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Leisure Destinations - Saturday, December 26, 2009 @ 6:37 PM
So with all the thrills, delicacies and fun, how can we forget about relaxing destination in singapore?!
Siloso Beach
This is the hippest beach in Singapore! It is a must visit desination if you are a volleyball enthusiast. It is the venue of many beach volleyball competitions as well as mega events like the Countdown 2010 beach party and Zouk Out 2009. There are activities for all ages ranging from canoeing, cycling, rollerblading to just lying on the beach to chill and sun tan.
Admission: Free Opening Hours: 24/7 Venue: Sentosa (take the sentosa express and alight at the Beach station) For more information, please visit: http://www.sentosa.com.sg/explore_sentosa/beaches/siloso_beach.html * Do take note that Sun Tanning Nude is against the law in Singapore.
Palawan Beach
Sentosa Island has 3 beaches, another one is the Palawan Beach. It is unique because it has a suspension bridge leading to the Southernmost Point of Continental Asia! It caters more to an outing destination for the whole family with kid's performances available on weekends, public and school holidays. Want to use the internet while chilling out on the beach? You can do it here at the Palawan Beach through wireless internet access to be connect to the world!
Want to relax on a beach without heading to sentosa? There is always East Coast Beach! Watch the beautiful sunrise and breathe in the fresh morning breeze at the largest park in Singapore. There is a large variety of activities to take part in at ECP. Some examples are water activities, barbequing, kite-flying, fishing, bowling, camping and of course dinning. Located along the beach, is a seafood paradise with more than 8 seafood restaurant. Do not miss out on the chili crabs!
Though Singapore is a modern city, there is still some remains of our Kumpongs (villages) available. Feeling adventurous? Head off to one of Singapore's island in a bumboat with wild boars, peacocks and other creatures roaming free! You will get to see Singapore in a different light. It is famous for its long stretch of biking trails, so if biking is a form of relaxation for you, pluck up your courage and head off there!
Top Shopping Places in Singapore - Wednesday, December 23, 2009 @ 12:00 AM
Suntec City Mall
Do you know which shopping centre is the largest in Singapore? It has to be Suntec City Mall!! Anchored by a world class convention centre and stretching a kilometre across five prestigious office towers, which looks like 5 fingers.
You can enjoy a spectacular dining ambience amidst cascading waters of the world’s largest fountain. The Fountain of Wealth entertains you with it's mesmerizing multimedia extravaganza. With fascinating experiences abound, Suntec City Mall is the perfect place for one to shop, dine and unwind and is a must-visit for all tourists.
Somerset 313 is the newest shopping centre in Singapore located on Orchard Road. With the wide retail mix of lifestyle, food and fashion shops and the promise of top notch customer service, this 8 story shopping mall will keep customers coming back. Among the 180 international and local stores are a four storey popular high-street Forever 21, Japan No. 1 most casual wear Uniqlo, and the Italian Marché that serves great Swiss food. The purplish, glamorous interior and exterior design of the mall creates a heavenly shopping ambience for all.
Situated within minutes of Sentosa and highly anticipated party central St James Power Station, VivoCity houses more than 300 retail, F&B and entertainment outlets over one million square feet of floor space. It even have rooftop play pools for people to enjoy the breeze while picnicking.
A host of all your favourite shops join anchor tenants offering exciting lifestyle and fashion options; VivoCity is home to the largest Golden Village (GV) multiplex in Singapore with 15 screens; hypermarket Dairy Farm will stock the most extensive range of groceries sourced from across the world, as well as a new natural food concept store.
Singapore’s largest and most exciting street shopping destination inclusive of 600 different concept shops offering attractive fashion, food and lifestyle products. It’s a shopping paradise where you are able to bargain to find the widest varieties and cheapest deals in a single location. Head up to the second and third levels for a air-conditioned shopping environment if the humidity bothers you in a street shopping atmosphere.
When all shops closes at night, but you still had not enough of shopping? Get down to Mustafa now. Mustafa is a well-known shopping centre located in Little India. The best part of Mustafa is that it is a shopping mall that never sleeps! A variety of things can be found in Mustafa. Home appliances, jewellery, supermarket and many more can all be found in Mustafa! You may also have a chance to grab some cheap deals there and shop all you want!
Operating Hours: 24 Hours
Location : 145 SyedAlwi Road, Singapore 207704
Tel: +65-62955855 For more information, please visit http://www.mustafa.com.sg/
ION Orchard
A brand new retail experience awaits you with more than 320 stores spread over eight floors, featuring new-to-market brands, unique store concepts, creative F&B offerings and integrated art programme to complement fashion, design and lifestyle as well as an exciting calendar of festivals and signature events.
Home to innovative retail concepts from some of the world’s top luxury, fashion and lifestyle brands, ION Orchard will deliver a holistic, multi-sensory lifestyle experience and a distinctive cocktail of style, design and art that will cater to everyone.
Operating Hours: 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM daily
Location : 2 Orchard Turn Singapore 238801
Tel: +65 6838 6520 For more information, please visit www.ionorchard.com
Top Nightlife in Singapore - Wednesday, December 16, 2009 @ 10:29 PM
Zouk
Zouk is the most happening nightclub in Singapore!! It has a large dancefloor and state-of-the-art sound and lighting, catering to a variety of artists. Its Mambo Jambo theme on wednesday nights are considered a must-go for a first-time clubber. It is highly popular among the younger segment of the clubbing crowd in Singapore, and a Mambo experience is often regarded as an initiation ritual for many beginners into the local clubbing scene.
Opening Hours: Wednesday, Friday and Saturday only (10pm till late) Entrance Fees (ZOUK) Female: S$23 Male: S$28
Location: 17 Jiak Kim StreetSingapore, 1694206738 2988 Minimum Age: 18 years For more information, please visit http://www.zoukclub.com/
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Ever tried partying in a powerstation?! St James Power Station is the premiere clubbing destination of the country that caters to different styles of music and dancing through its one central complex that houses 10 nightclubs each featuring its own unique atmosphere. Power House is targeted primarily at the young crowd featuring a low age entrance requirement. It is also the biggest club in St James Power Station with an amazing five storey high ceiling and is the wildest club in the entire complex!
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Operating Hours (Power House): Wednesday & Friday : 8pm to 4am Saturday : 9pm to 5am
Location : 3 Sentosa Gateway, Singapore (098544) Minimum Age (Power House): 18 years Dress Code : Smart casual * Each different night clubs has their own requirements, charges and operating hours. For more information, please visit http://www.stjamespowerstation.com/
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Home Club is where the Singaporean underground comes to life! An intimate surrounding and a venue dedicated to the exposure of new sounds to Singapore shores. Each event is designed and conceptualized from the music of the night to its visual surroundings, making each night a complete dance floor experience.
