LET
US MEET!
ITB ASIA
22 - 24 Oct 2008
Venue: Suntec Singapore
PUBLIC
HOLIDAYS
2008
01 Oct - Hari Raya Puasa
27 Oct - Deepavali
08 Dec - Hari Raya Haji
25 Dec - Christmas
01 Jan 2009 - New Year
SCHOOL
HOLIDAYS
2008
30 Aug
to 07 Sep
15 Nov to 31 Dec
USEFUL
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2008 FORMULA 1™ SINGTEL SINGAPORE GRAND PRIX
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Already billed as one of the most dramatic and atmospheric races on the calendar, the 2008 FORMULA 1™ SingTel Singapore Grand Prix will debut on an exhilarating street circuit in the very heart of downtown Singapore. The event has already confirmed its place in the history books as FORMULA ONE™’s first race to be held night and its first street race in Asia.
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The 5.067km long street circuit offers multiple overtaking opportunities and challenging turns as the drivers tackle the circuit in speeds in excess of 300kph. Located at Marina Bay, the circuit is just minutes from exclusive 5-star hotels, a vibrant food and entertainment scene, a fast and efficient underground transit system and the Central Business District.
Date: 26 - 28 Sep
Venue: Marina Bay Street Circuit
Hotel accommodation please email: int-ops@siamexpress.com.sg
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SINGAPORE FLYER
Singapore Flyer offers you breathtaking, 360° panoramic views of Singapore and beyond.
Located at Marina Bay, it sits astride a three-storey Retail Terminal with an exciting array of retail and F&B choices. A central atrium opens out to a lush tropical rainforest, while an open-air theatre hosts live performances. Adding to the buzz of sights, sounds and activities will be a 210-metre long waterfront dining promenade. |
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Standing at a stunning 165 metres, you will be able to experience remarkable scenes of the Singapore skyline: the magnificent Marina Bay, towering skyscrapers, tropical greenery, and the bright lights and non-stop action against the beautiful skies.
Opening Hours
Opens daily from 8:30am to 10:30pm
Approximate thrilling time
30 minutes
Location
30 Raffles Avenue Singapore 039803
For enquire please email: int-ops@siamexpress.com.sg
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Tiger LIVE
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TigerLIVE is a state-of-the-art, multi-sensory brand experience centre that takes visitors on a tour through Singapore’s vibrant history. Focusing on the rich heritage of one of Singapore’s most internationally recognised brands, TigerLIVE traces the growth of Tiger from its early beginnings in the 1930s, through the difficult years of the Second World War and to modern times with its emergence as a world acclaimed local brand and winner of numerous international awards.
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TigerLIVE features a sequence of six specially-created experiences designed to keep visitors enthralled on an interactive educational tour lasting around 45 minutes. Among the attractions are a dramatic look back at the very beginnings of beer brewing, a journey through significant milestones in Singapore’s history (set against the nostalgic backdrop of Asia Pacific Breweries’ old Alexandra brewery), a spectacular 4D animation show detailing the process by which beer is brewed and a hands-on bar experience where visitors learn the fine art of tapping and serving a perfectly chilled glass of Tiger beer.
Occupying over 14,000 square feet, TigerLIVE is the only daytime attraction in Singapore’s largest entertainment complex, St James Power Station.
Opening Hours
Opens daily from 11:00am to 8:00pm, with the last admission at 6:30pm.
Approximate tour time
45 minutes
Location
St James Power Station, 3 Sentosa Gateway, #01-02 Singapore 098544
For enquire please email: int-ops@siamexpress.com.sg
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CROWNE PLAZA CHANGI AIRPORT
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Crowne Plaza Changi Airport is the first global brand name hotel located within the immediate vicinity of Singapore Changi Airport.
