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The Great Singapore Sale 2013 – Calling All Shoppers

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Singapore has come a long way since it was just a small British trading outpost. Despite being a tiny island, the “Lion City” is currently a global hub for commerce and a highly popular vacation spot. The country’s appeal as a tourist destination is mainly due to the large profusion of attractions found here and the numerous events that are held here each year. The island’s calendar is packed full of festivals, concerts and parties, and tourists are bound to find something to do no matter what time of the year they visit.

The Great Singapore Sale is one event that is highly anticipated by locals and foreigners alike. Held every year, this massive island wide sale fiesta attracts the participation of almost every shop in the country, making Singapore an even better shopping destination than it already is. Visitors can take advantage of extended opening hours to do some late night shopping, ride the thrill from finding a great bargain and even win prizes on top of that. It is the ultimate shopping experience.

In 2013, the Great Singapore Sale will be held between the 31st of May and the 28th of July. This year’s edition is extra special since it marks the event’s twentieth anniversary. While most shops have sales and promotions, watch out for shops that have special privileges for tourists. Some shops also offer special discounts for using certain credit cards so come armed with your plastic arsenal. A country accustomed to millions of visitors annually, Singapore has excellent facilities. The local transport system is efficient and extensive, covering nearly every part of the country. Restaurants and other food places are abundant and one has the freedom to choose from a range of different cuisine. One can also find plenty of accommodation options to suit any budget.

Tourists who want to stay at the premium serviced apartments Singapore is famous for can try La Residenza Serviced Suites. They have different styles of apartments to choose from and they all come with modern amenities. The place occupies a central location which makes it very easy for guests to get around. It is definitely one of the best Singapore apartment hotels around and is suitable for both business and leisure travellers.

Angela Fernando is an impassioned travel writer who composes pieces under the pen name Sumaira Narayan. She loves writing about new and exciting places around the world and hopes to visit them all someday. Google+

2013 Spring Wave Music Festival – A Musical Evening in Singapore

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Singapore is a much preferred destination among tourist around the world. The affordability and the wide amount of attractions are a major reason for the increasing number of tourist to the country. The shopping venues and the range of restaurants that provide international delicacies will add more value to your vacation. Visitors would come across an eclectic array of events while spending their vacation in Singapore.

If you are a music lover planning to be in the country during the month of May you would be welcomed with a great surprise. Taiwan’s premier outdoor music festival Spring Wave will be held on the 5th of May in Singapore at the Gardens By The Bay and will be known as the 2013 Spring Wave Music Festival. This is the first time that this music event is being hosted outside of Taiwan. There will be popular artists featured at the event; Cheer Chen, Joanna Wang, pop star Jam Hsiao, home-grown talent Olivia Ong and rocker Wu Bai are some of the examples.

The event is expected to be a huge scale success and organizers are anticipating a crowd of around 10,000 Chinese pop fans for the concert. This was held in Taiwan for seven years and has been a huge draw every year. Each artist has a chance to perform one hour with their own band braught in from Taiwan. This is considered to be as one of the most unique characteristics of the event. Visitors get the option to experience seven mind blowing mini concerts from one ticket. After the concert there would be a late-night party that would include delicious food and drink apart from unlimited music to dance throughout the night. Have a fun filled evening at Singapore at the Spring Wave Music Festival 2013.

After having an exciting evening at the musical festival come back and relax in one of the Singapore apartment hotels of your choice. La Residenza Serviced Suites is one of the most comfortable serviced apartments Singapore that you would come across. The modern facilities in the apartments will keep you pampered throughout your stay and the friendly staff would make your holiday more comfortable.

Singapore Food Festival – Sample a sea of Singaporean flavours!

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The Singapore Food Festival serves up an appetizing array of cultural offerings to the dedicated foodie, who will simply love the exquisite seafood selection that is the theme of this year’s culinary extravaganza. Food lovers will want a quality serviced apartment Singapore has on offer nearby, which will afford them easy access to sample the festival’s most delicious dishes. One of many fine private apartments Singapore features is the Somerset Bencoolen Singapore, which features modern amenities and its close proximity to the food festival will satiate guests of all appetites. The Singapore Food Festival features more than 50 food stalls offering a sumptuous array of both international and local cuisine with a seafood twist. Dine on such signature favourites as the chilli crab, butter crab, crispy fried prawns, rojak with prawn past, sambal stingray, and premium seafood fried rice all served up in an inviting range of ways that will make foodies rethink their approaches to seafood. In addition, food enthusiasts will be treated to live culinary demonstrations by a few world-renowned Singaporean chefs, who may even offer up a taste of their sumptuous creations. There are a range of fun events featured at the festival to get more bang for your buck, such as exciting eating competitions that offer fantastic prizes, the chance to win a luxury cruise, and a SGD 50 charge to win a “catch-of-the-day” prize to redeem exclusive dinner vouchers at some of Singapore’s finest restaurants. So join the nation as it sails into the sea of seafood-inspired cuisine that will leave one’s taste buds tingling with flavour!

