Travelfish correspondent Tanya Procyshyn

Tanya Procyshyn is a freelance writer and photographer based in Singapore. Originally from the Canadian prairies, she moved to warmer climes after completing her B. Sc. in Biology/Psychology at the University of Manitoba in 2005. She has called Singapore home since 2007 and previously lived in Southern Thailand. Tanya’s travels have taken her to more than 30 countries across the globe. With a passion for unusual destinations, her adventures range from camping alongside Komodo dragons in Indonesia to shaking hands with soldiers in North Korea. In Singapore, you may find her scuba-diving at Pulau Hantu or scouring Little India for the spiciest masala dosa. In addition to being Travelfish’s Singapore correspondent, Tanya’s writing and photography has appeared in print publications like Asian Geographic, PhotoYou, Expat Living, Singapore Connection, TigerTales, and Southeast Asia Backpacker magazine. She also manages various travel-related websites and blogs about expat life and travel at www.idreamofdurian.com. You can contact Tanya by emailing idreamofdurian@gmail.com or via Twitter @idreamofdurian.
Website: http://www.idreamofdurian.com

Posts by Tanya Procyshyn:

• Thrill-seeking on Sentosa island

  First published: 20 Jul 2011
  

  With an onslaught of new adventure sport attractions, Sentosa island is no longer just for kids. Here’s a round-up of island activities that will get your adrenaline pumping when you’re done elbowing competitors out of the way sales shopping on Orchard Road. The latest addition and unmissable when you get off the monorail at Beach … read the full post

• Singapore’s changing of the guards

  First published: 13 Jul 2011
  

  If you’ve ever walked all the way east along Orchard Road, you may have wondered what the deal was with the gated driveway with armed guards just before you reach Plaza Singapura Mall. This is the entrance to The Istana – the official residence and office of Singapore’s prime minister – and is off-limits to … read the full post

• Options for getting to and from Singapore’s airport

  First published: 11 Jul 2011
  

  With hands-down the best public transit system in Southeast Asia, there are more options than just taxis for travelling between downtown Singapore and Changi airport.  I’ll take you through all your options, listing the pros and cons of each. Changi airport is the easternmost stop on Singapore’s extensive subway system, better known as the MRT. … read the full post

• Wildlife spotting on Pulau Ubin

  First published: 06 Jul 2011
  

  Modern Singapore may be more of a concrete jungle than a real one, but a few spots remain where you spot a selection of the tropical wildlife that used to be abundant here – and I’m not talking about the zoo. One such place is Pulau Ubin, a small island off the east coast, where … read the full post

• Singapore Food Festival 2011

  First published: 05 Jul 2011
  

  Deciding where to go for dinner in Singapore will be even harder this month during the Singapore Food Festival. Throughout July, Singapore’s signature dishes like chilli crab, laksa, and chicken rice will be celebrated with special food-themed tours and pop-up dining opportunities around the city. The main event, The Singapore Food Festival Village, will be … read the full post

• Ladies’ nights in Singapore

  First published: 29 Jun 2011
  

  As a modern, independent gal I’d normally turn my nose up at the thought of drink prices depending on gender…  but, given Singapore’s expensive nature – especially when it comes to drinking – I’ll take all the deals I can get! Many Singapore bars combat the mid-week lull with a “Ladies’ Night” promotion every Wednesday. … read the full post

• How to get a Chinese or Indian visa in Singapore

  First published: 27 Jun 2011
  

  First the bad news: in order to apply for an Indian visa in Singapore, you must be a Singaporean citizen, permanent resident, or have a valid long-term pass (an employment pass, dependent pass, etc) (though if you are Singaporean, you can get a visa on arrival). Strictly speaking, you must also be Singaporean to apply … read the full post

• Dali, van Gogh (kind of) at Singapore’s ArtScience Museum

  First published: 22 Jun 2011
  

  Art fans in Singapore are in for a real treat: the ArtScience Museum is hosting exhibits by Salvador Dali and Vincent van Gogh until close to the end of 2011. Like the rooftop observation deck and indoor skating rink, the ArtScience Museum is one of the family-friendly attractions added to Marina Bay Sands to prove … read the full post

• What to drink in Singapore

  First published: 20 Jun 2011
  

  With the temperature in Singapore regularly hitting 35°C you’ll want to keep hydrated as you explore the city. When it’s time for a drink, try cooling down with one of these quintessentially Singaporean beverages. Kopi: Singapore-style coffee packs a double punch of caffeine and sugar – by default it’s served with lots of sweetened condensed … read the full post

• How to get an Indonesian visa in Singapore

  First published: 16 Jun 2011
  

  Whether you plan to grab one of the budget flights to Bali or attempt the overseas route to Java, Singapore is an obvious launching point for travel to the islands of Indonesia. Most visitors (including citizens of USA, Canada, UK, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, China, and India) are eligible for an Indonesian visa on arrival. … read the full post