On this guided Singapore Chinatown Walking Tour, discover things that surprise even the locals...
Singapore Chinatown is a great place to explore - delightful secret places, awe-inspiring religious treasures, quirky Chinese goods, and more.
The guides from Summer Footprints Pte Ltd invited me to go on their guided Singapore Chinatown Walking Tour. And I was humbled to re-discover a place I thought I knew quite well.
Yes, go beneath the surface. Peel off the layers. And you won't see Singapore the same way again...
The Dark History of Early Chinese Immigrants. In the 19th Century, Chinese men challenged destiny and braved the 'southern seas' for a better life. They arrived in Singapore - only to take on back-breaking jobs, live in dirty quarters, and eventually become addicted to opium.
On this Singapore Chinatown walking tour, go on-site, re-visit this slice of Singapore history, and hear the complete story.
Nanyang Coffee Stall and Museum. Why do some Singaporeans insist on the regional version of the cuppa (Nanyang coffee)? Enjoy a cup of Nanyang coffee on your guide, and see how it is different from your premium latte or cappucino.
Buddhism De-mystified. Buddhist devotees from the region donated their gold ear-rings, bangles, bullions and family heirloom - amounting to 320kg of the real McCoy! Just why did they do such a thing?
The gold was smelted and turned into a masterpiece by Buddhist craftsmen. What does a 320kg golden shrine look like? See it for yourself on this Singapore Chinatown Walking Tour.
Then once you've been awe-struck, proceed to the Buddha Tooth Relic Museum: to discover how Buddhism began, and to see more jaw-dropping relics.
Singapore's Oldest Hindu Temple, in Chinatown? The first Hindu temple in Singapore was built mainly for the Indian population. But why was it situated in the heart of Chinatown? Get an explanation from your guide. Then stand under the ceilings of the temple and marvel at the astoundingly beautiful murals.
We Chinese Are Quite Quirky! Geckos, fungi, and other unmentionable parts of exotic animals. Personally, I squirm just looking at them; yet the Chinese in Singapore still eat them. Check these out at the medical halls in Chinatown. And learn about their (alleged?) medicinal properties.
The Colonial Singapore Shophouse. French louvred windows, Chinese roofs, and Malay frames. Join them together, throw in one or two more exotic designs, and you get the colonial-era Singapore shophouse. Quirky or quaint? Decide for yourself on this Singapore Chinatown Walking Tour.
Your Guide for this Walking Tour:
Chiep Ping or Sharon, from Summer Footprints Pte Ltd.
Day/Time:
Tours run on Monday & Thursday, departing at 9.30am and ending about 12.30pm. (Tours run only when a booking is made. Please use the form below.)
Meeting Point: Chinatown MRT Station (Exit A)
Online Price: S$30 per adult.
For the tour to run, a booking is essential (minimum of 2 adult participants).Please book at the latest 3pm on the day before the tour date.Children below 12 years of age join for free with paying adults.
Inclusions:
1) The guidance and commentary of a STB-certified tour guide.
2) A complimentary cup of Nanyang coffee for each participant.
Exclusions:
All personal purchases along the route of the walking tour.
To join or enquire about this guided Singapore Chinatown Walking Tour, fill in the form below:
IF YOU ARE ENQUIRING ABOUT THIS TOUR IN OCTOBER 2011
This tour is run by the tour guides from Summer Footprints Pte Ltd. They normally respond to your queries within 24-48 hours. However, the guides will be on the road from 4 Oct 2011 to 26 Oct 2011 and will have limited Internet access during this time.
Therefore, they may not be able to reply to your queries on these days. However, all queries/bookings are still welcome - and the guides will get back to you from 27 Oct 2011 onwards.
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Mar 4, Sakura Buffet Restaurant
by Raja Kamarul Bahrin
(Singapore)
The main branch of Sakura Buffet Restaurant in Orchard Road
There are many locations for the Suki Group of Restaurant. Choose one closest to your activity or home.
Prices at Sakura Buffet Restaurant are affordable, thus many people throng to their restaurants everyday. This ensures that the food are all consumed and there are plenty of servings all the time.
The place is usually packed, so a reservation is necessary (67358197).
The Buffet spread includes many Japanese and local dishes, good variety of Sushis. There are also seasonal promotions of favourite food from selected countries.
Apart from the buffet, you can also order cooked food which will be done on the spot and delivered to your table.
I had a family dinner at the Cairnhill Place restaurant recently for 50 pax and we were all properly seated and well served. Thumbs up to the staff and their Branch Mgr, Ms Rose.
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The main branch of Sakura Buffet Restaurant in Orchard Road
There are many locations for the Suki Group of Restaurant. Choose one closest to your activity or home.
Prices at Sakura Buffet Restaurant are affordable, thus many people throng to their restaurants everyday. This ensures that the food are all consumed and there are plenty of servings all the time.
The place is usually packed, so a reservation is necessary (67358197).
The Buffet spread includes many Japanese and local dishes, good variety of Sushis. There are also seasonal promotions of favourite food from selected countries.
Apart from the buffet, you can also order cooked food which will be done on the spot and delivered to your table.
I had a family dinner at the Cairnhill Place restaurant recently for 50 pax and we were all properly seated and well served. Thumbs up to the staff and their Branch Mgr, Ms Rose.
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Apr 9, Half-Day Singapore Tour (Culture & Heritage)
On this time-saving half-day Singapore tour, sample the best of Singapore culture and heritage...
Fascinating Indian fashion and body-art. Unusual Chinese traditions. And colonial heritage in the oldest part of the city. All these in 4 fun-filled hours...
Enjoy panoramic views of the Civic District - an enchanting mix of modern and colonial-era architecture.
Indian body art. Get a henna-painting for your hand.
Hear interesting stories about the early Chinese immigrants. Then sample some local snacks or hit the Chinatown shops.
Sharon and Chiep Ping - your guides for this half-day Singapore tour. They'll show you the best of Chinatown, Little India and the Civic District.
A morning itinerary lasting approximately 4 hoursFor private groups/families
(no time wasted on multi-group pick-ups)- Flexible pick-up time, starting from 7am.
- Flexible pick-up place: hotel, airport, cruise centre, etc. Licensed tour guides from Summer Footprints Pte Ltd
You might enjoy this half-day Singapore tour if...
You want a good introduction to Singapore history and culture, with some shopping thrown in. OR You are arriving in the morning but can only check-in to your hotel in the afternoon. OR You are transiting at Singapore Airport with at least 7 hours to spare. OR You are arriving at the Singapore Cruise Centre and want a hassle-free start to your vacation. OR You have only limited time in Singapore.
After pick up, this half-day Singapore tour takes you to the Merlion Park, where you may enjoy sweeping views over Marina Bay.
Thereafter, your guide takes you through the historic core of Singapore - The Padang (Public Square), City Hall, Old Parliament House, and St Andrew's Cathedral. Hear about the fascinating events that took place here.
Next stop, Little India. Enjoy a slice of Indian culture. Learn how to wear a saree with grace and poise. Get a henna-painting* for your hand, or other parts of your body. Smell and admire the jasmine garlands. Then watch devotees present them as offerings at an astoundingly beautiful Hindu temple nearby - as your guide explains to you the rather mysterious rituals in the temple.
*Henna painting is a form of Indian body art, involving non-permanent drawings.
Re-live the heart-wrenching history of early Chinese immigrants at the Chinatown Heritage Centre. Then, hop over to the Buddha Tooth Relic Temple - to marvel at some of the most fascinating Buddhist relics in Asia.
