Its a very small country but very densly populated , so they wana keep the cars out and have people use public transport thats why the cars are so expensive ... it makes sense
@83nomad5
Жыл бұрын
It's a classic example of a government telling its citizens how to live their lives. Outrageously-priced cars purposely designed to force people into using public transportation. Why even bother building roads.
@amichi10
Жыл бұрын
Visited Singapore only 8 times and enjoyed each trip, remember years ago cars needed permits just to drive into the city proper. Transport is excellent and cheap, food is moderately priced and hotels can be quite expensive during last visit in 2018. Always fun to explore the diversity of cultures and very rewarding. Hoping to return this year.
@eatdriveplay
Жыл бұрын
The so-called permits, is an automated toll system... LOL. just deducts money from a card in the car. From 50 cents to $4, cheaper than driving into Central London for 10 pounds, or SF's bridge tolls.
@uwet.8826
Жыл бұрын
@@eatdriveplayhe meant ALS.
@eatdriveplay
Жыл бұрын
@@uwet.8826 what ALS? LOL.
@garciatunion
Жыл бұрын
Ive been there many times, I don't see Singapore expensive for tourism, only for living and also good hotels are very expensive, besides that you could get the best food in the world for less than 10 USD, only Italian food is overpriced, best places for visiting are free or very affordable
@olympiakambouris9614
Жыл бұрын
Hello we went to Singapore In March and for us personally because we live in London we found it to be roughly the same as living in London, I mean Singapore isn’t cheap but neither is living in London
@ridewithgabi
Жыл бұрын
Yes I can totally understand. London is pretty expensive too
@eatdriveplay
Жыл бұрын
Public transport, cabs certainly cleaner and cheaper than London :) Parking and tolls too...
@olympiakambouris9614
Жыл бұрын
@@eatdriveplay yes definitely
@mkngpauline
Жыл бұрын
Spore is comparable to any 1st world city but we have cheaper options. Nevertheless accommodation and cars are really expensive because of land limitations.
@stevenrostron6671
Жыл бұрын
I find Singapore very reasonable comoared to NZ and Aistralia. Food is actually very cheap compared to the west, the hawker food centres have meals for a few dollars. Also no meed to own a car in Singapore, great public transport and taxis are cheap
@holidayusa098
Жыл бұрын
i agree
@eatdriveplay
Жыл бұрын
Yup. In Singapore car ownership is a convenience and luxury, rather than a practical need.
@pangtjonresor
Жыл бұрын
Hi Gabi. What a great presentation you make with facts that are so interesting, I visited Singapore 2019 and experienced during 3 days many places with wow factor, it is extremely clean everywhere and you feel safe on the streets and squares, but sure it is expensive but it is worth paying for if you stay just for a few days, We had an incredible experience and think 3 days was enough for us. Take care Gabi 👍
@angiechew4119
3 ай бұрын
Hi Gabi As a local, I myself is amazed by your video on the numerous night scenes - very good photo graph. Thumb up.
@Holiday_Mike007
Жыл бұрын
Thank u for another informative video. I have been to Singapore many times. Their Airline has the most expensive air fares also FYI.
@normwahl5395
4 ай бұрын
Gabi the best video on Singapore that I have seen yet. Especially seeing it at night. Thank you.
@moz1953
Жыл бұрын
your insights into all strata of the countries you visit Gabi is sublime, stay well x
@ridewithgabi
Жыл бұрын
Thanks 🙏🏻 I learned those things while staying in Singapore.. so I thought it would be interesting to share them 👍
@moz1953
Жыл бұрын
@@ridewithgabi i was offered a job there in 1992 with Sony Music but decided to stay in London and the Sunday Buffet at the Shangri-La in 1986 blew my mind - i think i ate from 1030 - 1630 for $15 🤢
@marnyburns3911
Жыл бұрын
Yet again thoroughly enjoyable. Would still like to visit.
@chalweranney9796
6 ай бұрын
Thank you for this insightful details
@EA00000
Жыл бұрын
I don’t think Singapore is so expensive ! The prices are same as in Australia ! Food prices are good and in food court you can eat for $5
@eduardochavacano
Жыл бұрын
Food is not so expensive considering serving size and quality.
@xcre8ionx
Жыл бұрын
Exectly in Malaysia a meal cost above RM10 already just imagine earning in RM..
@babtundeafolabi4705
8 ай бұрын
Thank you very much Gabi for the information you are providing and I think you are 100% on point regarding your research and documentary on Singapore. It's absolutely the most expensive country in the world.
