Comments on: Pulau Ubin: Singapore’s Memory Lane

By: Rachel Heller

Rachel Heller — Sun, 02 Aug 2015 13:26:34 +0000

In reply to Nancie. It didn't even occur to me to go to the zoo. Maybe next visit! I'd love to hear what you think of Pulau Ubin when you get there.

By: Nancie

Nancie — Sun, 02 Aug 2015 11:04:03 +0000

Sounds like you had a fantastic day on Pulau Ubin. I’ve been to Singapore, and the highlight for me was the Singapore Zoo. I’m not usually a big fan of zoos, but this one is definitely world class. Next time I get there I’ll have to make a little trip to Pulau Ubin. I love those flags flying in the wind.

By: Rachel Heller

Rachel Heller — Fri, 31 Jul 2015 05:34:15 +0000

In reply to Ruth – Tanama Tales.

Yes, it’s very bikeable, except for the heat and humidity. Maybe other times of the year would be better; I’m not sure. But you’re right, even if it’s just a park, people need some nature! Look at Central Park in NYC, for example. People would go nuts without it!

By: Ruth - Tanama Tales

Ruth - Tanama Tales — Thu, 30 Jul 2015 23:41:50 +0000

Great to know there are places like this close to urban centers. The souls needs to recharge once in a while. It would be great to bike around.

By: Rachel Heller

Rachel Heller — Thu, 30 Jul 2015 23:30:08 +0000

In reply to Sally@Toddlers on Tour. I actually visited that too and had a nice stroll around with my foster daughter but didn't find it terribly interesting, except for one really cool piece of art. I'll look through my pictures and see if there's enough to say for me to post about it...

By: Sally@Toddlers on Tour

Sally@Toddlers on Tour — Thu, 30 Jul 2015 12:54:55 +0000

I have been to Singapore and really enjoyed it and since they have developed Singapore’s Gardens by the Bay I would like to go back. But love the idea that we can see something that is not shiny and new.

By: Rachel Heller

Rachel Heller — Wed, 29 Jul 2015 22:55:54 +0000

In reply to Jackie Smith. Yes, it's growing fast, I think. I wish they'd put more of that energy into restoring and preserving old architecture rather than always assuming that newer is better. Thanks for commenting!

By: Rachel Heller

Rachel Heller — Wed, 29 Jul 2015 22:51:17 +0000

In reply to Betsy Wuebker. You're welcome! Your timing couldn't have been better!

By: Jackie Smith

Jackie Smith — Wed, 29 Jul 2015 15:39:55 +0000

I wrote about our visit to Singapore two weeks ago and had at least one traveler comment that it had grown and changed since their visit not so many years ago. It is sleek and modern but the ethnic quarters are fabulous. Spent time in the Chinese Quarter and missed out on India Quarter – next time!

By: Betsy Wuebker

Betsy Wuebker — Wed, 29 Jul 2015 14:38:19 +0000

Oh, Rachel, I am so glad you made it to Pulau Ubin! What a special day to spend with Billie, who has such a personal connection. Thank you for linking to our article, too!