tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-88195514086820513122024-02-08T02:25:07.731-08:00Top Shopping DestinationsUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger5125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8819551408682051312.post-62274280155320129902009-04-29T12:38:00.001-07:002009-04-29T12:38:32.344-07:00Chinatown<div> Chinatown – the cultural hub of the Chinese migrants in Singapore is considered as one of the most well known shopping destination in the Lion City. the area know as Chinatown is bound by Upper Pickering Street, Cantonment Road, New Bridge Road and South Bridge Road. In this area one can find the crowded as well as colorful network of streets and alleys. These streets and alleys give the area its signature look. In Chinatown you will find the Chinese vendors hawking their products from the ground floor of old fashioned pre-war shop houses. The commodities that these vendors hawk ranges from delicate silk and gold jewelry to Singapore t-shirts as well as some traditional crafts.</div> <div><br></div><div>Chinatown in Singapore has its own sight and sound. Here you can find medical halls that mix herbs, spices and other exotic ingredients to make potions for ailments. You can also see fruit sellers selling a number of seasonal fruits on the street. There are numerous street food stalls in Singapore as well where the hawkers sell barbecued thin slices of pork. </div> <div><br></div><div>If you want to taste some great tea you can opt for any of the traditional tea houses in Tanjong Pagar area. You can also visit the stores of clog and kite makers. You can also shop for the waxed paper umbrellas, artifacts and handicrafts. You can also find painted masks and lacquer ware from china. These things can make great souvenirs too. There are numerous shopping streets and narrow lanes in Chinatown in Singapore where you can get some great bargains. </div> <div><br></div><div>The Chinatown has recently revamped its shopping scene. Now you can find a number of shopping zones in this area. New shopping malls are being established. The large shopping complexes here includes Chinatown Point, Yue Hwa, People's Park Complex and Chinatown Complex. </div> <div><br></div> Catheyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04510534219562440278noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8819551408682051312.post-45676843008784246202009-04-23T01:51:00.000-07:002009-05-10T01:53:13.196-07:00Local Shopping malls in Singapore<p class="MsoNormal">When <span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>you are in Singapore do not<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>forget to<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>visit some of the local shopping malls there.<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>There are<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>a number of suburban<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>malls<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>in Singapore where<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>you can get<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>a wide array of<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>choicest<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>goods for a real cheap<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>price. There are<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>ample scopes<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>for bargaining<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>at<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>some of the<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>shopping malls.<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>The tourist who<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>love<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>shopping<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>have<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>time and<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>again recommended a day of<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>shopping at the local shopping malls<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>in<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>Singapore. The ethnic shopping areas are also very well known. People<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>also come to pay<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>a visit to the<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>ethnic<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>shopping scenes in Singapore where<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>they<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>can<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>get a wide variety of<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>handcrafted<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>intems made<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>by different<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>ethnic groups who live in Singapore. </p> <p class="MsoNormal">The suburban malls in Singapore have also drawn the interest of the foreign tourists. These kinds of shopping malls have mushroomed everywhere in this beautiful island country. These shopping malls can be seen especially in some housing estates such as Bishan, Tiong Bahru, Woodlands, and Boon Lay. All of these shopping malls are likewise accessible via the MRT which runs both underground as well as above ground. These malls basically serve the needs of the residents of the housing estates. You can find relatively lower priced labels in these malls.<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>Practically each of these shopping malls house supermarkets, cosmetics stores, pharmacies, as well as health equipment shops.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">A visit to any of these shopping malls can give you a detailed idea of the way of shopping of the people in Singapore. In these shopping<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>malls<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>you can <span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>get some of the<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>most<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>choicest of<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>things<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>at<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>an<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>unbelievable price. Unlike <span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>the high end market<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>places where you<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>will get<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>imported <span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>good you can ge t the<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>local made<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>products in these shopping<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>malls. Shopping at these shopping malls can be an amazing experience. </p>Catheyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04510534219562440278noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8819551408682051312.post-66664796037376052342009-04-21T12:33:00.000-07:002009-05-10T01:21:46.234-07:00Bugis Street in Singapore<div>If you love shopping and have interest