Singapore is a dynamic city rich in contrast and colour where you will find a harmonious blend of culture, cuisine, arts and architecture. Singapore, located in the heart of Southeast Asia specifically at the southern tip of the Malay Peninsula, continues to embrace tradition and modernity today. The country has a total land area of 697 square kilometers and a population of only four million.

Situated at the crossroads of East and West, Singapore is one of the busiest sea and air ports in the world. Its strategic position has also made it a hub for trade, communications and tourism activities. Being the 22nd wealthiest country in the world in terms of GDP per capita, Singapore was ranked first for having the best quality of life in Asia and ranked eleventh in the world by the business magazine, The Economist.

The country’s main gateway is the Singapore Changi Airport. The national carrier is Singapore Airlines and the country is also being serviced by budget airlines Air Asia, Tiger Airways and Jet Star Asia.

Other than the Singapore Dollar, the country’s currency, the US and Australian Dollars, Yen and British Pound are also accepted in most major shopping centers and big department stores.