@Kerikiki
Жыл бұрын
I'm not dreaming of going to Singapore. Is hot there like philippines
@dantesalazar7805
Жыл бұрын
Go to thailand its cold
@limchyehock6722
Жыл бұрын
But there are thousands and thousands and thousands of Pinoys in Singapore?!!
@dantesalazar7805
Жыл бұрын
@@limchyehock6722 maid
@steventay5834
Ай бұрын
Not too hot. Public transport has air conditioning
@xcre8ionx
Жыл бұрын
Main reason is Singapore currency is strong.. you will get less if you exchange it.. for local its more beneficial import stuff feel cheap.. in Malaysia iphone cost Rm7k just imagine earning in ringgit..
@babibrain
Жыл бұрын
Actually Singapore is not expensive at all. SGD4 can get you a meal in hawker stall vs Malaysia RM8. Frash graduate in Singapore earn SGD3000 Vs in Malaysia RM3000. Singapore is so cheap
@tomyam88
Жыл бұрын
Gabi, Thanks for visiting Singapore. 1 thing you may not know, 40 years ago Evangelist Billy Graham has came and declare a blessing on Singapore and prophesied that it will be the Antioch of Asia! ❤👍🏻
@jon8697
Жыл бұрын
1) how much income tax US govt charge the local? And how much income tax SG govt charge the local??? I can easily save 200k in 10yrs when i work in Singapore 2) 90% singaporean own a house. Its so cheap up to 190k grant for singaporean.
@TheTazmaniyak
Жыл бұрын
These "league tables" of most expensive cities are often created using metrics important for foreigners wanting to live somewhere other than their home countries. Singapore rates high because of rental costs of private housing/condo units, car ownership costs and private school education but Singapore also has very low taxes, great housing subsidies for their own population, excellent free health for Singaporeans, free Education for Singaporeans plus its extremely safe with some of the lowest crime in the world. Public transport is exceptional and cheap as are taxis. Local food is good and cheap and many Singaporeans eat out far more than Australians or Europeans. Foreign imported food can be expensive but its similar prices in Australia and parts of Europe. Singapore has never wanted to be a destination for cheap travel and it markets itself as a destination for luxury and shopping, lots and lots of shopping. The way Singapore sees it, if you want cheap ... go to their neighbouring countries. Finally, I would say that the Singapore government uses the levers it can control, especially around indirect taxes, to manage the population of foreigners to ensure that Singaporeans are not at too much of a disadvantage. After 14 amazing years of fantastic living in Singapore, we left in 2019 for much softer reasons than money and tax. I will always love Singapore but I am extremely happy not to live there anymore. Thanks for a great video!
@billyvrbanjac5381
Жыл бұрын
Give me Vietnam any day!!!
@Alienman1212
Жыл бұрын
Ive been lucky to live in singapore for 5 years through parents work. When it comes to housing I don't think I'll ever live in such a luxury place again :'D. Going back for one week holiday next month, for the first time since 2017... super gassed
@ValeandSa
Жыл бұрын
Ciao Gabi 😊 great video, glad to see you more regularly keep it up 💪
@ridewithgabi
Жыл бұрын
Thank you 🙏🏻
@katjaxxx7353
Жыл бұрын
Hi Gabi, new subscriber, love your videos - love from Germany
@itsjazzyjamtime4198
Жыл бұрын
thank you for sharing love your vlogs. Singapore is one of fav countries either those it so expensive, they set the bar for south east Asia. You can see cities like Bangkok , Kuala Lumper are trying replicate Singapore, and are doing good at it apart the traffic part.
@tanchye1720
Жыл бұрын
I would say, like it or not, smart Singapore Government management of the expensive ‘chain reaction’ in Singapore & inevitably the world. Look at how Singapore becomes a very advance modern society other countries envy. Singapore government earns BUT it puts back. 1. Space constrain = expensive properties but 80+% of Singaporean own their home. Government earns. 2. Road constrain = made cars less affordable & more expensive You are rich you can buy it. Less traffic means minimum needs for government to built roads & highways. Government spent less. Government earns. 3. Expensive cigarettes & liquors. You can buy, you can smoke or drink. Less to provide for personal health care. Government earns. 4. Restaurant, food courts, entertainment are more expensive. You can afford it you can eat there. Otherwise it’s cheaper to eat at local hawker centers or coffee shops. Government earns. 5. Singapore builds hospital like building 5 star hotels. One stay 3 days in hotel. One will probably stays 3 weeks in hospital. Government earns. 6. Etc.
