Singapore Trip: Should You Rent A Vehicle?

By Anthony Cook


Finding vehicles that will take you to the tourist destinations in Singapore is quite an easy thing to do. All parts of the city can be accessed either by bus or through the MRT (Mass Rapid Transport System), and both can give you a convenient ride at a reasonable cost.

But in spite of the obvious fact that there's little to be gained from renting a vehicle in Singapore, there are instances that you'd consider this option especially if you want your transportation needs be handled by a professional.

One example is when you have a meeting that is scheduled during the rush hours. In Singapore, rush hours fall at 8:00-9:30 am and 5:00-7:00 pm. When you choose to rent a vehicle, you will no longer have to look for a taxi, or take multiple rides because there is no direct trip to your destination. In short, you'll reach your destination in the most convenient and fastest way possible with a private vehicle.

Another example where renting a vehicle in in the city is advisable is when your visit coincides with one of the major festivals or national celebrations in Singapore. Singapore consists of different religions and ethnic groups so it's not impossible to encounter such events when you visit Singapore.

For instance, during Ramadan and Chinese New Year, Moslems and Chinese return to their own home village to celebrate these occasions with their families. And this means it is one of the times of the year when the city roads are heavily congested and the hotel capacity is stretched to the limit.

Most of the festivals in Singapore have no fixed dates. But you can communicate with local office tourists to get accurate information. You can also contact a reliable travel agency to get information on your behalf.

These are just a few instances when using a rented vehicle for your airport transfer in Singapore is a good choice. Finding a car rental company in Singapore is also an easy thing to do. Most of them can be reached online and you can easily check the kinds of vehicles they offer. If you are traveling with a group, a maxicab or maxi cab would be a practical choice.




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