SINGAPORE DISCOVERY CENTRE REOPENS

Designed by Ralph Appelbaum Associates (RAA), the world's largest interpretive museum design firm behind famous institutions such as the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum and Smithsonian Institute in Washington DC. This $25 million state-of-the art 'Uniquely Singapore' attraction that celebrates the Singapore Experience is now open after 1.5 years of redevelopment.

The new Singapore Discovery Centre (SDC) aims to provide the macro view of the Singapore Story and identity, with a focus on the challenging issues that continue to shape us as a nation.

With the re-opening of SDC, Singapore will have a world-class attraction that uses interactive and multi-sensory exhibits to tell the Singapore story. Spanning a total floor area of 4,500 square metres, the Centre consists of 5 main galleries around 8 different themes. Guests will be able to immerse themselves in Singapore's past, present and future, travelling though time to essential moments in our nationhood and experiencing them "as they happen"

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With its quintessential mix of cool culture, chilled cocktails, club choral, and a cosmopolitan ambience, this great bar is what you have been waiting for. That's not all, here you will find Singapore's largest collection of renowned luxe vodkas that will leave you ecstatic.

Located at The Arts House - a prominent heritage landmark along the scenic Singapore River - Q Bar Singapore is a unique blend of historical beauty and cutting-edge design. A funky acrylic chandelier in the DJ Lounge adds a surreal touch, while plush surrounds and rich colours depict sexy, fun and adventurous.

Every month, expect surprises, as regional and international guest DJs and talents will grace the decks and bless the dance floor. The excitement keeps on coming and the adrenaline never stops. In addition, a percentage of the bar's monthly profit will go towards the Arts Fund, in support of the local performing arts. So, order that extra drink when you are there.

Singapore's very own luxury terminal is now opened. As part of the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore's (CAAS) efforts to provide the widest range of services, from budget to the ultra exclusive, Changi Airport has opened Asia's first 'stand-alone' luxury terminal offering five-star facilities and services to the jet-set class. It aims to create a different experience for travellers known in the aviation business as a Commercially Important Person (CIP) before he even boards the flight.

In line with its aspiration to transform into a Rainforest Zoo, the Singapore Zoo has completed its Rainforest Walk; a trail aimed to offer visitors the vicarious experience of the wonders of nature.

Rainforest Walk is a beautifully landscaped path featuring diverse tropical flora that starts at the park's entrance. The cascading sound of a 3-metre high waterfall and a meandering stream offers an alternative route through a gravel path to Gibbon Island. Above the waterfall, a group of free ranging orang utans resides. Some of the other residents at Rainforest Walk are the free-ranging cotton-top tamarins, an endangered primate species, and birds like the Papuan wreathed hornbill.

Located in the heart of the HarbourFront ground, VivoCity brings together the very best in shopping, dining and entertainment under one roof.

Inspired by the natural surroundings of the harbour front, award-winning Japanese architect, Toyo Ito, created a light, fluid, relaxed ambience around VivoCity. Skylights bring the city and nature together - while the flowing surface configuration leads you intuitively from one experience to another.

This vibrant, colourful playground with its repertoire of activities is truly the ultimate oasis for everyone. It is home to Singapore's largest and most luxurious multiplex cinema that offer film buffs an incredible entertainment experience. For the shopping specialist and food connoisseur, an abundance of dining, lifestyle and fashion options awaits you...but be prepared for a good workout because you have lots of walking to do. (PS. no kidding, we are talking about an area bigger than 24 football fields).

Phase 1 of the refurbishment work is currently in progress and will be completed by end January 2007. As this is only a minor upgrading work, the hotel would like to assure all business partners that there will be no noise pollution and great care has been taken to ensure minimal inconvenience to your guests.

Warm and inviting, the Premier Deluxe rooms emanate a sense of classic elegance. Exuding the lingering charm of modern luxury, the rooms are designed to pamper. From the pleasant colour scheme of subtle hues to the luxuriously comfortable bed and raindrop shower, this unobtrusive sanctuary bears the mark of untainted, sophisticated beauty.

The National University of Singapore partners the Nobel Museum to bring you the world-renowned 'Cultures of Creativity - the Centennial Exhibition of the Nobel Prize'. This Exhibition was launched in 2001 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the first Nobel Prize award ceremony.

There are two versions of this exhibition: a permanent exhibition at the Nobel Museum in Stockholm, Sweden and an international traveling exhibition. The contents of this Centennial exhibition reflect the history of the Nobel Prize, while focusing on the concept of creativity. Singapore is the 12th city to host this travelling exhibition, which has been a great success, attracting more than 1.8 million visitors worldwide.

It's brighter, it's longer and it's the talk of the town! Of course we are referring to Singapore's annual tradition ~ Christmas Light Up.

Once again with our very own creative whiz kid Dick Lee at the helm of its design, the streets of Singapore promises to be even bigger and more spectacular than ever. Every year, this 23-year-old tradition has lured not only locals but also visitors from around the world to trot along the streets of Singapore and bedazzled by the display of vibrant and colourful lights.

As a result of the resounding success of last year's tournament, the U.S. Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) have decided to officially sanction the event this year, adding prestige and stature to the event. With the sanction, only the top players from the LPGA will have a chance to represent their respective teams. The Lexus Cup will also serve as the season-ending event on the LPGA Tour calendar, providing a story book finish for some of the top female golfers in the world.

After four decades, Singapore's unswerving and concerted greening efforts have finally paid off. Not only did we earned ourselves a hard-won reputation as the premier Garden City of the Tropics, we will have the honour to host the first international garden and flower show on the equator.

The inaugural Singapore Garden Festival (SGF) is unique, as it is the first in the world to showcase creations by international award-wining landscape and garden designers, specially invited to work the Festival to work alongside local horticultural talents.

Designed in a blend of modern contemporary and traditional concept, decorated with Korean and Japanese arts that give the truly and warm oriental hospitality ambience.

EASTO offers authentic Korean and Japanese cuisine, serving both buffet style and ala-carte menu. It is set tantalise your palate and gives you a truly gastronomical experience.

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