Singapore

I visited Singapore with some friends to celebrate my birthday. There were 14 of us in the group and each and every member of the party found something about Singapore that they loved.

For some it was the glamour and opulence of the hotels. I particularly loved The Fullerton which was grand and imposing. We enjoyed the most spectacular brunch here with a vast array of the fresh seafood and exquisite sushi. Others preferred the wonder of the more modern and elaborate buildings. Such as the spectacular three tower Marina Bay Sands with 'Skypark' across the top.

Many loved the historic and cultural elements of Chinatown, a bustling area with small shops and restaurants serving cheap and tasty dishes. We also enjoyed the culinary delights of the Hawker centres. Local food stalls in a collective area a little like a food court. Not 5 star but a feast for the eyes!

All of us were wowed by the Singapore Flyer, the world's largest observation wheel. As it was my birthday we had a private capsule and a champagne toast. The service was as good as the views. There was so much to do we couldn't fit everything in. We were there for three days but I wish we had gone for more. I will next time.

We'd been told that it would be horridly humid in September but we actually found it quite comfortable and we spent a lot of time walking. However, most people take the cheap and easily accessible cabs. There are hotels to fit every budget and the room standards are very good. Location makes a big difference to the cost, but from my experience it is so easy to get around, hotel location wouldn't be my biggest priority.