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Door Entry: $15 (with one standard drink) Getting there: 20 Upper Circular Road B1-01/06 The Riverwalk Singapore 058416 Tel: +65 6538 2928
The Butter Factory is ground-breaking disco and pub that allows you to party all night long with the crazy blend of hip hop, R&B, urban grooves, alternative vibes and street art. The Butter Factory offers popular and distinct culture, along with party music to boogie down which spread across two loud rooms. Determined to complete their mission, you can be assured to have tons of fun!
Location: 1 Fullerton Road #02-02/03/04 One Fullerton (049213) Telephone: 6333 8243 Opening hours: Wednesday – 10pm to 3am
Thursday – 9pm to 2am
Friday & Saturday– 10pm to 4am
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Admission fees Wednesday – Free Entry for ladies,
$28 for men (10pm – 1am).
After 1am, $15 for men (inclusive of 1 drink).
Thursday – $15 (inclusive of 1 standard drink)
Friday, Saturday and Eve of Public Holidays –Ladies $23 , Men $28 (inclusive of 2 standard drinks)
The Arena propelled itself into being the biggest R&B, Hip Hop Club in Singapore! It is situated at the prime entertainment spot in Singapore- Clarke Quay. It hosts international bands from US, UK, Australia and Asia, and being home to some of the finest DJ talents in Singapore. The Arena has rightfully earned its reputation as a world-class nightclubbing destination with the world’s most technologically advanced lighting, sound and pyrotechnic equipment.
The Arena’s Ladies Night (Wednesday) : $88 for a second bottle of Piper Champagne / 42Below Vodka & $99 for your 2nd bottle of Chivas Regal All Night Long: $50 for 2 house pour jugs Weekends Special (Fridays & Saturdays) : $99 for a 2nd bottle of Chivas Regal, Martell VSOP 7 Black Label.
Location: 3B River Valley Road#01-08 Clarke QuaySingapore 179021 Contact: Tel: (65) 6338 3158 For more information, visit : http://www.thearenalive.com.sg/index.html
Top high class dinning - Tuesday, December 8, 2009 @ 11:09 PM
Sky Dining @ Mount Faber
Have you ever thought of dinning in mid air? Sky Dining™ offers a privacy dining option and transforms an ordinary meal into a magical moment that will leave a lasting impression. Feast on gastronomical delights in a cable car above the sea. Be captivated by the setting sun and watch enthralled as the night unfolds a picturesque Singapore landscape. Tel: (+65) 6377 9688 For more information, please visit: http://www.mountfaber.com.sg/
No Signboard Seafood @ The Esplanade
You can never claimed you tried Singapore delights without eating Chili Crabs! No Signboard Seafood Restaurant is a must visit for crab and other seafood lovers. It serves a great variety of seafood, and game meats like infamous chili crabs and its deer meat. What makes the customer come back for more is the stylish layout, nice ambience and mouth watering white pepper crabs. So try it out! Telephone: +65 68423415 Opening hours: 12pm – 1am Location: 8 Raffles Avenue #01-14/16 The Esplanade For more information, please visit: http://nosignboardseafood.com/
Grand Shanghai
Grand Shanghai is a restaurant serving authentic Chinese delicacies. The place has an exquisite ambiance with its wonderful Chinese styled interiors illuminated with beautifully lit up Chinese lights. Famous for its mouth-watering cuisine, their magnificent Peking Duck, Roast Pork and the Dim Sum are a must try. While being served, you will be entertained with live performances by accomplished vocalist. So do come for the good food and be enchanted by the musicians. Operating hours: Lunch: Tuesday – Friday and Sunday from noon to 2.30pm Dinner: Tuesday – Sunday, from 6.20pm to 10.30pm Tel: (+65) 6836 6866 Location: Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel Singapore For more information, please visit: http://www.grandshanghai.com/
My Humble House @ The Esplanade
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Have you ever tried dinning in an artistic restaurant? My Humble House, serving Neo Classic Chinese Cuisine, is the restaurant that you have to try! It presents a traditional Chinese and artistic modern elements in the restaurant’s design creating an extremely fresh appeal, while maintaining a cosy and relaxed atmosphere which elevates ‘the art of dining’ beyond the realm of the exceptional.
If you are thinking of fancy restaurants to enjoy a meal full of Japanese gastronomy, well there is always Sushi Tei! A place for Japanese fine dining with its traditional ambience and restaurant settings. Originated in Singapore, the restaurant offers an assortment of scrumptious and creatively designed Japanese. The restaurant is the perfect place to experience the tradition of Japanese fine dining.
Tel: +65 6376 2221 Operating hours: 11.30am to 10pm daily. Last orders at 9.30pm.
Top Singapore Local Delights - Wednesday, November 25, 2009 @ 1:20 AM
Laksa
Another original yet, delicious local delight in Singapore you can’t miss is Laksa! Known as one of Singapore’s national dish, Katong laksa, a humble dish of rice noodles, shrimps, cockles, fish cake and chilli paste in thick coconut-based broth has won over many loyal fans including expatriates and visiting dignitaries.
Recommendation: 49 Katong Laksa
Laksa is easily one of my favourite type of food simply because it is spicy! I tend to savour each spoonful with a mixture of broth and noodles. You can ask for more cockles and prawns if you love them, and more chilli if you like it even spicier! Traditional laksa stalls serve their laksa with just a spoon, so take your time to enjoy it and eat with relish!
Location: East coast road, 49 Singapore Contact No : +65 6344 5101Opening Hour : 8am to 7.00pm Price: $3/bowl
Hokkien Mee
Fried noodles, also called “Hokkien Mee” locally, is served in many other Southeast Asia countries and cooked in many different kinds of styles. In Singapore, its is usually cooked with ingredients like egg, thick egg noodles, thick bee hoon, prawns, vegetable, chicken or pork slices, squid, fish cake slices. It is served best with freshly squeezed lime and blended Sambal Chilli.
Reccommendation: Ah Hock Fried Hokkien Mee(Ah Hock Fried Hokkien Mee is being loved for the intense prawn stock taste.) Address: 20 Kensington Park Road Stall #27 Chomp Chomp Food Centre Operating Hours: 5pm - 11pm Price: $3-6 /person
A plate of Hokkien Mee tastes the best when it is slightly wet. Squeeze the lime and mix the noodles with the sambal chilli to achieve even more heavenly taste.
Roti Prata
Prata for you? Roti Prata is a flat pancake that is cooked by heating over a flat grill plate. It is best served with curry and some Singaporeans have own preference of eating it with sugar or condensed milk. In Singapore, you can always find surprises in our food menu, which includes cheese and ice-cream prata.
Recommendation: Thasevi Roti Prata shop which is located at Jalan Kayu
Price: About $0.80 per plain prata. (Prices vary according to the different types of prata ordered) Operating Hours: 24 hours Location: 237-239 Jalan Kayu Singapore 799461
Another famous roti prata stall is situated along Thomson Road, close to Thomson Plaza. The Roti Prata House is a traditional indian coffeeshop serving close to 50 different varieties of pratas. The must try would be the Cheese and Mushroom Prata, Prata with Cheese and Honey and the Ice Cream Prata! If you have a bigger appetitite, you can also try its briyani and mee goreng! You can couple your meal with their ever famous Milo Dinosaur!