Dragon Boat Races Festival – Row, Row, Row the Dragon Boat!

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The Asian tourism stalwart is very much like the rest of Asia when it comes to cultural and traditional rites, festivals and ceremonies. With a multiethnic population residing within its geographically limited, multifaceted shores, Singapore is always celebrating something or the other. The Dragon Boat Race is considered one of the biggest water sports festivals in the country and you will find that the locals know to mix serious competition and rivalry with merriment and fun.

The tradition of racing in dragon boats commenced over twenty centuries ago in the south of China, now it has spread all over the world and is practiced in the Caribbean, the Americas and Africa as well. The original human powered craft was made out of teak wood and the races were always mixed with religious observances. With the advent of time, Hong Kong was the first to give the sport a commercial boost and make it an internationally acclaimed sporting festival. However, the sport first gained international recognition at the Olympics held in Greece many centuries ago.

The crew of a dragon boat comprises a drummer, steerer and paddlers and the drummer’s role is much like that of a coxswain in modern day rowing; someone who keeps the momentum going and directs the paddlers in addition to having a ceremonial presence. The steerer turns the boat as instructed by the drummer and the paddlers power the movement.

The annual festival held in Singapore draws teams from around the world to a colourful water front on Bedok Reservoir just east of the city for a day filled with cheering, drumming, chanting and fun. Each dragon boat has its own unique tints and decorations as selected by its crew and the dragon head at the helm of the boat is bathed and purified before launching on the spree.

Make a Singapore hotel reservation well in time to attend the sports festival and it is best that you choose a Singapore city centre hotel as you will be able to visit the other host of attractions in Singapore quite easily too. Copthorne King’s Hotel Singapore makes an ideal base for your travels and lets you truly enjoy the sights and sounds the city has to offer.

Audi Fashion Festival 2013 – Setting the Trend

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Fashionistas rejoice, for the Audi Fashion Festival 2013 is nearly upon us and promises to bring the best and latest fashion trends and designer names to Singapore yet again! Scheduled to take place from the 15th to the 19th of May, this festival will be held at the Marina Promenade and those in search of a Singapore city hotel from which to attend this prestigious event can stay at M Hotel Singapore. This 4 star hotel Singapore has to offer can be found in the Financial District and is perfect for those looking to mix business with pleasure.

The Audi Fashion Festival 2013 will take place on a waterfront location which will add to its allure along with the fact that some of the world’s hottest designers and international models will be attending. This year’s theme “Crafting the Future” will bring cutting edge designs to the fore and will feature Asian and international designers. Past editions have had such brands as Marc by Marc Jacobs, Vivienne Westwood, Roberto Cavalli, Christian Lacroix and even local designer Raoul. With the Audi Fashion Festival 2013 also hosting glamorous after-parties and red-carpet events, it is bound to offer an unforgettable fashion fiesta!

Chandrishan Williams is a travel writer who writes under the pen name, Caleb Falcon. He specializes in writing content based on the many exciting world adventures that await intrepid travellers.

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Tap your toes at the Timbre Rock & Roots Festival

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Music makes everyone lose control. Be it babies or bold tattooed muscle men, it can get anyone’s feet tapping, hips swaying and mouth unconsciously singing along known and unknown melodies, making up words as you go along. Almost everybody has their favourite song; a tune that gives them goose bumps, lets you relive memories, wipes away the ones you want to forget making you feel very much at ease. The Timbre Rock & Roots festival celebrates all of these and more.

A 2 day event held in Singapore, it features some of the biggest names in the music industry. Even Grammy Award nominees have performed at this festival and famous artists include The Fray, Imogen Heap, Wind & Fire, Bob Dylan, Buena Vista Social Club and even John Legend.