@leewn2319
Жыл бұрын
Exactly 👍👍👏👏🇸🇬🇸🇬
@chowderying
7 ай бұрын
I have lived in Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonisia… Indeed Singapore is the most expensive place to live, but I loved it and I know it’s only because my income allowed me to enjoy it. At the same time I also immensely loved Bangkok after living there for 5 years, its vibrant colorful and friendly culture, and also obviously rich culinary experience. So those two are my favourite places to live. Mind you I currently live in London and prior to that I was living in Mexico city. I know I am biased being an Asian, Singapores and Thailand are still my favourite!
@steventay5834
18 күн бұрын
I like Singapore for safety, clean, world class transport and affordable food. I hate the High COE prices to own a car. Crazy government
@juniorjr5328
Жыл бұрын
Cant buy public house. Had to buy private and a small apartment is more expensive than city core Tokyo. Usd 2000 per square feet
@shadowj3311
Жыл бұрын
There is hotels for only $40 when the time I renovate my house I staying in those hotels for months. However I can’t list those hotels because KZitemr system will delete it automatically, Singapore government doesn’t encourage people to buy car that why invest so much on public transportation, medical care for Singaporean is not high because we have lots of grants from the government. Last year I just done my hart’s attack operation the hospital bill was $40k however after government grant I only have to pay #1+k.
@iAxianguy
13 күн бұрын
Singapore's high cost of living, driven by limited land space, high housing demand, a strong economy, reliance on imports, high taxes and duties, a strong currency, excellent public services, stringent government regulations, a robust luxury market, and higher labor costs compared to neighboring countries, raises concerns about its affordability for local residents. However, the city-state continues to invest in public housing, subsidies, and social programs to ensure that it remains liveable for its local population.
@theoadelaidabondocabe7261
Жыл бұрын
Mr. Gabi:Welcome to Singapore city,Singapore since you arrives last or two weeks ago in July of 2023❤❤❤I wish you safe journeys & good LUCK to you always in peace Southeast Asia 2023❤❤❤
@chasrand5913
Жыл бұрын
Be aware that there is a big difference in the value of a Singapore dollar and a US dollar, it will confuse some.
@tkyap2524
Жыл бұрын
Expensive to one may not be that expensive to another. An inexpensive place can be rendered expensive when people flock to it.
@vivabikerleo7546
Жыл бұрын
As far as traffic goes.... it isn't as quite during peak hour at all😮
@ridewithgabi
Жыл бұрын
Interesting… I guess it was so quiet because it was the weekend?
@tomburke5311
Жыл бұрын
There's a real two-stream economy, I think: one for citizens and another, much more expensive, for expatriates. And why not? - it's their country. Of course, there are ways that costs can be reduced a bit. I've been to Singapore a few times and I can't see that a car is essential. Useful sometimes, but public transport is so good (especially the MRT) and comprehensive. Plus Singapore is extremely safe; you don't feel that you're taking a risk by using public transport.
@MarkGauvreau
Жыл бұрын
JAPAN AND HONGKONG TOO.
@Valent_Nomad_vlog
Жыл бұрын
Hi Gabi , if you are still in Singapore let’s do a real estate video . Insane to visit and see 2-3 rooms apartaments at 20-25k per month but in the same tine you have meals at 4-5 / meal , impossible to find in many places in the World
@ridewithgabi
Жыл бұрын
Wow.. that’s crazy. Unfortunately I already left Singapore. Let’s keep in touch for the next time :)
@alextay2543
Жыл бұрын
As a Singaporean..a hdb here equal to 3 condominiums in thai by the beach....I have make the right choice for my retirement...
@MD-ih9xg
Жыл бұрын
lavoro e vivo a singapore dal 2015 ...... confermo,,,,,,,solo per parlare con un dottore , senza assicurazione , sono mimimo 60-80 dollari , solo per parlarci e dirgli cosa si ha , per una frattura semplice i 1000 dollari si superano "tranquillamente " , l'ultimo rinnovo contratto affitto lo scorso novembre .....aumento di 600 dollari da 2300
@ridewithgabi
Жыл бұрын
Wow 😯 grazie per la condivisione 🙏🏻
@leewn2319
Жыл бұрын
There is no subsidy for medical expenses for foreigners working in SG..if u want to work in SG u must take up healthcare & hospitalization insurance to mitigate your medical expenses. Also it depends on your company. Some companies covers medical costs at a capped cost per year or on a co-sharing basis which is company pays up to a capped amount or percentage and you pay the balance.
