Experience in Singapore, Singapore by Gerald
What is it like to live in Singapore? Would you recommend it? What is the city like?
Crowded, hot and humid. Very safe place to be in and a great place if you like to do shopping
What is the student lifestyle like in Singapore?
Could be a culture shock where everyone seems to focus alot on studying. Grades are highly regarded in Singapore
How much does it cost to live in Singapore?
Transport probably 6 SGD a day for bus and mrt. Food can be quite cheap around 3-4 SGD for good and another 1-2 SGD for drinks in our hawker centers
Not sure about accommodation but i have been told its around 500-600 for a room rental in our HDB
Is it difficult to find accommodation in Singapore? Is there any advice you can give?
Try the school accommodation. Could try Pandabed or AirBNB but HDBs are not legally allowed to rent out places through them.
Alternatively, check propertyguru and such. Drop me a message and i can also give u some help
What is the food like? What are your favourite dishes?
A lot of variety, typical ones you have wanton noodles and chicken rice. Alot of international student love the food here in Singapore
What places would you recommend visiting in Singapore?
We dont really have much in Singapore, but you can consider going to the Zoo and River Safari mainly. Otherwise its all shopping centre and food. Its better to go on a singapore tour for food
Is it good to eat out in Singapore? Can you tell us your favourite spots?
Definitely. Some of the more popular ones are like Bedok 85, Newton food centre, Serangoon Gardens Chomp Chomp
Is the nightlife good in Singapore? Where is good to go?
This i am not sure unfortunately. The ladies in Singapore love foreign guys though =)
What advice would you give future students heading to Singapore?
try to talk to someone who is already in SIngapore or been to Singapore.
Weather is extremely hot
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