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LET
US MEET!
2006 WTM LONDON
(06-09 NOV 2006)
PUBLIC
HOLIDAYS
SINGAPORE
09 Aug - National Day
21 Oct - Deepavali
Day
24 Oct -
Hari Raya Puasa
MALAYSIA
31 Aug - National Day
21 Oct - Deepavali Day
24 & 25 Oct -
Hari Raya Puasa
SCHOOL
HOLIDAYS
SINGAPORE
02 to 10 Sep
MALAYSIA
19 to 27 Aug
USEFUL
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NEW PRODUCT
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It's
NEW, It's HOT and
It's the product you would definitely
want to get your hands on!
We
are pleased to present to you our exclusive
Singapore
& Malaysia Travel Ala-Carte
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What
is Travel Ala-Carte?
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Perfect
solution to a hassle free travel within and beyond
Singapore!
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Travel
Ala-carte was conceived with the discerning, intrepid,
unconventional and avant-garde travellers in mind. Unlike
your usual travel programmes, this cutting-edge innovation
is the key to discover totally unexpected and unique
ways to have fun in not one but two cities, Singapore
and Malaysia.
Why
Travel Ala-Carte?
Whether on business or leisure, Travel Ala-carte gives
you the flexibility and freedom to create your own travelling
experience.
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An ideal and fun way to explore Singapore and Malaysia
without preset itineraries.
- No
maps and no worries about directions, particularly
if you are a first time visitor.
- No
waiting and queuing for taxis (especially during rainy
days).
- What
better way to impress your business partners or clients
when you need to transfer them around Singapore or
Malaysia?
- Allows
you to travel in comfort and security around the city
with the luxury of your own skilled driver guide.
Better
yet, you get to choose where you would like to be pick-up
or drop-off at any points within the two cities.
Most
importantly, the experience you gained from this programme
is astounding as you get to uncover the little streets
or 'secrets' of Singapore and Malaysia that is unknown
to most tourists. Remember the real fun lies in wandering
randomly, seeing, shopping and eating your way through
the cities.
Our
Rule: You decide whatever you desire!
Our Goal: Helping you make great memories!
For
more information, please contact us at sales@siamexpress.com.sg
GLOBAL
ENTREPOLIS @ SINGAPORE
We're
pleased to announce that Siam Express has been appointed
The Official Travel Agent (OTA) for Global Entrepolis
@ Singapore, 30th October to 02nd November 2006.
What
is Global Entrepolis @ Singapore?
An international marketplace for the exchange of funds,
enterprise, innovation and technology
- Where
over 14,000 of the best and most enterprising from
the international business community will converge
- Where
companies big and small, foreign and local, interact
and transact
- Where
chief executives, venture capitalists and entrepreneurs
work synergistically to explore and exploit ideas,
innovations and networks to thrive, expand and grow.
A
one big event where opportunities abound - for partners,
new markets, ideas and funding to grow business. This
is where it all happens!
For
more information, please visit www.globalentrepolis.com
OR email
Janet Chee : janetchee@siamexpress.com.sg
Carol Tan : caroltan@siamexpress.com.sg
ABOUT
GLOBAL
ENTREPOLIS @ SINGAPORE
Please
click here for details.
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| WHAT'S
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BOLD
& IMAGINATIVE ~ THE BUTTER FACTORY
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Check
this out! It has 1,220 sq.m floor space divided into
a main dance hall and a chill-out Art Bar that plays
a mixture of indie, electro and house music.
The
interior d¨¦cor is out of this world. The
dance floor is designed to look like a swimming pool
with intricate details like a diving board, steel railings
and mosaic tiles to resemble water. Looking like a scene
out of Alice in Wonderland, the walls are engulfed by
character-based illustrations while cut-outs hanging
from ceilings make the area an artistic playground inspired
by the popular works of illustrator James Jarvis. In
actuality, the club is part of a 'Design Warriors' project
and provides its space as an art gallery for local and
foreign graphic designers, artists, illustrators and
cartoonists.
Still
don't get it. Well, this recently opened medium sized
club is the ultimate chic haunt for all hip- hop fans.
It promises an expansive range of hip-hop sounds, from
classic to chart toppers to sexy R&B grooves. To
all the hip-hoppers out there, this club is dedicated
to you!
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CHILL-OUT @ SUBA
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Stepping
into this little bar that is tucked away in a corner
of Millenia Walk is like visiting the home of a well-to-do
acquaintance. Chocolate-coloured walls with fleur-de-lis
style wallpaper and black chandeliers hanging down from
the ceiling create a sense of luxury, a complement to
comfortable settees.
Don't
forget to check out the imported German lounges and
day beds set up just outside the bar facing the waterfall.
On balmy nights, private tete-a-tetes are ideal as soul,
funk and disco beats spill out from the bar entrance.
And if you are an avid beer drinker be ready to be wowed
by its stunning selection of iconic and popular beers
on tap, from Fosters to Tsing Tao.
