Arrived at Quay near Read Bridge about 6.00pm and mingled with the many people taking in the mild evening breezes off the river. Checked several of the many eateries along the banks of the river and finally settled on Harry's where we had mixed sausage dish and popcorn chicken (this was too spicey), however ,the meal and cool mock cocktails were very enjoyable . At 7.30pm we proceeded to Bee Boats at $25Sg per head and spent the most enjoyable cruise down the Singapore river, complete with excellent commentary on the surrounds and the history of th e buildings and locations as we passed. Saw great light and sound show over the water from Mariner Bay Sands . The cruise lasted about 40 minutes and was a real highlight of our week in Singapore. To top it off, we returned to our hotel by taxi and diverted down Orchard Road to view the Christmas lights and decorations and this as always is a must at this time of the year.

it was very hot during the day but breezy during the evening. There's a lot of cafes but it's so much more expensive than the hawker centers. You can also hop into the boat but it's not free and I don't really recommend that. I did shopping at the mall to buy some stuff in Don-Don Donki, a must-visit store!

This place is renowned for bars and restaurants but is clearly suffering for the Covid restrictions on visitors. The complex is usually heaving with its colourful eclectic mix of outlets - McGettigans always offered a good relaxed pint, but that’s under renovation presently. Harry’s must have the worse draft beer of any of their outlets. Hooters has great food and magical waitresses...... a light and water construction marks the centre of things. The Highlander was good but when they have live music could be deafening. A new Korean restaurant opened last week - Hanjip - nice refined Korean food with great ambiance but at a price. Some restaurants have great views of the Singapore River. Nice place to while away the evening. Quieter post Covid than it usually is.