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Things to do in Singapore
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Overview - Singapore is a vibrant, modern Asian city with a fascinating and often seedy colonial history. Sometimes referred to as “the only shopping mall with a seat at the United Nations,” Singapore is a city, an island and a country – known for its lack of chewing gum, it’s extreme corporal punishment laws and its wonderful mishmash of Asian cultures.
Breakfast - The best way to eat breakfast in Singapore is at a coffee shop, or kopitiam. These are the pubs of Singapore where locals gather to chat, socialize and of course, eat. Kopitam are more like food courts than coffee shops, which means you have a variety of choices for breakfast. I would go for a staple Singaporean breakfast of kopi (strong, sugary coffee), toast with kaya (egg & coconut jam), and fried eggs.
Morning - Getting around Singapore is easy because of the super efficient metro system, the MRT. Before it gets too hot out, go explore some of the historic sites in downtown continue reading ...
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Things to do in Macau
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meganeaves
Though many have never even heard of it, Macau is a peninsula and a set of two Chinese islands that have a longer history than even Hong Kong. Rented from China by the Portuguese in the 1550s, Macau was established as a trading port and refuelling point for European ships centuries before Hong Kong would make its entrance onto the international scene. Left in the wake of this colonial history are linguistic, culinary and architectural legacies from the Portuguese. Today, you’ll get a taste of the history and traditions of Macau. continue reading ...
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