Singapore Vacation & Attractions Blog

Newest Singapore attractions in 2012:
River Safari and Gardens by the Bay

Come here to gather Singapore latest tourism news, cost saving tips like packaged tickets, free programmes and discounted pass to Singapore attractions to help you plan for a rewarding Singapore vacation.

A List of Top Singapore Tourist Attractions

We also highlight to you the current fairs and events you should not missed while travelling in Singapore. Don't forget to check up on the Singapore Festivals and Events Calendar 2011 while planning your Singapore vacation.

River Safari Singapore - Opening Date, Getting There

River Safari Singapore will be opening in the first half of 2012. Tour the world's 10 most famous and influential river systems here in River Safari.

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Free Tickets to National Museum of Singapore

If you plan to visit National Museum of Singapore with your family, it will be a big saving to you if you visit the museum on the following dates. The museum is open all its galleries to the public for free during the Chinese New Year on the stated dates below. It also include free entrance to the special exhition from Paris- Dreams & Reality: Masterpieces of Painting,Drawing and Photography from the Musee d' Orsay, Paris.

Date: 23/1, 24/1, 28/1, 29/1 and 3/2 to 5/2
Time: 10am to 8pm except 28/1(till 6pm)

River Safari Singapore - The Amazon River Experience

See the three most important ecosystems of the Amazon River in River Safari Singapore, which include: the lush tropical forest, the flooded forest and the mystery of the giant river.

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Singapore Hawker Masters 2011 Contest Result

The result of Singapore Hawker Masters 2011 contest was released on 30 Nov 2011, the winners for the various categories are:

1. Wanton Noodle
The winner is: Eng's Char Siew Wanton Mee, Dunman Food Centre #01-02

2. Fried Hokkien Mee
The winner is: Original Serangoon Fried Hokkien Mee, 566 Serangoon Road, Xin Wang Coffee & Tea House

3. Roti Prata
The winner is: Casuarina Curry Restaurant, 136 Casuarina Road

4. Satay
The winner is: Haron Satay, East Coast Lagoon Food Village #01-55

5. Tau Suan
The winner is: Tiong Bahru Tau Suan, Tiong Bahru Hawker Centre #02-55

6. Bak Kut Teh
No winner. All the three stalls are disqualified as judges found the food were not up to the standard.

Zoukout 2011 - Singapore's Annual Dance Party

Zoukout, the annual dance party festival in Singapore, is 11 years old. It's arguably the best outdoor dance music festival in the region and among the most well-known in the world.

Italian house music DJ Pippi, who played at Zoukout between 2001 and 2006, says it has became a "hightlight in the global music festival calendar".

Advanced tickets were sold at a discounted rate of $91 instead of $101. So grab the tickets before 9 Dec 2011 to enjoy the discount.

Where: Siloso Beach, Sentosa
When: Dec 10, 6pm to 8am
Admission: $78 Happy Hour tickets to Zoukout venue before 8pm, available at Zouk only. Event-day passes at $101 at Siloso Beach on Dec 10 and 11. Advanced tickets at $91 till 9 Dec. Ticket excludes entry fee to Sentosa
Info: www.zoukout.com

World Orchid Show 2011

World Orchid Show 2011 will be held in Singapore from 14 to 20 Nov 2011. Visitors attending the show will be able to preview the Flower Dome at Gardens by the Bay which is set to open in June 2012.

How to get to Gardens by the Bay?

Complimentary Shuttle Service will also be provided during the Show:

Route 1: Singapore Flyer to Sands Expo and Convention Centre

Date: 13 to 20 Nov 2011
Start Time: First bus at 9.30am from Singapore Flyer
End Time: Last bus at 9.30pm from Sands Expo and Convention Centre
Frequency: 10 to 15 minutes

Route 2: Marina Bay MRT Station via Gardens by the Bay to Sands Expo and Convention Centre

Book your World Orchid Show Tickets Online

How to Send SMS from Singapore to Malaysia?

How do you send a sms from Singapore to Malaysia from a mobile or cell phone? Follow the instructions below to send your text message to any part of Malaysia:

Simply add a '+' sign and the number '6' in front of the mobile phone number. For example, the mobile phone number is 013-1234567. What you have to do is to type in +60131234567.

Singapore Hawker Masters 2011 - Best Tau Suan

For $1 to $1.50 a bowl, Tau Suan is a cheap and nice dessert to enjoy after a proper meal.