With direct acess to the airport's new Terminal 3, it is less an airport hotel than a superbly comfortable and stylish hotel in an extremely convenient location 'where the world meets Singapore'. Encapsulating elements of both city and resort hotel, Crowne Plaza Changi Airport is hi-tech with sleek modern lines, yet connects with nature allowing guests to take advantage of the balmy tropics and enjoy that hideaway resort feel |
LINK HOTEL SINGAPORE
| Since it opened in 2007, the Link Hotel is Singapore's largest boutique hotel. Its location in the heartland district of Tiong Bahru area also gives it a special air of being in an oasis of heritage amid a modern city. It was also the first conversion of a public housing project, built in the 1950s, into a commercial hotel. |
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HOTEL RE
A theme hotel experience that transports you from the relentless hustle and bustle of today into the creative and sensual 60s and 70s.
Step into and find yourself mesmerized by retro design elements, iconic pop culture and the exciting colours of that era invading the living spaces within the Hotel.
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MERITUS MANDARIN
The Grand Tower Lobby will be closed permanently from 1 Oct 2008 as part of the renovation works for the upcoming Mandarin Gallery. Guest check-in will be located to brand new lobby at the South Tower instead. Breakfast will be served at Chatterbox (Level 38/39,Grand Tower) and the Mandarin ballroom (Level 6, South Tower)
Other areas which will be closed include swimming pool, the F&B outlets-Meze Bar, Triple 3 and the function rooms- Mandarin Court and Belvedere.
RENDEZVOUS HOTEL SINGAPORE
Starting from 1 August 2008 to 21 Sept 2008 there will be some essential upgrading works at Straits café @Rendezvous on the lobby level of the hotel.
The upgrading exercise will be carried out Monday to Friday from 10am to 6pm and Sat from 10am to 4pm. Meanwhile, the Strait café@ Rendezvous will be relocated to the Merevale 1 ballroom located at level 3 at the vicinity block of the hotel where guest can continue to enjoy their meals.
RIVER VIEW HOTEL SINGAPORE
The hotel lobby will be closed for upgrading works, meanwhile guests can visit the River garden Coffee House that serves a wide range of beverages and snacks round the clock.
The River Palace Chinese Restaurant on the 2nd level has been schedule for a facelift at the end of July. However, guests can still enjoy Sichuan/Chinese cuisine in the function rooms at level 2.
The expected completion date for both lobby lounge and River Palace Chinese Restaurant will be in late August 2008.
THE SENTOSA RESORT AND SPA
The Pavilion will be undergoing a refurbishment from 30 September 2008 till mid November 2008.
For drinks and cocktails, please visit The Terrace where have an alfresco glass-roofed section with panoramic views of the South China Sea.
THE FULLERTON HOTEL
The hotel outdoor swimming pool will be undergoing maintenance work from Monday to Wednesday, 8 to 10 September 2008. During this period, swimming pool will be closed.
LE MERIDIEN SINGAPORE WILL BE REBRANDED TO
CONCORDE HOTEL SINGAPORE
Le Meridien Singapore will be rebranded to Concorde Hotel Singapore, effect from 1st Oct 2008. The official website of the hotel : www.concordehotel.com.sg
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| LEISURE |
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| Event Dates : |
20th Sep 2008 to
5th Oct 2008 |
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Held in conjunction with the 2008 FORMULA 1™ SingTel Singapore Grand Prix, the Singapore GP Season offers a multitude of exciting activities for visitors to Singapore during this period. From world-class events like the Singapore Biennale (11 Sep – 16 Nov 2008) and Singapore River Festival (19 – 28 Sep 2008) to shopping and dining events, Singapore revvs up into full gear. Fashionistas can indulge at the Bulgari Watch Exhibition 2008 (18 – 28 Sep 2008) and Tag HEUER “Racing Legends of Our Time” Exhibition (19 – 29 Sep 2008), before painting the evening blazing red at the STYLO Fashion Grand Prix, Singapore (26 Sep 2008). Even if you are not a race fan, there are a plethora of activities to fill your days in Singapore – come enjoy special retail and F&B promotions during this period. Check all of these out – and much, much more, in Singapore.
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HARI RAYA AIDILFITRI CELEBRATIONS
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24th Aug 2008 to
12th Oct 2008 |
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Hari Raya Aidilfitri falls on 1 October. As the local Muslim community prepares for the end of Ramadan, a month of abstinence, contemplation and worship, the best places to be at to experience the festivities are Kampong Glam and Geylang Serai.
