Category: Singapore

Queen Mary 2 welcomed in Hong Kong

Queen Mary 2 welcomed in Hong Kong

By on Mar 02, 2007 in Asia, China, Cruises & Boat Travel, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Regions, Singapore, Speciality Travel
The largest vessel ever to grace Hong Kong’s waters, the Queen Mary 2,  has been  welcomed into Victoria Harbour with a dazzling performance of the “Symphony of Lights” laser show. The ship is on her maiden round-the-world voyage; it departed Fort Lauderdale in January and is now heading for Singapore and Kuala Lumpur.
Mövenpick Treasure Resort Sentosa

Mövenpick Treasure Resort Sentosa

By on Feb 12, 2007 in Accommodation, Asia, Hotels, Regions, Singapore, Thailand
Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts is taking another major step in its expansion into Asia. In mid-2006 the Swiss hotel group took over a holiday resort on Phuket/Thailand; now it has just signed a management agreement with Maxz Universal Development Group for a new development on Sentosa Island, Singapore. The resort is scheduled to open at

Singapore Airlines new business class

By on Jan 03, 2007 in Air Travel, Asia, Regions, Singapore, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Videos
A couple of television commercials for Singapore Airlines new business class, ‘by far the most spacious business class seat in the world’.

Singapore Airlines new first class

By on Jan 03, 2007 in Air Travel, Asia, Regions, Singapore, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Videos
A couple of television commercials for Singapore Airlines new first class, hailed as ‘the most exclusive ever’.
Bespoke shopping in south-east Asia with Style Clinic by Astin Brown Inc.

Bespoke shopping in south-east Asia with Style Clinic by Astin Brown Inc.

By on Oct 03, 2006 in Asia, India, Regions, Singapore
Travel to Singapore and Mumbai for 8 days and shop. Find the right things to buy for yourself, home and ‘shopping list others’. Discover the cultural spirit of these cities by joining Style Clinic by Astin Brown Inc. Part of the swish things they do is create bespoke shopping and spirit tours to some of
Essence of Shangri-La

Essence of Shangri-La

By on Sep 13, 2006 in Accommodation, Asia, China, Hotels, Indonesia, Malaysia, Middle East, Regions, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, United Arab Emirates
Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts has introduced a signature “Essence of Shangri-La” scent in the lobbies of selected Shangri-La hotels and resorts in China, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand and the United Arab Emirates. The scent is fresh and clean, subtly Asian, and is said to evoke sensations of serenity and calm. The delicate aroma has
M Hotel, Singapore

M Hotel, Singapore

By on Jun 25, 2006 in Accommodation, Asia, Hotels, Regions, Singapore, Special Offers & Packages, Travel Miscellany
Indulge in a weekend away from the bustling activities in town and sleepover at the stylish M Hotel, located in the heart of Singapore’s Business District.   Upgrade yourself to a suite stay and have a spa treatment at [email protected] to ease away your wearies.   One night’s stay in Superior Room  starts from  S$168,
Charity eBay auction by Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts

Charity eBay auction by Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts

By on Jun 05, 2006 in Accommodation, Asia, Australia, China, Fiji, Hong Kong, Hotels, India, Indonesia, Middle East, Oceania, Oman, Regions, Resorts, Singapore, Thailand
Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts is planning a global eBay charity auction to benefit Care for Children on 7th June 2006. Shangri-La hotels have created 14 exclusive luxury travel experiences with a combined retail value of over US$100,000 for the 10-day online auction, which will end on 17th June. The auction packages will feature metropolitan destinations
Singapore Arts Festival set to create a stir in 2006

Singapore Arts Festival set to create a stir in 2006

By on Jun 02, 2006 in Asia, Events, Regions, Singapore, Travel Miscellany
The annual Singapore Arts Festival is celebrating 20 years of providing world-class entertainment in the dance, theatre and music categories right to the forefront of Singapore. The event began yesterday and will run until 25th June 2006, and will surely reaffirm Singapore’s reputation as being a leading city in the South East Asia region, showcasing
New luxury terminal at Changi Airport

New luxury terminal at Changi Airport

By on May 20, 2006 in Air Travel, Asia, Regions, Singapore, Speciality Travel
Changi Airport, recently voted the Best Airport in Asia for the twentieth time in a row, is to open Asia’s first luxury terminal, designed for CIPs (Commercially Important Person). The terminal will allow those who are prepared to pay to board much more quickly and cut on otherwise long immigration and security checks.   The
Rice Dumpling Festival

Rice Dumpling Festival

By on May 14, 2006 in Accommodation, Asia, Events, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, Singapore, Travel Miscellany
If you’re in Singapore, head to the Copthorne  Orchid Hotel to celebrate the Rice Dumpling Festival with Hua Ting’s mouth-watering dumplings. Their award-winning veteran Masterchef Chan Kwok is known for his specialty dumplings and this year, he will present his new creation – XO Rice Dumpling with Sliced Pork and Chinese Mushrooms. The event starts
New Majestic Hotel in Singapore's historic Chinatown

New Majestic Hotel in Singapore's historic Chinatown

By on May 14, 2006 in Accommodation, Asia, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, Singapore
The Singapore hotel scene has seen the addition of the New Majestic Hotel in Chinatown. The hotel features 30 rooms, individually designed by emerging Singaporean artists. The Majestic Restaurant within the hotel pairs modern Cantonese cuisine with some of Singapore’s best wines. The hotel was opened earlier this year by former lawyer Loh Lik Peng
Best airport in Asia?

Best airport in Asia?

By on May 08, 2006 in Air Travel, Asia, Magazines, Regions, Singapore, Speciality Travel, Travel Equipment, Travel Literature
Changi Airport has been voted ‘Best Airport Asia’ for an impressive 20th time on the trot in  an annual survey conducted by the Hong Kong-based publication CargoNews Asia. It’s also received awards recently from both DestinAsian magazine, a luxury travel publication, and from the the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore.
Top skylines in the world

Top skylines in the world

By on May 06, 2006 in Asia, Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, Europe, Germany, Hong Kong, Illinois, Japan, Malaysia, Middle East, New York, North America, Oceania, Pennsylvania, Regions, Singapore, South America, South Korea, Texas, United Arab Emirates, USA, Washington, Western Europe
According to diserio.com, the best skyline in the world is that of Hong Kong, pictured right. Personally, 15th-placed Seattle gets my vote, thanks to the beautiful backdrop of Mount Rainier. The article sums up the top 18 skylines in the world as: 1. Hong Kong (China) 2. Chicago (USA) 3. Shanghai (China) 4. New York
Raffles CEO receives top honour in Singapore

Raffles CEO receives top honour in Singapore

By on Mar 16, 2006 in Accommodation, Asia, Attractions, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Singapore
Jennie Chua, president and CEO of Raffles Holdings,  has been  awarded the Outstanding Contribution to Tourism Award at Singapore Tourism Board’s (STB) 20th Tourism Awards. Other notable winners included The Ritz-Carlton, Millennia Singapore (Best Accommodation Experience, Deluxe Hotel) and Singapore Zoo (Best Leisure Attraction Experience).
Luxury hotel chains expanding

Luxury hotel chains expanding

By on Jan 30, 2006 in Accommodation, Asia, Cambodia, Hotels, Regions, Singapore, Worldwide
It has emerged today that Saudi billionaire Prince Alwaleed bin Talal and Colony Capital will pay $3.9 billion to buy Fairmont Hotels & Resorts Inc. in order to  expand  upon an  international luxury chain. Last year, Colony Capital bought the hotel business of Raffles Holdings for $859 million, gaining several historic hotels in Asia including