Held at Fort Canning Green, this year’s festival saw an energy ridden crowd of 11,500 celebrate music with led Zeppelin, Paul Simon, Bonnie Raitt and Robert Pant. Unlike other music festivals where food and drinks are priced heavily, Timbre Rock & Roots lets you bring your own food and other items. Picnic baskets, foldable chairs and blankets are a common sight here.

The 2013 event held on the 22nd and 23rd of March held true to the festival’s aim of capturing the diverse flavours of music. It also included some never before heard artists who are more popular in their own region; this enabled Singaporeans to be introduced to expand their playlists with more fresh musicians. 64-year old Jamaican singer Jimmy Cliff had everyone grooving to reggae tracks, like never before.

They say that your taste in music reflects who you are, and f you are someone with a penchant for classy then Studio M Hotel Singapore is perfect for you. ThisSingapore hotel is located in Robertson quay close to Orchard road, Changi international airport, Central Business District and many other popular as well as convenient locations. Singapore hotel accommodation can be tricky to find, especially if you are looking for something that isn’t way too expensive but also offers luxuries. Studio M is then the perfect choice for you.

The Internet Show Asia 2013

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There are business vacations and pleasure vacations. But what if you could combine both? It’s not that trip you need to make to attend a boring summit for two days and decided to drag your family along for the sake of entertainment, but a trip that will definitely enhance your knowledge as well as let you explore one of Asia’s most vibrant city.

The Internet Show Asia 2013 is one such opportunity. Held from the 24 to 25th April at Marina Bay Sands, this two day show offers you a chance to be a part of Asia’s largest mobile and internet event as well as enjoy Singapore. Featuring speakers from international brands in the likes of BBC Worldwide, Google, Reliance capital, VEVO, Twitter, McDonald’s, Lenovo and many others, it promises to be a one of a kind experience.

Apart from knowledge speakers discussing case studies and panel discussions, the show also has dedicated country and technology pavilions as well as one-on-one advice clinics which give you the chance to get guidance from technology and business gurus. In addition to the 40 free seminar workshops, the conference tracks also cover topics such as social media, applications, enterprise mobility, content management, digital and mobile advertising, E&M commerce, online video and mobile VAS. The sow costs a total of $1,645 with a discount if you book online.

If you are extending your stay to take a break in the city you can definitely find a Singapore city hotel that fits your budget and requirement. 4 star hotel Singapore offer a fairly good balance between budget and luxury. M Hotel Singapore belonging to the Millennium Hotels and Resorts is centrally located and is more of a corporate hotel that also caters to those travelling for pleasure.

Situated close to Marina Bay, you can indulge in some shopping at the Suntec City Mall, Marina Square and Raffles City Shopping Centre. If you are with your family and looking for some quality family time then head over to Santosa Island. With sky rides, pristine beaches , Tiger Sky Tower and also The Underwater World Oceanarium, a fun filled day is a definite.

Discover the Value of a Mint at the 2013 Singapore International Coin Fair

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As the saying goes, who in the world doesn’t like the feel of money? And the multitudes who have devoted their time to collecting these precious commodities over the years will head to Singapore once more for the annual Singapore International Coin Fair. As one of the most prestigious events in the sphere of numismatic and paper based currency the Singapore International Coin Fair has long been regarded the hallmark event one that is of a kind, especially in Asia. Due to take centre stage in the Lion City’s Sands Expo and Convention Centre from March 29th to the 31st the 2013 installment of the renowned coin fair will surpass previous editions as it will be conducted within the engaging resort space of the iconic Marina Bay Sands.

A red letter showcase for the entire family the 2013 Singapore International Coin Fair will serve as an edutainment event for the masses as minted coins and paper money varieties have always been a great source of intrigue for non-collectors as well as collectors. One of the chief highlights at the fair will be the elegantly curated displays where limited edition and rare coins are housed for the duration of the fair. Attended by coin dealers, various coin associations and organizations from around the world as well as minters, the most coveted pieces on show at this year’s coin fair includes the China Panda show medal which has been specially designed and minted to commemorate the Singapore International Coin Fair of 2013.

The popular coin fair also serves as an excellent opportunity for collectors and possessors of rare and unusual coins and paper based money pieces or collections as they can bring over their wares to be appraised and valued by experts in the coin industry. Visitors are also welcome to bring their own pieces for free valuation and find out if the items are of any worth in the market today.

