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17/11/2023

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas on Orchard Road as Singapore’s famous shopping belt gets festive with lights, ornaments and interactive features for a magical Christmas at its annual Christmas light-up, Christmas On A Great Street.

This year’s light-up theme, “A Child’s Dreamscape”, features cotton candy clouds replete with Christmas trees, bells, teddy bears, reindeer and candy canes. Warm LED lights of white, yellow, pink and turquoise “clouds” float in the air for a dreamy look and feel.

Check out the first-ever street party on Christmas Eve between Paterson junction (ION Orchard) and Bideford junction (Ngee Ann City) from 8pm to 12.30am. Expect live music, street dance performances, stage games, roving magicians and balloon sculptors, Santa meet-and-greet sessions, Christmas carolling, photobooths, food trucks and a countdown with special AR effects enhancing the 3D projection mapping on the façade of Hilton Singapore Orchard.

Ride a double-storey carousel and ferris wheel at the Christmas village at Shaw House Urban Plaza from 24 November and have fun on the bouncy castle and craft workshops by Kiztopia at Plaza Singapura from 1 December. Over at Ngee Ann City Civic Plaza, from 8 December onwards, catch live performances, enjoy carnival rides and arcade games, grab a bite from food trucks, and discover pop-up stores.

📷: Orchard Road | Tanglin Mall

16/11/2023

Fans of Canadian café chain Tim Hortons Singapore will be happy to know that its first Singapore outlet opens at VivoCity Singapore ( #01-207) TOMORROW (17 November) at 10am!

Tim Hortons has over 5,700 restaurants around the world and is famous for its Maple Cinnamon Latte, Maple Salted Caramel Donuts and bite-sized donuts known as Timbits.
OPENING PROMOS (be prepared to queue!)
• The first 100 customers daily from 17 to 19 November will enjoy a FREE regular Café Latte every week for SIX MONTHS!
• On 17 November, the 101st to 200th customers will get exclusive Tim Hortons merchandise, while the 30 best-dressed customers will get a swag box worth up to $80

ONGOING PROMO
• Download and sign up on the Tims Rewards app to get a FREE regular Café Latte

📷: Tim Hortons Singapore

15/11/2023

If you’re keen on doing your part for the environment but also want to enjoy a pampering hotel experience, a stay at PARKROYAL COLLECTION Marina Bay, Singapore will satisfy both your desires.

Singapore’s first “garden-in-a-hotel”, the lifestyle luxury hotel which underwent a S$45 million transformation in 2020, following a rebranding from Marina Mandarin Singapore, has a biophilic design which celebrates nature as well as eco-friendly and sustainable features.

The hotel’s interior is a lush garden sanctuary, with an awe-inspiring four-storey vertical green wall and nature-inspired architecture, designed to be a peaceful, rejuvenating respite for guests.

We highlight unique experiences that you can look forward to during your stay at the hotel.

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If you’re keen on doing your part for the environment but also want to enjoy a pampering hotel experience, a stay at PARKROYAL Collection Marina Bay will satisfy both your desires. As Singapore’s first “garden-in-a-hotel”, the hotel has a biophilic design which celebrates nature as well as e...

14/11/2023

Calling all fans of games such as Super Mario, Animal Crossing, The Legend of Zelda, Splatoon and Pikmin! Make plans to visit Southeast Asia’s 1st Nintendopopup Store SG at Jewel Changi Airport (Level 4, 220/221) from 17 November ’23 to 1 January ’24.

The Singapore store will feature merchandise from popular games which were previously only available at Nintendo Tokyo, Nintendo Osaka and Nintendo Kyoto stores.

Shoppers who spend $80 or more in a single transaction will receive a FREE exclusively designed postcard, while stocks last.

📷: Nintendopopup Store SG

10/11/2023

Whether you’re planning ahead for the festive season or looking for meaningful, design-led gifts for upcoming occasions, lifestyle retail pop-up Boutique Fairs Singapore has got you covered.

One of Singapore’s most well-loved shopping fairs, Boutique Fairs Singapore is back from 17 to 19 November at the F1 Pit Building with its biggest edition yet. The Gifting Edition 2023 sees 300 design-forward brands, independent labels, emerging designers and rising artisans purveying a wide array of items.

Shop for women’s and men’s fashion and accessories, crafts, jewellery, skincare and beauty products, home décor and lifestyle items, artworks, children’s toys, books, fitness tools, food, drinks and more.

At this edition, you get to be one of the first to shop over 200 new launches from brands that don’t have a physical shop.

The fair is also a great opportunity to discover up-and-coming brands and meet the designers behind the brands. They can help you find the right fit and some can even customise the item to meet your specific needs.

