It feels like we’re finally seeing the light at the end of the tunnel.
Singapore’s Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong addressed the nation yesterday (March 24) and announced a slew of welcomed updates to the current Covid-19 measures in place. Social-gathering, mask-wearing, and travel restrictions will be significantly relaxed — essentially, Singapore is opening back up to the world.
“It will give a much-needed boost to businesses, particularly the tourism sector, and help Singapore reclaim its position as a business and aviation hub,” said PM Lee.
With the Omicron variant mostly under control, daily cases decreasing, and a vast majority of the local population being fully vaccinated, it feels like the time is right for Singapore’s tough Covid-19 measures to be eased.
Here’s an overview of all the changes starting from March 29:
Mask-Wearing
Keeping your masks on outdoors will be optional, but still encouraged in crowded areas. Masks will still be mandatory at all indoor settings, including hawker centers, malls, and public transport.
Social Gatherings
Group sizes will increase from the current 5 people to 10 people. Households will be able to host up to 10 visitors at any one time.
Dining Out
Groups of up to 10 vaccinated people will be able to dine out at F&B establishments. The 10:30pm ban on the sale and consumption of alcohol will also be lifted. Live performances will be allowed to resume at all venues.
Travel
From April 1, Vaccinated Travel Lanes (VTLs) will be retired, and all vaccinated travellers will be able to enter Singapore without quarantining. On-arrival Covid tests will no longer be required, and only a pre-departure test will be needed within 48 hours before trip to Singapore.
It’s an exciting time to be in Singapore, and it can quickly get overwhelming to start planning social activities and experiences with larger groups of people. After all, it’s been a few years since we last hung out with 10 friends or family members at the same time, right?
But don’t fret—we’ve got you covered with our collection of curated guides, articles, experiences, and events at your fingertips for a seamless and stress-free way to look for a good time.
What to Read
If you’re a food and drink-lover, our restaurant reviews and dining guides highlighting new eatery and café openings will make your mouth water. Get the latest intel on that hot new bar to bring your friends to, or get insider tips on what to order at that new dining spot.
Looking for a nice hotel to relax in? Read up on the best properties around town for an enjoyable staycation, which feature stunning hotel pools, pet-friendly amenities, stylish serviced apartments, and more.
Enjoy health and wellness? Our stories on fitness studios, the great outdoors, and spas can inspire your next weekend activity to de-stress and reset.
What to Book
Native’s Most Popular Experiences
Our users come back again and again for these top picks, which range from a kayaking tour to a relaxing salt spa, and from decorating Korean bento box cakes to venting with graffiti art. These are hand-picked and unique experiences that’s worth trying at least once.
Singapore’s Iconic Attractions
These crowd-pleasers need no introduction. If it’s your first time visiting this tiny red dot, we highly recommend making a stop at SEA Aquarium, Sands Skypark Observation Deck at at Marina Bay Sands, Jurong Bird Park, and Jewel Changi Airport attractions, among many others.
Best Group Activities
Since we’ll be able to gather with up to 10 friends, activate the fun times by chartering a yacht to a nearby island, book a roof-top movie night, head to Pulau Ubin for a cycling tour, spend a day at Universal Studios Singapore, or throw some axes to blow off steam.
Curated Workshops
Here in Singapore, people like to get creative with their hands. Delve into the world of art-jamming and create paintings via spinning tables, take a pottery class, try out rug tufting, make your own silver jewelry, and much more.
Exclusive Events
Besides curating experiences, we also bring our users one-of-a-kind events that can only be found on our platform. Previous hosted events include boxing + brunch, NFT art-jamming and soap-making, as well as an indoor golf social evening. Another edition of a gin cocktail masterclass will be coming up, as well as other special things up our sleeves.
