When I was in Singapore I got myself an 'ez.link' card. This was a card that could be used as a travel card on the MRT or buses. A very convenient way of travelling, and when necessary you simply 'topped' up your card.

Again, I have to say that travelling on Singapore's transport system makes me feel rather embarrassed to reflect on the quality of transport we have in Britain. (Although, yes, I will admit it has been improving in recent years).

Like the food halls, transport is so cheap – and give excellent value for money.

As a tourist I was usually able to travel in comfort, choosing my times outside 'rush hour'. Although of course there were

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times when it was rather crowded.

Having an ez.link card made it so much easier – not having to carry loose change, and worry about losing paper tickets.

So, apart from the usual 'cultural' activities, and shopping, there was time for simple relaxation. One such time was going to the cinema to see 'Elektra'.

And of course a visit to 'Sentosa' is a must if you get the chance.

Sentosa is a kind of fantasy island, south of the main island. Although you can gain access via cable car from the World Trade Centre; the thought of being 300 ft. up in the air in a small cable car didn't really appeal to me, so we used the Causeway Bridge.

Formerly the headquarters for British military at Fort Siloso, it was developed into a resort in the 1980's when it was re-named Sentosa.

There is so much to do, but with my limited attention span I wanted to enjoy a trip on the monorail which took us on a trip round the sights of the island. And then to the 'Underwater World'.

A submerged moving 'sidewalk' enables you to enjoy a ride where you can observe all around you thousands of sea creatures.

And maybe join in?

And such a beautiful beach, surprisingly quiet; but it was a weekday, and it did start to get a bit busier with school children towards

the end of the afternoon.

I was happy enough to sit with Benny in a shaded area and have a pleasant meal overlooking the water.

And theatre?

Well, we did go one very hot day to the 'Alliance Francaise' to see a matinee performance of 'Spring Dancing' by Toy Factory theatre ensemble.

To quote the Director, Jeremiah Choy. '..not a musical, and certainly not a play. It is a showcase of seven multi-talented young men of how the songs they have chosen had affected them then, and still affects them now.

If you had read my article on Hong Kong, you'd realise that I could relate to that sentiment.