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Post Shopping in singapor
Singapore is an excellent place for shopping and has over 250 shopping malls to visit. This site lists shopping malls and shopping areas with a map and provides a shopping directory to search for products and services by sections. It is a treasure trove for those visiting or living in Singapore!

Official opening hours are from around 9am to 10pm, but many shops especially those in Suntec City, Funan (the IT Mall) and some others do not open before around 11 am.
Late night shopping: on Orchard Road every Saturday as shopping and dining hours at participating malls are extended till 11pm.
It is very difficult to insure that information is constantly updated as the shops close down and move to other more promising locations in a matter on months.Therefore, We recommend to call the shops, verify their location and ask for direction and opening hours.


Tue Jul 13, 2010 8:16 am
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No. 1: Orchard Road-Marina Bay Shopping Belt

This 5km stretch is Singapore's most famous shopping address. The Luis Vuittons and Armanis of this world are well-represented here. Enjoy the atmosphere during the Great Singapore Sale or the Christmas Light Up. But my favourite mall on Orchard Road is the unpretentious - if a bit aged - Far East Plaza, where you could snag a bohemian necklace or get any part of your body tatooed.

No. 2: Sim Lim Square - Electronics Mecca

Sim Lim Square is where the locals go to satisfy their high-tech cravings. And its easy to see why - 6 levels of computer-related shops offering the best prices in Singapore. Be warned, however, that you need to be brutally unfeeling here - aim for the lowest prices and ignore the customer service.

Beware of a few salespeople on Level 1, who may try to mark up prices on you. Or sell you a model you've never heard of.

No. 3: Ethnic Stuff @ Chinatown, Little India and Kampong Glam

When a new shopping centre was planned for Little India recently, the authorities said it was going to be 'good for tourism'. Just what were they thinking? Do we need another new shopping centre for Little India?

At the moment, however, there are still places to pick up nice souvenirs - stuff that you'll proudly give to friends and relatives. But I'm not sure how long this will last. Already, many visitors are describing some Chinatown shops as 'tacky'.

This is true. But don't let that stop you from browsing, for there are still numerous shops here who have not bowed down to the Lord of Useless Souvenirs.

No. 4: Mustafa Centre

Every traveller who has run out of time goes to Mustafa Centre. This is the place for last-minute Singapore shopping. The Mustafa Centre is open 24/7 and sells everything from groceries to shampoo, to ethnic jewellery, to the latest electronics. It doesn't matter whether you turn up at 2pm or 2am. The goods are always piled up in heaps.

No. 5: Sungei Road 'Thieves Market'

There was a time when the goods sold here were supposedly stolen from somewhere. Not really so any more. But the Sungei Road 'Thieves Market' is still a Singapore icon today. Stroll among the makeshift stalls and watch the locals bargain/banter with the stall-holders. But if you really want, look carefully among the junk and you may find something quite special.

Sungei Road is positively the most under-rated Singapore shopping spot.


Fri Jul 16, 2010 7:24 am
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Shopping is one of the greatest pleasures in Singapore. Part of the fun is the excellent buys and great variety of shops all over the island. Delight in a bargain at a little neighbourhood shop, pick up a quaint item or two as you stroll through colourful ethnic quarters, discover favourite buys of the droves who flock to our modern malls or be enthralled by the splendour of whole shopping "cities" selling everything under the sun.

Many top hotels also have an attached shopping arcade with fine boutiques specialising in designer fashion, accessories, jewellery and watches.

And designer brands from the fashion runways of the world can be affordable - if you know where to look. Find them at the growing number of discount shops around the city. The magic is affordable in Singapore.


Mon Aug 23, 2010 2:48 pm
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Hello

Hopping is considered the national past time on the island. Ranging from hi-tech wares to designer wear, there is something for everyone. Browsing around local markets and shop houses in the ethnic enclaves to the glitzy portals of Orchard Road, the experiences are wide, varied and even intriguing.
With the second most favorite pastime next to eating in Singapore, shopping is like a passion in this exotic island. Not surprisingly, Singapore is fondly called the paradise of shopping. It would not be wrong to say that it is the awesome shopping experience that makes Singapore one of the most sought-after destinations. Many tourists come here for the sole purpose of shopping. This small island country has around 250 shopping malls that offer excellent shopping places which will leave you with an enriching buying experience at the end of the day .
All kinds of articles right from designer brands, jewelery, fashion accessories and watches to electrical goods from around the globe are available in Singapore. You only need right information for the right place to shop. Some of the places in Singapore .


Mon Aug 23, 2010 3:53 pm
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Hi

Singapore is an excellent place for shopping and has over 250 shopping malls to visit. This site lists shopping malls and shopping areas with a map and provides a shopping directory to search for products and services by sections. It is a treasure trove for those visiting or living in Singapore!

Official opening hours are from around 9am to 10pm, but many shops especially those in Suntec City, Funan (the IT Mall) and some others do not open before around 11 am.
Late night shopping: on Orchard Road every Saturday as shopping and dining hours at participating malls are extended till 11pm.

Thanks


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