Can Singapore Be Affordable? And WHY are we at an AIRPORT??
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Singapore is Southeast Asia's most expensive city, but we found inexpensive food, free attractions that made our week both fun and affordable.
We chose to stay in an area called New Beru, which was located in the River Valley and was close enough that we could walk to three different MRT stations.
The MRT again was a wonderful way to get around. The stations are super clean.
Hawker stands are our go-to spot. And um Singapore had no shortage of them.
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Singapore is famous for luxury, but we discovered that the real heart of the city is found when you look past the price tags. We spent a week exploring the most expensive city in Southeast Asia and found that being frugal actually led us to much more interesting experiences. By staying curious and leaning into the local way of life, and seeking out amazing FREE attractions, we managed to see it all without breaking the bank. This video is our guide to experiencing the best of Singapore through smart choices and a little bit of legwork. What we cover: The MRT Advantage: How we used Singapore’s world-class transit to find charming, affordable accommodation in local neighborhoods. Hawker Stall Treasures: Why the best meals in the city only cost a few dollars - and where to find them. The Joy of Free Discovery: Exploring iconic landmarks and hidden green spaces that don't cost a single cent. WATCH UNTIL THE END: We did decide to splurge on ONE specific experience—we’ll let you know if the cost lived up to the hype. Plus, we’ll solve the mystery of why two travelers who don’t fly spent so much time hanging out at the airport! 00:48 Leveraging the MRT to find affordable accommodations 02:06 Staying in New Bahru - Alma House 02:40 Hawker Centers to save $$$ 06:00 Fort Canning Park 07:16 Mount Faber 09:10 Henderson Waves 10:16 Marina Bay + Sands 10:56 Gardens By The Bay 13:59 WHY are we at an AIRPORT ?!?! 17:06 Chinatown 19:24 Flower Dome 22:12 Cloud Forest We are retired GenX Canadians who are setting off to slow-travel the world without setting foot in an airport. Join us on our journey and share in our adventure! #noflyzonenomads #retirementlife #nomadlife #slowtravel #genx #cruiselife #traintravel #southeastasia #canada #cruise #train #retirementtravel #retired #Singapore #SingaporeTravel #VisitSingapore #BudgetTravel #SlowTravel #NoFlyZoneNomads #SingaporeOnABudget #TravelHacks #CheapEats #GenXTravel #RetiredTravelers #FrugalTravel