Discover elegant housewarming gifts and home-living pieces from Eden Living and Studio Yono, find an aesthetic bespoke speaker handmade in Singapore for your audiophile friends at Decibelist, or snag some toys or books for the little ones from The Little Showcase. Head over to Bali-based skincare brand Fields of Yarrow to check out its new seed-to-skin range, candles and body care items.

Newcomers to Boutique include minimalist plant store Soilboy, silk scarf atelier Momme Studio, homegrown fashion label Good Addition, Hong Kong-based resort wear label Beam Bold, Singaporean jewellery label Ye Jewelry and homegrown craft and stationery studio Hier Goods.

Enjoy unlimited entry to all 3 days of the fair for just $5. Free admission for kids aged 12 and below. Operating hours: 10am to 8pm – 17 & 18 November; 10am to 6pm – 19 November. Catch the free shuttle bus from Millenia Walk to F1 Pit Building.

📷: Boutique Fairs Singapore | Good Addition | Studio Yono | Beam Bold | Decibelist | Momme Studio

09/11/2023

If you love all things candylicious, you’ve gotta check out Changi Airport’s candy-themed wonderland featuring exciting carnival games and rides, a snow house, themed pop-ups, dinosaur mascots, fairy stilt walkers and Santa, of course!

Head over to Terminal 3’s (T3) departure hall to experience the sweet world of Candy Wonderland with its 5m-tall white bear, 7m-tall rotating cupcake Ferris wheel, candy cane lane, gingerbread house and picturesque Christmas fixtures. At night, look out for a light and snow show that will add on to the festive mood. Catch buskers, jugglers and a live marching band performing festive tunes on selected Friday and Saturday evenings.

At the Candy Carnival at T3’s arrival hall, there are carnival games and rides plus Changi-exclusive, confectionery-themed prizes to be won. The little ones can jump to their heart’s content on the Candy Bounce inflatable castle of desserts and take a ride on the Candy Kart go-kart course. More fun and games await at Basement 2 where there’s a candy-coated train and a whimsical merry-go-round.

Enjoy a frosty adventure at Candy Snow House. Discover intricately carved glowing ice sculptures and take a slide down the 5m-long snow slide or the 3m-long ice luge. You can also play games like basketball, snow bowling and mini golf on ice, as well as ride on a hand-pulled sleigh and skate around on a snow scooter.

There’s also “A Candylicious Night at the Airport” at Jewel Changi Airport's Changi Experience Studio (CES) where kids can attend a chocolate art jamming workshop to create edible pieces of art and decorate festive truffle balls. After a day of fun activities, wind down at the candy-themed tents at CES.

Don’t leave without shopping for items from BT21, Craftholic, Mofmo Friends, Mickey Loves SG and Miffy at the themed pop-ups at Terminals 2 and 3.

📷: Changi Airport Group

08/11/2023

Get a glimpse of Mongolia’s natural beauty and open grasslands at Gardens by the Bay’s Chrysanthemum Charm floral display.

Running till 13 November at the Flower Dome, the floral display is inspired by the lush grasslands and meadows of Mongolia.

Over 80 varieties of colourful chrysanthemums, including over 10 varieties that have never been seen before in Southeast Asia, are interspersed with gorgeous blooms such as dianthus and asters, as well as scabiosa, Mongolia’s national flower, against a backdrop of Mongolia’s natural, cultural and lifestyle icons. These include a life-sized traditional ger (Mongolian for “home”) aka yurt, the Orkhon waterfall, as well as authentic Mongolian cultural artefacts like Mongolian nobleman bed and traditional costumes aka deel.

A flowering plant belonging to the Asteraceae family, chrysanthemums mostly blossom between August and November. Its name is coined from the Greek word "chrysos", which means gold, and "anthos", which means flower. Chrysanthemums also have various practical uses such as relieving a variety of physical symptoms like sore throats and headaches, as well as aiding digestion. Additionally, the leaves and stems of the flowers are used as ingredients in Chinese cuisine.

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📷: Gardens by the Bay | Simplyshow

07/11/2023

Penang is world famous for its mouth-watering street food, colourful temples, old-town vibes and thriving art scene. But did you know that the Pearl of the Orient is filled with many green spaces and natural habitats where nature lovers and adventure seekers can have plenty of fun in the sun?

From hiking the popular Penang Hill to exploring the lush countryside of Balik Pulau on a bicycle, here are the best nature spots to visit in Penang.