Tau Suan

Many dessert stalls serve Tau Suan. For the best Tau Suan, head to the following outlets nominated by the participants of the Singapore Hawker Masters 2011 contest:

1. Blanco Court Hot & Cold Desserts, Old Airport Road Food Centre #01-137
2. Hot & Cold dessert, Berseh Food Centre (Jalan Berseh) #02-58
3. Le Chasseur, 31 North Bridge Road
4. Tiong Bahru Tau Suan, Tiong Bahru Hawker Centre #02-55
5. 75 Peanuts Soup, Stall 57 Maxwell Market
6. Dove Desserts, Blk 22 Toa Payoh Lor 7, Kim Keat Palm Food Centre #01-21
7. Qin Tian Cold & Hot Dessert, Redhill Close Hawker Centre #01-06

The best 3 stalls shortlisted by the readers and published on the papers on 16 Oct 2011 are: Blanco Court Hot & Cold Desserts, Le Chasseur and Tiong Bahru Tau Suan. The Masters of each hawker food will be announced at the Asian Masters Gala Dinner at Conrad Centennial Singapore on 30 Nov 2011.

Singapore Hawker Masters 2011 - Best Satay

If you like malay food, you would definitely love Satay. It is one of the best Hawker Food, like Laksa and Lontong, that most locals as well as visitors enjoy eating. The good thing is that most stalls serve reasonably good Satay.

Satay

However, if you are looking for the best Satay stalls, head to the following outlets nominated by the participants of the Singapore Hawker Masters 2011 contest:

1. Fatman Satay, Old Airport Road Food Centre #01-45
2. Fatman Satay, Stall No.1, Lau Par Sat
3. Haron Satay, East Coast Lagoon Food Village #01-55
4. Chuan Kee Satay, Old Airport Road Food Centre #01-85
5. Satay Salim, Golden Mile Food Centre #b1-24
6. Alhambra Satay Club & BBQ Chicken Wings, Singapore Food Trail, Singapore Flyer
7. Kwong Satay, Geylang Lorong 29

The best 3 stalls shortlisted by the readers and published on the papers on 16 Oct 2011 are: Fatman Satay, Haron Satay and Satay Salim. The Masters of each hawker food will be announced at the Asian Masters Gala Dinner at Conrad Centennial Singapore on 30 Nov 2011.

Singapore Hawker Masters 2011 - Best Roti Prata

One of the most common Hawker Food in Singapore, almost every Coffee Shop, Hawker Centres and Food Courts have stalls serving Roti Prata.

Roti Prata with Egg

To sample the best Roti Prata, head to the following outlets nominated by the participants of the Singapore Hawker Masters 2011 contest:

1. Shibly Muslim Food & Restaurant, 132 Casuarina Road
2. Sin Ming Roti Prata, Blk 24 Sin Ming Road, Jin Fa Kopitiam #01-51
3. Casuarina Curry Restaurant, 136 Casuarina Road
4. Ghim Moh Roti Prata, Ghim Moh Hawker Centre #01-61
5. Mohamed Ismail Food Stall, Blk 221B Boon Lay Place #01-104
6. The Prata Place, Blk 340 Ang Mo Kio St 32 #01-1679

The best 3 stalls shortlisted by the readers and published on the papers on 16 Oct 2011 are: The Prata Place, Casuarina Curry Restaurant and Sin Ming Roti Prata. The Masters of each hawker food will be announced at the Asian Masters Gala Dinner at Conrad Centennial Singapore on 30 Nov 2011.

Singapore Hawker Masters 2011 - Best Bak Kut Teh

Not many stalls or rather hawkers know how to prepare a real good and tasty Bak Kut Teh. If you have tried out these dishes and find them 'no big deal', the chances are you went to the wrong stalls.

Bak Kut Teh

So don't try your luck, head to the following Bak Kut Teh stalls nominated by the participants of the Singapore Hawker Masters 2011 contest:

1. Ng Ah Sio Pork Ribs Soup Eating House, 208 Rangoon Road
2. Old Tiong Bahru Bak Kut Teh, Blk 58 Seng Poh Road #01-31
3. Ya Hua Bak Kut Teh, 593 Havelock Road Isetan Office Building #01-01
4. Outram Park Ya Hua Rou Gu Cha, Tanjong Pagar Complex #01-05
5. Sin Heng Claypot Bak Koot Teh, 439 Joo Chiat Road
6. Founder Rou Gu Cha Cafeteria, 347 Balestier Road
7. Zao Shi Rou Gu Cha, 397 Balestier Road, Kai Juan Coffee Shop
8. Songfa Bak Kut Teh, 17 New Bridge Road #01-01

The best 3 stalls shortlisted by the readers and published on the papers on 16 Oct 2011 are: Ng Ah Sio, Outram Parm Ya Hua Rou Gu Cha and Songfa Bak Kut Teh. The Masters of each hawker food will be announced at the Asian Masters Gala Dinner at Conrad Centennial Singapore on 30 Nov 2011.

