I am in Singapore June 13, 2003 for a couple of weeks working and wondering if there is anything interesting to do. I would like to spend the weekend in either MAlaysia or Indonesyia.

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[This message has been edited by Sweet Willie (edited 06-14-2003).]

I suggest that you check out Langkawi, Malaysia (see the Sheraton forum).

Indonesia is close, Batam is like Tijuana.

Bintam apparantly is more of a resort island. I have not been there, have been to Batam. Both are a short ferry ride from Singapore. Batam ferries leave from the World Trade Center.

An actual quote from the conceirge at the Hilton concerning Batam.

"Why are you going there? It is dangerous, do not take much money and keep it in your front pocket. Oh well, you look like you can handle yourself!"

I was not particularly uncomfortable there on a day trip. Kept alert just like I do on the New York Subway going to Brooklyn. It was a fine trip around Sentosa and through the shipping channels in an open air ferry. It is a distinct contrast to Singapore, but so is JB (Johor Bahru). Probably worth another day trip to see the contrast of Peninsular Malaysia.

Enjoy.

Thanks a lot for the info I will check it out.
Richard