, and further behind are the Marina Bay skyscrapers and Marina Bay Sands, creating a layered view that's really great for photos.

Besides playing, the most important thing in Singapore is of course eating. Many people come to Singapore just for the food. Below I'll list some shops I've been to repeatedly on my many visits:

· Ya Kun

My favorite breakfast shop in Singapore. They have many outlets around the city; you can choose a nearby one. Ya Kun is well-known; you can order almost anything without disappointment, especially the Kaya Toast — it's absolutely delicious, a must-eat every time I visit Singapore.

Average cost per person (RMB): 20-50

· National Kitchen by Oon Singapore

This is an authentic Peranakan restaurant located inside the National Gallery. The decor has a strong Nanyang style, very refined, and also great for photos. Their specialties include Hainanese Chicken Rice, Satay Skewers, Eurasian Sambal Prawns, and the desserts are nice too, suitable after a meal.

Average cost per person (RMB): 500-600

· Summer Pavilion

One of the most popular Cantonese restaurants in Singapore, located inside The Ritz-Carlton. The ambiance is elegant and grand, service is excellent, and the tableware is particularly exquisite.

I have to say, the Cantonese food here is truly authentic — better than many I've had in Guangzhou. I recommend the Lobster Rice Soup, Shrimp Dumplings, Mango Pomelo Sago, and Assorted Roast Meats Platter.

Average cost per person (RMB): 1000-1200

· Tong Shui Xian

A dessert shop near Bugis, also serving some ice cream. The shop is small, but the desserts are really good. I recommend the Mango Pomelo Sago and Durian Sago with Coconut Milk.

Average cost per person (RMB): 50-70

· Malaysian Food Street

If you're going to Sentosa, you must visit Malaysian Food Street. It's located indoors near the entrance of Universal Studios, a retro-style food street with some decorative items suitable for photos. The food here is mainly Malaysian, including Fried Kway Teow, Laksa, Bak Kut Teh, Claypot Rice, and Penang desserts. Overall the taste is good, and prices are reasonable. A good choice when visiting Sentosa.

Average cost per person (RMB): 60-100

· Singapore Food Festival

I happened to be there during the food festival — you really have to go! So much delicious food, many old brands gathered in one place. You can eat at many stalls at once — snacks, desserts, drinks — everything is available. I suggest going in the evening so you can enjoy the Marina Bay night view while tasting food with the sea breeze.

Average cost per person (RMB): 150-200

· Toast Box

A shop similar to Ya Kun. My favorite is their Peanut Thick Toast, and the coffee is good too. It's affordable and good quality. Every time I go, I buy some peanut butter to bring back, but the bread I can get back home isn't as good, so the taste is always a bit off.

Average cost per person (RMB): 30-50

· Founder Bak Kut Teh

Bak Kut Teh is one of my favorite Singaporean dishes. You can find it in many places here, like Malaysian Food Street, Food Republic, food festivals, Song Fa, and the one I recommend — Founder. Compared to Song Fa, Founder usually doesn't have such long queues. The taste is also good; many celebrities have visited. The peppery flavor is stronger in the soup, and you can refill the soup free of charge. It's near Clarke Quay.

Average cost per person (RMB): 60-100

· Hainanese Chicken Rice

Similar to Bak Kut Teh, this is available in many, many places in Singapore, and the taste doesn't vary much. It's also a must-try when you visit Singapore, with a relatively lighter flavor.

Average cost per person (RMB): 40-50

I've stayed in quite a few hotels in Singapore. Here are some I think are pretty good:

· Capri

Located near Chinatown, prices are around 1100-1500 RMB per night. The advantage is spacious rooms; basic rooms are about 30 square meters. Floor-to-ceiling windows offer nice views of Chinatown. It's a few hundred meters from the MRT station, convenient for travel. A taxi to Changi Airport costs about 20 SGD.

· Swissotel Merchant Court

Located at Clarke Quay MRT station, right at the exit. Next to a shopping mall, convenient for eating and shopping. The advantage is the excellent location. Rooms are not small, about 25 square meters, but basically no views from the room. The pool is nice. Prices range from 1500-1800 RMB.

· W Singapore - Sentosa Cove

Located on Sentosa Island, about 100 meters on foot from Imbiah MRT station. The location is okay, but the rooms are small, maybe 20 square meters at most. Floor-to-ceiling windows face the sea, so it's a sea-view room. The pool also has ocean views, and there's an infinity pool on the top floor. Suitable for families on vacation. Prices range from 1800-2200 RMB.

· JW Marriott

Located near Marina Bay, right at Esplanade MRT station. Advantage is the location. Two pools with great views facing the Marina Bay skyscrapers — nice for night views. During my recent visit, it coincided with a Singapore National Day fireworks rehearsal, and I watched it from the hotel's top floor. Disadvantage: small rooms, maybe 20 square meters. Prices range from 2400-3000 RMB.

About transportation: Singapore's transport is very convenient — buses, MRT, or taxis — no worries!

Other Tips:

1. Remember to exchange some cash before arriving in Singapore. Some shops only accept cash. You can also exchange RMB at Changi Airport.

2. Bring a credit card. Almost all shops in Singapore accept cards, very convenient, and the exchange rate is real-time.

3. Hotel prices in Singapore fluctuate a lot; prices can change within half a month. Once you find a good deal, book as soon as possible.

4. You can download Grab in Singapore — convenient for taking taxis and ordering food delivery.

5. High-end restaurants need to be booked in advance; otherwise, you may have to wait in line for a long time.