Singapore Hawker Masters 2011 - Best Fried Hokkien Mee

Fried Hokkien Mee is one of the best hawker food enjoy by most tourists. So, don't miss this cheap ($3 to $5 for a plate) and delicious hawker fare while you are in Singapore.

Hokkien Mee, #02-103 Chinatown Food Centre

The following are the nominated Fried Hokkien Mee outlets of the Singapore Hawker Masters 2011 contest:

1. Swee Guan Hokkien Mee, Geyland Lorong 29
2. Fried Hokkien Mee, Golden Mile Food Centre #B1-34
3. Wu Ba Ye Fried Hokkien Mee, Ayer Rajah Food Centre #01-47
4. Nam Sing Fried Hokkien Mee(Hougang), Old Airport Road Food Centre #01-32
5. Original Serangoon Fried Hokkien Mee, 566 Serangoon Road, Xin Wang Coffee & Tea House
6. Come Daily, Block 127 Toa Payoh Lorong 1 #02-27
7. Fried Hokkien Prawn Mee, 941 Upper Serangoon Road, Nam Heng Restaurant
8. Soon Hock Fried Hokkien Mee, Blk 23 Sim Ming Road, Wan Yen Coffeeshop

The best 3 stalls shortlisted by the readers and published on the papers on 16 Oct 2011 are: Swee Guan Hokkien Mee, Nam Sing Fried Hokkien Mee and Original Serangoon Fried Hokkien Mee. The Masters of each hawker food will be announced at the Asian Masters Gala Dinner at Conrad Centennial Singapore on 30 Nov 2011.

Singapore Hawker Masters - The Best Hawker Food Competition

What are the best Hawker Food in Singapore you shouldn't miss and which stalls serve the best hawker food?

'Singapore Hawker Masters 2011', a hawker food competition which is organised by The Straits Times and Lianhe Zaobao(The English and Chinese newspaper in Singapore), is in its second year. Readers have nominated six of the best hawker food in Singapore. The six hawker food are Wanton Noodle, Fried Hokkien Mee, Satay, Bak Kut Teh, Roti Prata and Tau Suan.

The following are the nominated Wanton Noodle outlets:

1. Cho Kee Noodle, Old Airport Road Food Centre #01-04
2. Kok Kee Wanton Noodle, Lavender Food Square #01-06
3. Fei Fei Wonton Mee, 64 Joo Chiat Place
4. Wantan Noodle/Chicken Noodle/Dumpling Soup, Tiong Bahru Food Centre #02-30
5. Eng's Char Siew Wanton Mee, Dunman Food Centre #01-02
6. Seng's Wonton Noodle, Dunman Food Centre #02-13
7. Ah Wing's Wanton Mee, Blk 7 Empress Road #01-108
8. Koung's Wanton Mee, 205 Sims Avenue
9. Koka Wanton Noodle, North Bridge Road Market #01-99
10. Nam Seng, Far East Square #01-01

Wanton Mee

The best 3 stalls shortlisted by the readers and published on the papers on 16 Oct 2011 are: Cho Kee Noodle, Kok Kee Wantan Noodle and Eng's Char Siew Wanton Mee. The Masters of each hawker food will be announced at the Asian Masters Gala Dinner at Conrad Centennial Singapore on 30 Nov 2011.

To most tourists, the above eateries are not easy to locate as they are way out of the tourist spots. However, if you really want to savour the Best Wanton Noodle, make your way to one of the above stalls.

Maritime Experiential Museum & Aquarim (MEMA))

Maritime Experiential Museum & Aquarim (MEMA), a maritime museum located in the Resorts World Sentosa (RWS), was officially opened on 15 Oct 2011. A multi-sensory maritime museum, there are many precious artefacts awaiting for us to uncover. You can also experience a shipwreck in the 360-degree multi-sensory Typhoon Theatre.

