Singapore is like the Little Engine that Could. Small but lively, the City-State has been dedicated to making itself a state-of-the-art destination. Hong Kong has shopping malls? Singapore has them too. Macau has casinos? Singapore will join the fray soon too. Sydney’s Circular Quay and Opera House? Singapore has its new performing arts centre and quay for dining, right on the waterfront. Disneyland? Singapore has Sentosa Island, developing itself into a theme park to compete with the bigger competition. Thus there is a huge variety of fun and interesting options, some even home grown. Two of the most unique are the Night Safari offered by the Singapore Zoo and the Jurong Bird Park, with its breathtaking display of various tropical birds and rare species. Few cities in Asia can offer the beautiful colonial architecture and the careful restoration of historical buildings that Singapore’s government, with the greatest foresight, has chosen to preserve and treasure. From a lively art and theatre scene, to the latest fashion and culinary trends to the chic clubbing scene, Singapore offers the “dernier cri” in a safe and clean environment.