'No weird smells': American praises Singapore's MRT system in contrast to New York subway
An American content creator living in Singapore praised the local MRT network while drawing comparisons with the New York subway system.Instagram user thegeekygastro posted a video on Monday (Nov 9), highlighting several perks of travelling on Singapore's MRT.She highlighted how stations and trains here are comfortable and air-conditioned, then described them as "super clean" and free of "weird and mechanical smells".The content creator, who focuses on food and gaming content, also used One-North MRT station as an example of how restaurants and shops are conveniently located just outside train stations.She went on to praise the frequency of the trains, which arrive at about three-minute intervals, as well as the convenience stations offer by being connected directly to shopping malls."Caught the train perfectly, no wait," she said.The American also highlighted the convenience of travellators at larger MRT stations and how "fast" the escalators move."I don't think a lot of people really understand how many luxuries are in a simple MRT ride especially near busy hubs!" wrote thegeekygastro in her caption.