Episode 007 Show Notes – Singapore with Kids
With your hosts Marta Correale and Keri Hedrick.
Our guest in this episode is our co-host and Little City Trips co-editor Marianne Rogerson. Author of the book “Singapore with Kids”, long-time Singapore resident and frequent return visitor, Marianne shares her insider tips for tackling Singapore with kids.
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We covered a community question “ I only have about 6 hours in Singapore between flights. Is there anything easy we can see in the city or shall we stay in the airport? We have 3 kids, 4, 6 & 9”
- Brief stopovers you can join a free city tour from Changi Airport
- Also easy to grab a taxi and take yourself into town – less than 30 minutes away
- Changi Airport is also an exciting place to stay with plenty for kids to do
You can ask your Singapore questions, or any other family travel question in our City Travel with Kids community here and find the full Little City Trips Family Guide to Singapore.
[5.25] Interview with Marianne Rogerson
Marianne shares her background as both a mum of two and family travel writer, originally from Singapore. She has a popular family travel blog Mum on the Move where she writes extensively about South East Asia and is also the author of two books about Singapore.
[7.15] Important things to note about planning a trip to Singapore
- Dealing with the heat and humidity year-round; finding a way to cool off and building breaks into your itinerary
- English is spoken everywhere
- We’re spending in Singapore Dollars. It is an expensive city – but there are plenty of free parks and beaches and cheaper dining options to manage your budget
[9.20] Marianne’s 3 Day Itinerary for Singapore
You can view a detailed copy Marianne’s suggested 3 Day itinerary for Singapore here.
Day 1 in Singapore
- Singapore Zoo
- Singapore Zoo Breakfast
- Chinatown Singapore
- Buddha Tooth Relic Temple & Museum
- Singapore Hawker Centres
- Lau Pa Sat Food Centre
- Gluttons Bay Food Centre
- Marina Bay Sands
- Marina Bay
- One Fullerton
- Clifford Pier
Day 2 in Singapore
- Universal Studios Singapore
- Universal Studios Singapore Express Pass
- Resorts World Sentosa
- Sentosa – Singapore’s Playground
- Sentosa Fun Pass
- Tanjong Beach Club
- Palawan Pirate Ship
Day 3 in Singapore
- Little India
- SEA Aquarium Singapore on Sentosa
- Gardens by the Bay
- Far East Organization Children’s Garden
[19.50] More attractions to visit if you have longer in Singapore
- Singapore Night Safari
- Singapore River Safari (includes Pandas)
- Jurong Bird Park Singapore
- Singapore Flyer
- Adventure Cove Water Park
- Singapore Botanical Gardens
- National Museum of Singapore
- Art Science Museum
- Legoland in Johor Bahru (Malaysia)
[21.16] Best areas to stay and suggested Singapore hotels
Changi Airport is a 20-minute drive from downtown Singapore.
Sentosa Island or Marina Bay area the best area’s for families to base themselves close to attractions. Recommended Singapore hotels include:
- Shangri-La Rasa Sentosa Resort & Spa
- Sofitel Sentosa Resort & Spa
- Hard Rock Resorts World Sentosa
- Festive Hotel Resorts World Sentosa
- The Ritz Carlton Millenia
- The Westin Singapore
- Sofitel Singapore City Centre
- Top budget pick: Holiday Inn Express Clarke Quay
- Spoil yourself: Shangri-La Singapore
[23.55] Favourite places to eat in Singapore
It’s very family-friendly all over the city.
- Crystal Jade
- Dumplings Din Tai Fung (many branches)
- Singapore Hawker Centres
- Marianne’s detailed guide on what to eat in Singapore
[25.05] Resources and items you’ll need to pack for Singapore
- Singapore with kids – written by Marianne Rogerson
- Attractions
- Itineraries
- Food
- Walking tours including scavenger hunt challenges
- Lonely Planet Singapore
- MRT (Singapore’s train system)
- My Transport app for route planning
- Guide on how to get around Singapore
- Klook Discounted tickets for Singapore attractions
- Bring a stroller
- Breathable baby carrier
- Refillable water bottles
- Umbrella
- Full packing list for Singapore
[28.25] Our Fast 5 Questions on Singapore
- Hidden Gem: Nestopia, Sentosa
- Splurge: Afternoon cocktail at a rooftop bar
- Save: Fine Dining
- App: Grab (for taxi’s)
- Playground: Far East Organization Children’s Garden
About our City Expert – Marianne Rogerson
As well as being one of the co-editors of the Little City Trips website & City Travel with kids podcast, Marianne is the blogger behind Mum on the Move, a family travel blog focused on her travels in Asia Pacific. She is author of the book Singapore with Kids. You can learn more about Marianne’s background and passion for travel here.
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