Maritime Museum Ticket Prices

Typhoon Theatre Entrance Fees

Maritime Museum Opening Hours

Book your tickets at www.rwsentosa.com or call +65 65778888.

Singapore Flyer Ticket Deals

Singapore Flyer is offering the following promotions, check these hot deals before booking your tickets:

Kids Fly Free

Purchase 1 adult ticket and get one kid's ticket free, kids must be aged 3 to 12 years old. This promotion only valid for walk-in customers who buy the tickets at Singapore Flyer ticketing counters.

Special Online Offers - Free Food Voucher

Purchase 1 adult ticket at $29.50 or 1 senior ticket at $23.60 and get yourself a $8 Food Vourcher free. You may redeem your voucher at any one of the stalls at Singapore Food Trail, a street food centre located at the ground floor of Singapore Flyer. Enter the Promo Code: SEPT2011 when you purchase your Singapore Flyer Tickets Online.

$15 Student Weekday Flight

Purchase your ticket at only $15 when you show your student identity card at Singapore Flyer ticketing counters. This promotion is valid only for student ID cards of schools located in Singapore.

Singapore Airlines (SIA) Boarding Pass Privileges

Enjoy 20% off the Singapore Flyer tickets when you present Singapore Airlines or SilkAir Boarding Pass (valid within 7 days upon arrival) at the ticketing counters. Each boarding pass entitled to purchase 4 tickets.

Special for Australian Visitors

Enjoy a discount of 35% when you purchase a Singapore Flyer Family Package at $131 (usual price at $201). You have to present your passports at the ticketing counters. The package includes: 2 adult tickets, 2 child tickets, 2 fish spa adult tickets, 2 kids' fun pack and 1 photo souvenir.

How to Call JB or Malaysia from Singapore

Wonder how to call JB or any cities of Malaysia from Singapore? Let's give an example, suppose your friend is staying in JB (or Johor Bahru) and his number is 07-2350877, where 07 is the area code.

Using Residential or Home Phone

First dial 02, then follow by the given number. In this case, dial 02072350877.

Using Handphone

First dial +6, then follow by the given number. In this case, dial +6072350877.

Updates on Marina Bay Sands IR

Check out the following for the latest updates on Marina Bay Sands IR: Sands SkyPark, Floating Pavilions and Water Taxi to Marina Bay Sands.

Celebrate Malay Festival in Singapore

Catch an array of Malay arts and music by local and regional artists, such as Malaysia's favourite singing siblings Ziana Zain and Anuar Zain, at the Pesta Raya 2011, the Malay Festival of Arts from 30 Sep to 2 Oct 2011. This annual festival celebrating Malay music, theatre and dance during the Hari Raya period.

Visit Pesta Raya 2011 site for the free programmes at Esplanade's Outdoor Theatre and Concourse.

Where: Esplanade Singapore, various venues
When: 30 Sep 11 to 2 Oct 11
Time: 3pm onwards

Avoid Singapore F1 to Save on Accommodation

September, especially one to two weeks before the F1 race, is not a good time to visit Singapore if you are not a fan of Singapore Grand Prix.

You can expect hotel's room rates to go up more than 50 percent during this period. Hotels in Marina Bay for a premier room can cost more than S$500, compare to about $350 in normal time. Even the room rates of budget hotels like Hotel 81 can charge S$350 per night on the actual days of the race as compare to regular rate of about $150 per night.

Find out Where to Stay in Singapore during your stay in Singapore.

Singapore Dans Festival 2011

If you like to dance or rather watching people dancing, the Singapore Dans Festival 2011 is for you. From 7 to 16 Oct 2011, you can expect many award-winning dancing groups from all over the world come here together to perform at the Esplanade Theatre on the Bay.

Get your tickets early to enjoy early bird discount, which end this Sunday(28 Aug 11). Save 15% with 2 to 3 tickets and 20% with 4 or more tickets. Check out the following programmes:

What: Political Mother (by Hofesh Shechter Company, UK)
When: 7 and 8 Oct 2011
Time: 8pm

What: Sevilla/Madrid/Sevilla (by Ballet Nacional de Espana, Spain)
When: 12 and 13 Oct 2011
Time: 8pm

What: 6,000 miles away with Sylvie Guillem (France)
When: 15 and 16 Oct 2011
Time: 8pm

Getting There: How to get to Esplanade Singapore?

For more information, visit Da:ns Festival 2011 official website.

