Saturday, March 9, 2013

Singapore's Sentosa Island Resort - Southernmost Point in Continental Asia

Those that know me, know that I am not big on major tourist attractions.  With that said, I did venture over to Sentosa Island Resort during my recent trip to Singapore.  I had time after spending my morning at the Singapore Botanical Gardens and a short train ride over toward Sentosa Island simply seemed like a logical thing to do.

Sentosa is home to Universal Studios, a new Marine Life Park and many other 'tourist' attractions.  My intention was not to partake in any of those things, but to simply find a cute cafe near the water's edge (and across from the resort) where I could simply enjoy a light lunch.  Instead, I started to meander along a pathway and I, rather quickly, came upon a nice (& new) boardwalk leading to Sentosa Island Resort.  Curiosity quickly kicked in as I approached the resort's entrance.  The next thing I knew, I was inside the resort.

As I drifted about, I stumbled upon Singapore's Hard Rock Cafe where I was compelled to enjoy a cold, local beer called 'Tiger'.  This is where I had learned that a short journey (via tramway and open-air bus, similar to Disney World) could take me over to Continental Asia's Southernmost Point.  I had to experience this. 

Crossing the suspension bridge to Continental Asia's Southernmost Point was similar to that of approaching Key West, Florida's Southernmost Point.  I felt the uniqueness of this experience and I wanted to share this with my friend's and family. 

Sentosa Island has beautiful beaches and many tourist attractions that can entertain families with kids for days. 

Enjoy this video.