You are probably tired of reading stories that tell you how great Singapore’s food and Jewel Changi Airport is. Instead, here are some more unconventional and surprising reasons why millennials love Singapore.
“I hate it when I go to a place to eat overseas, order something spicy and then realise it isn’t spicy at all,” says a mala lover.
One day it can be a wedding, the next, it can be a funeral. Very useful.
Singaporeans complain about how Pasir Ris to Jurong is very far, but it is a small distance to travel from one end of the country to another.
Our traffic jams are really insignificant compared to other countries, it is really just heavy traffic.
Sometimes we lose to Korea, but that’s just a part of life.
National Service gives our guys a better-than-average body. “Some of them are very chiseled! Yum!” Says a thirsty millennial.
Stalking a potential date? A friend of a friend probably already knows that person, so you can easily do some form of a background check.
“I remember paying about 40% tax in USA and 25-30% tax in Japan,” says someone who lived in both countries.
“We have a small but globally recognised group of tattoo artists and Singaporeans are increasingly accepting of body art,” says someone who is covered neck to ankle in Japanese tattoos.
Our malls are equipped with power plugs to charge your phone; plus they also keep you cool in the hot weather.
Even the Prime Minister has to queue up for food.
“Bubble tea everywhere and lots of different type of toppings too.”
I met people from all walks of life in NS—gangsters who own parangs to someone who claims to be a good friend of Prime Minister Lee’s son.
The diverse CCAs available in schools, such as guzheng, harp, taekwondo, Chinese dance, Indian dance, Sepak Takraw, etc.
The prevalence of 4G turns Singapore into a modern day kampong. You can find a lost dog or support for your social cause, just by calling on the internet mob.
No closing at 3.00pm on Sundays like in some European cities.
We have a growing crop of local artistes and musicians, such as the very talented (and handsome) Charlie Lim.
The best place to show off our incredible efficiency.
Praise the government for all the sun/rain shelters being built!
Try finding one in New York City or London.”
I will also never be able to unsee girls in Beijing doing their business with the cubicle door open,” says an avid traveller.
Thank you government for not banning Facebook; just don’t spread fake news!
Though not legalised, an increasing tolerance and acceptance toward the LGBT community.
Or at least they try.
The Trump/Kim Summit, Crazy Rich Asians, and now West World!
Only S$2.50 per entry? Sign me up RN.
It is very possible to find love on Tinder.
Consider this a reverse onsen of sorts.
Gives a feeling of kinship.
Thank you Scoot for letting us see Southeast Asia and with our pathetic millennial paycheques.
Free Zumba and Tai Chi bring people of different social status together.
One theme that came up often was how much Singaporeans love their public transport. Many enjoyed the comfortable long bus rides, affordable fares and the many new MRT lines being built across the island.
We are sure Singapore has a long way to go to become a Utopia, however, it is best to stay happy by counting our blessings.
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How many phone cases do we need?
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