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https://www.southeast-asia.com/malaysia/6-best-natural-spots-to-visit-in-penang/

Penang is world famous for its mouth-watering street food, colourful temples, old-town vibes and thriving art scene. But did you know that the Pearl of the Orient is filled with many green spaces and natural habitats where nature lovers and adventure seekers can have plenty of fun in the sun?

06/11/2023

Want to explore Singapore like a pro? Get your hands on the Go City pass for stress-free sightseeing.

The All-Inclusive Pass lets you discover over 45 top Singapore attractions without having to purchase tickets at each attraction. You can visit as many attractions as you wish within your chosen number of days, which range from two to seven days.

The Explorer Pass lets you choose the number of attractions you would like to visit during your time in Singapore. You can take your time to visit the attractions as you’ll have 60 days (from your first use) to use your pass.

Besides exploring popular attractions like Gardens by the Bay, Universal Studios Singapore, SkyHelix Sentosa, Bird Paradise, Night Safari, River Wonders, Singapore Zoo, Singapore Cable Car, Skypark Sentosa by AJ Hackett and Madame Tussauds Singapore, you’ll also get to join tours like Big Bus Singapore, Singapore DUCKtours, Nature Kayaking Adventure at Pulau Ubin, Historical Singapore Bicycle Tour by Let’s Go Tour, Tiger Brewery Tour, Raffles Courtyard and Long Bar, and Authentic Tea Appreciation Experience at Tea Chapter.

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📷: Go City

03/11/2023

Pokemon fans, get set for a fun and festive Pokemon experience on the Singapore Cable Car from now till 31 December!

Ride in Pokemon-themed Cable Car cabins on the Mount Faber Line decked out in the iconic red and white Poké Ball decals, blue and red Great Ball, striking black and yellow Ultra Ball, rare purple and pink Master Ball, and pink Love Ball.

Have fun taking selfies inside colourful cabins decorated with Pokémon mascots garbed in jolly festive outfits, complete with wreaths and mistletoes.

More photo ops await at Mount Faber Peak where you can pose in vintage Cable Car cabins that feature well-loved Pokémon such as Snorlax, Jigglypuff and Pikachu. Other photo points include creative cutouts of Cable Cars adorned with Pokemon characters in festive outfits.

There’s also a festive photo wall featuring Pokémon from Kanto Region such as Charmander and Bulbasaur, as well as Pokémon from Galar and Paldea like Yamper and Pawmi, the perfect backdrop for capturing memorable Insta-worthy shots.

Be sure to pick up a FREE Pokémon sun visor (while stocks last) at the on-site ticketing counter to keep you cool.

Post a picture of yourself with any of the Pokémon characters in the Cable Car on your Facebook or Instagram page with the hashtag and tag to redeem an ice cream at the Singapore Cable Car Gift Shop at Mount Faber Peak or Singapore Cable Car Gift Shop at Imbiah Lookout (one redemption per person, while stocks last).

GET YOUR CABLE CAR SKYPASS (MOUNT FABER LINE + SENTOSA LINE) TICKET (ROUND TRIP) @ 20% OFF
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📷: Mount Faber Leisure

02/11/2023

Art enthusiasts and collectors, immerse yourself in the rich and creative world of multi-talented abstract artist Zhang YiFei through a collection of installations at her “Metamorphosis” exhibition at The Arts House (Gallery II).

What makes Zhang’s work truly exceptional is its ability to challenge conventional artistic norms and expectations. Through her unique creative technique, her digital and visual art breaks away from traditional artistic conventions. Each of her stroke carries a profound meaning, sparking a mesmerising transformation on the canvas. The canvas comes alive with a tapestry of intricate emotions and sentiments, like the pages of an extraordinary journal.

“Metamorphosis” delves deep into themes of resilience in the face of life’s adversities and conflicts, emphasising the inherent beauty that can be found in the most challenging of circumstances.

With animations created by passionate 2D motion graphics designer Nicole Fun, expect a multi-sensory experience that will transport you to an imaginary world where not just your sense of sight are engaged but also your auditory senses through music composed by Zhang, who recently launched her debut EP, “Me and Me”.

Look out also for intricate and creative embroidery pieces by well-known Malaysian embroidery artist Anni Tai in one of Zhang’s installations.

Besides celebrating art, “Metamorphosis” also champions a great cause as 30% of the proceeds from the sale of Zhang’s artwork will be donated to Extra•Ordinary People.

The exhibition runs from 5 to 9 November, 11am to 8pm. Admission to the exhibition is free.

📷: Zhang YiFei

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01/11/2023

From thrilling theme park rides to beach fun, there are plenty of things to do in Sentosa!