This 'Culture & Heritage' Half-day Singapore Tour ends at a strategic place in Chinatown. Here, you may shop and get some good bargains. Let your guide know what you like - and she/he will point you to the best shops for your kind of stuff.
This half-day Singapore tour ends with some flexibility:
You could linger on in Chinatown - to shop for local stuff, enjoy a local coffee, or sample local snacks. Or if you prefer to be transported back to your pick-up point, this can be arranged also. Just indicate this in the form below.
If your group has more than 10 people, check with the organiser for pricing.
Inclusions:
The service of a licensed Singapore tour guide - guidance & commentary. Transport in the form of MPV, mini-bus or VIP coach depending on group size. The transfers include: pick up from your specified location, and movement between attractions, up till the last stop at Chinatown.
Exclusions:
Personal purchases in the course of this half-day Singapore tour. Personal travel insurance. Tips for tour guide and driver.
Use the form below to enquire about this half-day Singapore tour. Or indicate 'Booking' to book. The organiser - Sharon from Summer Footprints Pte Ltd - will contact you to:
answer your questions, verify your travel details (number of pax, return transport, etc), andguide you through the rest of the online booking process.
IF YOU ARE ENQUIRING ABOUT THIS TOUR IN OCTOBER 2011
This tour is run by the tour guides from Summer Footprints Pte Ltd. They normally respond to your queries within 24-48 hours. However, the guides will be on the road from 4 Oct 2011 to 26 Oct 2011 and will have limited Internet access during this time.
Therefore, they may not be able to reply to your queries on these days. However, all queries/bookings are still welcome - and the guides will get back to you from 27 Oct 2011 onwards.
'Fun by the Waters' Half-day Singapore Tour (afternoon itinerary)
More Half-day Singapore Tours
Index of Guided Singapore Tours
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Fascinating Indian fashion and body-art. Unusual Chinese traditions. And colonial heritage in the oldest part of the city. All these in 4 fun-filled hours...
Enjoy panoramic views of the Civic District - an enchanting mix of modern and colonial-era architecture.
Indian body art. Get a henna-painting for your hand.
Sharon and Chiep Ping - your guides for this half-day Singapore tour. They'll show you the best of Chinatown, Little India and the Civic District.
A morning itinerary lasting approximately 4 hoursFor private groups/families
(no time wasted on multi-group pick-ups)- Flexible pick-up time, starting from 7am.
- Flexible pick-up place: hotel, airport, cruise centre, etc. Licensed tour guides from Summer Footprints Pte Ltd
You might enjoy this half-day Singapore tour if...
You want a good introduction to Singapore history and culture, with some shopping thrown in. OR You are arriving in the morning but can only check-in to your hotel in the afternoon. OR You are transiting at Singapore Airport with at least 7 hours to spare. OR You are arriving at the Singapore Cruise Centre and want a hassle-free start to your vacation. OR You have only limited time in Singapore.
After pick up, this half-day Singapore tour takes you to the Merlion Park, where you may enjoy sweeping views over Marina Bay.
Thereafter, your guide takes you through the historic core of Singapore - The Padang (Public Square), City Hall, Old Parliament House, and St Andrew's Cathedral. Hear about the fascinating events that took place here.
Next stop, Little India. Enjoy a slice of Indian culture. Learn how to wear a saree with grace and poise. Get a henna-painting* for your hand, or other parts of your body. Smell and admire the jasmine garlands. Then watch devotees present them as offerings at an astoundingly beautiful Hindu temple nearby - as your guide explains to you the rather mysterious rituals in the temple.
*Henna painting is a form of Indian body art, involving non-permanent drawings.
Re-live the heart-wrenching history of early Chinese immigrants at the Chinatown Heritage Centre. Then, hop over to the Buddha Tooth Relic Temple - to marvel at some of the most fascinating Buddhist relics in Asia.
This 'Culture & Heritage' Half-day Singapore Tour ends at a strategic place in Chinatown. Here, you may shop and get some good bargains. Let your guide know what you like - and she/he will point you to the best shops for your kind of stuff.
This half-day Singapore tour ends with some flexibility:
You could linger on in Chinatown - to shop for local stuff, enjoy a local coffee, or sample local snacks. Or if you prefer to be transported back to your pick-up point, this can be arranged also. Just indicate this in the form below.
If your group has more than 10 people, check with the organiser for pricing.
Inclusions:
The service of a licensed Singapore tour guide - guidance & commentary. Transport in the form of MPV, mini-bus or VIP coach depending on group size. The transfers include: pick up from your specified location, and movement between attractions, up till the last stop at Chinatown.
(After-tour Transport - If a transfer back to your hotel or any other location is required, a fee of S$50 per group will be added to the total bill.)In Little India, a complimentary henna-painting is given to one person in the group. The others could watch the process, or get a henna-painting for themselves at a fee which depends on the size of the drawing. Tickets to the Chinatown Heritage Centre.
Exclusions:
Personal purchases in the course of this half-day Singapore tour. Personal travel insurance. Tips for tour guide and driver.
Use the form below to enquire about this half-day Singapore tour. Or indicate 'Booking' to book. The organiser - Sharon from Summer Footprints Pte Ltd - will contact you to:
answer your questions, verify your travel details (number of pax, return transport, etc), andguide you through the rest of the online booking process.
IF YOU ARE ENQUIRING ABOUT THIS TOUR IN OCTOBER 2011
This tour is run by the tour guides from Summer Footprints Pte Ltd. They normally respond to your queries within 24-48 hours. However, the guides will be on the road from 4 Oct 2011 to 26 Oct 2011 and will have limited Internet access during this time.
Therefore, they may not be able to reply to your queries on these days. However, all queries/bookings are still welcome - and the guides will get back to you from 27 Oct 2011 onwards.
'Fun by the Waters' Half-day Singapore Tour (afternoon itinerary) More Half-day Singapore Tours Index of Guided Singapore Tours Customised Singapore Travel PackageView the original article here
Jul 12, One-Day Singapore Tour
Commute less and see more on 'The Optimiser' one-day Singapore tour. Enjoy city views, culture and Sentosa Island fun.
Enjoy the mix of old and new at Marina Bay and the Singapore River.
One of the fun things you could do on this tour: henna painting. Body art on your hand, or on some other part of your body.
Or check out some quirky stuff in Chinatown, such as geckos or deer penis, which some Singaporeans still take as traditional medicine today.
End the day with a delightful love story: enjoy the 'Songs of the Sea' pyrotechnic show on Sentosa Island.
A full-day itinerary lasting approximately 12 hoursFor private groups/families
(You have exclusive use of the transport and tour guide service.)- Pick-up time: 9am
- Flexible pick-up place: hotel, airport, cruise centre, etc. Licensed tour guides from Summer Footprints Pte Ltd
HIGHLIGHTS OF 'THE OPTIMISER' ONE-DAY SINGAPORE TOUR
THE CITY (MORNING)
Enjoy the sights at Marina Bay, one of the most enchanting city skylines in the world. Take in the panoramic views from Merlion Park, Marina Bay Sands, and then on a Singapore River Cruise. Then explore the delightful mix of old and new in the Colonial District with your guide.
THE CULTURE (AFTERNOON)
Visit one of the 'ethnic quarters' in Singapore: Chinatown, Little India, OR the Malay-Arab Quarter.
Whether you are a hard core culture buff, or heritage hound, or a shopaholic, there's something for you.
Just indicate your preferences in the form below - where you'd like to go and what you'd like to do most. And your guide will design the tour according to your liking. For example, if you indicate you only want to shop in Little India, your guide take you to the best shops there, and not the temples.