for collecting unique things at a cheap price then you will love visiting Singapore. Here you will find a number of shopping areas that offer you a variety of goods at an unbelievable price. There are numerous shopping zones in Singapore where you can have an amazing shopping experience. Bugis street is one of the busiest shopping streets in Singapore. This street is located at the Little India area of the Lion City. during your trip to this part of the city you are definitely going to have an amazing shopping experience. </div> <div><br /></div><div>At present, Bugis Street has refurbished itself by providing protected walkways as well as air conditioned shopping zones. At present you will find over 600 stalls in this area. This area offers a diverse mix of trendy as well as functional street wear, food stalls and cafes, street food and services. it is possibly noted among the best known areas in Singapore. At Bugis Street you can still get the distinctive street shopping feel. </div> <div><br /></div><div>When you are in Bugis district, do not forget to drop into OG Albert. It is situated at a stone throw distance from the Bugis MRT station. OG is a popular name in shopping scene in Singapore. OG is the one-stop family store. Whether you are looking for fashion, jewelries, accessories, watches, toys, food, household items or anything else you are sure to get it at OG. And the best part is that you are going to get a value for money deal here. </div> <div><br /></div><div>You can also drop into Parco Bugis Junction. It is also a well known shopping destination on Bugis Street. It is the first glass covered air conditioned shopping street in Singapore. The shopping street has a eclectic mix of shop houses, retail outlets, departmental stores and a Cineplex. There are also small shops that offer everything from electronics to knick knacks. </div> <div><br /></div>Catheyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04510534219562440278noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8819551408682051312.post-10304873334388940062009-04-14T01:19:00.000-07:002009-05-10T01:20:34.279-07:00Orchard Road<p class="MsoNormal">The well known focal point of shopping in Singapore is known as Orchard Road, a extravagant street that is said to be the shopping avenue of Asia. It is an undoubted buzzword among tourists from all over the world who visit Singapore. The shopping malls in this avenue are packed alongside one another. These shopping malls mostly stock and sell imported goods. It is said to be a consumerist heaven. Orchard Road is also full of imported designer labels as well as chic couture. You can also find electronic goods, home furnishings, and a whole lot more in this classy shopping avenue. You can also<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>opt<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>for some relatively cheaper buys. These <span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>buys are also available for apparel and accessories. Prices of these goods are comparable to those in the West.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">If <span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>you<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>have<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>money<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>and<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>want<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>to splurge it on shopping then<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>the Orchard Road <span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>is the<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>best place to be.<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>There are a wide array of shops and shopping malls. In these shopping malls you can <span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>get<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>anything <span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>from the latest<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>gadgets to<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>latest labels of<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>designer wear. This is surely the best place to enjoy the pure bliss named shopping.<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>It <span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>is undoubtedly<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>the<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>best<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>place<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>to shop in Singapore.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">You can get to the Orchard Road in<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>Singapore via the Orchard and Somerset MRT stations. Walking down the<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>street<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>is probably the best as well as the most enjoyable way to explore Orchard Road. You can soak in the atmosphere and hunt for the all the best deals along the way in this road. Along with Orchard Road, Marina Bay and HarbourFront are the leading shopping clusters in Singapore.</p>Catheyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04510534219562440278noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8819551408682051312.post-26656472516000262252009-04-08T12:26:00.000-07:002009-05-10T01:21:10.924-07:00Shopping in Singapore<div>If you are a shopaholic then you are going to have a great shopping experience in Singapore. A leading financial center, Singapore is home to a number of shopping destinations. There are a wide array of stores, shopping malls and departmental stores in Singapore. In these stores you can have a wonderful shopping experience. If you have money and are willing to spend some on shopping then Singapore is the best destination for you. Here you can enjoy a wide range of shopping experiences that are as vivid and enjoyable as the city-state itself.</div> <div><br /></div><div>During your trip to Singapore do not forget to visit Bugis Street a popular shopping street in Singapore. This shopping street is flanked by air-conditioned shopping zones and sheltered walkways. In this street you can get everything from street wear to food and other items. OG Albert is another well known shopping destination in Bugis District.</div> <div>If you want to buy ethnic Indian Items then Little India in Singapore is the ideal place to shop. For amazing Chinese items you can visit the shops in Chinatown in Singapore. Here you can shop for a wide variety of Chinese goods ranging from clothes to daily items. <br /><br /></div><div>Geyland Serai is the ideal place to pick up Malaya items which includes textiles, clothes and jewelries. You can also visit Kampong Glam and Arab Street for the unique bazaar style shopping experience. In this area you can also make some great bargains. You can get a wide array of trinkets and keepsakes at this area of Singapore. </div> <div>If you want to enjoy the shopping mall experience in Singapore you can head straight to Marina Bay where you can find a number of opulent state of the art shopping malls. Orchard road and river side are two other well known places in Singapore where you can enjoy a great shopping experience. Singapore suburbs are also great place to shop. </div> <div><br /></div>Catheyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04510534219562440278noreply@blogger.com0