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Obviously, there will be people who will beg to differ that the quality of life in Singapore or much of East Asia is better including some of my Singaporean friends who now live in California. As I stated before, California has many problems, but has its pluses. Please tell me any place in the world that does not have problems? If you name one place I guarantee that many including myself will say that is so full of sh*t to claim that place has no problems. To each to their own. Plus, being more expensive does not necessarily equidate to being "better".
There are a lot of "Californians" in Singapore as well. What exactly makes California so special other than mild weather? When I lived there (Los Angeles) I failed to see much of a draw to it. It's really like 90% of the rest of the USA, just with more immigrants and nicer weather.
There are a lot of "Californians" in Singapore as well. What exactly makes California so special other than mild weather? When I lived there (Los Angeles) I failed to see much of a draw to it. It's really like 90% of the rest of the USA, just with more immigrants and nicer weather.
I never said California is special. But stated it is to each to their own. What makes Singapore so special that I should take note that it is heaven on earth? For that matter what makes any place heaven on earth. One person’s heaven could be another person’s hell. Singapore has lots to offer but it is not for every person. High density, “kiasu” and high humidity is not for everyone. If you Love Singapore or where ever good for you.
I never said California is special. But stated it is to each to their own. What makes Singapore so special that I should take note that it is heaven on earth? For that matter what makes any place heaven on earth. One person’s heaven could be another person’s hell. Singapore has lots to offer but it is not for every person. High density, “kiasu” and high humidity is not for everyone. If you Love Singapore or where ever good for you.
1) Almost no crime. If you're a victim of crime in Singapore, you might as well have the won lottery.
2) World class amenities and shopping. Just compare Changi airport to LAX, enough is said.
3) Lower taxes than California, and the USA as a whole for that matter.
4) Very multicultural and diverse. To be fair, so is LA and San Francisco. Singapore is just moreso.
5) Ease of getting around the city. Can't say that in California with its traffic clogged roads and lack of PT infrastructure.
I won't mention that Singapore is very centrally located, if you don't mind getting on a plane.
I'm not saying that Singapore is for "everyone" but you can't deny it affords people a very high quality of life. You don't have to worry about crime, aggressive homelessness is not a problem, the city is clean, the amenities are all around you, the people are nice and friendly.
1) Almost no crime. If you're a victim of crime in Singapore, you might as well have the won lottery.
2) World class amenities and shopping. Just compare Changi airport to LAX, enough is said.
3) Lower taxes than California, and the USA as a whole for that matter.
4) Very multicultural and diverse. To be fair, so is LA and San Francisco. Singapore is just moreso.
5) Ease of getting around the city. Can't say that in California with its traffic clogged roads and lack of PT infrastructure.
I won't mention that Singapore is very centrally located, if you don't mind getting on a plane.
I'm not saying that Singapore is for "everyone" but you can't deny it affords people a very high quality of life. You don't have to worry about crime, aggressive homelessness is not a problem, the city is clean, the amenities are all around you, the people are nice and friendly.
Not surprised with your responses-I've heard them all. I was not floored sorry. LAX is crap. And crime yes. There are many places that put California to shame re: that. 38 million people vs. 5.6 million in Singapore. But, then yes, you can say the same for Japan with 127 million people and lower crime. Still do not see how special Singapore is. Too small and for some boring as sh*t- but yes, I know it is a hub location. Much of those points can be said of other countries in East Asia- like Japan, South Korea and even Taiwan (lower crime, less homelessness, before public infastructure)- yet despite all that, I have met many who are dissatisfied and for all California's problems find it has a higher quality of life for them (for some it is more space, more diversity, a more relaxed lifestyle- I am not arguing that is true, but that is what I heard them say). My point: it is subjective. I am not going to argue it has a higher quality of life than East Asia or Singapore.
As for me, as I stated earlier- California is not hell. It is not heaven either. I can think of a lot of far worse places to live. And I've travelled to many countries around the world. My initial comment was that some people are making it sound like it is the worst place to live. I have a comfortable life here.
But, I still find it laughable when you make some generalized statement that Singapore has higher quality of life than any place in the US can offer. Tell that to some person content living on some ranch in Wyoming. I bet you he would never trade everything for his life there with the urban life in Singapore. Again, if Singapore is a your heaven- good for you. End of discussion.
Not surprised with your responses-I've heard them all. I was not floored sorry. LAX is crap. And crime yes. There are many places that put California to shame re: that. 38 million people vs. 5.6 million in Singapore. But, then yes, you can say the same for Japan with 127 million people and lower crime. Still do not see how special Singapore is. Too small and for some boring as sh*t- but yes, I know it is a hub location. Much of those points can be said of other countries in East Asia- like Japan, South Korea and even Taiwan (lower crime, less homelessness, before public infastructure)- yet despite all that, I have met many who are dissatisfied and for all California's problems find it has a higher quality of life for them (for some it is more space, more diversity, a more relaxed lifestyle- I am not arguing that is true, but that is what I heard them say). My point: it is subjective. I am not going to argue it has a higher quality of life than East Asia or Singapore.
You can say that Japan, Taiwan and South Korea have less crime and homelessness than California but Singapore is safer and has less homelessness than them. This is what makes Singapore so unique, it's the best in many categories.
Boring? In what way? There is just as much to do in Singapore as there is to do in LA, San Francisco. I'd like you to name some ways you think Singapore is boring compared to some California cities.
You can say that Japan, Taiwan and South Korea have less crime and homelessness than California but Singapore is safer and has less homelessness than them. This is what makes Singapore so unique, it's the best in many categories.
Boring? In what way? There is just as much to do in Singapore as there is to do in LA, San Francisco. I'd like you to name some ways you think Singapore is boring compared to some California cities.
You're taking this weirdly personal.
Me taking this "weirdly personal?" It seems to me you are the one taking this "weirdly personal" if somebody does not bow down and say Singapore is the most amazing place on earth. I really don't care if you think California is nothing special, etc. Can you snow ski or snowboard in Singapore? Are there many great mountains to hike in Singapore? For some people that is what they are into and important to them. The world would be an extremely boring place if everybody has the same exact tastes. To each and their own. Accept the fact not everybody is going to like the same things as you.
Sure there is. I’ll ride it and many need it but don’t know it.
America needs a change in culture away from cars towards public transport, it’s more sustainable and affordable.
Los Angeles (and San Diego) to San Francisco (and Oakland) are served by cheap flights which take about an hour and 20 minutes. No real reason for bullet train redundancy.
You can say that Japan, Taiwan and South Korea have less crime and homelessness than California but Singapore is safer and has less homelessness than them. This is what makes Singapore so unique, it's the best in many categories.
Singapore is not substantially safer than Japan, Taiwan, and Korea. The crime rates are comparable.
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