THE FUN (EVENING)
Round up the day on Sentosa Island. Ride on the Sky Tower and enjoy the lovely evening views over southern Singapore. Then culminate with the pyrotechnic show 'Songs of the Sea' - a love story told through lasers, fountain-sprays and fireworks.
Combine this one-day Singapore tour with other activities to form a multi-day itinerary. For example: Day 1: Afternoon arrival, followed by Singapore Night Safari. Day 2: Universal Studios Singapore Day 3: One-day Singapore Tour (The Optimiser) Day 4: Last-minute shopping and departure. If you are visiting Singapore with elderly folks or young children, this private tour is a great way to cut down on walking to and from public transport, and keep commuting time to a minimum. If you are flying between Europe and Australasia, or taking other similar long haul flights, you could meaningfully use your transit time with this one-day Singapore tour.
Inclusions:
The service of a licensed Singapore tour guide - guidance & commentary. Transport in the form of MPV, mini-bus or VIP coach depending on group size. The transfers include: pick up from your specified location, movement between attractions, and return to your specified location
Tickets for Singapore River Cruise, Sentosa Sky Tower and Songs of the Sea Show.
Exclusions:
Personal purchases in the course of this one-day Singapore tour. Personal travel insurance. Tips for tour guide and driver.
IF YOU ARE ENQUIRING ABOUT THIS TOUR IN OCTOBER 2011
This tour is run by the tour guides from Summer Footprints Pte Ltd. They normally respond to your queries within 24-48 hours. However, the guides will be on the road from 4 Oct 2011 to 26 Oct 2011 and will have limited Internet access during this time.
Therefore, they may not be able to reply to your queries on these days. However, all queries/bookings are still welcome - and the guides will get back to you from 27 Oct 2011 onwards.
Guided Half-day Singapore Tours
More Guided Singapore Tours
Customised Singapore Travel Package
View the original article here
Enjoy the mix of old and new at Marina Bay and the Singapore River.
One of the fun things you could do on this tour: henna painting. Body art on your hand, or on some other part of your body.
Or check out some quirky stuff in Chinatown, such as geckos or deer penis, which some Singaporeans still take as traditional medicine today.
A full-day itinerary lasting approximately 12 hoursFor private groups/families
(You have exclusive use of the transport and tour guide service.)- Pick-up time: 9am
- Flexible pick-up place: hotel, airport, cruise centre, etc. Licensed tour guides from Summer Footprints Pte Ltd
HIGHLIGHTS OF 'THE OPTIMISER' ONE-DAY SINGAPORE TOUR
THE CITY (MORNING)
Enjoy the sights at Marina Bay, one of the most enchanting city skylines in the world. Take in the panoramic views from Merlion Park, Marina Bay Sands, and then on a Singapore River Cruise. Then explore the delightful mix of old and new in the Colonial District with your guide.
THE CULTURE (AFTERNOON)
Visit one of the 'ethnic quarters' in Singapore: Chinatown, Little India, OR the Malay-Arab Quarter.
Whether you are a hard core culture buff, or heritage hound, or a shopaholic, there's something for you.
Just indicate your preferences in the form below - where you'd like to go and what you'd like to do most. And your guide will design the tour according to your liking. For example, if you indicate you only want to shop in Little India, your guide take you to the best shops there, and not the temples.
THE FUN (EVENING)
Round up the day on Sentosa Island. Ride on the Sky Tower and enjoy the lovely evening views over southern Singapore. Then culminate with the pyrotechnic show 'Songs of the Sea' - a love story told through lasers, fountain-sprays and fireworks.
Combine this one-day Singapore tour with other activities to form a multi-day itinerary. For example: Day 1: Afternoon arrival, followed by Singapore Night Safari. Day 2: Universal Studios Singapore Day 3: One-day Singapore Tour (The Optimiser) Day 4: Last-minute shopping and departure. If you are visiting Singapore with elderly folks or young children, this private tour is a great way to cut down on walking to and from public transport, and keep commuting time to a minimum. If you are flying between Europe and Australasia, or taking other similar long haul flights, you could meaningfully use your transit time with this one-day Singapore tour.
Inclusions:
The service of a licensed Singapore tour guide - guidance & commentary. Transport in the form of MPV, mini-bus or VIP coach depending on group size. The transfers include: pick up from your specified location, movement between attractions, and return to your specified location
Tickets for Singapore River Cruise, Sentosa Sky Tower and Songs of the Sea Show.
Exclusions:
Personal purchases in the course of this one-day Singapore tour. Personal travel insurance. Tips for tour guide and driver.
IF YOU ARE ENQUIRING ABOUT THIS TOUR IN OCTOBER 2011
This tour is run by the tour guides from Summer Footprints Pte Ltd. They normally respond to your queries within 24-48 hours. However, the guides will be on the road from 4 Oct 2011 to 26 Oct 2011 and will have limited Internet access during this time.
Therefore, they may not be able to reply to your queries on these days. However, all queries/bookings are still welcome - and the guides will get back to you from 27 Oct 2011 onwards.
Guided Half-day Singapore Tours More Guided Singapore Tours Customised Singapore Travel PackageView the original article here
Wednesday, 12 October 2011
Apr 18, Half-Day Singapore Tour (City Panorama)
Panoramic views over Marina Bay, Singapore River and other city spots. Enjoy all these on the 'City Panorama' Half-day Singapore Tour.A highlight of 'City Panorama' Half-day Singapore Tour:
Enchanting views over the Singapore River.
An afternoon/evening itinerary lasting about 4 hoursA personalised tour for private groups/families
(there's no going around picking up different groups)- Flexible pick-up time, starting from 12 noon.
- Flexible pick-up place: hotel, airport, cruise centre, etc. Licensed tour guides from Summer Footprints Pte LtdYOU MIGHT ENJOY THIS HALF-DAY SINGAPORE TOUR IF..You want to enjoy panoramic views over Singapore Marina Bay and Singapore River. OR You have a mid-day hotel check-out but a flight/cruise/train departing in the evening. OR You are transiting at Singapore Airport and have at least 7 hours of wait time. OR You are arriving at the Singapore Cruise Centre and want to start your vacation from there. OR You want to enjoy a time-saving city tour, with transport, tickets, routing all pre-arranged for you.
The first stop on this half-day Singapore tour is the Singapore Flyer, a 30-minute ride that takes you 165m above the waters. You get to enjoy 360° panoramic views of Marina Bay in the comfort of an air-conditioned capsule.
Then descend from your lofty heights, and take a delightful walk along the Esplanade and the Colonial District. As you soak in the views from the waterfront promenade, your guide will help you understand the mix of old and new landmarks in the city - a Singapore Transformation 101 crash course, if you like.
Next up on this half-day Singapore tour is a Singapore River Cruise. Enjoy sweeping views over the Singapore River, as the bumboat ride takes you through an enchanting mix of modern skyscrapers, colonial-era Singapore shophouses, and 19th-century European architecture.
Try to spot the unusual features along the River, and quiz your guide about them. It's great fun. And you'll make some fascinating discoveries about early Singapore.
This tour ends at Clarke Quay, which is a fun place for several reasons. You could linger on and enjoy a delicious seafood dinner by the riverside. Or shop. Or party. Or do other fun things. There's something for everyone here. Let your guide know what you fancy - and she/he will have recommendations for you.
However, if you've run out of time and would like to be transferred back to any other location in Singapore, your guide could pre-arrange the transport for you. (Just indicate this in the form below.)
BONUS! On this tour, you'll visit one of the '1000 Places You Must See Before You Die' (listed in travel book by Patricia Schultz). Find out what this place is.If you are booking for more than 10 people, please get the tour fare from the organisers. (Indicate your group size in the form below.)