Resorts World Sentosa Promotion

Promotion 1: 20% off Universal Studios Tickets

From now to 18 Nov 2011, use your MasterCard to enjoy 20% off One Day tickets when you Book Universal Studios Tickets Online or purchase on-site.

Promotion 2: Resorts World Sentosa Hotel Deal

From now to 18 Nov 2011, use your MasterCard to enjoy a 3D2N Tropical Special Package for 2 at S$598. The package includes two nights' stay at Hotel Michael Deluxe Room, Hard Rock Hotel Deluxe Room or Festive Hotel Family Room, two One-Day passes to Universal Studios Singapore, two Category 5 tickets to Voyage de la Vie, making sure the fun never ends at Resorts World Sentosa.

Getting There: How to get to Resorts World Sentosa?

Where to Stay in Singapore - Singapore Hotels Sorted by Areas

Where to stay in Singapore? Check out our highly recommended Singapore hotels in Marina Bay, Orchard Road, Chinatown etc. Also highlighted top attractions in these areas.

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Singapore Moonfest - A Mid-Autumn Celebrations 2011

How and where to celebrate Mooncake or Mid-Autumn festival in Singapore? Be inspired by the intricacies of the Chinese language, arts and culture at Moonfest - A Mid-Autumn celebration in Chinatown and Esplanade Singapore, which features Chinese opera, ensemble performances, puppetry, dance and a lantern walkabout.

Refer to What's On? for details.

Singapore Local Jazz Ensemble at Esplanade's Late Nite

Tessera, Singapore's newest all-female modern jazz ensemble, will give their first performance at Esplande's Late Nite. The band comprises Sharon Nunis(piano), Wendy Phua(bass), Yap Shu Mei(violin), Audrey Tang(drums) and Melissa Carroll(saxophone).

Where: Explanade Recital Studio
When: 26 Aug 2011
Time: 9.30pm
Admission: S$28

Getting There: How to get to Esplanade Singapore?

Singapore Indian Orchestra and Choir Performance

The Singapore Indian Orchestra and Choir will perform an original live background score for Shiraaz, a landmark silent film about the love, jealousy, sorrow and devotion that resulted in the building of the Taj Mahal, one of the most beautiful icons of the world. The orchestra will be complemented with Western symphonic strings and Middle-Eastern and Chinese instruments.

Where: Esplanade Concert Hall
When: 28 Aug 2011
Time: 7.30pm
Admission: S$28 and $38
Info: There will be a pre-concert talk with the music director, Mr Bharadwaj, at 6.30pm

Book online at www.sistic.com.sg or call 65-63485555.

Getting There: How to get to Esplanade Singapore?

Free Admission to National Museum of Singapore and more

In celebration of our 46th National Day, the following museums are offering free entry to all Singaporeans and Singapore PRs for the whole month of August:

• Asian Civilisations Museum
• National Museum of Singapore
• Peranakan Museum
• Reflections at Bukit Chandu
• Singapore Art Museum
• Sam at 8Q
• Singapore Philatelic Museum

In addition, on Aug 9 and Aug 30 these museums will be opened to all public for free on the actual days of National Day and Hari Raya.

Singapore National Festival - Hari Raya

Geyland Serai was lit up on 30 Jul 2011 to mark the Hari Raya celebrations which will be held untill 7 Sep 2011. Estimated 3 million of people, including tourists, will be visiting the place. This is a good time to savour a variey of Malay food and get to know its culture.

Kampong Glam, where Sultan Mosque and Arab Street are located, is also a popular place for Muslims to celebrate Ramadan and Hari Raya.

Asian Youth Orchestra in Singapore

Founded by Sir Yehudi Menuhin and Richard Pontzious, Asian Youth Orchestra will be performed in Esplanade Concert Hall. The details are as follow:

Where: Esplanade Theatre on the Bay
Date : 12 and 13 Aug 2011
Time : 7.30pm
Ticket Prices: S$15, $25, $35 and $55

Book online at www.sistic.com.sg or call 65-63485555.

Getting There: How to get to Esplanade Singapore?

Mickey's Music Festival in Singapore

Disney Live! Mickey's Music Festival will be here in Singapore for a five-day touring show. The details are as follow:

Date: 7 to 11 Sep 2011
Where: Grand Theater, Marina Bay Sands
Time: 3pm, 6.45pm, additional show at 11am from Fri to Sun.
Ticket Prices: S$35, $45, $55, $65 and $95 (Maybank Cardmembers enjoy 15% off all ticket prices)

Book online at www.marinabaysands.com/ticketing or call 65-66888826

Getting there: How to get to Marina Bay Sands?