Bak Kut Teh
Want to have an excellent late-night supper, in Singaporean style? Simply ask any Chinese taxi driver on night shit where he goes for Bak Kut Teh!
Ba Kut Teh it is an authentic Singaporean dish created by the Hokkiens. Simple yet intensely flavourful, it consists of pork ribs and other cuts simmered slowly until tender, with herbs, pepper, garlic cloves and tasty seasonings. Essential accompaniments include white rice, Chinese fried dough fritters, and Chinese tea.
Recommendation : Founder Rou Gu Cha Cafeteria
Founder Rou Gu Cha Cafeteria provides the taste of traditional of Bak Kut Teh with the choice of having the entire rib rather than it being chopped up into smaller pieces. You should definitely visit this place if you're craving for good bak kut teh.
Operating Hours: 12.00pm - 2.30pm 6.00pm - 2.30am (Closed on Tuesdays) Tel: (+65) 6352 6192 Location: 347 Balestier Road - next to New Orchid Hotel Price : approx S$ 6-15 (depending on the number of side dishes)
Bak Kut Teh is easily one of Singaporeans' favoured dish. With boiling hot herbal and slightly pepperish soup and succulent pork ribs, your meal would be completed with just a simple bowl of plain rice. Or if you have an appetitie for side dishes, you can also try the salted vegetables and also a plate of 'tao kee'. Yum yum!
Chicken Rice
Hainanese Chicken Rice has turned into a national icon when immigrants from China’s Hainan Island brought this delicacy to Singapore many decades ago. It comprises of poached chicken served with fragrant rice cooked in chicken broth with ginger and garlic, accompanied by a zesty chilli-lime sauce, a pungent ginger puree, and thick black soy sauce. There are two choice of chicken, steam and roast.
Recommendation: Boon Tong Kee
One of the few places where you get both good chicken and good rice. The chicken, which is cooked more in the Cantonese than the Hainanese style, is tender and juicy while the rice is very fragrant. With its heavenly taste, you should never miss out on it! Two thumbs up!
Address : 425 River Valley Road, Tel: (65) 67363213 Price: $3 to $6. (dependant on the number of side dishes ordered)
Both steamed and roasted chicken, I must say, tastes equally good. The steamed chicken is usually smoother in texture while the roasted chicken has a crispier skin. To give an extra taste to your chicken, dip it in traditional chicken rice sauce or/and black soya sauce.
Rojak
Rojak, which means “wild mix” in Malay, is one of the many famous dishes in Singapore. It is an assortment of fresh fruits and vegetables, which may include pineapples, cucumbers, sweet turnip, water spinach, green apple, bean sprouts, water apple, green mango, guava, slivers of lime zest, and shredded ginger bud.
In Singapore, some other ingredients that are often added includes deep-fried soybean cakes, fried Chinese dough fritters and small pieces of cuttlefish. To top it all up, a generous sprinkle of finely chopped roasted peanuts is added together with a mixed dressing of seasoned fermented prawn paste, sugar, tamarind pulp, fresh lime juice and ground chilli.
Recommendation: Hoover Rojak
The killer prawn paste sauce is very thick and delicious. Crunchy jellyfish, bits of fragrant ginger flowers and succulent pieces of cucumbers, yam beans and pineapples also make the rojak here stand out.
Location: #01-641, Whampoa Hawker Centre, Block 90 Whampoa Drive. Price: $2-$5, depending on the amount of serving for the number of people.
Rojak, often eaten as an appetizer, can also sometime include dried cuttlefish. Depending on your personal preferences, you can ask for ingredients that you like and omit those that you don't. Or if you are a fan of doughsticks, you can request for a plate of rojak that only has doughtsticks. Sounds good?
Satay
Satay is a shish kebab style dish that is said to have originated from Indonesia and can be made from cubes of either beef, chicken or mutton on long wooden sticks and BBQ over the flaming charcoal. Its eaten with onions and cucumbers, and ketupat (rice cakes) and with a special Peanut Satay Sauce, It’s a rich, thick peanut sauce filled with the aroma of roasted peanuts with a zest of lemon sauce in it. . Recommendation: Lau Pa Sat
Location: A big food court located right in the heart of Singapore's Central Business District, not far from the Raffles Place MRT station. Price: $0.50 cents/ Satay stick, $1/ per ketupat (rice cakes).
Often eaten as an appetizer or as a dish to end off a meal, satay itself is not very filling. If you are an avid fan of satay, there are different kinds of meat including beef, chicken and mutton. Or if you want to eat more than just satay, you can also try the malay traditional 'ketupat'. The peanut sauce is a must to be eaten together with the satays and ketupats.
Fried Carrot Cake
The carrot cake is made by stir frying radish with eggs, diced garlic, spring onion and occasionally dried shrimp. There are 2 types of carrot cake, the black (with dark sauce) and the white one (plain). They are mostly topped with spring onions to enhance the fragrances and appeal of the dish.
Recommendation: Chomp Chomp Food Centre
Price: $2-$4 approximately Operating Hour: 5.30pm-12am, closed on alternate Tuesdays Location: 20 Kensington Park Road Singapore(557269)
The black carrot cake is usually sweeter due to its black sauce while the white carrot cake is not so sweet. Although a simple plate of meal, the carrot cake is also one of the hot favourites of dish in Singapore because of its fragrance and tastiness.
Nasi Lemak
Nasi Lemak is served in a banana leaf wrapping. Rice that’s been cooked in coconut milk, a small deep-fried fish, some fried anchovies, a slice of plain omelette, some fresh cucumber and the famous sambal (a paste made from chillies, dried shrimp and spices).
Originally a Malay dish, it is now prepared by the Chinese too, who added many accompanying ingredients, such as fried chicken wings, sausages and vegetables. Traditionally a breakfast meal, it is so well-loved that there are all-night restaurants in Singapore which specialise in serving nasi lemak for late dinners, suppers and wee-hours breakfasts!
Price Range: S$1 - S$5 Food Centre: Changi Village Hawker Centre Recommended For: Dinner & Supper
As mentioned above, the Nasi Lemak can help you get ready for a full day ahead or satisfy your cravings and hunger pangs in the wee hours! Delightful and delicious, it will leave you completely satisfied!
Durian
How can you miss out the King of fruits in Singapore- durians? Being the most exotic fruit of the Southeast, it is a must try for this local treat.
The best time to eat this is in the June-July period where the fruits come in biggest, freshest. Imagine that! Get past the smell and you will realize that the taste is a simple and acquired one. Let the bittersweet flavour and the creamy texture that seems to slide down your throat will be unforgettable.
Personal tips for good durians! - Go for the odd shaped ones, not those perfectly rounded ones - Shake the durian. You should be able to hear the seeds and fruits rattle inside, like ball bearings in a ball. If you don’t hear anything, “the flesh has not properly separated from the skin”. Means, not good. - Smell it. You should be able to smell the fragrance even before the fruit is cut.