@dkj6946
8 ай бұрын
Furthermore your Ibis hotel location is in red light district and that’s why is cheaper
@holidayusa098
Жыл бұрын
Great review Can you please do the same review for Malaysia and Thailand
@m.3257
Жыл бұрын
Wanna add something regarding the hotel prices. I've been to Singapore in 2007 an hotel prices were really cheap back then. We paid 50 USD per night for a 4 star hotel. Today, you find nothing under 100 EUR/USD per night. The EURO was much stronger back then however and the ECB is ruining it at the moment.
@verollanesj1092
3 ай бұрын
Singapore imposes taxes on luxury goods so that you can be nudged to walk rather than emit more emissions by using a car… also touristy things are expensive but like I said before. Other than this, Ecuador is more expensive, for instance in terms of food
@LaoGuo-x3p
9 ай бұрын
Top performance in PISA , IB exams
@juanpablo-hz3dq
Жыл бұрын
That's why they call it the Singapore dream, because you have to be asleep to believe it
@markoh210
Жыл бұрын
Sin tax is high. Therefore alcohol and cigarettes are expensive also.
@leewn2319
Жыл бұрын
Taxes are high for luxury goods and goods that are not good for health
@sglatitude
9 ай бұрын
Both car and property price in Singapore are considered ludicrous for most fellow Singaporean in low and middle income group. For high income earners and selected elite group of people including ministers, $300K BMW or $3 millions condo or $1 million HDB is just small change. So, it depend on persons budget appetite 😂
@prst99
Жыл бұрын
For a person from Hawaii, Singapore seems cheap except for the cars.
@limchyehock6722
Жыл бұрын
The public transport is so clean, safe, efficient, punctual and very affordable you don't need a car in SG.
@xrc5540
Жыл бұрын
With great places in s e Asia why be stuck in a city?
@chermarl5955
Жыл бұрын
Haha, welcome back to Thailand Gabi.😁🙏
@ridewithgabi
Жыл бұрын
I am not in Thailand 😅
@chermarl5955
Жыл бұрын
@@ridewithgabi I know,😂🤭 I mean if Singapore is expensive Thailand always welcomes you.🙏😙
@theoadelaidabondocabe7261
Жыл бұрын
Mr. Gabi:Congratulations to you for your new remarkable video today’s from Singapore city,Singapore to shows these remarkable places in Southeast Asia in July of 2023❤❤❤
@shaunscully1173
Жыл бұрын
Singapore is expensive if you have been there once and don’t know where to go or eat!,
@limchyehock6722
Жыл бұрын
Travel by public transport and eat at hawker centres and prove this guy wrong.
@kurtbrauer855
Жыл бұрын
Was there 2 Times was enough😮
@rosanijbroek7328
Жыл бұрын
Thank You so Much for Uploading these clear and learning video about Singapore being so expensive!!!!!!!!!😂😂😂🤣🤣🤣🤣😢😢😂😂😂 No way i would even think to go to that country...full of high buildings...😮😮😮😮😢😢😢😢😢😅😅😅😅better to go to Nepal or Sri Lanka...that is more suitable for the common people! Singapore is more the rich, richer, richest people like the Royals, Sheiks, Biljonairs and Miljonairs!!!! May Gods Holy Blessings showers You Sir Gabi!🌞🌞🌞🌞👍👍👍👍☺️☺️☺️☺️
@Funky420Infotainment
Жыл бұрын
Weird saying it’s expensive because it’s expensive. You only really gave one reason.
@annieteo7169
Жыл бұрын
Singapore doesnt have air pollution cos cars have a 10 years shelf life to omit any carbon giveaway. Importantly, the singapore government doesnt encourage car owners.
@cheehoongchow5445
Жыл бұрын
AFTER SINGAPORE WHERE YOUR NEXT DESTINATION? JB HOTEL IS CHEAPER THE ROOM PRICE U PAY INCLUDE BREAKFAST 。STAY HEALTHY。
@ridewithgabi
Жыл бұрын
I will talk about my travel plans in my next video 😉
@keangwooichoo6138
Жыл бұрын
Because salary is high? Space limited?
@Aajwithsachin
Жыл бұрын
Love you bro
@Trumppower
Жыл бұрын
Lmao.. Try to find a hotelroom for 70$ in Geneva/Switzerland there's none (Ibis is 160$). With that said it's not the most expensive city in the World.b
@limchyehock6722
Жыл бұрын
He mentioned SG is the most expensive city in the world about 50 times. How many days did he spend in SG or just reading the internet. Try taking public transport and eat at hawker centres.
@quentint8742
Жыл бұрын
It is also the safest, most beautiful and best maintained city in the world
@eugenebooth2467
Жыл бұрын
Its only expensive if you dont have much money.
