One of the most enjoyable and fun cities in Southeast Asia, Singapore's claim to fame is not just its world-class airport and lush green expressway. Fashion lovers can take a stroll through Orchard Road and explore the fashion emporiums lining the street. Antique lovers should head straight to Chinatown to get a good bargain. Others can take a peaceful walk around the numerous green and colorful parks in the city. There are number of pubs and clubs to keep you busy in the evenings.
Singapore is a melting pot for various cultures, with people from China, India and Malaysia calling this island nation their home. The diversity of culture is reflected in the architecture that makes walking along the streets of Singapore city a delight.
Dive with the sharks in Sendosa's Underwater World; go mountain biking at Bukit Timah; experience the excitement of a night safari at the Singapore Zoo; enjoy waterskiing on Kallang River; or enjoy the thrill of rock climbing and go-karting. You can leave city life behind by visiting the Bukit Timah Nature Reserve rainforest at the center of the island.
Besides being the host for the 2012 Olympics, London is also city full of diversity, culture and energy. While there are many migrants in the city, London still exudes a typical British charm that is hard to replicate. Its boxy black taxis, red double-decker buses, the Westminster, Tower Bridge and the Thames are symbolic of what London stands for.
London's famous pint beer and fish 'n' chips are something no one should miss. They truly depict the spirit of this beautiful city. Music lovers can visit Abbey Road Studios at St John's Wood to put their signature on the wall in front of the studios. Spend your time shopping at the Burlington Arcade where it is still illegal to whistle, hum, hurry, sing or carry large packages. Bargain lovers should visit the Chinatown located between Shaftesbury Avenue and Leicester Square.
If you live in London, it is a must to see the changing of guards at Buckingham Palace at 11.30 a.m. The ceremony lasts for around 40 minutes. The city is also home to numerous museums and art galleries. During the weekends, Piccadilly Circus is the place to enjoy a night out. There is even an indoor theme park, Segaworld, which is the largest in the world and has an array of games from the 21st century. The famous Shakespeare's Globe Theater was reconstructed into a polygonal shape that hosts the later plays of the Bard of Avon.
The Big Apple is a world of its own. This truly amazing city is a melting pot of cultures and, within its diversity, it has carved a unique niche for itself. The culture of New York can be enjoyed by visiting the Paul Kasmin gallery; then head to Central Park and cut across the park to the Metropolitan Museum of Art to catch the latest art exhibition in the city. Later, you can head to Lower East Side to the Abrons Art Center to see some fantastic experimental theater acts.
If art and culture is not for you, spend some time at the serene and peaceful Trinity Church cemetery. From here, you can go to the Tenement Museum at Lower East Side to check out paintings on the life of the early migrants. Take a stroll around the Columbus Park and catch the mahjong and domino players competing with one another, and the basketball lovers playing hoops.
If you live in New York City, you cannot miss a ferry ride to the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island to check out the National Immigration Museum and then heading to 86th floor of the Empire State Building's observatory deck.
Also known as the Marvelous City, or cidade maravilhosa, Rio de Janeiro is a truly an exciting city to live in. The city has it all -- rolling mountains, sandy beaches and verdant rainforests to keep you busy year-round. The city's popular Copacabana and Ipanema beaches offer spectacular sights that are forever etched in the mind. The numerous dance halls, bars and alfresco cafés allow the residents of the city to live for the moment. Use the cable cars to reach the world famous Sugar Loaf Mountain from where you can view the entire Copacabana Beach. However, the most notable landmark is the Statue of Christ, the Redeemer on top of the Corcovado Mountain, which the Tijuca National Park at its foothill.
Rio is home to the largest carnival celebrations in the world. The parade and the parties are truly worth experiencing. The cuisine of the city is also something that makes it one of the fun places to live in.
