I'm still new to this blog site and am still learning how it functions. I apologize for any format issues. I'm doing all of this on my phone and may have to wait until we are home so I can make adjustments on our PC.
I wanted to comment on the taxi service in Singapore for any future travelers to this beautiful country.
We had fully intended to use the MRT and did considerable research on routes and location of their stations. However, due to the accessibility and low cost of their taxi's, we have yet to step foot in a MRT station.
The most expensive taxi so far was yesterday's ride from the Gardens by the Bay to our hotel. Total cost was $11.90 SGD or $9.09 USD. IMHO, quite a deal for door-to-door service! The taxi drivers have all been extremely friendly and helpful with suggestions as to what to see and do in their city.
One item of caution, if you flag a taxi down on the street they will charge you a $4.60 SGD ($3.51 USD) additional surcharge. Why? None of the drivers gave us a satisfactory answer, "it just is" is their answer. Btw, this additional fee is clearly posted on the taxi's door. And, they all take credit cards.
The workaround for this is to walk to any of the many hotels and ask the Doormen to order you a taxi. Easy-peasy!