Inclusions for 'City Panorama' Half-day Singapore Tour:
The service of a licensed Singapore tour guide. Transport in the form of MPV, mini-bus or VIP coach depending on group size - includes pick up from specified location and transfers between the non-walking sections of the tour.Tickets for the Singapore Flyer and Singapore River Cruise for all participants are included in the tour fare.Post-tour Transport:
If you require transport back to your hotel, the airport, the cruise centre or any other place in Singapore, a transfer fee of S$50 per group will be added to the total bill.
Exclusions:
Personal purchases in the course of this half-day Singapore tour. Personal travel insurance. Tips for tour guide and driver. Activities, dinner and drinks at Clarke Quay are at your own expense.To book or enquire about this half-day Singapore tour, fill in the form below. The organiser, Sharon from Summer Footprints Pte Ltd, will contact you to:
address your concerns, verify the number of people in your group, andprovide a final fare quote based on your group size.Once you confirm your booking, she will then guide you through the online payment process.
IF YOU ARE ENQUIRING ABOUT THIS TOUR IN OCTOBER 2011
This tour is run by the tour guides from Summer Footprints Pte Ltd. They normally respond to your queries within 24-48 hours. However, the guides will be on the road from 4 Oct 2011 to 26 Oct 2011 and will have limited Internet access during this time.
Therefore, they may not be able to reply to your queries on these days. However, all queries/bookings are still welcome - and the guides will get back to you from 27 Oct 2011 onwards.
'Sightsee & Shop' Half-day Singapore Tour (morning itinerary)
Other Half-day Singapore Tours
Other Guided Singapore Tours
Customised Singapore Travel Package
Apr 19, 5-Day Singapore Tour - Main Sights & Shopping
by Albert Justiniano
(Manila, Philippines)
A 5-day Singapore tour taking in the main attractions - Night Safari, Universal Studios, Sentosa and city centre spots. Plus some shopping...
Day 1 Arrive in Singapore, check in at Hotel, then go to Night Safari (since they open starting 7 pm?)
Day 2 - Visit Universal Studios and Sentosa Island
Day 3 - Shopping trip after hearing mass at St. Joseph's (its my daughter's birthday) - whole day at Orchard Road, then ending at Marina Bay area.
Day 4 - See some historical landmarks - Merlion, Raffles Hotel, etc.; end with more shopping for electronics (Don't know the best place for electronics....help please)
Day 5 - Since our flight is at 1655 (4 pm?), maybe explore the malls around our hotel before heading off to the airport after lunch.
Hi Albert
Some of my thoughts regarding your Singapore tour itinerary:
Day 1 - Night Safari
Assuming an afternoon arrival, a trip to the Night Safari after hotel check-in sounds good. The eateries at Night Safari tend to be expensive (at least in my opinion), so you might want to have dinner near your hotel before leaving for the Night Safari.
Day 2 - Universal Studios and Sentosa Island
It takes a day to enjoy Universal Studios Singapore. So you'll probably be able to fit in only one or two fun things at Sentosa in the evening, e.g. Sentosa Luge & Skyride and Songs of the Sea (pyrotechnic show).
Day 3 - Shopping at Orchard Road + Marina Bay
It's very clever to attend morning mass before going to shop at Orchard Road - because the Orchard Road shops don't open so early.
When you visit Marina Bay in the evening, try to be there before 8pm for 'Wonderfull' - the lights and water show offered free by Marina Bay Sands. If you miss the 8pm one, there's another one at 9.30pm.
Day 4 - City Centre Sights + Electronics Shopping
After seeing the historical landmarks in the city centre, head to Funan IT Mall (5-minute walk from City Hall MRT station). Funan has a good offering of electronics - and tends to have a better reputation for integrity and customer service that some of the shops at Sim Lim Square.
Day 5 - One or Two Sights Before Departure
With a 4pm departure, you could still take in one or two more sights before leaving for the airport. Consider Little India, including some last minute shopping at Mustafa Centre.
Have a good Singapore tour.
Gabriel
You might also find these walking tours worthwhile:
1) Little India Walking Tour
2) Singapore Chinatown Walking Tour
3) Bugis Street Walking Tour
Tuesday, 11 October 2011
Jul 19, View Fireworks from Naumi Hotel Rooftop Pool
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Fireworks view from the rooftop infinity pool @ Naumi Hotel
Naumi Hotel at 41 Seah Street offers a spectacular view of the NDP Fireworks display from the rooftop infinity pool.
Savour the breathtaking views while sipping your favourite drink in this exclusive hidden gem.
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Fireworks view from the rooftop infinity pool @ Naumi Hotel
Naumi Hotel at 41 Seah Street offers a spectacular view of the NDP Fireworks display from the rooftop infinity pool.
Savour the breathtaking views while sipping your favourite drink in this exclusive hidden gem.
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Apr 22, Half-Day Singapore Tour (Sightsee and Shop)
On this 'Sightsee & Shop' Half-day Singapore Tour, you'll enjoy the most interesting sights in the city and the best shopping in Chinatown..A highlight of 'Sightsee & Shop' Half-day Singapore Tour:
Sweeping views of Marina Bay and the city skyline.
A morning itinerary lasting about 4 hoursA personalised tour for private groups/families
(You have exclusive use of the transport and tour guide.)- Flexible pick-up time, starting from 7am.
- Flexible pick-up place: hotel, airport, cruise centre, etc. Licensed tour guides from Summer Footprints Pte Ltd
YOU MIGHT ENJOY THIS HALF-DAY SINGAPORE TOUR IF...
You want to enjoy the most enchanting sights in Singapore city, with some shopping thrown in. OR You arrive in Singapore in the morning but can only check-in to your hotel in the afternoon. OR You are transiting at Singapore Airport and have at least 7 hours of wait time. OR You are arriving at the Singapore Cruise Centre and want a local guide to give you a hassle-free introduction to Singapore. OR You want to enjoy a time-saving city tour, with transport, tickets, routing all pre-arranged for you.Once your guide has met up with you, you'll be chauffered to the Marina Bay area. Here, you'll take a 30-minute ride on the 165m-high Singapore Flyer - to enjoy vantage views of the city skyline and beyond.
What you see from afar on the Flyer, you'll see close-up also, at the Merlion Park and the Civic District. Your guide will walk you through this very historic area in Singapore,
where some of the finest colonial-era architecture still stands,and
where some of the most important events in Singapore took place.Photo opportunities abound at this point of your half-day Singapore tour. But do allow your guide to tell you a story or two of the fascinating historical events that took place here.
Your transport then takes you to Singapore Chinatown. The first stop is the Chinatown Heritage Centre, where you get a glimpse of the harsh life experienced by early immigrants to Singapore. And more...
Around this part of Chinatown, you'll also be introduced to the colonial-era Singapore shophouse. Some of the activities that took place in these shophouses are as fascinating as their architecture. Your guide will unveil some of their secrets to you.
The final segment of this half-day Singapore tour is a trip to the Buddha Tooth Relic Temple & Museum. This is not a usual temple visit, because some of the golden structures and human relics found here will blow your mind away.
Before you say goodbye to your guide, let her/him know what you'd like to take home as souvenirs. Antiques? Art and calligraphy? Clothes and shoes? Consumer electronics? Local labels? You won't be disappointed because shopping is quite wonderful in Chinatown. And your guide can point you to the right shops.
Else, you can get onto your return transport to wherever, all pre-arranged for you by your guide.
BONUS! On this tour, you'll get to see the biggest, single, pure-gold structure in Singapore! A 320kg shrine made from gold donated by folks from the region.If you are booking for more than 10 people, please get the tour fare from the organisers. (Indicate your group size in the form below.)
