OZCUBAN Posted January 24, 2015 Share Posted January 24, 2015 Hi all My wife and I are of to Singapore in early March for our 20th wedding anniversary. I was looking to find out any information on what are the best hotels and restaurants bars etc for our stay Would also love to catch up with any Singapore members whilst there and what the cigar culture is in Singapore will post exact dates shortly thanking you all in advance for any advice /suggestions Cheers Steve 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CdnLimitada Posted January 24, 2015 Share Posted January 24, 2015 I can give a few tips. Lived in Singapore now for 7 years+. You guys should have a great time. Congrats! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LordAnubis Posted January 24, 2015 Share Posted January 24, 2015 Enjoy mate !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OZCUBAN Posted January 24, 2015 Author Share Posted January 24, 2015 I can give a few tips. Lived in Singapore now for 7 years+. You guys should have a great time. Congrats! Would be much appreciated mate cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OZCUBAN Posted January 24, 2015 Author Share Posted January 24, 2015 A few people have suggested the Fulleton sounds pretty good might even have a couple of nights at the MBS as well Cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kwsaw63 Posted January 24, 2015 Share Posted January 24, 2015 A few people have suggested the Fulleton sounds pretty good might even have a couple of nights at the MBS as well Cheers Fullerton is good but do yourself a favour and avoid MBS. Great hotel but crap service. The place is just too big and they don't have enough staff to be able to cope. Let me know when you are coming, would be happy to meet up for a cigar. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Optic101 Posted January 24, 2015 Share Posted January 24, 2015 To name a Best hotel is quite difficult for different reasons. MBS is a good choise for first timer as you only can use the swimming pools if you are a guest. Lot of friends and family visiting stay there for 1 or 2 nights and then change another hotel. Fullerton is a good one with a lot of history. Raffles Hotel is another very good one. Building History Service. Great business hotel with good service are Ritz Carlton, Marina Mandarin, Pan Pacific (all around Marina Area). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smooth Posted January 25, 2015 Share Posted January 25, 2015 I have travelled to singapore dozens of times and adore the country. My hotel of choice is the Mandarin Oriental. The club lounge is exceptional as is the pool and deck area. Service is second to none. Club room with Ocean view is my recommendation. Also well worth staying at Raffles for a couple of nights especially as the wife is joining you. The experience is an absolute must. If there is anything else i can help with fire away. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smooth Posted January 25, 2015 Share Posted January 25, 2015 I would avoid the Fullerton. It always feels like a business lounge at an airport. MBS is at best four star, tacky and overpriced. Head up to the rooftop pool and bar, have a picture and a drink then leave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OZCUBAN Posted January 25, 2015 Author Share Posted January 25, 2015 I didn't realise Singapore was so strict on tobacco /alcohol imports not sure whether to take a few and pay the duties or just buy them there Won't be smoking like a chimney anyway except when I catch up with a few of you guys LOL Thanks for all the advice for a Singapore newbie it's invaluable Cheers Steve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OZCUBAN Posted January 25, 2015 Author Share Posted January 25, 2015 Thanks for the PM Werner will let you know if I need more assistance suffering from Singapore hotel overload LOL Cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Habana Mike Posted January 25, 2015 Share Posted January 25, 2015 I didn't realise Singapore was so strict on tobacco /alcohol imports not sure whether to take a few and pay the duties or just buy them there Won't be smoking like a chimney anyway except when I catch up with a few of you guys LOL Thanks for all the advice for a Singapore newbie it's invaluable Cheers Steve Risk reward with that. Couple of times I've been I carried a few with me and hoped for the best. No problems either time. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OZCUBAN Posted January 25, 2015 Author Share Posted January 25, 2015 Risk reward with that. Couple of times I've been I carried a few with me and hoped for the best. No problems either time. will see what happens Mike if i do take some it will only be a few supplemented by a few purchases there,and i will take some that i wont mind losing if it comes to that Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OZCUBAN Posted January 25, 2015 Author Share Posted January 25, 2015 does anyone know if you need a Visa to visit Singapore from OZ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
westg Posted January 25, 2015 Share Posted January 25, 2015 does anyone know if you need a Visa to visit Singapore from OZ? nooooooo I told you that Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
westg Posted January 25, 2015 Share Posted January 25, 2015 nooooooo I told you that Its ok ...It's called old age .... 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Optic101 Posted January 25, 2015 Share Posted January 25, 2015 VISA no need. Credit Card yes need !!! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
westg Posted January 25, 2015 Share Posted January 25, 2015 VISA no need. Credit Card yes need !!! Especially for cigars ...I think your government flogs you more than us................tax.. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Optic101 Posted January 25, 2015 Share Posted January 25, 2015 Especially for cigars ...I think your government flogs you more than us................tax.. Taxes are quite a bit (not as high as yours). Then add all the other cost of retail. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Presidente Posted January 25, 2015 Share Posted January 25, 2015 Fullerton is my hotel of choice in Sing. Try and get one with a balcony facing the river. When you get closer, let me know your dates and I will have you signed into the SCC just across the road. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OZCUBAN Posted January 25, 2015 Author Share Posted January 25, 2015 thanks Rob much appreciated Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OZCUBAN Posted January 25, 2015 Author Share Posted January 25, 2015 It Looks like the fullerton is the go with maybe a couple of nights at another just for something to compare with will give it the final go over tonight 20 years of marriage has cost me now its going to cost me more P.S only kidding thanks to all for your invaluable advice any suggestions keep them coming ,looking forward to catching up with the Singapore crew. cant wait cheers all steve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OZCUBAN Posted January 25, 2015 Author Share Posted January 25, 2015 Fullerton is my hotel of choice in Sing. Try and get one with a balcony facing the river. When you get closer, let me know your dates and I will have you signed into the SCC just across the road. Thanks Rob any particular reason for the river view,is it so you can smoke ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chelsea8 Posted January 25, 2015 Share Posted January 25, 2015 will see what happens Mike if i do take some it will only be a few supplemented by a few purchases there,and i will take some that i wont mind losing if it comes to that Bring whichever cigars you want. Most times won't bother hassling you about it. At worst, they will direct you to the customs office to pay the tobacco tax and goods and services tax. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
westg Posted January 25, 2015 Share Posted January 25, 2015 Thanks Rob any particular reason for the river view,is it so you can smoke ? WTF..... the other side has the road if you prefer...Steve give me a call about anything you would like to know about the Fullerton ...one of my favourite hotels.. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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