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GIRAFFE in THE CITY
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Located
right in the middle of the lovely Istana Park, this
modish split-level restaurant is an architectural delight
of glass, dark wood furniture and casual-chic decor
touches. It is touted as Singapore's first global dining
concept restaurant.
A
private dining room and the bar, which serves champagne,
house-pours, draught beers and cocktails that can be
personally customised for patrons, occupy the first
level. The second level is the dining area. This 200-seater
restaurant is a choice venue for just about any occasion.
Patrons are mostly business and yuppie types, expatriates
and tourists enjoying a business lunch, after-dinner
drinks or a date.
Giraffe
is christened after the concept of being out in the
open, like a giraffe roaming the savannas. To that end
are separate alfresco dining sections and a small outdoor
garden where you can sip on a cocktail while soaking
in the views.
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| HOTEL
HIGHLIGHTS |
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MERITUS
MANDARIN SINGAPORE
Please
be informed that from 15 to 20 September 2006, the hotel is
completely closed-out due to the International Monetary Fund
(IMF) Conference. During this period, the hotel regrets that
they are unable to accept any guestroom reservations.
At this
moment, hotel is able to accept guestroom booking for pre
or post conference, subject to the following conditions:
- Arrival
before 15 September 2006
(1) Check-out must be on 15 September by 1200 hours.
(2) Extension of stay is strictly not allowed.
- Arrival
on 21 September 2006
(1) Check-in must be on 21 September after 1400 hours.
However, please note that confirmation of booking request
is subject to availability at the time of booking.
The hotel
would like to apologise for any inconvenience caused and thank
all business partners for your kind understanding.
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| HOTEL
UPGRADING |
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ROYAL
PLAZA ON SCOTT
A fresh
feel, a contemporary look & timeless elegance¡these
are some of the qualities you can look forward to as they
embarked on an extensive renovation plan. Also in the pipeline
for a makeover is its cafe, which will reopen with a new concept.
In order
to expedite work progress and likewise avoid any inconvenience
to guests, the hotel will be completely closed from 25
September 2006 to 15 January 2007 (subject to change).
As such, hotel has requested all business partners to stop
sell until further notice.
SHANGRI-LA
RASA SENTOSA
In their
continued effort to enhance the facilities of their resort,
Rasa Sentosa will embark on a complete revamp on their existing
Sharkey's Seafood restaurant from September 2006.
This refurbishment
exercise will be conducted daily from 0900 to 1800 hours.
As construction works is carried out in the restaurant near
the waterfront area, drilling and noise disturbances will
be kept to the minimum. The current Sharkey's will be temporarily
relocated at 'The View' area next to Silver Shell Cafe¦
(level three).
CROWN
HOTEL @ ORCHARD
Crown
Hotel has announced that they will be undergoing refurbishment
works on their guestrooms, passageway, lift lobby and main
lobby from 16 July to 31 August 2006.
The hotel
would like to assure all guests that there are no major constructions
that will involve heavy hacking, drilling. Nevertheless, the
hotel will strive to minimise disturbance and inconvenience
to the guests.
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| SINGAPORE
CALENDER OF EVENTS |
| LEISURE |
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05
August 2006
HEINEKEN MUSIC PRESENTS
DJ SHADOW
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most anticipated music event of 2006 is about to hit Singapore's
shores as Heineken Music presents DJ Shadow for the first
time ever in Singapore.
This
hip-hop maestro, who brings elements of funk, rock,
hip-hop, ambient, jazz and soul to his performances
worldwide, has been credited with the development of
experimental instrumental hip-hop.
Don't
miss this fabulous opportunity to catch DJ Shadow live
on Saturday 5 August for one night only.
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17
August 2006
INXS ~ THE SWITCHED ON TOUR
2006
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In
the 1980's INXS were hailed as one of the top three
bands in the world along with U2 and Guns N' Roses.
Now following the unprecedented success of their hit
TV Show (ROCK STAR: INXS), the band has been revitalized
in what critics are calling the greatest comeback in
Rock & Roll history.
Despite
all the controversy that the band has gone through,
the members are showing the world that they can still
"rock on".
With
a new frontman, JD Fortune (chosen among thousands
of hopefuls in an intense competition to replace the
late great Michael Hutchence), INXS is all ready
to go and will be in Singapore as part of their world
tour.
Don't
miss your one and only chance to see this legendary
band and their exciting new lead singer Live in Singapore
on August 17!
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25
to 27 August 2006
WOMAD SINGAPORE 2006
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The
world of WOMAD (World of Music, Arts & Dance)
returns to Singapore!
The
passion and energy of musicians from around the globe
will again explode in the historical Fort Canning Park
for a 3-day weekend this year. True to its commitment
to diversity, WOMAD Singapore 2006 will continue to
tap into the incredible range of global music experiences;
from centuries-old traditions to the pulse of contemporary
music. Catch six to eight soul-spinning performances
each night that take place on multiple stages. These
are complemented by the ever-popular workshops and master-classes
conducted by WOMAD artists, designed to stimulate and
entertain both adults and kids. WOMAD delivers a full-bodied
experience with something for everyone
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| BUSINESS |
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GLOBAL
FORUM on INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
Date
: 21 - 22 August 2006
Venue : Raffles City Convention Centre
As Asia
Pacific's premier IP conference in 2006, the Forum aims to
provide a networking and thought leadership platform for Intellectual
Property (IP) in the region. The Forum will unite key global
players in IP (from both the developing and developed nations)
in an open dialogue and exchange of information, best practices,
views and insights on critical IP issues.