Recommendation: Sims Avenue It is the place with the largest concentration of durian stalls. Price: $15 and $20 per kilo
Heavenly to some, durians are appreciated by most people in Singapore. However, some may not like the pungent smell of it. The flesh of good durians are soft and smooth. If you are dying to satisfy your sudden cravings, be sure to visit the one at Sims Avenue!
Top must go Attractions in Singapore! - Thursday, November 12, 2009 @ 5:44 PM
The Singapore Zoological Gardens
Have you ever seen the man-eating white tigers in Singapore? It can be found in our open concept zoo! You will also get the chance to enjoy a healthy breakfast with the orangutans. Don't miss the opportunity to photograph and interact with them as they swing and climb in their naturalistic enclosure. Take a tram ride around the Open Zoo, to view landscaped gardens and many endangered animals.
Opening Hours: 8.30am to 6pm daily
(Last Admission at 5.30pm)
Adult Admission: S$ 18
Child Admission: S$ 9 (3-12 years old)
Tram Rides: 8.30am to 6pm
(Each ticket allows unlimited rides within the park)
Adult: S$ 5Child: S$2.50 (3-12 years old)
As the sun sets, a different world comes to life. At the Night Safari, you can look a rhinoceros in the eye, hear the howls of a pack of striped hyenas or watch giraffes glide serenely across the plain in the still of the night. Strike out on your own along the walking trail or relax in a tram ride - whichever you choose, Night Safari is a wild adventure not to be missed. You can also experience the dining on the move with the Cocktail Safari Express and Gourmet Safari Express. Not forgetting our favourite snacks at Z'Bar and Ben & Jerry's Scoop Shop.
Operating Hours: 7.30pm to 12mn daily
(Last Admission is at 11.00pm)
Adult Admission: S$ 22
Child Admission: S$ 11(3-12 years old)
Restaurants and retail shops open from 6:00pm daily
Tram Ride: Starts from 7.30pm
(Covering 3.2km, the tram ride takes about 45minutes)
Adult: S$ 10
Child: S$ 5 (3-12 years old)
Take a break from the hustle and bustle of the Singapore urban lifestyle, by visiting the Jurong BirdPark. It will amaze you with their variety, shapes and sizes of unique birds. You can choose to start your tour by boarding the modern, air-conditioned panorail system or explore on your own by taking an adventurous walk.
Everyday at noon there will be a simulated tropical thunderstorm at the Southeast Asian Birds Aviary which houses more than 100 species of birds. Another intresting place is The Riverine, which is a simulated natural freshwater river habitat features many series of ducks, fishes and turtles. This family oriented park can sure put a smile to everyone’s face, and enable them to bring home interesting facts of at least a kind of bird.
Opening hours of Park: 8.30am to 6pm daily
(Last ticket sale at 5.30pm)
Adult Admission: S$ 18
Child Admission: S$ 9 (3-12 years old)
Panorail Rides: 8.30am to 6pm
(Last train leaves from Main Station at 5.45pm)
Adult: S$ 5
Child: S$2.50 (3-12 years old)
No waves for you to ride in Singapore? Fret not because Sentosa’s Wave House is just the thing for you!
Starting its operations just recently, the Wave House houses the Double FlowRider and FlowBarrel.The FlowRider creates a safe, non-curling, endless wave that is endlessly fun to ride as riders can slide down, ride up the wave surface and perform carve turns. Kids on bodyboards will definitely love the FlowRider. The FlowBarrel has gallons of water curling over a surface that looks like a section of a skateboard park. Soak in the splash pool under the palm trees and enjoy the atmosphere. Grab a Mojito, put on your shades and just relax under the sun together with the rest of the hunks and babes!
Operating Hours: Sunday to Thursday - 11am to 11pm
Friday to Saturday - 11 am to 2am
FlowRider per hour: S$35
FlowBarrel per hour: S$45
Visit the Underwater World Singapore! A unique and well-known oceanarium showcasing 2500 marine life while providing fun, leisure and educational experiences.
You can bond with the pink dolphins at Underwater World’s Dolphin Lagoon. Watch them show off their tail-walking skills and watch your children squeal with delight in an up-close interaction at the ‘Meet the Dolphins’ session. The lucky ones might even get a friendly peck on the cheek from their new underwater playmates!
Opening Hours: Underwater World Singapore 9am to 9pm daily
(Last admission at 8.30pm)
Dolphin Lagoon 10.30am to 6pm daily
(Last admission at 5.30pm)
Admission Fee:Rates include single admission to Underwater World Singapore and Dolphin Lagoon.
Adult: S$22.90
Child 3-12 years old: S$14.60
Child below 3 years old: Free
Sentosa luge is a fun-filled ride suitable for all ages. With a unique steering and braking system, it allows you to make the ride as exciting as you want. Race against others and have the ride of your life!
The Skyride, otherwise known as ‘the chairlift’ ride back is also an eye opener. That is, if you are not afraid of heights. The Skyride will bring you on top of trees and let you have the best view of Sentosa.
Opening hours: 10am - 9.30pm daily
1 Luge & Skyride: $11 per person
Skyride only
One Way: $7 per person
Two Way: $11 per person
Here's a better way to get wet! Wild Wild Wet is an ideal place for a day’s outing as you can simply relax and spend some leisure hours during the summer days with your family and friends.
Consisting a wave pool, water rafting boats, hair-raising water slides, the amazing adventures to explore guarantee to exhilarate and leave you wanting more in a day out in the sun. This splendid water park features a host of exciting rides suitable for little ones, teens and adults, promising all types of fun and enjoyment to the visitors.
Opening hours of Park:
1am to 7pm (Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri)
10pm to 7pm (Sat, Sun, Gazetted School & Public Holidays)
Singapore Flyer standing at 165m is the world's largest observation wheel at 30 meters higher than the famed London Eye. During your 30-minute flight enjoy the charming view of Singapore and even parts of neighboring countries.
Be one of the 28 people in one of the 28 capsules as this is one experience you do not want to miss! Private capsules can be booked in advanced for special occasions with your loved ones. It is definitely worth a try and get ready to be mesmerized by the beauty of Singapore!
Operating Hour: 8.30am to 10.30pm
(Last Admission is at 10.15pm)
Adult Admission: S$ 29.50
Child Admission: S$ 20.65
Are you up for the thrill? Head on down to the G-MAX Reverse Bungee jump (Singapore’s first ever bungee) located near Clark Quay. This ride is guaranteed to make you scream your lungs out and will definitely leave you breathless!
The bungee is launched at 200km per hour where the strong gravitational force can be experienced in the latest G-max technology. So what are you waiting for?! Drag your buddies down to the bungee for a great experience today!
Operating Hours: Monday to Thursday – 1pm to 1am
Friday – 1pm to 3am
Saturday – 12noon to 3am
Sunday – 12noon to 1am
(During public holidays, Operation time will be extended to accommodate the crowd)
Leisure Destinations - Saturday, December 26, 2009 @ 6:37 PM
So with all the thrills, delicacies and fun, how can we forget about relaxing destination in singapore?!