Inclusions for 'Sightsee and Shop' Half-day Singapore Tour:
The service of a licensed Singapore tour guide. Transport in the form of MPV, mini-bus or VIP coach depending on group size - includes pick up from specified location and transfers between the non-walking sections of the tour.Tickets for the Singapore Flyer and Chinatown Heritage Centre for all participants are included.Post-tour Transport:
If you require transport back to your hotel, the airport, the cruise centre or any other place in Singapore, a transfer fee of S$50 per group will be added to the total bill.
Exclusions:
Personal purchases in the course of this half-day Singapore tour. Personal travel insurance. Tips for tour guide and driver.To book or enquire about this half-day Singapore tour, fill in the form below. The organiser, a tour guide from Summer Footprints Pte Ltd, will contact you to:
address your concerns, verify the number of people in your group, andprovide a final fare quote based on your group size.Once you confirm your booking, she/he will then guide you through the online payment process.
IF YOU ARE ENQUIRING ABOUT THIS TOUR IN OCTOBER 2011
This tour is run by the tour guides from Summer Footprints Pte Ltd. They normally respond to your queries within 24-48 hours. However, the guides will be on the road from 4 Oct 2011 to 26 Oct 2011 and will have limited Internet access during this time.
Therefore, they may not be able to reply to your queries on these days. However, all queries/bookings are still welcome - and the guides will get back to you from 27 Oct 2011 onwards.
'City Panorama' Half-day Singapore Tour (afternoon itinerary)
Other Half-day Singapore Tours
Other Guided Singapore Tours
Customised Singapore Travel Package
Monday, 10 October 2011
Apr 13, Half-Day Singapore Tour (Fun by the Waters)
Enjoy the most spectacular views over Singapore waters. This half-day Singapore tour takes you to the lovely spots at Marina Bay, Singapore River and Clarke Quay.Highlight of 'Fun by the Waters' Half-day Singapore Tour:
Enjoying spectacular views on a Singapore River Cruise.
An afternoon itinerary lasting approximately 4 hoursA personalised tour for private groups/families
(there's no going around picking up different groups)- Flexible pick-up time, starting from 11am.
- Flexible pick-up place: hotel, airport, cruise centre, etc. Licensed tour guides from Summer Footprints Pte LtdYOU MIGHT ENJOY THIS HALF-DAY SINGAPORE TOUR IF..You want to enjoy the waterfront attractions in downtown Singapore. OR You have a mid-day hotel check-out but a flight/cruise/train departing in the evening. OR You are transiting at Singapore Airport and have at least 7 hours of wait time. OR You are arriving at the Singapore Cruise Centre and want to start your vacation from there. OR You have limited time in Singapore and want to see its most charming sights.
You'll be transported to the Queen Elizabeth Walk, where you'll take a walk down memory lane. As you pass several monuments, your guide will recount some of the most fascinating events that took place in Singapore.
Then, you'll walk through Singapore's first pedestrian underpass, and emerge at the Merlion Park. The reward? Panoramic views of Marina Bay and the city skyline.
Next stop: the Singapore River. Stand on the oldest bridge over the Singapore River and have fun spotting all its engineering flaws - it was designed as a vehicular bridge, but became the most charming pedestrian bridge in Singapore. Else, let your guide point these quirks out to you, as well as other unusual sights along the River.
Beyond the bridge, you'll come to the Raffles Landing Site, where the founder of modern Singapore first set foot on the island.
Then comes the highlight of this half-day Singapore tour: a Singapore River Cruise. Sit back on a refurbished old-world boat, and enjoy the enchanting views over the banks of the River.
The last stop on this tour is Clarke Quay. This is a great place to party the night away. But there are also lots to do if you're coming with young children or older folks. Watch the remote-controlled kites. *Frighten yourselves on the reverse-bungy. *Join a pewter-craft workshop. And more. Let your guide know what you'd like to do and she/he will show you the way.
(* These activities are at your own expense.)
You could end this half-day Singapore tour at Clarke Quay; then linger on and enjoy an extended dinner, chill out or do other fun things. Or you could pre-arrange for transport to send you back to your hotel, the airport, or any other location in Singapore. (Indicate in the form below.)If you are booking for more than 10 people, please get the tour fare from the organisers. (Indicate your group size in the form below.)
Inclusions for 'Fun by the Waters' Half-day Singapore Tour:
The service of a licensed Singapore tour guide. Transport in the form of MPV, mini-bus or VIP coach depending on group size. The transfer will include pick up from your specified location to the start point of the tour at Queen Elizabeth Walk.Tickets for the Singapore River Cruise for all participants.Post-tour Transport:
If you require transport back to your hotel, the airport, the cruise centre or any other place in Singapore, a transfer fee of S$50 per group will be added to the total bill.
Exclusions:
Personal purchases in the course of this half-day Singapore tour. Personal travel insurance. Tips for tour guide and driver.To book or enquire about this half-day Singapore tour, fill in the form below. The organiser, Sharon from Summer Footprints Pte Ltd, will contact you to:
address your concerns, verify the number of people in your group, andprovide a final fare quote based on your group size.Once you confirm your booking, she will then guide you through the online payment process.
IF YOU ARE ENQUIRING ABOUT THIS TOUR IN OCTOBER 2011
This tour is run by the tour guides from Summer Footprints Pte Ltd. They normally respond to your queries within 24-48 hours. However, the guides will be on the road from 4 Oct 2011 to 26 Oct 2011 and will have limited Internet access during this time.
Therefore, they may not be able to reply to your queries on these days. However, all queries/bookings are still welcome - and the guides will get back to you from 27 Oct 2011 onwards.
'Culture & Heritage' Half-day Singapore Tour (morning itinerary)
Other Half-day Singapore Tours
Other Guided Singapore Tours
Customised Singapore Travel Package
Sep 24, Deepavali in Singapore 2010 - 7 Great Ways to Celebrate the Festival of Lights.
Deepavali in Singapore 2011... Head down to Serangoon Road for the Deepavali Light Up. And soak up the atmosphere in the temples.
If you are a Hindu, you probably won't need the information on this page. But for the rest of us, here are some tips to enjoy Deepavali in Singapore, come September-October 2011.
On this page:
[A Few Photos] [Deepavali Meaning] [Tips & Schedule for Visitors in 2011]
Firstly, a few photos to whet your appetite. I took these at the Deepavali Street Light Up in Little India. Truly, it's the Festival of Lights...
The Deepavali Light Up as seen from the junction of Bukit Timah Road and Serangoon Road.
The Deepavali Light Up in Little India gives a new meaning to the Festival of Lights. Look at this stretch of lights near the Sri Veerama Kaliamman Temple. Aren't they dizzying?
Oil lamps made out of gouched-out limes! Isn't this imaginative?
But limes have a special meaning in Hindu worship. They are usually used to symbolise protection. So the devotee who lit these lime-lamps was probably praying for protection, either for himself or for his family.
Deepavali in Sanskrit means 'rows of lights'. So it is quite apt to call Deepavali the 'Festival of Lights'.
There are several legends which explain why lamps are lit during Deepavali. But there seems to be a common theme about these legends: good will eventually overcome evil. So by lighting lamps during Deepavali, Hindus celebrate the victory of light over darkness.
It's a time to drop bad habits and bring on the good. It's a time to let knowledge triumph over ignorance. It represents the dawn of good things to come. Join in the fun - usher in the good times during Deepavali in Singapore!
No doubt about it, Little India is the place to be in the month leading to Deepavali Day. Want to enjoy Deepavali in Singapore 2011? Here are 7 suggestions:
Enjoy the Deepavali Street Light Up on Serangoon Road!
