Manila Bulletin
November 19, 2012
Singapore Airlines (SIA), in cooperation with the Singapore Tourism Board (STB), gives more reasons to celebrate the holiday season in the Lion City with the launch of its all-inclusive, value-loaded and memorable holiday packages.
The merrymaking season can be best enjoyed by families, barkadas and couples through some of Asia’s most highly anticipated experiences and events that can only be found in Singapore. Filipinos can visit and be amazed by the “Supertrees” at the iconic Gardens By The Bay, get dazzled by the yearly “Christmas Light Up” in Orchard Road, or dive into marine wonders at the world’s largest oceanarium, Marine Life Park. But beyond the sights, sounds and experiences, the city is sure to bring unforgettable bonding memories that visitors can bring back home.
“This season, we invite you to celebrate your holidays in Singapore and your holiday starts the moment you board Singapore Airlines,” Ranjan Jha, SIA general manager for the Philippines, Guam and USTT, announced.
Onboard SIA’s wide-body Boeing 777 aircraft, flying four times daily from Manila to Singapore, passengers will enjoy SIA’s spacious seats, experience the state-of-the-art KrisWorld in-flight entertainment system featuring more than 1,000 entertainment options, World Gourmet Cuisine and the multi-awarded inflight service.
Three New Packages
The three new packages come with a round-trip Economy Class ticket from Manila, Cebu or Davao via SIA or SilkAir (a full-service carrier); round-trip airport transfers; two-night, twin-share hotel accommodation with daily breakfasts; selected tour or attraction; taxes and fuel surcharges.
Starting at $575 per person, friends looking for a holiday adventure can take advantage of the Barkada Fun package, which lets passengers choose one from any of six Singapore Original Walks. Singapore Original Walks is led by unconventional researcher-guides who take travelers off the beaten track to the city’s best-kept secret haunts. For instance, a certified barkada hit would be The Tipple Exchange, which features a pub crawl at charming pubs with the sunset as the backdrop. Travelers also enjoy drink discounts.
Other walks that can be availed for an extra SGD20 to SGD25 per person include the Colonial Walk, Market Walk, Sultans and Spice Walk, and Secrets of the Red Lantern Walk.
Meanwhile, the Family Getaway package starts at $618 per person and includes a Noon Play Pass to Sentosa. Dubbed as Asia’s Favorite Playground, Sentosa is home to an exciting array of themed attractions, award-winning spa retreats, lush rainforests, golden sandy beaches, resort accommodations, world-renowned golf-courses and a deep-water yachting marina spread over 500 hectares. The first 100 passengers to book a Family Getaway package will get an upgrade from a Noon Play Pass to a Day Play Pass. A Noon Play Pass is valid from 2:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. and allows admission to four of 17 attractions such as Skyline Luge, Wave House and the Maritime Experiential Museum.
Finally, the Romantic Escapade package, which starts at $648 per person, includes a Reserve B ticket to the Tony-award winning musical “Jersey Boys,” a musical based on the story of one of the most successful 1960s rock ’n roll groups, The Four Seasons. The show will run from November 20 to February 17, 2013. Since opening on Broadway in 2005, Jersey Boys has been well-received in various stages around the world.
Passengers who avail of any of the three packages also get a 14 percent discount on the Singapore Tripper Pass, a sightseeing Smart Card that gives visitors the flexibility of exploring up to 20 of Singapore’s exciting attractions (including Universal Studios and Night Safari) at discounted rates and on their own time. It also functions as an EZ-Link card for use on public transport.
SIA and SilkAir passengers also get up to 20 percent discount with the Boarding Pass Privileges program in participating stores and attractions within seven days of travel, and a 50 percent discount on the SIA Hop-on Bus by presenting their boarding pass.
Packages may be purchased until January 31, 2013. Travel must be completed by March 31, 2013. Peak period surcharge applies.
To cap off these amazing treats from Singapore Airlines, the Singapore Tourism Board is also launching its year-round online photo contest entitled, “Share Your Singapore Moments.” Starting this November, monthly contest themes will be announced on Singapore Tourism Board’s Facebook page, YourSingaporePhilippines, and one lucky winner every month will walk away with a special Singapore item.
“We at Singapore Tourism Board are constantly looking for ways to give back to our loyal Filipino travelers and what could be a better way than to launch an online photo contest that involves three of Filipinos’ favorite things: Facebook, Photos and Singapore,” says Sherina Chan, Singapore Tourism Board area director for the Philippines and Brunei.
Visit singaporeair.com, call the SIA Tours Desk at (2) 753-5151 to 52, 756-8899 extension 7001 or 7002, or call your local travel agent for more details. For more information on Singapore, visit yoursingapore.com and www.facebook.com/YourSingaporePhilippines.
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