The theme
of the Inaugural Forum is "Tilting the Global Balance
in the IPR Landscape : The Strategic Implications of the Growth
in the Asia Pacific Region", and it will consider how
the region's growing economic influence, led by China, India
and the Middle East, will exert an increasing influence on
global IP creation, protection, exploitation and management.
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- BINTAN ISLAND |
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ANNOUNCEMENT
EXTENSION
OF INDONESIA VOA FACILITY TO ADDITIONAL 13 COUNTRIES
Hot on the heels of our last update, the Indonesia Government
has made another breakthrough decision in their effort to
boost tourist arrival to Indonesia.
With immediate
effect, the Government of the Republic of Indonesia is extending
its Visa-on-Arrival (VOA) facility an additional 13 countries,
bring the total number to 52 countries.
Please
refer to attached for further information.
INDONESIA
~ VISA INFORMATION
Please
click here for details.
THE
REAL BANDUNG FACTORY OUTLET NOW OPENS IN BINTAN
Bandung's largest factory outlet retail chain has opened a
store right here in Bintan. Located beside Bintan's Bandar
Bentan Telani ferry terminal, the store is now operational
from 0800 to 2000 hours daily.
Visitors
can now enjoy quality fashion wear and accessories at affordable
factory prices. All prices are priced in Indonesian Rupiah
but the store also accepts Singapore and US Dollars at prevailing
in-store exchange rates.
The store
has even installed a PA system for ferry departure announcement
to ensure that visitors do not miss their last call for departure
boarding.
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ANNOUNCEMENT
FERRINGHI
BEACH HOTEL, PENANG
Effective 26 May 2006, Hydro Majestic Hotels Group has taken
over the ownership for Ferringhi Beach Hotel, from Federal
Hotels International.
CENTURY
MAHKOTA, MELAKA
Century Mahkota Melaka will be renamed as Mahkota Hotel
Melaka effective 01 July 2006. However, there will be
no change in its management and ownership.
PAN PACIFIC, KUALA LUMPUR
Effective 01July 2006, the Pan Pacific K.L will be re-branded
as Best Western Premier Seri Pacific Kuala Lumpur which
will be managed by Residence Hotels & Resorts Sdn Bhd.
In line
with their re-branding efforts, the hotel will embark on a
refurbishment project, which include all the guestrooms, food
& beverage outlets and lobby. Renovation work is scheduled
to start on 01 August 2006. Further details to be advised.
HOTEL
UPGRADING
GENTING
SKYWAY
Genting Skyway will be closed for routine maintenance with
immediate effect until 18 August 2006.
During
the closure, the Awana Skyway will operates from 0730 to 2400
hours. Thereafter, shuttle bus service shall be provided from
Highland Hotel's lobby to ferry passengers to Awana and Genting
Skyways.
REBAK MARINA RESORT, LANGKAWI
Effective immediately, the resort's Garden View Room, Beach
and Family Chalets will be undergoing refurbishment. This
project is targeted to complete by end November 2006. During
this period, only Seaview Rooms are available.
SHANGRI-LA'S
RASA SAYANG RESORT & SPA, PENANG
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As
you would have already known, the resort has been closed
since December 2004 to facilitate an unprecedented redevelopment
and repositioning programme. The project costing an estimated
RM100 millions was scheduled for completion in October
2006.
The
hotel is pleased to announce that this project has now
entered its final stage and the resort will reopen its
door on 28 September 2006, ahead of schedule.
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The CHI Spa Village, arguably the largest and most luxurious
in the region is also taking shape with its Tibetan-inspired
and rustic wooden roof visible for all to see. Set amid one-acre
of lush gardens with towering rain tress, this exclusive spa
retreat will house 12 units of villa and suites.
The resort's
flagship Rasa Premier Rooms has also been given a final tweak
to further enhance the feel of resort living at its finest.
Each newly renovated room comes with a marble-laid relaxing
tub on the balcony.
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on the ground level of the Rasa Wing, with only 26 units,
the Rasa Deluxe Room offers you direct access to the pool
and garden. The resort will also present to you a state-of-the-art
Health Club, a Par 3 Executive Golf Course, a 26-meter
Spa Pool and seven innovative restaurants and bars.
With
the completion of the redevelopment project, the resort
will brings you a brand new experience.
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That's
all we have for you now. Look out for our next issue.
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| CONTACT
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For
any further information, please contact:
Email: sales@siamexpress.com.sg
Kathryn Loh - General Manager
Janet Chee - Senior Manager
Peter Chua - Business Development Manager (Leisure)
Carol Tan - Business Development Manager (MICE)
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