Dates: 23 Sep 2011 to 6 Nov 2011
Time: 7pm onwards
This is a must-do if you are planning on celebrating Deepavali in Singapore.
I can almost hear you say, 'Duh? Tell me something new, Gabriel!' Ok, here goes...
Go to Queen Street and head to the Albert Mall Trishaw Park near the Bugis Street Bazaar. Once there, join a Little India trishaw tour. This will take you down Serangoon Road, where the Light Up is most beautiful. (See the photos above.)
There are few things quite as enchanting as seeing the lights from a trishaw...
If you could turn up during the official opening (evening of 23 Sep 2011), consider heading down to watch the Switch On Ceremony for the Light Up.
Dine at one of Little India's vegetarian restaurants.
Get the trishaw rider to drop you off at one of many vegetarian restaurants in Little India. There are many but here are 2 of my favourites:
Komala Vilas Restaurant
76/78 Serangoon Road Chellas Restaurant
70 Serangoon Road
The most convenient of these temples is perhaps the Sri Veerama Kaliamman Temple at the junction of Serangoon Road and Belilios Lane. Mingle with the worshipers and figure out what each ritual means. Why the garlands on the deities? Why the giving out of bananas after prayers? Why the dotting of the forehead by the priests?
This is Hinduism 101 for the uninitiated. And you get a better sense of what Deepavali in Singapore means, away from the decorative lights.
Get your hand henna-painted at the Deepavali Bazaar (Campbell Lane).
See it as a temporary tatoo! And the artists will have a folio of sample designs for you to choose from.
Dates: 23 Sep 2011 till 25 Oct 2011
Time: From 11am, but an evening visit is recommended.
Watch the Thimithi Festival (Fire-walking Festival).
Some singing, dancing and merry-making. But watch the guys run over hot coals, barefooted.
Date & Time :
15 Oct 2011 late evening) to 16 Oct 2011 (early morning)
Venue: Sri Mariamman Temple, South Bridge Road
Countdown to Deepavali Day and Fireworks. Celebrate with the stars!
Join the stars from India and Singapore and countdown to Deepavali Day. Hosted by local celebrities from Vasantham Central channel.
Date: 25 Oct 2011
Time: 9pm onwards
Venue: Race Course Road near Little India MRT Station
Buy some sparklers from the Deepavali Bazaar and join in the merry-making.
24-Hour Shopping in Little India
Shopping for Deepavali in Singapore
View the original article here
If you are a Hindu, you probably won't need the information on this page. But for the rest of us, here are some tips to enjoy Deepavali in Singapore, come September-October 2011.
On this page:
[A Few Photos] [Deepavali Meaning] [Tips & Schedule for Visitors in 2011]
Firstly, a few photos to whet your appetite. I took these at the Deepavali Street Light Up in Little India. Truly, it's the Festival of Lights...
The Deepavali Light Up as seen from the junction of Bukit Timah Road and Serangoon Road.
The Deepavali Light Up in Little India gives a new meaning to the Festival of Lights. Look at this stretch of lights near the Sri Veerama Kaliamman Temple. Aren't they dizzying?
Oil lamps made out of gouched-out limes! Isn't this imaginative?
But limes have a special meaning in Hindu worship. They are usually used to symbolise protection. So the devotee who lit these lime-lamps was probably praying for protection, either for himself or for his family.
Deepavali in Sanskrit means 'rows of lights'. So it is quite apt to call Deepavali the 'Festival of Lights'.
There are several legends which explain why lamps are lit during Deepavali. But there seems to be a common theme about these legends: good will eventually overcome evil. So by lighting lamps during Deepavali, Hindus celebrate the victory of light over darkness.
It's a time to drop bad habits and bring on the good. It's a time to let knowledge triumph over ignorance. It represents the dawn of good things to come. Join in the fun - usher in the good times during Deepavali in Singapore!
No doubt about it, Little India is the place to be in the month leading to Deepavali Day. Want to enjoy Deepavali in Singapore 2011? Here are 7 suggestions:
Enjoy the Deepavali Street Light Up on Serangoon Road!
Dates: 23 Sep 2011 to 6 Nov 2011
Time: 7pm onwards
This is a must-do if you are planning on celebrating Deepavali in Singapore.
I can almost hear you say, 'Duh? Tell me something new, Gabriel!' Ok, here goes...
Go to Queen Street and head to the Albert Mall Trishaw Park near the Bugis Street Bazaar. Once there, join a Little India trishaw tour. This will take you down Serangoon Road, where the Light Up is most beautiful. (See the photos above.)
There are few things quite as enchanting as seeing the lights from a trishaw...
If you could turn up during the official opening (evening of 23 Sep 2011), consider heading down to watch the Switch On Ceremony for the Light Up.
Dine at one of Little India's vegetarian restaurants.
Get the trishaw rider to drop you off at one of many vegetarian restaurants in Little India. There are many but here are 2 of my favourites:
Komala Vilas Restaurant
76/78 Serangoon Road Chellas Restaurant
70 Serangoon Road
Vegetarian food is a major aspect of Hindu life.Wander into one of the 3 major temples on Serangoon Road.
The most convenient of these temples is perhaps the Sri Veerama Kaliamman Temple at the junction of Serangoon Road and Belilios Lane. Mingle with the worshipers and figure out what each ritual means. Why the garlands on the deities? Why the giving out of bananas after prayers? Why the dotting of the forehead by the priests?
This is Hinduism 101 for the uninitiated. And you get a better sense of what Deepavali in Singapore means, away from the decorative lights.
Get your hand henna-painted at the Deepavali Bazaar (Campbell Lane).
See it as a temporary tatoo! And the artists will have a folio of sample designs for you to choose from.
Dates: 23 Sep 2011 till 25 Oct 2011
Time: From 11am, but an evening visit is recommended.
Watch the Thimithi Festival (Fire-walking Festival).
Some singing, dancing and merry-making. But watch the guys run over hot coals, barefooted.
Date & Time :
15 Oct 2011 late evening) to 16 Oct 2011 (early morning)
Venue: Sri Mariamman Temple, South Bridge Road
Countdown to Deepavali Day and Fireworks. Celebrate with the stars!
Join the stars from India and Singapore and countdown to Deepavali Day. Hosted by local celebrities from Vasantham Central channel.
Date: 25 Oct 2011
Time: 9pm onwards
Venue: Race Course Road near Little India MRT Station
Buy some sparklers from the Deepavali Bazaar and join in the merry-making.
24-Hour Shopping in Little India Shopping for Deepavali in SingaporeView the original article here
May 31, Fireworks in Singapore - When and Where to See Them.
I've received many emails asking me when and where to see fireworks in Singapore.
So I decided to put everything I know into one page for everybody's benefit.
If you discover a great spot to see these fireworks, do use the form below and tell us about it.
Fireworks will be launched during Chinese New Year 2011:
In Chinatown:
When: 2 Feb 2011, 11.59pm.
Where: Eu Tong Sen Street near Chinatown MRT Station.
Event: Chinese New Year Countdown Concert
At Marina Bay:
Where: Marina Bay, near the Floating Platform.
When: 1 Feb 2011, during the River Hongbao Opening Ceremony2 Feb 2011, during River Hongbao Chinese New Year Countdown Concert SINGAPORE NATIONAL DAY PARADE & REHEARSALS
Singapore National Day Rehearsals (NE Shows, Saturdays):
NE Show 1 - 9 July 2011 NE Show 2 - 16 July 2011 NE Show 3 - 23 July 2011
(NE Shows are 'full dress rehearsals' of the National Day Parade. They are watched by primary school students.)
