Exploring Singapore: Travel Tips and Recommendations
Heading to Singapore? Get the inside scoop on what to see and do from a local. Learn about the trendy nail salon, delicious mantao buns, and more!
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Katie Nickels
Director of Intel at @redcanary. SANS Certified Instructor for FOR578: CTI. Senior Fellow at @CyberStatecraft. She/her. Mastodon: @likethecoins@infosec.exchange
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On my way to Singapore to teach #FOR578! One of the cool things about teaching is that I get to visit new places. I would love any recommendations on what I should see or do while there! pic.twitter.com/uWUM93EraC
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Well this is beautiful! pic.twitter.com/zgBDJVGUNj
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Mani/pedi! If you're in the area, I highly recommend this place, the owner Hazel is so wonderful and kind. Apparently this color is on trend
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..."fantasy nails"! TIL. Zenth Nail
+65 9450 0154https://t.co/4ecRrdk7MR pic.twitter.com/OaCK1Y72JG -
New favorite carb: mantao buns. pic.twitter.com/18wO5wRH1p
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I also checked out the Great World mall. I love looking at drugstores and supermarkets in other countries! I found a wonderful little Japanese grocery store called Meidi-Ya, where I stocked up on treats! pic.twitter.com/xxXzdqZYAw
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In the mall I saw a grandmother taking a photo of her family, so stopped to ask if she wanted me to take it. She accepted. It made me happy to do it. I always try to be polite, and especially when traveling... trying to improve the world view of Americans, one person at a time!
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The jet lag hit me hard my second day, and I slept for 12 hours. The sun came out, and I'm hoping it will help me adjust! A beautiful morning in Singapore. pic.twitter.com/uwE3cFuMvV
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One of my favorite things to do in new countries is try new candy. I believe these may be Japanese, but wow, Hi-Chews are so good! They remind me of a mix between a Starburst and chewing gum. (Which I know is illegal!) pic.twitter.com/pHUssyiK7J
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Per recommendations, I found the place with a long line of locals! Let's try this chicken rice. pic.twitter.com/wPGHqiGklt
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Much success. pic.twitter.com/4dzU1OSkxu
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Singapore is a wonderful place to just wander around! I stumbled on the beautiful Fort Canning park. I love the greenery right next to the tall buildings! I've been missing squirrels, but found some chickens so that's cool. pic.twitter.com/cHGRM2Plhs
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Made it right before the light show. Thanks @Grifter801 and all those who recommended it! pic.twitter.com/pJyAQr96hd
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PEW PEW pic.twitter.com/OIFWYO20aI
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Boat tour tonight! I got a closer look at the light show and sights. I then walked back alone to my hotel, about a 20 minute walk under underpasses. Everything was so well lit, and with people around (and keeping my wits about me), I felt so safe. I don't take this for granted. pic.twitter.com/1y8OAzguC7
— Katie Nickels (@likethecoins) March 9, 2023