Free Performance at Esplanade Singapore

Baybeats 2011, an annual three-day Asian alternative music festival showcases local and foreign indie bands and exposes local audiences to all subgenres of alternative music, including folk, emo, punk and more.

Where: Esplanade Outdoor Theatre, Concourse, Powerhouse and other venues around Esplanade Singapore.
When: 19 to 21 Aug 2011
Time: Various time, day and night
Admission: Free
Tel: 65-68288377

Getting There: How to get to Esplanade Singapore

Gardens by the Bay - Opening Date and Ticket Prices

Gardens by the Bay will first open in Nov 2011, just in time for the 20th World Orchid Conference. Find out its phase 1 opening date and time, ticket prices and official opening date.

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Gardens by the Bay South - The Conservatory Complex

Gardens by the Bay South key feature is the Conservatory Complext - a Flower Dome and Cloud Forest. Together, they feature Mediterranean, Tropical Montane and temperate flowers and plants.

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Swan Lake on Ice at Marina Bay Sands

One of the world's leading ice-skating companies, The imperial Ice Stars, presents its new and innovative take on the classic love story, Swan Lake. Set to the music of Tchaikovsky, it features 25 world, European and national championship skaters. Choreographed by leading theatre-on-ice show director Tony Mercer.

Where: Marina Bay Sands IR, Grand Theater
When: 30 Aug to 4 Sep 2011
Time: Tue-Fri, 7.30pm; Sat & Sun, 1.30 and 7.30pm
Admission: S$73 - $178

Hungry Ghost Festival 2011

The Hungry Ghost Festival, also known as the Seven Month in Singapore, will hold its very first 'getai'(or performance stage) in Orchard Road. Come and see how the Chinese here entertain the ghosts with songs and dances performed by local as well as oversea artists. Learn more about Hungry Ghost Festival.

Where: Orchard Road, open space in front of Ngee Ann City
When: 31 Jul 2011
Time: 7pm to 10.30pm
Admission: Free

Singapore National Day Celebrations 2011

To celebrate Singapore's 46th year of independence on 9 Aug 2011, the Esplanade Singapore will hold a series of tributes about everything Singaporeans love. There will also be performances by home-grown artists and community groups from 5 to 9 Aug 2011.

Where: Esplanade Singapore, various venues
When: 5 to 9 Aug 2011
Admission: Free
Info: www.esplanade.com

Singapore Food Festival

This year Singapore Food Festival will be held from 15 to 24 July. Check out the Programmes of Singpaore Food Festival 2011 for a list of events to be held in Clarke Quay, Singapore River and Little India.

Singapore Hotels in Bugis - Where to Stay in Bugis

Why choose hotels in Bugis? Check out highly recommended Singapore Bugis hotels and its nearby attractions. Also listed hostels, budget, mid-range, family and cheap hotels in Bugis.

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Singapore Hotels in Colonial District - Where to Stay in Colonial District

Why choose hotels in Colonial District? Check out highly recommended Colonial District hotels and its nearby attractions. Also listed budget, mid-range and family accommodations in Colonial District.

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Singapore Hotels along Singapore River - Where to Stay along Singapore River

Why choose hotels along Singapore River? Check out highly recommended hotels in Singapore River area and its nearby attractions. Also listed budget, mid-range and family hotels along Singapore River.

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Singapore Hotels in Chinatown - Where to Stay in Chinatown

Why choose hotels in Chinatown? Check out highly recommended Singapore Chinatown hotels and its nearby attractions here. Also listed hostels, budget, mid-range, family and cheap hotels in Chinatown.

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Cheap Flights from Singapore

Fly cheap with Jetstar from Singapore to the following cities:

Sale ends 29 Jun 2011(21:59), unless sold out prior. Sale may be extended. Sale fares are for travel in selected periods in 2011 and 2012. One way, all-inclusive Economy Starter fares - carry on baggage only. For an additional S$12-$85 per passenger, you can choose between 15kg-40kg checked baggage. Seats are subject to availability and may not be on all flights or days. Conditions apply.

To book, visit Jetstar.com or call 800-6161977(24hr toll free).