30 July 2011 - Preview Parade for Singapore National Day 2011
9 Aug 2011 - Singapore National Day 2011
Where:
NDP Fireworks will be launched from around the National Day Parade venue (The Float @ Marina Bay). Watch this space for updates nearer National Day 2011.
What Time: At the end of the Show Segment of NDP (likely from 7.30pm).
More about Singapore National Day 2011; Past Years' Fireworks
IMPORTANT NOTE:
In the event of bad weather (or for health safety and other pertinent reasons), the NE Shows and Parades may be delayed, cut short or postponed. If this happens, the fireworks will be similarly affected.
SINGAPORE FIREWORKS CELEBRATIONS
Aug/Sep 2011: Singapore Fireworks Celebrations
(Not held in 2010! To be confirmed!)
Ticketed event at Marina Bay Floating Platform.
(As of May 2011, there is still no confirmation of the Fireworks Celebrations.)
31 December 2011: Marina Bay Countdown to 2012
At midnight, but you need to be there by 10pm to stand a chance. Draws the thickest crowd in the fireworks calendar.
Apart from the free-to-view spots listed on this page, you may also pay to watch the fireworks from the Marina Bay Floating Platform.
Best Picnic and Photography Spots to Watch Fireworks in Singapore:
Map showing the spots to watch fireworks in Singapore.
The Esplanade Theatre Waterfront Promenade
A very convenient spot overall. You need to find a good spot if you don't want to see the construction sites in your fireworks photos.
The Esplanade Bridge
A good place if you want the Merlion included in your fireworks photos. However, you still need to a wide-angle lens because the fireworks are pretty near. This spot is incredibly crowded during the New Year's Eve Countdown fireworks.
Merlion Park
Go to the Merlion Park if you want to hear the loud booms and to feel the fireworks 'falling on you'. A difficult place to get everything into your camera unless you use a fish eye lens or a wide-angle lens. Suitable to take children to, but crowded. You'll need to get there early and occupy the kids meaningfully.
Clifford Pier
A small area available to the public. Better if you book a seat at One on the Bund restaurant (see below).
The Promontory @ Marina Boulevard
This spot was a fireworks photographer's favourite before the re-construction took place. You get sweeping views across the water towards the Marina Bay hotels. Now refurbished, it's a lovely green space. Likely the venue of some carnival or fair during fireworks night and therefore a good spot to take kids to. Some photos of fireworks as seen from Marina Boulevard.
Marina Bay Sands Waterfront Boardwalk
This newly completed timber boardwalk is situated just in front of Marina Bay Sands. It takes you all the way to the water's edge.
Helix Bridge
The spiralling steelwork may hinder your view of the fireworks. But it also creates an interesting perspective. There are also uninterrupted platform areas that protrude over the waters, which offers an interesting vantage view over the skyline.
Marina Barrage
Farther away than all the other viewing spots, but offer a 'sense' of seclusion. Take the MRT to Marina South Station. Then SBS Bus No. 400 or the Marina Barrage Shuttle Bus to the Barrage.
Swissotel the Stamford Ritz Carlton Millenia Singapore Highly recommended. Want to see the fireworks while soaking in a bath tub? This is it. Compare and find the best rates for Ritz Carlton Millenia. The Fullerton Hotel May not have the height of all the other hotels. But this heritage gem is closest to the action and has rooms that face the fireworks area. Compare and find the best rates for Fullerton Hotel Singapore. Mandarin Oriental Singapore Marina Mandarin Hotel Singapore Pan Pacific Singapore Marina Bay
Remember to book a room facing Marina Bay!
The restaurants listed here are for their views of fireworks in Singapore Marina Bay. There is no judgement on the quality of their food.
Equinox Restaurant (Level 70, Swissotel the Stamford) See the fireworks from 226m up. You literally are above the fireworks!Book way in advance. Hai Tien Lo (Level 37, Pan Pacific Singapore Hotel, Tel: +65 6826 8240) Cantonese food, including Peking Duck.Request for table near the window. Dolce Vita (Mandarin Oriental, Tel: +65 6885 3551) Posh Italian restaurant - dine indoors or on the pool terrace. The Axis Bar & Lounge (Mandarin Oriental, Tel: +65 6885 3098) The Lighthouse (Fullerton Hotel, Tel: +65 6877 8933) In a spot where a lighthouse used to be.Italian cuisine.You need to book early and ask for a table by the window. One Fullerton Restaurants Sano Bar - fine Lebanese food, Tel: +65 64239182Pierside Kitchen & Bar - Tel: +65 6438 0400Palm Beach Seafood Restaurant - Chinese seafood restaurant, Tel: +65 6423 0040Starbucks - we all know this one. Orgo (Roof Terrace @ Esplanade Theatres, Tel: +65 63369366) Chill out at the open-air area or in one of the air-conditioned glass capsules. Al Dente Trattoria @ Esplanade (Colours by the Bay, Tel: +65 6341 9188) Italian fare served on a roof-top terrace overlooking Marina Bay. One on the Bund (Clifford Pier, Tel: +65 6221 0004) You need to book a table at the al fresco area.
Please note that if the fireworks are launched from the Esplanade Bridge, views from these restaurants may be obscured.
Singapore Fireworks Celebrations 2008 Photos
Chinese New Year Fireworks in Singapore
Singapore National Day Fireworks Photos
Singapore National Day Videos: Fireworks & Other Shows
NDP Fireworks Photos Taken from Marina East Gardens (before the works).
Have you taken a nice shot of fireworks in Singapore? How about sharing it with us? Or do you know of a nice spot to watch the fireworks, which I have missed out? Let us know.
What Other Visitors Have Shared
Click below to see contributions from other visitors to this page...
Page author: Gabriel Tan. All rights reserved.
Page updated: 20 Jan 2011.
View the original article here
So I decided to put everything I know into one page for everybody's benefit.
If you discover a great spot to see these fireworks, do use the form below and tell us about it.
Fireworks will be launched during Chinese New Year 2011:
In Chinatown:
When: 2 Feb 2011, 11.59pm.
Where: Eu Tong Sen Street near Chinatown MRT Station.
Event: Chinese New Year Countdown Concert
At Marina Bay:
Where: Marina Bay, near the Floating Platform.
When: 1 Feb 2011, during the River Hongbao Opening Ceremony2 Feb 2011, during River Hongbao Chinese New Year Countdown Concert SINGAPORE NATIONAL DAY PARADE & REHEARSALS
Singapore National Day Rehearsals (NE Shows, Saturdays):
NE Show 1 - 9 July 2011 NE Show 2 - 16 July 2011 NE Show 3 - 23 July 2011
(NE Shows are 'full dress rehearsals' of the National Day Parade. They are watched by primary school students.)
30 July 2011 - Preview Parade for Singapore National Day 2011
9 Aug 2011 - Singapore National Day 2011
Where:
NDP Fireworks will be launched from around the National Day Parade venue (The Float @ Marina Bay). Watch this space for updates nearer National Day 2011.
What Time: At the end of the Show Segment of NDP (likely from 7.30pm).
More about Singapore National Day 2011; Past Years' Fireworks
IMPORTANT NOTE:
In the event of bad weather (or for health safety and other pertinent reasons), the NE Shows and Parades may be delayed, cut short or postponed. If this happens, the fireworks will be similarly affected.
SINGAPORE FIREWORKS CELEBRATIONS
Aug/Sep 2011: Singapore Fireworks Celebrations
(Not held in 2010! To be confirmed!)
Ticketed event at Marina Bay Floating Platform.
