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    10 Ways To Explore Singapore On Budget

    If you plan to visit Singapore but you only have a shoestring budget, you will need to know some tips that can help you on your travel.

    If you plan to visit Singapore but you only have a shoestring budget, you will need to know some tips that can help you on your travel. Here are ten ways guaranteed to make your vacation in the Lion City memorable and budget-friendly:

    1. Having an EZ-LINK Card can help you on your commute because this card can be used to pay for your bus or train rides. This will allow you to bypass long lines at ticketing stations and get you to where you are going with little hassle.




    2. Stay at a budget hotel in Singapore for under $100. Hotels such as the Fragrance Hotel have cheap accommodations. But do not fret because these hotels have decent room standards.




    3. If you want the full Singapore experience, eat hawker food. You can find an affordable meal at a hawker center in Chinatown Food Centre or Maxwell Food Centre.




    4. Tap water is safe to drink in Singapore. So you do not have to buy a bottle of water that can cost around $2. You can buy one bottle of water then refill it every time you have access to tap water.




    5. Shop in Little India or in Chinatown because these places offer cheap products. Do your souvenir shopping there! If you are looking for toiletries or snacks, shop at supermarkets located under the malls there. You can purchase the same products at minimarts but expect slightly higher prices.




    6. Do not get busted so you do not have to pay the fine. There are many activities that are illegal in Singapore. Not using crosswalks and not wearing seat belts are just some innocuous activities that can get you fined. It is best to research first on local laws before you travel.




    7. Enjoy the parks. You can stroll around the area for free. Take a rest under a tree and do some reading.




    8. If you are looking for entertainment, try free public performances and art displays along the riverfront, esplanade and city centre. There are also open museum days for several days a month wherein the entrance fee to museums is waived.




    9. Stay away from drinking or smoking while in Singapore. Because of taxation, a pack of Marlboro cigarettes is priced at $12. Entry into clubs can cost up to $30. Just opt for drinks at a minimart located at the end of Clarke Quay.




    10. Go to Singapore when there is a festival. Festivals such as Chinese New Year, Thaipusam and Mid-Autumn Festival offer much more activities for you. You can eat free food and watch free performances.




    Staying in a budget hotel in Singapore like Fragrance Hotel, enjoying a stroll in the park -- these are just some tips to help you on your travel. Take them to heart and you are guaranteed to have a budget-friendly trip.