For 6.5 hours of fun on the island, go on the “Discover Sentosa & More” tour.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
• Ride the Cable Car from Mount Faber to Sentosa and soak up captivating aerial views of the HarbourFront precinct and beyond
• Within Sentosa, ride the Sentosa Line and enjoy flying over tree tops while taking in panoramic views of Siloso Beach. Look out for the gliders on the MegaZip as you arrive at the last station – Siloso Point.
• Enjoy a 4D experience like no other at Sentosa 4D AdventureLand as you join Sean and his friends flying through tornado, encounter giant lizards and discover the lost city of Atlantis in Journey 2: The Mysterious Island.
• Discover over 100,000 marine animals representing 1,000 species across some 40+ diverse habitats at S.E.A. Aquarium, one of the world’s largest aquariums.
• Take the glass elevator up to Fort Siloso Skywalk, a treetrop trail 11 storeys above ground and stretching 181m long. Enjoy magnificent views of the surrounding area and beyond. Check out the section of the Viewing Platform that is glass-bottom, giving the illusion you are in the air with nothing below your feet!
• Wrap up your day on Sentosa with the award-winning Wings of Time, a spark-tacular night show by the sea. The multi-sensory light water show about friendship and courage tells the story of Shahbaz, a prehistoric bird, and his friends who travel across beautiful landscapes and journey through the mysteries of time.

BOOK YOUR “DISCOVER SENTOSA & MORE” TOUR
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📷: Mount Faber Leisure | Singapore Tourism Board | Danny Santos Photography

31/10/2023

Hankering for some spice-rich biryani? Fire up your tastebuds with slow-cooked Hyderabadi-style biryani at Biryani Concepts Siglap. The Indian restaurant is currently offering a WEEKDAY LUNCH PROMO of Chicken Biryani plus your choice of beer for only $19.90.

The restaurant serves spice-infused cocktails, wines, beer and other liquor so you can indulge in your favourite Indian dishes with a tipple or two.

It also offers Mutton Masala and Jumbo Tiger Prawn Biryanis, as well as vegetarian options such as Brinjal, Jackfruit Dhum, Paneer and Vegetable Biryanis.

Besides biryanis, the restaurant is also known for its Andra-Style Fish Head Curry, Kalmi Kebab, Gongura Mutton and Butter Chicken Masala.

30/10/2023

Need a change from Jakarta or Bali? Check out Surabaya, Indonesia’s second-largest city and the capital of East Java.

The bustling city is one of the country’s most underrated tourist destinations. It is often used as a gateway into East Java but if you take time to discover the bustling city, you’ll uncover its unique blend of history, culture and natural beauty.

We highlight six of the coolest things to do in the city.

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Surabaya is one of the country’s most underrated tourist destinations. It is often used as a gateway into East Java but if you take time to discover the bustling city, you’ll uncover its unique blend of history, culture and natural beauty. The city is also known as “Kota Pahlawan” (City of H...

27/10/2023

Transiting in Changi Airport with hours to spare or looking at how to spend a fun day out with family and friends at Jewel Changi Airport? Download the new Changi App and find out how to fully maximise your time at Changi Airport and Jewel.

From real-time flight updates and seamless pre-booking of attractions to swift payments and rewarding shopping experiences, the Changi App enhances every step of your journey through Changi Airport and Jewel Changi Airport. It’s not just an app; it’s a handy personal concierge at the palm of your hand!

If you’re travelling from 11 November onwards, save and manage your flight(s) at least 24 hours in advance on the Changi App and stand a chance in The Great Changi Appscapade Lucky Draw. Valid for all flights departing from Singapore between 11 November 2023 and 31 October 2024.

On top of the monthly Destination Draw boasting 4 Business Class tickets to exciting destinations like New York, Fiji and Maldives, there’ll also be a myriad of attractive instant prizes such as retail vouchers, as well as travel and attractions tickets, to be won throughout the year.

📷: Changi Airport Group

26/10/2023

Bring the kids to the Singapore Zoo’s brand new KidzWorld for a fun living classroom experience comprising animal encounters, interactive play and an appreciation for wildlife.

Home to 250 animals from 30 species including axis deer, sulcata tortoises, ferrets, deer, horses, dogs, chickens and ducks, KidzWorld also has a world-class petting zoo, water maze and treehouse-themed playground.

The 1-hectare space is also the Home of the Ranger Buddies, an edutainment programme that aims to empower kids to drive positive change for themselves, others as well as the world.

At the Ranger Buddies Quest that features unique interactive park experiences, kids set out from the Base Camp on phygital missions to visit outposts, equipped with smart binoculars and a companion app. There are three outposts where kids can discover more about animal health, animal care and animal nutrition.