Price based on offline or voucher payment for bookings through Jetstar.com. For all other bookings, a booking and service fee of $8-$10 per passenger, per flight will apply. $18-$35 extra per passenger, per flight applies to bookings through 800 6161 977. Carry on baggage limits, including size restrictions, will be strictly applied. Passengers with more than the applicable carry on baggage allowance will need to check in baggage, and charges will apply. Singapore-Kuala Lumpur/Phuket flights are operated by Jetstar Asia (3K). Singapore-Melbourne flights are operated by Jetstar Airways (JQ). Fares valid for new bookings made via the stipulated web address only. Fares are non-refundable. Limited changes are permitted, charges apply. Other terms & conditions apply.

Update on Resorts World Sentosa (RWS)

Under Phase Two of Resorts World Sentosa, the following attractions will be opened in stages: a water theme park, an ocenarium and the Equarius hotel. The first to open in this phase will be the Maritime museum, expected to be completed by third quarter this year.

More on Resorts World Sentosa: How to get to Resorts World Sentosa? Where to stay in Resorts World Sentosa?

How to shop tax free in Singapore?

In most cases, 7% GST are levied on all goods and services consumed in Singapore. Premier Tax Free and Global Refund are two service providers in Singapore processing GST Refunds for tourists.

When you shop around in Singapore, especially in Marina Bay, Bugis or Orchard Road Shopping Malls, take note of the signs 'Premier Tax Free' or 'Tax Free' which are being displayed in some of the shops. As a tourist, these shops may issue you a Premier Refund Voucher or Global Refund Shopping Cheque if your purchase is more than S$100.

When leaving Singapore, you then show your vouchers or cheques together with the items, receipts and passport to the Customs officer at the GST Refund Inspection Counter to claim your refunds.

Singapore Hotels in Marina Bay - Where to Stay in Marina Bay

Why choose hotels in Marina Bay? Check out highly recommended Marina Bay hotels and its nearby attractions here. Also listed mid-range, luxury hotels and Marina Bay Sands hotel in Marina Bay.

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Singapore Hotels in Sentosa Island - Where to Stay in Sentosa Island

Why choose hotels in Sentosa Island? Check out highly recommended Sentosa Island hotels and its nearby attractions. Also listed mid-range, luxury hotels and hotels nearby Universal Studios Singapore.

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Universal Studios Singapore Extends Operating Hours

Great news! Universal Studios Singapore will be extending its operating hours from 3 Jun to 30 Jun 2011 as follow:

By then all the attractions and rides of Universal Studios will be opened till 9pm. Will the new operating hours be extended after 30 Jun 2011? This is yet to be announced by the management of Resorts World Sentosa.

Check out Universal Studios Singapore Ticket Prices, How to Get There and 12 Useful Universal Studios Singapore Tips.

Great Singapore Sale 2011

The annual Great Singapore Sale, which last for about two months from 27 May to 24 Jul 2011, starts on this Friday. You can expect up to 70% discount on things like jewellery, watches, hand bags, electronics products etc.

Check out Where to Shop and Tourist Privileges at Various Shopping Malls.

Enjoy Free Opera in Singapore Botanic Gardens

A great time for a family picnic on 11 Jun 2011 in Singapore Botanic Gardens, in front of Shaw Foundation Symphony Stage. While the kids having fun with various outdoor activities themselves, the adults can enjoy popular opera by the Singapore Lyric Opera.

Led by conductor Joshua Tan Kang Ming, the concert features sopranos such as Evelyn Ang, tenor Melvin Tan, baritone William Lim and the lyric opera's Orchestra, Opera Chorus, Youth Choir and Children's Choir.

Where: Singapore Botanic Gardens, Shaw Foundation Symphony Stage
When: 11 Jun 2011(Sat)
Time: 6pm
Admission: Free
Info: www.singaporeopera.com.sg

Madagascar: A Crate Adventure opens on 16 May 2011

The long awaited Madagascar: A Crate Adventure ride was opened at Universal Studios Singapore on 16 May 2011. A nine-minute ride on a river boat which can hold up to 20 people, this is the longest rides in Universal Studios Singapore.

Mr. Tan Hee Teck, Chief Executive Officer of Resorts World Sentosa, said: "We sought totranslate the worldwide appeal of the Madagascar movies into this attraction and I believe we succeeded. It is an exhilarating ride with fantastic sets and a terrific storyline. This attraction can be enjoyed by the whole family, from Grandma to Little Tot."

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