Singapore is a popular stopover destination for long-haul travelers to Asia, but mostly spend less than 24 hours in a small island country. Currently, the Singapore Tourism Authority is giving travelers the opportunity to stay for free and long.
On March 18, Destination Marketing Organization launched a new stopover campaign in partnership with the Singapore Global Network, the Singaporean community living abroad, and the Singaporean community. The campaign includes 60 round-trip prizes for US travelers to celebrate Singapore’s 60th anniversary on August 9, 2025. There is also a fully customized “doover” trip designed to showcase Singapore’s hidden gems.
In 2024, more than 692,000 American tourists arrived in Singapore. Whether travelers are experiencing Singapore quickly, wanting more, haven’t visited yet, or have the opportunity to explore the country at a slower pace, the Tourism Commission wants to share that Singapore is not just a stopover, but a place worthy of deeper exploration with vibrant cultural heritage and history, history, world-class food and dynamic city landscapes.
“There’s never going to be anything to do in Singapore, covering hidden speakeasy, taking in the skyline views from the world’s largest rooftop infinity pool, or immersing yourself in a different cultural enclave every day. “The ‘Stopover Do-Over’ campaign is an invitation for travelers to slow down, stay for a while and truly experience the depths of Singapore.” ”
How to enter to win a free flight to Singapore
From March 18th to April 18th, 2025, join for the chance to win by visiting www.singaporestopoverdoover.com and submitting an essay detailing why Singapore’s “do-over” is necessary. One Grand Prize Winner will receive a complete trip in Singapore, including airfares, accommodation and activities. A further 30 winners will receive two round-trip flights each from the US (for themselves and their guests) to Singapore, offering a total of 60 flights.
What to do, eat, where to stay while in Singapore?
In a week in Singapore, visitors can dig deeper into their destinations, experiencing unique areas like the civic district, Katong Juchiat, Little India, Mandai and Tanjong Pagar, with buildings dating back to the 1800s.
Other fun and interesting activities include riding a cable car above the city, visiting wild rainforest Asia, and exploring the Peranakan Museum, where you can learn about Peranakan culture and history, an ethnic group made up of people of Chinese, Malay and Indonesian descent. Visitors can also dive into the impressive art collection of National Gallery Singapore before wandering around the bay gardens. For shopping, head to Orchard Road. Then head to Tian Hok Ken and Sri Mariamman Temple for temple hopping. Over time you can make it on Sentosa Island Resort and Southern Ridge for hiking for beach relaxation.
Singapore is full of Michelin stars and incredible luxury dining options. Book Sichuan Omakaze and traditional Peranakan cuisine candle nets at Kun. Still, you’ll want to leave plenty of time to pass through Maxwell Food Center, Tekka Market, Old Airport Road and Hawker Stalls in Joo Chiat. For the nightcap, we settle for Nighthawk, an Edward Hopper-inspired speakeasy.
As for where to stay, Afar has compiled a complete list of my favourite hotels in Singapore. In the legendary Raffles Hotel Singapore or completely modern hotels, the Singapore version or Artizens Singapore never offers design forward options in a central location.