KidzWorld is located opposite of Tram Stop 4, close to the Fragile Forest biodome.

*EXCLUSIVELY FOR SINGAPORE RESIDENTS! Enjoy 40% OFF admission with the 2-park Wildlife Wonders Bundle to the Singapore Zoo and River Wonders – $54 adult and $38 child – for visits from 1 November till 30 December. Tickets can be purchased from now till 30 December.

Non-resident Singapore Zoo tickets (includes tram service) are priced at $48 per adult and $33 per child.

GET YOUR SINGAPORE ZOO TICKETS
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📷: Mandai Wildlife Group

25/10/2023

K-beauty lovers, make plans to check out AHC Beauty Singapore’s first pop-up at VivoCity Singapore (Central Court 1, Level 1), happening from now till 5 November.

Korea’s No. 1 aesthetic skincare brand, AHC is famous for its award-winning Eye Cream for Face, with 1 sold every 3 seconds.

POP-UP HIGHLIGHTS
• Free 3-piece gift worth $36 – Learn about and experience AHC through various zones. A journey card will be issued and upon completion of the journey, the free gift will be given.
• Complimentary skincare consultation
• AHC vending machine – Learn more about AHC’s sheet masks and have a go at the vending machine to redeem a free sheet mask
• Photo booth – Make memories at the photobooth and receive physical photo strips & digital copies

POP-UP OFFERS
• AHC is giving away more than $10,000 worth of gifts and prizes via the gachapon machines at the Sure-Win Game Zone
• Spend $100 and stand a chance to win prizes like 2D1N weekend stay at The Westin Singapore, Afternoon Tea Set worth $98 at Grand Park City Hall, WeBarre Classes, JBL Speakers, Cathay Movie Tickets and more
• With each minimum spend of $100, you’ll also receive a limited-edition AHC tote bag with an option to customise it with Korean inspired iron-on patches and stamping

The pop-up is open daily from 10am to 10pm.

24/10/2023

It’s no secret that Singapore’s best shopping strip is the iconic Orchard Road and the city-state’s first Pullman hotel, Pullman Singapore Orchard, celebrates the famous street’s fashion vibes within its playful, stylish interiors.

From the moment you step into the hotel, fashion surrounds you in fresh and inspiring ways; in another words, expect plenty of Instagrammable moments throughout the hotel!

We shine the spotlight on the hotel’s vibrant spaces, designed to celebrate the world of fashion, and give you a heads-up on where to soak up fun-loving fashion vibes during your stay.

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Occupying a prime location in the heart of buzzy Orchard Road, next to Paragon and across from Ngee Ann City and Mandarin Gallery, Pullman Singapore Orchard draws inspiration from the fashion powerhouses along the shopping street.

23/10/2023

Explore the colourful back lanes of Little India at sunset on the Down To The Bare Walls Walking Tour, led by A+B Edu Tours And Travels Pte Ltd, every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 6.30pm to 8.30pm.

Expect a myriad of colours, scents and sounds during your walk as you marvel at murals that showcase the traditions, culture, arts and the daily life of the past that has changed to meet today’s needs, but is somehow still the same. You’ll also get to taste some must-have snacks and enjoy a cup of special Indian-style tea or coffee.

Tour stops include a jewellery shop, a saree shop, a garland maker, vegetable sellers, murals along Belilios Lane and Desker Road, and Sri Veeramakaliaman Temple.

BOOK THIS TOUR
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📷: A+B Edu Tours And Travels Pte Ltd | Singapore Tourism Board

20/10/2023

Did you know that the entire lyrics of Singapore’s national anthem (Majulah Singapura) are printed on the back of its $1,000 banknote in microprint? Hop on the Big Bus Tours for more fun facts on Singapore as you explore the city’s key landmarks and iconic attractions from the top deck of a double-decker bus.

Choose a 1-day, 2-day or Night Tour ticket, and enjoy the flexibility of exploring the city across two different bus routes on open-top double-decker buses.

The Yellow Line (City Tour) bus brings you to key attractions like Gardens by the Bay, Singapore Flyer, Orchard Road, Singapore Botanic Gardens, Singapore Art Museum and Raffles Hotel, while the Red Line (Heritage Tour) bus journeys from Suntec City to Little India and Chinatown, with stops at Arab Street, Golden Mile, Sultan Mosque, Boat Quay, People’s Park Complex, Hong Lim Park, Old Custom House and more.

Free headphones are provided for you to tune in to pre-recorded onboard commentary, available in 12 languages. Buses run every 25 to 40 minutes, depending on the route.

GET YOUR BIG BUS SINGAPORE TOUR TICKET
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📷: Big Bus Tours