Universal Studios Singapore

If Tokyo, Hong Kong and Shanghai have their respective Disneyland Parks, Singapore has Universal Studios - Southeast Asia's first and only Universal Studios Theme Park with seven themed zones located in Sentosa Island.

Once you enter the premises, there is a certain kind of electricity that envelopes you. Excitement and happiness set in. The urge to explore the area is immediate. With the many things that this version of Universal Studios offers, you might think that one day is not enough. The transparent roofing makes the ambience colder and different from the usual tropical weather in Singapore.

The Revenge of the Mummies and Madagascar are just two of several movie-themed places that you can see in the theme park. It should be noted that the movie theme areas are the movies produced by Universal Studios. These two are the most visited ones not to mention the massive space that The Waterworld occupies to the delight of the visitors.

For those whose adrenalin rush is high, riding the roller coaster is a must. With the many entanglements of the route, one's adventurous persona is will be satisfied. There is also the Jurassic theme ride with the faux dinosaurs that you will see along the way.

Other characters of Universal Studios produced movies roam around the perimeter. Just like any other theme park, you can have pictures taken with those who are available. Mascots, dancers and other performers are everywhere to share happiness to everyone.

With 20 hectares of space to roam around, it is really hard to visit every nook and cranny of the said theme park. But if you have the patience and stamina to go on and on, the whole place is worth enjoying.

For those who would want to buy souvenir items, the Universal Studios Store has a lot of items to choose from. Food stalls are also scattered around but the food court offers a variety of menus to satisfy your gastronomic taste.

They say that fun in Universal Studios Singapore starts at night. But based on my visit experience, day or night, it's a happy place to visit. Universal Studios would not be what it is if it does not let everyone experience HAPPINESS to the hilt. When the pandemic is over, try visiting this entertainment theme park this side of Asia.

Credit to the owners of some of the photos.

Singapore: The Concrete Jungle of Southeast Asia

Singapore, a country synonymous to progress in Southeast Asia. It was founded by Lee Kuan Yew who led the severance of the island-nation from Malaysia. It may be small in terms of land area but it has become big in terms of economy. It is considered as a major hub not only in Southeast Asian region but in the whole of Asia as well.

In just a few years, Singapore has become a model tiger economy. Thanks to the effective leadership of its prime ministers, it has become a leader in Asean and asian economies. It may not have enough land but the skyscrapers speak for Singapore.

Boat Quay and Clarke Quay are places for those who love the night life. In the river's banks stand restaurants, bars, a stadium, the Singapore Flyer (giant ferris wheel) and other places of interests especially for those want to while the night (or day) away. The government has put the river banks to good use. Cleanliness is evident among the surrounding places.

The Universal Studios at Resorts World Sentosa is one popular place to visit. What with those shows, themes, restaurants, souvenir shops, rides and other amenities that people of different ages can enjoy. One need not go to other Universal Studios since the Singapore branch is at par with them.

The Marina Bay Sands area is one must-go place in Singapore. It has an expansive mall that houses high-end stores and restaurants. It also has a convention center where big events are held. It has a hotel that has an infinity pool on the top floor. It is a tourist area that will leave anyone in awe.

Orchard Road is one iconic Singaporean street. Along its length are malls such as Takashimaya, Central, Ion, Lucky Plaza just to name a few. It is one shopper's delight. Goodies from the most expensive to the cheapest can be found there. Outside Lucky Plaza is where one can find the famous ice cream sandwich that is a must-taste.

Other places of interest in Singapore are the Fullerton Hotel area where the famous Merlion is located nearby. Also, worth visiting is the ArtScience Museum. The building with horns called the Esplanade is another place to go to. Singapore is a country that is a feast to the eyes despite diminutive size.

It may seem that Singapore is the concrete jungle of Southeast Asia but its government and people are ever conscious of ways to take care of the environment. Well, concrete jungle or not, it has come a long way from its birth as a nation up to the present time. Singapore beacons as a very important hub of commerce and tourism.