Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- 21 Is there a place in Singapore where you can have fun and relax at the same time?
- Definitely! Sentosa Island. They have beaches, Underwater World, and a Dolphin Lagoon--where you can play with real dolphins. And resort hotels.
- 22 Please tell us the most popular television program in Singapore?
- American Idol. Auditions have been held for Singapore Idol.
- 23 What is the best tranportation to take an injured person to a hospital?
- Call an ambulance when the injury is spinal or similarly critical. Otherwise use a taxi or auto. Waiting for an ambulance is not wise as the culture is such that drivers currently seldom give way to flashing lights and sirens of ambulances. Traffic citations can be issued by drivers/attendants for violators who fail to give way to ambulances. Until habits change try other forms of transport.
- 24 Can children learn to cook?
- Professionally organized cooking classes for 5 to 8 years old are available. Classes are taught to older children and adults.
- 25 What are the outdoors recreational opportunities in Singapore?
- There are many neighborhood parks as well as larger parks and inland bodies of water in addition to the seaside. The parks are well maintained. Usually better than any other city in the world with a population of 4 million.
Community centers normally have an outdoor basketball court or playground for volleyball and badminton. Some religious institutions provide for outdoor recreation.
- 26 Should we bring our children or put them in a boarding school?
- Bring them. Families should be together. And as Singapore is a city state of great systems, organizations, and institutions: your children will enjoy Singapore! For you can constantly use the development process of the ancient Middle East scholar--who would ask his children when they came home from school: "what questions did you ask today". And many wonderful questions could be directed to you--- the parent or guardian or mentor.
- 27 We are starting the process of changing our CEO in Singapore. Can you work with us to secure a suitable bungalow for our new person without the local company leadership learning of it prior to the time we make the announcement?
- Yes. We will sign an NDA and do many special customized items that will help the new person transition faster than anyone thought possible. The relocation and overall effectiveness of your new person will be smooth and totally positive.
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