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Silly Season Hits Singapore |
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Written by Singapore Tourism Board
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Wednesday, 31 May 2006 |
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Shopping, shows and sumptuous food: silly season hits Singapore this winter
You'd be forgiven for thinking Christmas had come early this year in
Singapore, with the Lion City hosting festivals galore during the
coming months. From a serious shopfest to a taste spectacular and an
arts and entertainment extravaganza, forget the winter blues and fire
up in sunny Singapore.
 Just seven hours by plane from Australia's east coast, Singapore averages temperatures in the high 20s all year around. But enjoying an endless summer is only one of the reasons to visit Singapore this winter.
"With a jam-packed calendar of events from June through to August, Singapore is an ideal way for Australians to beat the winter blues," said Mr Kevin Leong, Regional Director Oceania, Singapore Tourism Board.
This year's Great Singapore Sale kicked off on 26 May, and whether you adore a bargain or love designer wear it truly is not to be missed. Shopaholics from around the globe will flock to the Lion City between late May and 23 July for eight long weeks of massive markdowns, terrific competitions, and a vibrant party atmosphere. Electrical goods, jewellery, gifts, homewares, childrenswear and adult fashions will be discounted by 70% off the marked prices and stores and malls island-wide will be opening late to accommodate evening and night shopping expeditions, so leave plenty of space in your suitcase.
If culture is what you crave, award-winning performers from around the world will converge upon Singapore during June for the 20th annual Singapore Arts Festival. This year, the packed programme really does offer something for everyone, from children's entertainment to outdoor events, from free shows to classical music, from incredible contemporary dance to traditional Asian culture, with several shows staging their world premiere during the three-week spectacle from 1 - 25 June.
Most foodies know that July is Singapore's feasting month with the Singapore Food Festival holding court from 1 - 31 July. Eating is one of life's joys in Singapore, 24 hours a day, and during the July celebrations restaurants will be serving up the whole range of local cuisine to satisfy all palates - and budgets. From five-star dining to the traditional hawker markets, enjoy dishes such as the renowned Singapore Chilli Crab, spicy satays, and traditional Indian Roti Prata.
However there is more to the Singapore Food Festival than simply eating your fill - join a heritage food tour, or perhaps take a culinary class to master Singaporean delights you can serve up back home. Wash it all down with a Singapore Sling at the acclaimed Raffles Hotel, or throw back a Tiger Beer, Singapore's local brew.
The carnival atmosphere continues into August, with a host of celebrations planned to mark Singapore's National Day on 9 August, and throughout the month-long Celebrate Singapore festival.
What ever time of year you choose to visit, you won't want to miss the authenticity of Singapore's ethnic quarters, where you can spend hours (or days!) meandering through the lanes and alleys of Chinatown, Little India, Arab Street, or Kampong Glam, where you'll find market stalls selling everything from watches to health tonics, food to fabrics.
After some serious retail therapy, head for the great outdoors. Take a boat ride to discover the many tiny islands and inlets of the South China Sea, kick back on a magnificent harbour cruise, swim with the pink dolphins at Dolphin Lagoon, or spend an afternoon waterskiing.
Away from the water, lose yourself in the fascinating colour, fragrance, lush gardens, tropical greenery and plentiful parklands of the ‘Garden City of the East'.
Whatever your interest - nature, water sports, eating out, shopping, music, performing arts or culture - Singapore has it in spades this winter. So shed your woollies, switch off the heater, forget the flu, and join in Singapore's perpetual summer.
Package to Singapore start from $1229* (ex Sydney), $1210* (Ex Melbourne), $1211* (ex Brisbane) and $1229* (ex Adelaide) twin share including return economy air travel with Qantas/British airways, 4 nights accommodation at New Park hotel, Uniquely Shop & Eat Tour and return airport/hotel transfers. For further information, contact Qantas Holidays on 13 14 15.
For further information about unique ways to spend your days in Singapore log onto www.visitsingapore.com or call the Singapore Tourism Board on (02) 9290 2888.
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Last Updated ( Thursday, 01 June 2006 )
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