For a one-week stay, a serviced apartment may be more economical than a hotel stay. It comes with a living space and a kitchenette, evoking a home away from home feel. 

Start your staycation by immersing yourself in Singapore’s unique mix of Chinese, Malay and Indian cultures. 

Make your way to Kampong Glam, situated just minutes from Pan Pacific Serviced Suites Beach Road or PARKROYAL Serviced Suites Singapore. Visit the Malay Heritage Centre to gain an insight into the island’s rich Malay culture and heritage. Thereafter, stroll along the vibrant Haji Lane to admire the creative street murals and browse unique Middle-Eastern themed shops along Arab street. 

Hungry for more culture? Take a 15-minute walk to the famous Kwan Im Thong Hood Cho Temple in Bugis, a popular place of worship for those seeking good luck from the goddess of mercy. Pop by next door to the Hindu Sri Krishnan Temple — a national monument of Singapore — to admire the intricate carvings adorning the temple. The two temples are known to have a “cross-worshipping” practice. So do not be surprised to see devotees emerging from Sri Krishnan Temple and entering the Kwan Im Thong Hood Cho Temple and vice versa! 

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Research has shown that spending just 10 minutes connecting with nature reduces stress levels and lifts your mood. Devote your second day to interacting with nature. Go on a nature excursion to the Singapore Botanic Gardens, which is a short bus ride away from Pan Pacific Serviced Suites Orchard. The UNESCO World Heritage Site features trees, plants and flowers of all shapes and sizes. 

Another green paradise to visit is the scenic nature wonderland of Gardens By The Bay. Located at the Bayfront MRT station (close to Pan Pacific Serviced Suites Beach Road and PARKROYAL Serviced Suites Singapore), its temperature-controlled Cloud Forest is a must. The lush vegetation of the gargantuan greenhouse’s tropical highlands, combined with its towering mist-filled waterfall, makes for an otherworldly yet calming sight. Finish off your day in nature with the Light show at night among the Supertree Grove. 

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Revisit the joys of your childhood for a day, starting with a visit to the MINT Museum of Toys (a short walk away from Pan Pacific Serviced Suites Beach Road and PARKROYAL Serviced Suites Singapore). Featuring a curated collection of over 50,000 vintage toys and collectables, this private museum will be an eye-opening experience with a heavy dose of nostalgia. 

When was the last time you got onto a trampoline? Release your inhibitions at BOUNCE Singapore located close to Pan Pacific Serviced Suites Orchard. A freestyle playground and indoor trampoline park with a climbing wall, jump area, dunking nets and a dodgeball battlefield, this is one playground where adults can behave like a child! 

Next, take it a few notches down at Play Nation, a cosy lifestyle and gaming cafe featuring an extensive board game selection, including classics like Monopoly and Risk. Or, if you prefer more excitement, choose from a wide selection of Xbox and Nintendo games. After all, video games are a great way to unwind and a stress reliever for children of all ages. 

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Reach into your hidden artistic side with an art jam session at Arteastiq, where you can conjure your very own work of art on a blank canvas while enjoying a drink. 

Further nourish your inner artist with a trip to the National Gallery Singapore. Be inspired by the creative artworks of artists from all over Southeast Asia and gain new perspectives and appreciation of art in the region. Who knows what new inspiration you may find? 

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There is nothing better than retail therapy to put you in a happy mood—especially if we are talking about Singapore! 

If you are staying at Pan Pacific Serviced Suites Orchard, shopping is literally at your doorstep. Singapore’s world-famous shopping street Orchard Road offers an endless smorgasbord of retail and dining opportunities—from the latest French fashion, Japanese groceries, to American sportswear. 

Those staying at Pan Pacific Serviced Suites Beach Road or PARKROYAL Serviced Suites Singapore can take a 10-minute stroll to youth bastions Bugis Junction and Bugis+ to shop for your favourite street-inspired fashions, indulge in cafe hopping, or uncover the world of movies. 

Shopping without an objective can lead to overspending, so here are some tips to stop yourself from spending too much:

1. Make a list of things you wish to buy. It may be a new pair of shoes, or a wallet, so keep to your list, and you’ll be fine.
2. Have a budget in mind. It will serve as a reminder of how much you can spend.
3. Watch out for bargains. Retailers may offer sales promotions from time to time, which can help you save. 

With these tips, you can enjoy shopping and not burn a hole in your wallet.

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What is a holiday without feasting? After all, Singapore was once famously known as a “fried rice paradise.” 

Go food hunting on your final day of staycation. Those staying at Pan Pacific Serviced Suites Orchard can tuck into famous local favourites at Newton Food Centre, just two MRT Stations away. Featured in the world-famous movie Crazy Rich Asians, this local food paradise offers everything from chilli crab, sambal stingray, to fried oyster omelette. 

If you are at Pan Pacific Serviced Suites Beach Road or PARKROYAL Serviced Suites Singapore,  take a short walk to Albert Hawker Centre, with famed hawker stalls such as the eponymous Seng Bak Chor Mee, Guan Kee Fried Carrot Cake, and Bai Nian Niang Dou Fu. And if you still have some appetite left, go for some desserts from Zheng Xing Mei Shi. 

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Need more recommendations for your Singapore staycation? Read about what to do in Destination Insights, or contact the teams at Pan Pacific Serviced Suites Beach Road, Pan Pacific Serviced Suites Orchard or PARKROYAL Serviced Suites Singapore. We look forward to hosting you soon!