The passport control officer offered us sweets as she stamped our passport - in conversation we agreed that this was the friendliest passport experience ever.
With just a few hours to spend in this great bustling city, the perfect place to spend at least some of it is on the Singapore Flyer.
The first thing you will be told is that it is even taller than the London Eye - it stands at 165m, the height of a 42-storey building.
And in a city of skyscrapers, it's probably just as well.
The 30-minute flight costs S$29.50 (R174) for an adult and includes an audio guide to the city.
The audio points to the iconic and historical landmarks and views, from the Marina Bay to the Singapore River, Raffles Place, Empress Place and the Padang.
From it you can see the city's most beloved icon - the Merlion, which is wrapped in blue protective sheeting awaiting repairs after being struck by lightning recently.
You can also see a full-scale model of a new casino development and, in the background, the jungle of cranes as the real thing is built. The casino development is Singapore-style - three skyscrapers linked together by a roof.
And if that doesn't excite you, you can always go shopping on Orchard Road or visit Sentosa island, walk around the Chinese quarters or if you have time, go and have a a G & T at Raffles. Delve a little and you will find Singapore a fascinating place. But should you need a new camera, Singapore offers competitive prices.