Dude, you have no idea how soulless Singapore is.They are just like another Dubai, they also exploit workers,from Vietnam and Bangladesh,and our routine everyday is almost the same. My mother comes home from work and sleep, and go to work the next day.For me,I go to Poly andcome back home. Its all about money here too.
Man I really miss Pakistan...
Damn, I had a completely different experience in Singapore. I found it very lively there. Lots of parties, places to hang out. I used to love going with my friends to Orchard Road.
If you want to complain about monotony, come live in Gaborone. We have 3 malls worth hanging out in. And the whole country has 1/3 the population of Singapore.
Well it can be termed as the work culture, but if for same work foreigners / pr are paid far less than locals its pretty close to exploitation. But my major issue was with the daily routine. Its sooo bloody mechanical and repeatative. everything is so monotonous. Similar looking accommodation hdb flats (condoms are too expensive). All high rises, hardly any cultural activity to speak of. And worst part is - the emphasis on money. World revolves around it. Everyone is chasing it.
Oh and I would not even start on the nanny state part. Its a " fine" city with fines for everything leading to chewing gums.
Stayed there for an year almost, returned to India at first proper opportunity.
Racialism check. Materialistic check. Exploitation check. Extreme working hours check. Show off check. Pretty close huh!
Anyways to each his own. If you like the city good for you and a happy stay. Was not meant for me or maybe I am a romantic.
The workers are paid less than locals, but they are not forced to stay there. Their passports are not taken away.
Yes, daily routine can be monotonous, if you let it get to you. I used to stay in a student lodge, so for me, there was no routine! And yes, at $15-$17 per pack, condoms are expensive.
There are a lot of fines, but if you are careful, you wont get one. I never did. And the fines are ok with me, since it prevents people littering and smoking in public.
And yes, I did notice that in Singapore some crowds think too much of money. But I guess you didnt meet the right people. I had Singaporean friends and I never had problems with money or racism there.
Wow, singapore exploits workers???? Can you give me some more info? I love singapore everyone respects everyone else, friendly people gr8 place.
Exactly. I thought Singapore was pretty awesome. I was only there for 6 months, but i had a blast there. Would love to go back.
Certain people like certain lifestyles. I loved Singapore. Some of my friends from India and China didn't. Different people have different preferences.
Its probably the same case with Dubai.
. I have been to switzerland for a project stayed there for 6 months, I hated it. I am the kind of guy who cares about what other people think about me so, oooh god the way some of them look, racism oozing out of them. I think Europe still suffers from the colonial hangover. Compared to that singapore is awsome.