(As of May 2011, there is still no confirmation of the Fireworks Celebrations.)
31 December 2011: Marina Bay Countdown to 2012
At midnight, but you need to be there by 10pm to stand a chance. Draws the thickest crowd in the fireworks calendar.
Apart from the free-to-view spots listed on this page, you may also pay to watch the fireworks from the Marina Bay Floating Platform.
Best Picnic and Photography Spots to Watch Fireworks in Singapore:
Map showing the spots to watch fireworks in Singapore.
The Esplanade Theatre Waterfront Promenade
A very convenient spot overall. You need to find a good spot if you don't want to see the construction sites in your fireworks photos.
The Esplanade Bridge
A good place if you want the Merlion included in your fireworks photos. However, you still need to a wide-angle lens because the fireworks are pretty near. This spot is incredibly crowded during the New Year's Eve Countdown fireworks.
Merlion Park
Go to the Merlion Park if you want to hear the loud booms and to feel the fireworks 'falling on you'. A difficult place to get everything into your camera unless you use a fish eye lens or a wide-angle lens. Suitable to take children to, but crowded. You'll need to get there early and occupy the kids meaningfully.
Clifford Pier
A small area available to the public. Better if you book a seat at One on the Bund restaurant (see below).
The Promontory @ Marina Boulevard
This spot was a fireworks photographer's favourite before the re-construction took place. You get sweeping views across the water towards the Marina Bay hotels. Now refurbished, it's a lovely green space. Likely the venue of some carnival or fair during fireworks night and therefore a good spot to take kids to. Some photos of fireworks as seen from Marina Boulevard.
Marina Bay Sands Waterfront Boardwalk
This newly completed timber boardwalk is situated just in front of Marina Bay Sands. It takes you all the way to the water's edge.
Helix Bridge
The spiralling steelwork may hinder your view of the fireworks. But it also creates an interesting perspective. There are also uninterrupted platform areas that protrude over the waters, which offers an interesting vantage view over the skyline.
Marina Barrage
Farther away than all the other viewing spots, but offer a 'sense' of seclusion. Take the MRT to Marina South Station. Then SBS Bus No. 400 or the Marina Barrage Shuttle Bus to the Barrage.
Swissotel the Stamford Ritz Carlton Millenia Singapore Highly recommended. Want to see the fireworks while soaking in a bath tub? This is it. Compare and find the best rates for Ritz Carlton Millenia. The Fullerton Hotel May not have the height of all the other hotels. But this heritage gem is closest to the action and has rooms that face the fireworks area. Compare and find the best rates for Fullerton Hotel Singapore. Mandarin Oriental Singapore Marina Mandarin Hotel Singapore Pan Pacific Singapore Marina Bay
Remember to book a room facing Marina Bay!
The restaurants listed here are for their views of fireworks in Singapore Marina Bay. There is no judgement on the quality of their food.
Equinox Restaurant (Level 70, Swissotel the Stamford) See the fireworks from 226m up. You literally are above the fireworks!Book way in advance. Hai Tien Lo (Level 37, Pan Pacific Singapore Hotel, Tel: +65 6826 8240) Cantonese food, including Peking Duck.Request for table near the window. Dolce Vita (Mandarin Oriental, Tel: +65 6885 3551) Posh Italian restaurant - dine indoors or on the pool terrace. The Axis Bar & Lounge (Mandarin Oriental, Tel: +65 6885 3098) The Lighthouse (Fullerton Hotel, Tel: +65 6877 8933) In a spot where a lighthouse used to be.Italian cuisine.You need to book early and ask for a table by the window. One Fullerton Restaurants Sano Bar - fine Lebanese food, Tel: +65 64239182Pierside Kitchen & Bar - Tel: +65 6438 0400Palm Beach Seafood Restaurant - Chinese seafood restaurant, Tel: +65 6423 0040Starbucks - we all know this one. Orgo (Roof Terrace @ Esplanade Theatres, Tel: +65 63369366) Chill out at the open-air area or in one of the air-conditioned glass capsules. Al Dente Trattoria @ Esplanade (Colours by the Bay, Tel: +65 6341 9188) Italian fare served on a roof-top terrace overlooking Marina Bay. One on the Bund (Clifford Pier, Tel: +65 6221 0004) You need to book a table at the al fresco area.
Please note that if the fireworks are launched from the Esplanade Bridge, views from these restaurants may be obscured.
Singapore Fireworks Celebrations 2008 Photos Chinese New Year Fireworks in Singapore Singapore National Day Fireworks Photos Singapore National Day Videos: Fireworks & Other ShowsNDP Fireworks Photos Taken from Marina East Gardens (before the works).
Have you taken a nice shot of fireworks in Singapore? How about sharing it with us? Or do you know of a nice spot to watch the fireworks, which I have missed out? Let us know.
What Other Visitors Have Shared
Click below to see contributions from other visitors to this page...
Page author: Gabriel Tan. All rights reserved.
Page updated: 20 Jan 2011.
View the original article here
Sunday, 9 October 2011
Aug 26, Singapore Lantern Festival 2011 - Enchanting Lanterns, Fireworks & Celebrations.
Singapore Lantern Festival 2011
Highlight Events in Chinatown
Street Light Up. Lanterns galore! Festive Bazaar. Buy delicious mooncakes and snag a handmade lantern. Lantern Procession. Take the kids there and join in.Highlight Events @ Chinese Gardens
Giant lanterns, games, food stalls, stage performances.On this page:
[Tips for Visitors - The Festival in 2011] [Singapore Lantern Festival Photos]
The Lantern Festival ("Mid-autumn Festival") falls on the 8th Lunar Month, which runs from 30 Aug 2011 to 25 Sep 2011.
Here are the highlights for Singapore Lantern Festival 2011...
Lantern Festival Events in Chinatown Chinatown Lantern Festival Street Light Up Huge lanterns and fairy lights brightened up Eu Tong Sen Street, New Bridge Road and the street bazaars along the side streets. From Sat, 30 Aug 2011 to 25 Sep 2011. From 7pm till late nightly. Lantern Festival Opening Night.The festival will be launched on the evening (7pm-10pm) of Tuesday, 30 Aug 2011 near Chinatown MRT - with a flurry of energetic activities. Enjoy the lantern street parade, lion dance performance and fireworks. Street Bazaar Pagoda Street, Terrenganu Street, Sago Street and Chinatown Complex become pretty busy with vendors selling mooncakes, savouries, lanterns and other festive wares. From Mon, 29 Aug 2011 to Mon, 12 Sep 2011. From 11am till late daily. Stage Shows A good mix of traditional and comtemporary entertainmnet at Kreta Ayer Square (near Buddha Tooth Relic Temple). From Tue, 30 Aug 2011 to Mon, 12 Sep 2011. From 8-10pm nightly.Mass Lantern Procession From 7.30pm to 10pm on Sat, 10 Sep 2011. The procession starts at the open field near Outram MRT Station and loops around Eu Tong Sen Street back to the heart of Chinatown. Join in with your own lanterns! Lantern Festival @ Chinese Gardens Check out the huge lanterns over 8 hectares of the Chinese Gardens. This year's theme: The World of Legends. Find also food stalls, carnival games and cultural performances. Nightly, 26 Aug - 18 Sep 2011. Tickets: $12 per adult, $8 per child (11 years and younger).
Photos from 'Hello Kitty Go Races' Lantern Fantasy 2008 at the Chinese Garden. It's quite surreal, actually...
Argggh... How we miss those huge lanterns at Chinese Gardens in years past...
Lanterns at the River Hong Bao Carnival (Chinese New Year)
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