Overview :
Singapore, also called the Garden City or Lion City, has an abundance of natural reserves harbouring a wide range of flora and fauna. You can trudge along the Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve and play with monkeys or even say hello to over 140 species of birds. You could visit the futuristic Gardens by the Bay, which is a 101-hectare garden comprising of space-like whimsical bio-domes, marvellous sculptures by prominent artists, and thousands of glowing super trees. Singapore is an amazing paradise for shopaholics and foodies. The culturally and racially diverse population of the city has contributed to its markets and restaurants, featuring locally-made handicrafts to high-end electronics and serving authentic as well as ‘hybrid’ delicacies. Be a part of the Singapore Art Week (SAW) festival and get your fix of the Asian contemporary and traditional art with over 100 events like open galleries and art fairs. Singapore tourism is all about the harmonious culture unison. Hence a trip to the Asian Civilizations Museum and the Peranakan Museum is a must in your list of places to visit in Singapore to experience the blend of diverse cultural civilizations of China, South-East Asia, South Asia, and West Asia.

Best Time To Visit:
July-September:While tourists visit throughout the year, the festive season is a great time to explore the many facets of Singapore, especially around July when the Great Singapore Sale and the Singapore Food Festival take place. Feb-April: The months between the summers and winters are quite pleasant.

Overview :
Pattaya is always switched on and fun. Experience spirituality at its stunning temples, enjoy shopping at the many shopping malls, weekend bazaars and floating amrkets or soak in the Thai culture by way of its delectable cuisine full of flavours and fragrances - all here in Pattaya. With its many attractions, shopping, dining and entertainment options, Pattaya is a delight for holidaymakers. Add to that, its proximity to Bangkok makes it an easy reach; and apart from water sports and nightlife, Pattaya offers endless possibilities when it comes to accommodation and entertainment, and a variety of things to do are some of the many good things about Pattaya. This vibrant coastal city shot to fame in early 1980s, and stayed there. From sunrise to sunset, Pattaya’s beaches are constantly brimming with life, as water sports lovers and sun worshippers take to the waters. After dark, the action shifts to the streets, as revellers explore its electrified nightlife scene, where drinking and partying continue until dawn. It has outgrown its image as a seedy beach town to a destination for a wider audience; whether couples, families or business travellers, Pattaya has something for everyone. 

Visiting Pattaya is easy as there are many Travel options

By Air
The nearest airport to Pattaya is the U-Tapao Airport located 30 kilometres away from Pattaya at Sattahip and offers limited connectivity to a handful of destinations. The Suvarnabhumi Airport in Bangkok is about 120 km away from Pattaya and a drive of an hour and a half approximately. There are Car Rental available from Suvarnabhumi to Pattaya and are fairly reasonably priced. An international airport serving the popular holiday destination of Bangkok, Suvarnabhumi is well-connected with most international and domestic airlines operating in and out of the airport.

By Road
Pattaya is located 147 kilometres (2-hour drive) away from Bangkok. One can hire cars to drive between the two cities and for travel within Pattaya and Bangkok. A frequent bus service (2 hours) plies between Pattaya and Bangkok connecting the main bus terminal of Pattaya with other bus terminals of Bangkok. Buses connecting Pattaya to the North-East region of Thailand, known as Isan, run from a bus terminal on Sukhumvit Road. Several long-distant buses depart from Bangkok’s Eastern Bus Terminal (Ekamai) every half an hour. Air-conditioned buses leave every thirty minutes between 5:20 a.m. and 11:20 p.m. daily. Many buses leave the Northern Bus Terminal (Mochit) between 5:30 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. and from the Southern Bus Terminal (Sai Tai Mai), buses leave at 5:30 a.m., 8:30 a.m., 10:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m.,4:00 p.m., 6:30 p.m. 

By Train
Pattaya is well-connected to Bangkok by rail. A daily train service operates between the main train station in Pattaya and the Hualamphong Station of Bangkok. Although third-class and without air-conditioning, this daily train service is an economical way to travel between Bangkok and Pattaya. Tickets can be purchased directly at the station and must be bought at least 30 minutes prior to departure.

Best Time To Visit:
November to February: The best time to visit Pattaya is from November to February when the weather is neither too hot nor too cold and remains mostly pleasant. This is also the peak tourist season and most beaches and other places of attraction are packed with visitors. One can expect short spells of rain and regular days of bright sunshine. But do try to make all your bookings in advance because places get sold out and prices tend to rise.

March to May: The weather becomes hot and humid during the months of March, April and May but nevertheless the influx of tourists remains high. While the beaches are busy during this period, they aren’t as crowded as during the peak season. Be sure to carry plenty of sunscreen lotion, sunglasses and a hat.

June to October: Pattaya experiences heavy rainfall from June to October and if you’re looking to enjoy Pattaya at its quiet best, then the rainy season is ideal. The beaches are much less crowded, temperature is not too high and hotel accommodation naturally becomes cheaper. Many people prefer to travel to Pattaya, especially during July and August, when rainfall is considerably lower and accommodation prices are more favourable. Don't forget to pack a sturdy pair of shoes to handle the rains!