@mariandailyvlog281
Жыл бұрын
Oh my God 😢
@apnz4161
Жыл бұрын
its not that expensive. Auckland NZ is way worst...
@Johnne009
Жыл бұрын
No
@tman5634
Жыл бұрын
apnz Not in my experience it's not and I've been to both a number of times.
@apnz4161
Жыл бұрын
@@tman5634 i'm a Kiwi living in Singapore . Basic meal at a SG food court $3-$6 max. Akl $20. Taxi ride for 4 km, in SG $12 max, in Akl. $30. MRT in SG $1.60 for a 3 station ride, in Auckland, $5 on an ancient hand me down train from Europe. Thats just the basics.
@clementihammock7572
Жыл бұрын
5.5 Millions may be a myth, more like 6 over millions head count now!!!!
@khurshidwaheed6823
Жыл бұрын
❤️😘
@juniorjr5328
Жыл бұрын
Sinkie voted for it
@ChubbyCheeseBurgur
Жыл бұрын
brown neh neh
@rosemaryrobson8526
Жыл бұрын
More expensive in South Africa §20 000USA
@gloriagloria5377
6 ай бұрын
Seems strange for a foreigner to rant about the cost in Singapore. Are you going to live here? 😢
@rosariojoson4315
Жыл бұрын
Beware of the bokchoy, it has pesticides, I ate at hawker's the taste was dreadful
@ThomazMartinez
Жыл бұрын
Gabi why you need to be so close to the camera? :) its like in your face for us on screen
@ridewithgabi
Жыл бұрын
Yeah I struggle With it 😅 because I don’t use a microphone and I am scared that the sound is not good enough
@CadStr
Жыл бұрын
Singapore is an City few days visit and thats it
@MRSTEEL15
Жыл бұрын
We need to start selling Carollas to SINGAPORE?????? 😂😂😂😂
@83nomad5
Жыл бұрын
...and Civics, Sentras, Mazda 3s, Elantras and Tuk-Tuks?
@MRSTEEL15
Жыл бұрын
@@83nomad5 We need to capitalize on these Singaporeans?
@Masta2A
Жыл бұрын
Singapore has always been expensive for as long as I can remember Gabi but I had no idea a Corolla would cost that amount of money The dealers must be making $140k out of each car 😂😂 Jokin -
@ridewithgabi
Жыл бұрын
Yeah I was also shock when I learnt about the car prices.
@leewn2319
Жыл бұрын
U r wrong! The COE cost is a form of tax and goes to govt which is well used in road maintenance, improvement and construction of new roads. Over and above the COE there is a import tax for cars.
@bornufree
Жыл бұрын
Because Singapore wants to keep out undesirables. Who can blame them
@brucesnyder690
Жыл бұрын
Its an overpriced dump.
@MRSTEEL15
Жыл бұрын
Ok, I'll stay AWAY 😂
@jomontanee
Жыл бұрын
This is such a racism/classism statement. Hope you are not Singaporean otherwise it can cause shame.
@jeffersonaraldi7168
Жыл бұрын
The undesirables all Go to the West, which is now a dumping ground.
@jokerpilled2535
26 күн бұрын
@@brucesnyder690Singapore isn’t NYC or Cali
@freeparticle5068
Жыл бұрын
In Singapore there are 200 billionaires ruling the country and 5 millions of slaves !
@Matowix
11 ай бұрын
How did u get a hot Asian girlfriend since u say u have social anxiety ?
@malaya-u4o
8 ай бұрын
Singapore is very rich $$$. But Singaporean is very very poor
@scottw7098
Жыл бұрын
Getting fascist vibes!
@solecasioa6334
Жыл бұрын
I sincerely hope not!
@panasonic7023
11 ай бұрын
Your reasons are not very accurate. For 1,hdb flats aren't cheap. They average 500k for a 3 bedder and it's on 99 year lease. Flats crossing 1 mil in value are common. Coe is thru bidding but there's a quota so the quantities of vehicles are always kept in check no matter the price. To me, the no 1 reason why Singapore is the most expensive city is because of the pap government, which sees it fit to raise prices for everything even when the organisations providing the services are enjoying increased profits. The average Singaporean has become impoverished in recent years. People are resorting to living in JB and renting out their Singapore property
@Thatonlyone678
11 ай бұрын
This is all Malaysia 's past mistake of non - acceptance.
@rynfloa731
Жыл бұрын
Why would I go to Singapore? What's so special about that place ?? The planet is big with many better places
@jimmyleong6631
11 ай бұрын
Anybody invite you to Singapore??? its a very expensive city to visit. Stay at your home & watch KZitem video ........its FOC. Make sure you have free WiFi.
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