Have you visited either Pulau Ubin, Lazarus Island or St. John's Island in the past 12 months? This has been the escape for residents of Singapore in these unprecedented times, but today we see a glimmer of hope. Video Credit: Lonely Travelog Media
We have featured many great experiences to discover in Singapore in recent weeks on Expat Choice, but now our travel plans may be able to include a safe corridor to Batam and Bintan as early at 21 April 2021.
We have it on good authority the proposed plan is to start reopening tourist spots in Nongsa on Batam and Lagoi on Bintan. This may take place as early as April 21. The proposed safe travel corridor between Singapore, Batam and Bintan is meant for Singapore residents to getaway for a weekend in Indonesia but if you live in Indonesia, this will not apply
So, if all goes according to plan, Indonesia could reactivate direct routes from Singapore's ferry terminal to Nongsapura ferry terminal in Batam and alternatively Bandar Bintan Telani ferry terminal in Bintan.
Singapore residents and foreigh tourists who want to enter either of the two areas would have to show a negative PCR test result. There would also be a track and trace technology that will be used to monitor all travellers.
Montigo Resorts, Nongsa is a tropical haven of over 100 modern villas, from one to five-bedroom villas, boasts breath-taking sunset views over the glistening waters of South China Sea. Each beautifully appointed with contemporary designs and paired with Indonesian accents, the majority of villas are built with private pools and luxury facilities which promise the exclusive island repose you wished for. Check out more details here.
Offering a private beach area and the largest outdoor pool in Southeast Asia, Natra Bintan is located in Treasure Bay in the Bintan Region. There is a restaurant and guests can have fun at the water park and games room.
Featuring views of the lagoon, the rooms at Natra Bintan have a flat-screen TV. Some rooms include a seating area to relax in after a busy day. Certain rooms have an outdoor whirlpool or views of the garden. All rooms come with a private bathroom fitted with a standing shower. Check out more details here