Siloso Beach
This is the hippest beach in Singapore! It is a must visit desination if you are a volleyball enthusiast. It is the venue of many beach volleyball competitions as well as mega events like the Countdown 2010 beach party and Zouk Out 2009. There are activities for all ages ranging from canoeing, cycling, rollerblading to just lying on the beach to chill and sun tan.
Admission: Free Opening Hours: 24/7 Venue: Sentosa (take the sentosa express and alight at the Beach station) For more information, please visit: http://www.sentosa.com.sg/explore_sentosa/beaches/siloso_beach.html * Do take note that Sun Tanning Nude is against the law in Singapore.
Palawan Beach
Sentosa Island has 3 beaches, another one is the Palawan Beach. It is unique because it has a suspension bridge leading to the Southernmost Point of Continental Asia! It caters more to an outing destination for the whole family with kid's performances available on weekends, public and school holidays. Want to use the internet while chilling out on the beach? You can do it here at the Palawan Beach through wireless internet access to be connect to the world!
Want to relax on a beach without heading to sentosa? There is always East Coast Beach! Watch the beautiful sunrise and breathe in the fresh morning breeze at the largest park in Singapore. There is a large variety of activities to take part in at ECP. Some examples are water activities, barbequing, kite-flying, fishing, bowling, camping and of course dinning. Located along the beach, is a seafood paradise with more than 8 seafood restaurant. Do not miss out on the chili crabs!
Though Singapore is a modern city, there is still some remains of our Kumpongs (villages) available. Feeling adventurous? Head off to one of Singapore's island in a bumboat with wild boars, peacocks and other creatures roaming free! You will get to see Singapore in a different light. It is famous for its long stretch of biking trails, so if biking is a form of relaxation for you, pluck up your courage and head off there!
Top Shopping Places in Singapore - Wednesday, December 23, 2009 @ 12:00 AM
Suntec City Mall
Do you know which shopping centre is the largest in Singapore? It has to be Suntec City Mall!! Anchored by a world class convention centre and stretching a kilometre across five prestigious office towers, which looks like 5 fingers.
You can enjoy a spectacular dining ambience amidst cascading waters of the world’s largest fountain. The Fountain of Wealth entertains you with it's mesmerizing multimedia extravaganza. With fascinating experiences abound, Suntec City Mall is the perfect place for one to shop, dine and unwind and is a must-visit for all tourists.
Somerset 313 is the newest shopping centre in Singapore located on Orchard Road. With the wide retail mix of lifestyle, food and fashion shops and the promise of top notch customer service, this 8 story shopping mall will keep customers coming back. Among the 180 international and local stores are a four storey popular high-street Forever 21, Japan No. 1 most casual wear Uniqlo, and the Italian Marché that serves great Swiss food. The purplish, glamorous interior and exterior design of the mall creates a heavenly shopping ambience for all.
Situated within minutes of Sentosa and highly anticipated party central St James Power Station, VivoCity houses more than 300 retail, F&B and entertainment outlets over one million square feet of floor space. It even have rooftop play pools for people to enjoy the breeze while picnicking.
A host of all your favourite shops join anchor tenants offering exciting lifestyle and fashion options; VivoCity is home to the largest Golden Village (GV) multiplex in Singapore with 15 screens; hypermarket Dairy Farm will stock the most extensive range of groceries sourced from across the world, as well as a new natural food concept store.
Singapore’s largest and most exciting street shopping destination inclusive of 600 different concept shops offering attractive fashion, food and lifestyle products. It’s a shopping paradise where you are able to bargain to find the widest varieties and cheapest deals in a single location. Head up to the second and third levels for a air-conditioned shopping environment if the humidity bothers you in a street shopping atmosphere.
When all shops closes at night, but you still had not enough of shopping? Get down to Mustafa now. Mustafa is a well-known shopping centre located in Little India. The best part of Mustafa is that it is a shopping mall that never sleeps! A variety of things can be found in Mustafa. Home appliances, jewellery, supermarket and many more can all be found in Mustafa! You may also have a chance to grab some cheap deals there and shop all you want!
Operating Hours: 24 Hours
Location : 145 SyedAlwi Road, Singapore 207704
Tel: +65-62955855 For more information, please visit http://www.mustafa.com.sg/
ION Orchard
A brand new retail experience awaits you with more than 320 stores spread over eight floors, featuring new-to-market brands, unique store concepts, creative F&B offerings and integrated art programme to complement fashion, design and lifestyle as well as an exciting calendar of festivals and signature events.
Home to innovative retail concepts from some of the world’s top luxury, fashion and lifestyle brands, ION Orchard will deliver a holistic, multi-sensory lifestyle experience and a distinctive cocktail of style, design and art that will cater to everyone.
Operating Hours: 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM daily
Location : 2 Orchard Turn Singapore 238801
Tel: +65 6838 6520 For more information, please visit www.ionorchard.com
Top Nightlife in Singapore - Wednesday, December 16, 2009 @ 10:29 PM
Zouk
Zouk is the most happening nightclub in Singapore!! It has a large dancefloor and state-of-the-art sound and lighting, catering to a variety of artists. Its Mambo Jambo theme on wednesday nights are considered a must-go for a first-time clubber. It is highly popular among the younger segment of the clubbing crowd in Singapore, and a Mambo experience is often regarded as an initiation ritual for many beginners into the local clubbing scene.
Opening Hours: Wednesday, Friday and Saturday only (10pm till late) Entrance Fees (ZOUK) Female: S$23 Male: S$28
Location: 17 Jiak Kim StreetSingapore, 1694206738 2988 Minimum Age: 18 years For more information, please visit http://www.zoukclub.com/
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Ever tried partying in a powerstation?! St James Power Station is the premiere clubbing destination of the country that caters to different styles of music and dancing through its one central complex that houses 10 nightclubs each featuring its own unique atmosphere. Power House is targeted primarily at the young crowd featuring a low age entrance requirement. It is also the biggest club in St James Power Station with an amazing five storey high ceiling and is the wildest club in the entire complex!
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Operating Hours (Power House): Wednesday & Friday : 8pm to 4am Saturday : 9pm to 5am
Location : 3 Sentosa Gateway, Singapore (098544) Minimum Age (Power House): 18 years Dress Code : Smart casual * Each different night clubs has their own requirements, charges and operating hours. For more information, please visit http://www.stjamespowerstation.com/
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Home Club is where the Singaporean underground comes to life! An intimate surrounding and a venue dedicated to the exposure of new sounds to Singapore shores. Each event is designed and conceptualized from the music of the night to its visual surroundings, making each night a complete dance floor experience.
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Door Entry: $15 (with one standard drink) Getting there: 20 Upper Circular Road B1-01/06 The Riverwalk Singapore 058416 Tel: +65 6538 2928
The Butter Factory is ground-breaking disco and pub that allows you to party all night long with the crazy blend of hip hop, R&B, urban grooves, alternative vibes and street art. The Butter Factory offers popular and distinct culture, along with party music to boogie down which spread across two loud rooms. Determined to complete their mission, you can be assured to have tons of fun!