Travellers making a Singapore hotel reservation this holiday season should book a guestroom at the Copthorne King’s Hotel for the best accommodation in town. As a premier Singapore city centre hotel this elegant rest pulls out all the stops when it comes to vacationing in luxury.

Thanuja Silva is a travel writer who writes under the pen name Auburn Silver. She has a passion for fashion and a deep interest in admiring new and exotic attractions around the world

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Visit the IT Show 2013 Singapore for the Newest and the Best Technology!

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The rapid development and evolution of modern technology is an iconic feature of the 21st century where stagnant technical know-how and expertise has progressed in leaps and bounds resulting in a global phenomenon of new technologies being introduced almost every day. Consumers now live in an age where different firms vie for the prime spot in the industry by improving existing technology and competing with one another to promote theirs as being the best.

In such a day and age, the IT Show 2013 due to be held from the 7th to 10th of March this year in Singapore, is a natural result of the need to expand the consumer base and also to allow consumers to have a wide range of selection when it comes to choosing the gadgets that would make their lives infinitely more convenient.

The purpose of the IT Show, which has been conducted extremely successfully for decades, is to create connections within the industry that would allow innovative technology to thrive and introduce these novel improvements to the domestic and global markets. The Show this year anticipates the attendance of a stunning 830 exhibitors including high flying brand names such as Acer, Apple, Audio-Technica, Dell, Hewlett Packard, Microsoft, Samsung, Sony, Toshiba and many more. At the IT Show 2013, consumers will have the rare and convenient opportunity to meet representatives of these brands personally and to consult them for information and valuable guidance on purchases.

This year’s Show will be held on Levels 1, 2, 3, 4 and 6 of Suntec Singapore and is organized by Exhibits Inc. Private Limited. Being Singapore’s largest such Exhibition featuring Mobile, IT and Consumer electronics, this year’s venture anticipates over 700, 000 guests. The Show will be open to the public from 12 to 9pm on all its exhibition dates and as an added bonus, for every $100 paid during the show, guests will stand to win a number of cash prizes. With 12 such amazing cash prizes up for grabs, this show is a must visit for all those technology whizzes out there.

When planning your visit to the IT Show 2013, pay attention to your accommodation needs and of course, transportation possibilities. While Suntec is accessible conveniently via transport, accommodation in luxury hotels Singapore must be carefully considered. Opting for one of the 5 star hotels Singapore would give you the opportunity to truly relax and enjoy yourself during your stay in this city state and if shopping is high on your agenda, choose to reside at The St. Regis Singapore whose location on Orchard Road will make all your shopping dreams a convenient reality.

Singapore Fashion Festival – Showcasing Glamorous Asia!

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The world map of style has a new addition in the sparkling lights of Singapore. For more than a decade, the Singapore Fashion Festival has brought the world’s attention to the creations of Asia and propelled the city in fame similar to the likes of London, Paris and New York. The future of Asian fashion has never been brighter.

Started as an initiative of the Singapore Tourist Board, the Singapore Fashion Festival was a broad invitation to the myriad of shoppers visiting the city each year. First launched in 2001, it was given a brand new identity as the Asia Fashion Exchange, a vibrant celebration of clothe based design and trade in Asia. The four main event categories were conceptualized to attract a wide range of audiences and to give all visitors a sample of the best of Asian design.

Kicking off simultaneously, events and related festivities last for an entire week. The Asia Fashion Summit brings a serious note to the proceedings by gathering the fashion giants on the continent together to discuss strategies and technologies of the business of high end apparel and jewellery industry. As a premier conference for the industry, in 2012 more than 30 speakers enlightened the audience with the economics of style. Haute-couture comes into town with the Audi Fashion Festival. This is the region’s best opportunity to watch international super models walk the ramps with labels from the global designers along with trendsetting Asian style.

Witness the discovery of the next generation of Asia’s design geniuses in the Audi Star Creation competition. Lovers of the art of fashion will find a wonderland in the Blueprint Emporium – a giant flea market of exclusive and limited edition designer goods. This is an occasion that every fashionista and shopaholic dreams of!

With the royalty of the world of style descending on the city during the festivities, it is wise to book you Singapore hotel well ahead. To rest between shopping sprees, catwalk shows, trade meetings or after parties, Raffles Hotel Singapore is an ideal location. The grandeur and glamour of the colonial history of the city is showcased in style fitting the international fame of this 5 star hotel Singapore is truly captured in its elegant rooms and luxurious suites.