Posted July 14, 2009 by BookingBuddy
With many airlines now offering cheap flights to Singapore, why not take advantage of the low fares and hop on a plane to the Lion City? Its equatorial location means you’ll enjoy excellent tropical weather all year round. And even though it’s a bustling cityscape with skyscrapers galore, you’ll still be able to escape to secluded spots around the island for if you need some peace and quiet. The country is also a well-known gastronomic hotspot; so make sure you take some time out to feast in a hawker centre.
Stay Sentosa Resort And Spa – Make your way over to this resort hotel on an island off the mainland if you’re looking to relax. The name ‘Sentosa’ stands for peace and tranquillity in Malay, and you’ll find plenty of that here. Whether you’re spending some time relaxing in the rejuvenating mud pools or working out in the Seven Eden Wellness Centre, you’re sure to emerge from the resort feeling good about yourself. Rooms start from about £100 per night.
See The Night Safari – Experience one of the most unique zoos in the world, where the gates open when most other zoos shut theirs. You’ll be able to come face-to-face with rhinos, hyenas and giraffes on a tram ride that takes you through eight geographical zones simulating the animals’ natural habitat. If you’re the adventurous type, then take a walk through the three trails. Be dwarfed by century-old giant trees on the Forest Giants Trail, or come up close with large wild animals on the Fishing Cat and Leopard Trails. Tickets cost about £10 for adults, with concessions available.
EatLau Pa Sat Food Centre – This Victorian structure in the city centre houses a bustling hawker centre with multiple stores under its filigreed cast-iron roof. With a wide variety of delicious local food on offer, you’ll be hard pressed picking just one dish to try. Why not spend a couple of hours in there stuffing your face? Tuck into succulent chilli crab, or a bowl of creamy, spicy laksa. Don’t leave without ordering the country’s ‘national dish’ chicken rice – boiled chicken served with fragrant rice – simple yet unbelievably tasty. Most dishes range between £1 - £2.
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Posted May 28, 2009 by BookingBuddy
Singapore is a regional hub for many airlines, with many currently offering cheap flights to Singapore. Its compact size makes it the perfect stopover destination. The city-state is renowned as a gastronomic paradise, and offers a wide range of cuisines to satisfy your tastebuds. And for shopaholics, the islands many shopping malls and department stores are guaranteed to burn a deep hole in your wallet. When you’re tired from all that shopping and eating, you’ll need somewhere to rest your weary head – here, we offer three choices for your consideration.
Splurge – Raffles Hotel
Step back into the country’s colonial past and book yourself a room in Singapore’s most renowned hotel. The famous Singapore Sling cocktail was invented in the hotel’s Long Bar nearly a hundred years ago. With over twelve dining establishments and a large shopping arcade within its historic grounds, you’ll never even have to leave the hotel if you don’t want to. Have break by the pool and walk in the footsteps of Somerset Maugham, Elizabeth Taylor, Ava Gardner and Charlie Chaplin, all of whom have also enjoyed the hotel’s luxurious services.
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Mid-range – Mandarin Oriental
For sensational harbour views, look no further than this waterfront hotel. Located by bustling Marina Bay, the Mandarin Oriental is a short hop to the city’s business and entertainment districts. There are a number of highly praised restaurants within the hotel that offer a wide range of cuisines. And if sampling them all has taken its toll on your waistline, then head to their Fitness Studio to arrange a one-on-one session with their personal trainers.
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Budget – Holiday Inn Atrium
While a little bit out of the way, this riverside hotel offers guests free shuttle bus rides to the shopping hotspots of Orchard Road and Clarke Quay. And if you feel like stepping out in your newly bought finery, there is a whole host of bars and clubs located nearby at Mohammed Sultan Road for you to dance the night away. The hotel itself offers two restaurants, or if you’re up for some local cuisine, Chinatown and Little India are nearby, with cafes and restaurants that stay open till the wee hours of the night.
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