Location: 1 Fullerton Road #02-02/03/04 One Fullerton (049213) Telephone: 6333 8243 Opening hours: Wednesday – 10pm to 3am
Thursday – 9pm to 2am
Friday & Saturday– 10pm to 4am
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Admission fees Wednesday – Free Entry for ladies,
$28 for men (10pm – 1am).
After 1am, $15 for men (inclusive of 1 drink).
Thursday – $15 (inclusive of 1 standard drink)
Friday, Saturday and Eve of Public Holidays –Ladies $23 , Men $28 (inclusive of 2 standard drinks)
The Arena propelled itself into being the biggest R&B, Hip Hop Club in Singapore! It is situated at the prime entertainment spot in Singapore- Clarke Quay. It hosts international bands from US, UK, Australia and Asia, and being home to some of the finest DJ talents in Singapore. The Arena has rightfully earned its reputation as a world-class nightclubbing destination with the world’s most technologically advanced lighting, sound and pyrotechnic equipment.
The Arena’s Ladies Night (Wednesday) : $88 for a second bottle of Piper Champagne / 42Below Vodka & $99 for your 2nd bottle of Chivas Regal All Night Long: $50 for 2 house pour jugs Weekends Special (Fridays & Saturdays) : $99 for a 2nd bottle of Chivas Regal, Martell VSOP 7 Black Label.
Location: 3B River Valley Road#01-08 Clarke QuaySingapore 179021 Contact: Tel: (65) 6338 3158 For more information, visit : http://www.thearenalive.com.sg/index.html
Top high class dinning - Tuesday, December 8, 2009 @ 11:09 PM
Sky Dining @ Mount Faber
Have you ever thought of dinning in mid air? Sky Dining™ offers a privacy dining option and transforms an ordinary meal into a magical moment that will leave a lasting impression. Feast on gastronomical delights in a cable car above the sea. Be captivated by the setting sun and watch enthralled as the night unfolds a picturesque Singapore landscape. Tel: (+65) 6377 9688 For more information, please visit: http://www.mountfaber.com.sg/
No Signboard Seafood @ The Esplanade
You can never claimed you tried Singapore delights without eating Chili Crabs! No Signboard Seafood Restaurant is a must visit for crab and other seafood lovers. It serves a great variety of seafood, and game meats like infamous chili crabs and its deer meat. What makes the customer come back for more is the stylish layout, nice ambience and mouth watering white pepper crabs. So try it out! Telephone: +65 68423415 Opening hours: 12pm – 1am Location: 8 Raffles Avenue #01-14/16 The Esplanade For more information, please visit: http://nosignboardseafood.com/
Grand Shanghai
Grand Shanghai is a restaurant serving authentic Chinese delicacies. The place has an exquisite ambiance with its wonderful Chinese styled interiors illuminated with beautifully lit up Chinese lights. Famous for its mouth-watering cuisine, their magnificent Peking Duck, Roast Pork and the Dim Sum are a must try. While being served, you will be entertained with live performances by accomplished vocalist. So do come for the good food and be enchanted by the musicians. Operating hours: Lunch: Tuesday – Friday and Sunday from noon to 2.30pm Dinner: Tuesday – Sunday, from 6.20pm to 10.30pm Tel: (+65) 6836 6866 Location: Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel Singapore For more information, please visit: http://www.grandshanghai.com/
My Humble House @ The Esplanade
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Have you ever tried dinning in an artistic restaurant? My Humble House, serving Neo Classic Chinese Cuisine, is the restaurant that you have to try! It presents a traditional Chinese and artistic modern elements in the restaurant’s design creating an extremely fresh appeal, while maintaining a cosy and relaxed atmosphere which elevates ‘the art of dining’ beyond the realm of the exceptional.
If you are thinking of fancy restaurants to enjoy a meal full of Japanese gastronomy, well there is always Sushi Tei! A place for Japanese fine dining with its traditional ambience and restaurant settings. Originated in Singapore, the restaurant offers an assortment of scrumptious and creatively designed Japanese. The restaurant is the perfect place to experience the tradition of Japanese fine dining.
Tel: +65 6376 2221 Operating hours: 11.30am to 10pm daily. Last orders at 9.30pm.
Top Singapore Local Delights - Wednesday, November 25, 2009 @ 1:20 AM
Laksa
Another original yet, delicious local delight in Singapore you can’t miss is Laksa! Known as one of Singapore’s national dish, Katong laksa, a humble dish of rice noodles, shrimps, cockles, fish cake and chilli paste in thick coconut-based broth has won over many loyal fans including expatriates and visiting dignitaries.
Recommendation: 49 Katong Laksa
Laksa is easily one of my favourite type of food simply because it is spicy! I tend to savour each spoonful with a mixture of broth and noodles. You can ask for more cockles and prawns if you love them, and more chilli if you like it even spicier! Traditional laksa stalls serve their laksa with just a spoon, so take your time to enjoy it and eat with relish!
Location: East coast road, 49 Singapore Contact No : +65 6344 5101Opening Hour : 8am to 7.00pm Price: $3/bowl
Hokkien Mee
Fried noodles, also called “Hokkien Mee” locally, is served in many other Southeast Asia countries and cooked in many different kinds of styles. In Singapore, its is usually cooked with ingredients like egg, thick egg noodles, thick bee hoon, prawns, vegetable, chicken or pork slices, squid, fish cake slices. It is served best with freshly squeezed lime and blended Sambal Chilli.
Reccommendation: Ah Hock Fried Hokkien Mee(Ah Hock Fried Hokkien Mee is being loved for the intense prawn stock taste.) Address: 20 Kensington Park Road Stall #27 Chomp Chomp Food Centre Operating Hours: 5pm - 11pm Price: $3-6 /person
A plate of Hokkien Mee tastes the best when it is slightly wet. Squeeze the lime and mix the noodles with the sambal chilli to achieve even more heavenly taste.
Roti Prata
Prata for you? Roti Prata is a flat pancake that is cooked by heating over a flat grill plate. It is best served with curry and some Singaporeans have own preference of eating it with sugar or condensed milk. In Singapore, you can always find surprises in our food menu, which includes cheese and ice-cream prata.
Recommendation: Thasevi Roti Prata shop which is located at Jalan Kayu
Price: About $0.80 per plain prata. (Prices vary according to the different types of prata ordered) Operating Hours: 24 hours Location: 237-239 Jalan Kayu Singapore 799461
Another famous roti prata stall is situated along Thomson Road, close to Thomson Plaza. The Roti Prata House is a traditional indian coffeeshop serving close to 50 different varieties of pratas. The must try would be the Cheese and Mushroom Prata, Prata with Cheese and Honey and the Ice Cream Prata! If you have a bigger appetitite, you can also try its briyani and mee goreng! You can couple your meal with their ever famous Milo Dinosaur!