Stroll down streets aglow with shimmering lights and decorations and buy traditional food, fashion, textiles, handicrafts and more at the bazaars.
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PUCCINI'S TURANDOT
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29th Aug 2008 to
3rd Sep 2008 |
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Set in the Forbidden City of Beijing, Puccini's final masterpiece tells the compelling story of the beautiful yet ruthless princess whose suitors must answer three riddles or perish. When a daring young prince resolves to win her, he unleashes a gripping test of sacrifice, loyalty and love. Be enchanted by Puccini's memorable and glorious melodies and the famous aria Nessum Dorma. Sung in Italian with English and Chinese surtitles, this Singapore premiere will be performed by an international cast, the SLO Chorus and Children's Choir and the Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by Maestro Tsung Yeh.
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CHINATOWN MID AUTUMN FESTIVAL 2008 STREET LIGHT-UP
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31st Aug 2008 to
30th Sep 2008 |
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Mid-Autumn Festival is celebrated on the fifteenth day of the eighth lunar month among Chinese communities worldwide. This auspicious occasion is a time of gathering and reunion for families and friends, many whom come together to enjoy mooncakes, Chinese tea and appreciate the moon at it fullest. In Singapore, friends of all races join in the celebration, making it truly a uniquely Singapore experience. Be thrilled by the amazing display of themed lanterns and shimmering festive lights that adorn the streets of Chinatown and celebrate this Festival the traditional way.
One can expect colourful and elaborate street light-up along the main and side streets of Chinatown, festive street stalls, nightly cultural stage shows at Kreta Ayer square and many more.
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"ULTIMATE MAGIC" - SINGAPORE'S FIRST PERMANENT ILLUSION SHOW AT THE ARENA IN CLARKE QUAY
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1st Sep 2008 to
31st Dec 2008 |
For booking enquire:
int-ops@siamexpress.com.sg |
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“J C Sum and ‘Magic Babe’ Ning are the hottest duo in town. With good looks and sexy moves, their magic and illusion wow the mind and thrill the heart.” - AsiaOne
“Singapore’s Most Fabulous Magic Duo” - FHM Singapore
Singapore’s premier illusionists J C Sum and ‘Magic Babe’ Ning currently star in their own show at mega club, The Arena; located in Clarke Quay, the top entertainment district in Singapore.
The million-dollar contract will have J C Sum and Ning performing their illusion show for 16 months, from
1 September 2008 – 31 December 2009. The show will run 6 days a week from Monday to Saturday with show times at 5.00pm & 7.00pm.
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A THREE-IN-ONE EVENT DEAL FOR ITB ASIA
Delegates to ITB Asia can now learn more with the three-in-one event deal.
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The inaugural ITB Asia, taking place from 22 to 24 October 2008 in Singapore, has signed partnerships with three specialist travel trade events that will give delegates the chance to attend all four events in just one trip to Singapore.
Within four days, in the same location at Suntec Singapore, delegates can attend a travel distribution, marketing and technology event, a corporate travel event, a MICE event, and a general travel trade show and convention:
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• The main event is ITB Asia which will take place from 22 to 24 October 2008
• The ITB Asia Convention, where the latest travel industry issues and trends are discussed, takes place on the mornings of 23 and 24 October 2008.
• The Web in Travel (WIT) event will take place on 21 and 22 October 2008.
• The Association of Corporate Travel Executives (ACTE) has organised two morning sessions on 23 and 24 October 2008
• Meeting Professionals International's (MPI) inaugural Asian Meetings and Events Conference will take place on 23 and 24 October 2008.
Siam Express is participating at ITB Asia, for appointment please contact sales@siamexpress.com.sg. We look forward
to welcoming you.
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| CONTACT
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For
any further information, please contact email: sales@siamexpress.com.sg
Jaclyn Yeoh - Managing Director
Henry Ng - Director Of Business Development
Annie Tai - Business Development Manager
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August - October 2008
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