Hello!
I recently posted asking people to tell me their thoughts on Singapore since I will be living there from the end of November through the end of March 2010. I'll be working at the new Universal Studios Singapore (USS) .
I got some great replies and with the research I've done online I think I've gotten a clear idea of life in Singapore (at least a starting point).
Now I'd like to know if anyone who lives on Sentosa island or knows the area well can give me an idea of what life is like there. From what I've read life can be limiting there because it's basically a tourist island.
Any views or thoughts?
Also, can anyone give me a realistic, practical view of the weather and climate? I don't mean how hot and humid it is, I've had many people tell me that the humidity can be unbearable at times. I mean any practical advise on how it will be for someone like me: American, not thin but not too heavy (a little chubby), white but I don't burn easily. I'm just trying to get an idea of how the humidity and heat will affect me physically. I read two different articles from people who lived there, one said he gained weight there because he couldn't do outdoor activities due to the humidity and all he did was work and eat. And the other said she lost weight because it was so hot and humid.
I know I can't be 100% prepared. I'm excited about going and have a positive attitude about the whole venture. But the weather seems to be the last area where I'm still unclear due to conflicting accounts.
Anyone, can you give me real, honest pros and cons about the weather as well as advice on how to make it easier on myself? I need practical advice; the day in and day out reality of living in such heat and humidity.
Thanks for any and all advise! :)