Bak Kut Teh
Want to have an excellent late-night supper, in Singaporean style? Simply ask any Chinese taxi driver on night shit where he goes for Bak Kut Teh!
Ba Kut Teh it is an authentic Singaporean dish created by the Hokkiens. Simple yet intensely flavourful, it consists of pork ribs and other cuts simmered slowly until tender, with herbs, pepper, garlic cloves and tasty seasonings. Essential accompaniments include white rice, Chinese fried dough fritters, and Chinese tea.
Recommendation : Founder Rou Gu Cha Cafeteria
Founder Rou Gu Cha Cafeteria provides the taste of traditional of Bak Kut Teh with the choice of having the entire rib rather than it being chopped up into smaller pieces. You should definitely visit this place if you're craving for good bak kut teh.
Operating Hours: 12.00pm - 2.30pm 6.00pm - 2.30am (Closed on Tuesdays) Tel: (+65) 6352 6192 Location: 347 Balestier Road - next to New Orchid Hotel Price : approx S$ 6-15 (depending on the number of side dishes)
Bak Kut Teh is easily one of Singaporeans' favoured dish. With boiling hot herbal and slightly pepperish soup and succulent pork ribs, your meal would be completed with just a simple bowl of plain rice. Or if you have an appetitie for side dishes, you can also try the salted vegetables and also a plate of 'tao kee'. Yum yum!
Chicken Rice
Hainanese Chicken Rice has turned into a national icon when immigrants from China’s Hainan Island brought this delicacy to Singapore many decades ago. It comprises of poached chicken served with fragrant rice cooked in chicken broth with ginger and garlic, accompanied by a zesty chilli-lime sauce, a pungent ginger puree, and thick black soy sauce. There are two choice of chicken, steam and roast.
Recommendation: Boon Tong Kee
One of the few places where you get both good chicken and good rice. The chicken, which is cooked more in the Cantonese than the Hainanese style, is tender and juicy while the rice is very fragrant. With its heavenly taste, you should never miss out on it! Two thumbs up!
Address : 425 River Valley Road, Tel: (65) 67363213 Price: $3 to $6. (dependant on the number of side dishes ordered)
Both steamed and roasted chicken, I must say, tastes equally good. The steamed chicken is usually smoother in texture while the roasted chicken has a crispier skin. To give an extra taste to your chicken, dip it in traditional chicken rice sauce or/and black soya sauce.
Rojak
Rojak, which means “wild mix” in Malay, is one of the many famous dishes in Singapore. It is an assortment of fresh fruits and vegetables, which may include pineapples, cucumbers, sweet turnip, water spinach, green apple, bean sprouts, water apple, green mango, guava, slivers of lime zest, and shredded ginger bud.
In Singapore, some other ingredients that are often added includes deep-fried soybean cakes, fried Chinese dough fritters and small pieces of cuttlefish. To top it all up, a generous sprinkle of finely chopped roasted peanuts is added together with a mixed dressing of seasoned fermented prawn paste, sugar, tamarind pulp, fresh lime juice and ground chilli.
Recommendation: Hoover Rojak
The killer prawn paste sauce is very thick and delicious. Crunchy jellyfish, bits of fragrant ginger flowers and succulent pieces of cucumbers, yam beans and pineapples also make the rojak here stand out.
Location: #01-641, Whampoa Hawker Centre, Block 90 Whampoa Drive. Price: $2-$5, depending on the amount of serving for the number of people.
Rojak, often eaten as an appetizer, can also sometime include dried cuttlefish. Depending on your personal preferences, you can ask for ingredients that you like and omit those that you don't. Or if you are a fan of doughsticks, you can request for a plate of rojak that only has doughtsticks. Sounds good?
Satay
Satay is a shish kebab style dish that is said to have originated from Indonesia and can be made from cubes of either beef, chicken or mutton on long wooden sticks and BBQ over the flaming charcoal. Its eaten with onions and cucumbers, and ketupat (rice cakes) and with a special Peanut Satay Sauce, It’s a rich, thick peanut sauce filled with the aroma of roasted peanuts with a zest of lemon sauce in it. . Recommendation: Lau Pa Sat
Location: A big food court located right in the heart of Singapore's Central Business District, not far from the Raffles Place MRT station. Price: $0.50 cents/ Satay stick, $1/ per ketupat (rice cakes).
Often eaten as an appetizer or as a dish to end off a meal, satay itself is not very filling. If you are an avid fan of satay, there are different kinds of meat including beef, chicken and mutton. Or if you want to eat more than just satay, you can also try the malay traditional 'ketupat'. The peanut sauce is a must to be eaten together with the satays and ketupats.
Fried Carrot Cake
The carrot cake is made by stir frying radish with eggs, diced garlic, spring onion and occasionally dried shrimp. There are 2 types of carrot cake, the black (with dark sauce) and the white one (plain). They are mostly topped with spring onions to enhance the fragrances and appeal of the dish.
Recommendation: Chomp Chomp Food Centre
Price: $2-$4 approximately Operating Hour: 5.30pm-12am, closed on alternate Tuesdays Location: 20 Kensington Park Road Singapore(557269)
The black carrot cake is usually sweeter due to its black sauce while the white carrot cake is not so sweet. Although a simple plate of meal, the carrot cake is also one of the hot favourites of dish in Singapore because of its fragrance and tastiness.
Nasi Lemak
Nasi Lemak is served in a banana leaf wrapping. Rice that’s been cooked in coconut milk, a small deep-fried fish, some fried anchovies, a slice of plain omelette, some fresh cucumber and the famous sambal (a paste made from chillies, dried shrimp and spices).
Originally a Malay dish, it is now prepared by the Chinese too, who added many accompanying ingredients, such as fried chicken wings, sausages and vegetables. Traditionally a breakfast meal, it is so well-loved that there are all-night restaurants in Singapore which specialise in serving nasi lemak for late dinners, suppers and wee-hours breakfasts!
Price Range: S$1 - S$5 Food Centre: Changi Village Hawker Centre Recommended For: Dinner & Supper
As mentioned above, the Nasi Lemak can help you get ready for a full day ahead or satisfy your cravings and hunger pangs in the wee hours! Delightful and delicious, it will leave you completely satisfied!
Durian
How can you miss out the King of fruits in Singapore- durians? Being the most exotic fruit of the Southeast, it is a must try for this local treat.
The best time to eat this is in the June-July period where the fruits come in biggest, freshest. Imagine that! Get past the smell and you will realize that the taste is a simple and acquired one. Let the bittersweet flavour and the creamy texture that seems to slide down your throat will be unforgettable.
Personal tips for good durians! - Go for the odd shaped ones, not those perfectly rounded ones - Shake the durian. You should be able to hear the seeds and fruits rattle inside, like ball bearings in a ball. If you don’t hear anything, “the flesh has not properly separated from the skin”. Means, not good. - Smell it. You should be able to smell the fragrance even before the fruit is cut.
