© Getty ImagesYour Guide To SingaporeSingapore is made up of one main island and 63 surrounding islands and sits just 85 miles from the equator
It’s not just Liam and Isack that are flying. 2025 is almost done! Liam’s party hat is for some other celebration, though…
Isack celebrated his 21st birthday last weekend, so you know we had to pull out the stops and join in. But of course, we had to start by sharing the kind words of Mr Liam Lawson.
Last time out in Baku, we hand-delivered Isack’s special birthday request: ‘a boujee eye mask’. We think it went down a treat. Plenty more to come from Liam and Isack as we head into the next race.
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FORMULA 1 SINGAPORE AIRLINES SINGAPORE GRAND PRIX 2025.
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Let’s get into it. This is VCARB’s Cultural Guide to Singapore.
Singapore is made up of one main island and 63 surrounding islands and sits just 85 miles from the equator, resulting in one of the hottest tropical climates in any country (and any F1 Grand Prix, for that matter). Singapore is one of the most developed countries in the world, ranking at the top end for education, healthcare and the economy and also has the third-highest population density in the world. Over six million people call Singapore home, despite the country being just 284 square miles.
Singapore became an independent republic in 1965, after years of a political tug of war with its neighbouring countries. Since then, Singapore has become a hub of economic activity, housing some of the world’s largest seaports, foreign exchange centres and oil rigs. There’s no surprise, then, that Singapore is regularly ranked as the most expensive country in the world. Add to that 13 million annual tourists, and it’s clear to see how Singapore has become one of the global superpowers.
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If you’re visiting Singapore for the Grand Prix, you’re coming at one of the most humid and wet times of the year. Rainfall is a near-guarantee, and the tropical monsoon heat is certainly noticeable.
But that shouldn’t stop you from exploring this fascinating country. Here are some of the best things to do in Singapore during your visit.
You’ll have seen these incredible human-made trees before, but Supertree Grove and its surrounding Gardens by the Bay are a must-see - especially at night. During the race weekend, they have a Swiss Summer exhibit, bringing the taste of the Alps to the heat of Singapore. Their Flower Dome, Cloud Forest and Observatories are worth the visit.
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If you’re sticking around in Singapore after the Grand Prix, why not get involved in Deepavali (Diwali)? The streets of Singapore turn into a colourful celebration of light and culture and are even the ideal place to get yourself a henna tattoo.
Finally, there’s not much better than a cruise along Marina Bay during the night. Traditional ‘bumboats’ navigate the Singapore River, offering the most incredible views of the city. We like to play a game where we try to spot as many parts of the Marina Bay circuit as possible.
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Singapore is a melting pot of language, culture and religion. One of its very own Prime Ministers praised the country for its vast diversity. Native English speakers lean towards Western cultural values, while those with Chinese as their native language will favour Eastern traditions. What we’re left with is a hub of international culture, and we absolutely love it.
The National Gallery Singapore is their flagship exhibition, with over 8,000 pieces from local and Southeast Asian artists. Then there’s the Red Dot Design Museum, the ArtScience Museum, the Asian Civilisations Museum, the Peranakan Museum, The Arts House, and The Esplanade. Do we need to continue?
The cuisine of Singapore is baked into its Asian roots: Chinese and Indian meals are among the most common, but it’s not unusual to see a Western-style dish sneak into the mainstream meal plans. We’re talking Hainanese chicken rice, chilli crab, char kway teow (Chinese sausage and rice noodles) and nasi lemak (coconut rice with fried chicken). Long story short, you’ll not be going hungry in Singapore.
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Away from the track, Singapore has been home to gold medal Olympic swimmers, world champion table tennis teams and badminton masters. Being made up of so many islands, it’s not unusual for water sports to be so popular in Singapore.
And now the thing you’re here for, obvs.
Formula One has been visiting Marina Bay since 2008, and it was the first-ever street circuit in Asia designed to facilitate Formula One. The track is considered, by fans and drivers alike, to be one of the most challenging races on the entire calendar. 62 laps, 19 corners and three miles of the tightest and most technical sequences of corners in the world. The layout changed in 2023 due to the circuit needing reprofiling, but it’s still a huge physical challenge for our drivers.
Speaking of our drivers, join Liam and Isack from October 3-5, for the FORMULA 1 SINGAPORE AIRLINES SINGAPORE GRAND PRIX 2025.
See you on the streets!
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