14 CITY GUIDE 2018
facebook.com/expatlivingSG twitter.com/expatlivingSG pinterest.com/expatlivingSG instagram.com/expatlivingSGREBECCA BISSET
Editor-in-Chiefid you ever think you would live away
from your home country?
Whether, like me, you’ve never really
had a country you call home and are
happy to explore new places, or you’re
not quite sure how you’re going to cope being
thousands of miles from the people you’ve grown up
with your whole life, never fear, Expat Living is here!
In our City Guide, we dive right in to get views
and tips from our panel of contributors – other
expats who have already taken the leap. We also
have a summary of the top furniture stores, schools,
and wine and dine outlets – you’ll never go hungry
with the countless food options in Singapore – plus
great walks and other free things to do. (Yes, there
are a few!)
I don’t think there’s any excuse to be bored in
Singapore, whether you’re working or not. There
are associations, groups, volunteer opportunities
and charities to get involved in. And new places and
shops pop up all the time – even locals read Expat
Living to keep up with the pace.If you need a change of temperature and
scenery, you’re right in the centre of the universe
here, and you can be somewhere quite different
within just a few hours. Visit one of the many
nearby countries and enjoy hiking in the
mountains, diving deep in coral reefs or exploring
jungle-covered temples.
There will be challenges, of course – from how
to get your hair not to frizz, to making friends
and managing new working situations; and lots of
business travel, in particular, can be exhausting.
Just remember to stop and breathe and enjoy
the journey – and reach out to us when you need
it. Subscribe to our monthly magazine, join our
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