Recommendation: Sims Avenue It is the place with the largest concentration of durian stalls. Price: $15 and $20 per kilo
Heavenly to some, durians are appreciated by most people in Singapore. However, some may not like the pungent smell of it. The flesh of good durians are soft and smooth. If you are dying to satisfy your sudden cravings, be sure to visit the one at Sims Avenue!
Top must go Attractions in Singapore! - Thursday, November 12, 2009 @ 5:44 PM
The Singapore Zoological Gardens
Have you ever seen the man-eating white tigers in Singapore? It can be found in our open concept zoo! You will also get the chance to enjoy a healthy breakfast with the orangutans. Don't miss the opportunity to photograph and interact with them as they swing and climb in their naturalistic enclosure. Take a tram ride around the Open Zoo, to view landscaped gardens and many endangered animals.
Opening Hours: 8.30am to 6pm daily
(Last Admission at 5.30pm)
Adult Admission: S$ 18
Child Admission: S$ 9 (3-12 years old)
Tram Rides: 8.30am to 6pm
(Each ticket allows unlimited rides within the park)
Adult: S$ 5Child: S$2.50 (3-12 years old)
As the sun sets, a different world comes to life. At the Night Safari, you can look a rhinoceros in the eye, hear the howls of a pack of striped hyenas or watch giraffes glide serenely across the plain in the still of the night. Strike out on your own along the walking trail or relax in a tram ride - whichever you choose, Night Safari is a wild adventure not to be missed. You can also experience the dining on the move with the Cocktail Safari Express and Gourmet Safari Express. Not forgetting our favourite snacks at Z'Bar and Ben & Jerry's Scoop Shop.
Operating Hours: 7.30pm to 12mn daily
(Last Admission is at 11.00pm)
Adult Admission: S$ 22
Child Admission: S$ 11(3-12 years old)
Restaurants and retail shops open from 6:00pm daily
Tram Ride: Starts from 7.30pm
(Covering 3.2km, the tram ride takes about 45minutes)
Adult: S$ 10
Child: S$ 5 (3-12 years old)
Take a break from the hustle and bustle of the Singapore urban lifestyle, by visiting the Jurong BirdPark. It will amaze you with their variety, shapes and sizes of unique birds. You can choose to start your tour by boarding the modern, air-conditioned panorail system or explore on your own by taking an adventurous walk.
Everyday at noon there will be a simulated tropical thunderstorm at the Southeast Asian Birds Aviary which houses more than 100 species of birds. Another intresting place is The Riverine, which is a simulated natural freshwater river habitat features many series of ducks, fishes and turtles. This family oriented park can sure put a smile to everyone’s face, and enable them to bring home interesting facts of at least a kind of bird.
Opening hours of Park: 8.30am to 6pm daily
(Last ticket sale at 5.30pm)
Adult Admission: S$ 18
Child Admission: S$ 9 (3-12 years old)
Panorail Rides: 8.30am to 6pm
(Last train leaves from Main Station at 5.45pm)
Adult: S$ 5
Child: S$2.50 (3-12 years old)
No waves for you to ride in Singapore? Fret not because Sentosa’s Wave House is just the thing for you!
Starting its operations just recently, the Wave House houses the Double FlowRider and FlowBarrel.The FlowRider creates a safe, non-curling, endless wave that is endlessly fun to ride as riders can slide down, ride up the wave surface and perform carve turns. Kids on bodyboards will definitely love the FlowRider. The FlowBarrel has gallons of water curling over a surface that looks like a section of a skateboard park. Soak in the splash pool under the palm trees and enjoy the atmosphere. Grab a Mojito, put on your shades and just relax under the sun together with the rest of the hunks and babes!
Operating Hours: Sunday to Thursday - 11am to 11pm
Friday to Saturday - 11 am to 2am
FlowRider per hour: S$35
FlowBarrel per hour: S$45
Visit the Underwater World Singapore! A unique and well-known oceanarium showcasing 2500 marine life while providing fun, leisure and educational experiences.
You can bond with the pink dolphins at Underwater World’s Dolphin Lagoon. Watch them show off their tail-walking skills and watch your children squeal with delight in an up-close interaction at the ‘Meet the Dolphins’ session. The lucky ones might even get a friendly peck on the cheek from their new underwater playmates!
Opening Hours: Underwater World Singapore 9am to 9pm daily
(Last admission at 8.30pm)
Dolphin Lagoon 10.30am to 6pm daily
(Last admission at 5.30pm)
Admission Fee:Rates include single admission to Underwater World Singapore and Dolphin Lagoon.
Adult: S$22.90
Child 3-12 years old: S$14.60
Child below 3 years old: Free
Sentosa luge is a fun-filled ride suitable for all ages. With a unique steering and braking system, it allows you to make the ride as exciting as you want. Race against others and have the ride of your life!
The Skyride, otherwise known as ‘the chairlift’ ride back is also an eye opener. That is, if you are not afraid of heights. The Skyride will bring you on top of trees and let you have the best view of Sentosa.
Opening hours: 10am - 9.30pm daily
1 Luge & Skyride: $11 per person
Skyride only
One Way: $7 per person
Two Way: $11 per person
Here's a better way to get wet! Wild Wild Wet is an ideal place for a day’s outing as you can simply relax and spend some leisure hours during the summer days with your family and friends.
Consisting a wave pool, water rafting boats, hair-raising water slides, the amazing adventures to explore guarantee to exhilarate and leave you wanting more in a day out in the sun. This splendid water park features a host of exciting rides suitable for little ones, teens and adults, promising all types of fun and enjoyment to the visitors.
Opening hours of Park:
1am to 7pm (Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri)
10pm to 7pm (Sat, Sun, Gazetted School & Public Holidays)
Singapore Flyer standing at 165m is the world's largest observation wheel at 30 meters higher than the famed London Eye. During your 30-minute flight enjoy the charming view of Singapore and even parts of neighboring countries.
Be one of the 28 people in one of the 28 capsules as this is one experience you do not want to miss! Private capsules can be booked in advanced for special occasions with your loved ones. It is definitely worth a try and get ready to be mesmerized by the beauty of Singapore!
Operating Hour: 8.30am to 10.30pm
(Last Admission is at 10.15pm)
Adult Admission: S$ 29.50
Child Admission: S$ 20.65
Are you up for the thrill? Head on down to the G-MAX Reverse Bungee jump (Singapore’s first ever bungee) located near Clark Quay. This ride is guaranteed to make you scream your lungs out and will definitely leave you breathless!
The bungee is launched at 200km per hour where the strong gravitational force can be experienced in the latest G-max technology. So what are you waiting for?! Drag your buddies down to the bungee for a great experience today!
Operating Hours: Monday to Thursday – 1pm to 1am
Friday – 1pm to 3am
Saturday – 12noon to 3am
Sunday – 12noon to 1am
(During public holidays, Operation time will be extended to accommodate the crowd)
We are a team of Temasek Polytechnic Year 1 students from Hospitality & Tourism Management Course, Business school. The creation of this blog is part of our project, to publicise the Recreation & Leisure sector of Singapore. All information are accurate at the point of time when posted.
