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Singapore Flyer: SG50 Awesome August – FREE Child/Senior Ticket & More (1 – 31 Aug 2015)

Not only will Singapore Flyer be lit in red and white over the Golden Jubilee Weekend, SG50 Awesome August @ Singapore Flyer promises a weekend of pure entertainment, complete with exciting performances and over 40 food and lifestyle booths by Fleawhere and Kerbside Gourmet from 1.00pm – 10.00pm.

On 8 August, Singapore Flyer will be bringing together the nation’s favourite comedians for a side-splitting evening bursting with local flavour. Catch stand-up comedy performances by Hossan Leong and Mark Lee at 7.00pm, before taking a walk down memory lane with an outdoor movie screening of the quintessentially Singaporean Army Daze (1996) at 8.30pm.

Come 9 August, Singapore Flyer will be one of the nine official venues providing a ‘LIVE’ streaming of the National Day Parade. The Parade will be broadcast on LED screens at Singapore Flyer’s Waterfront Promenade at 5.00pm.

Visitors to Singapore Flyer can also witness the Republic of Singapore Air Force’s (RSAF) aerial salute to the nation, comprising the Black Knights performing a bomb-burst and RSAF assets in a “50” formation flypast. The celebration will culminate in a spectacular fireworks display launched from both the Marina Bay and Marina Barrage.

Thinking of having fun with your family and saving money while you’re at it? We’ll also be running great promotions from Aug – Dec 2015. So what’re you waiting for? Come on down to Singapore Flyer for an evening of good food, better company, and a rolling great time!

1. Singapore Flyer SG50 Cocktail Flight Promotion
Enjoy one Free Child Mocktail Flight (U.P. $31.00nett) with every two Adult Singapore Sling or Signature Cocktail Flight tickets (U.P. $69.00nett per pax) purchased! Guests aged 17 years and below will be served a specialty mocktail.

Terms and Conditions:

Valid for online purchase, from now until 30 December 2015

2. Singapore Flyer SG50 Locals Special
Enjoy one Free Child (U.P. $21.00nett) or Senior ticket (U.P. $24.00nett) with every full-priced Adult Singapore Flight ticket (U.P. $33.00nett) purchased! If you have more than one Child or Senior, don’t fret – enjoy a 50% off up to two additional Child and/or Senior tickets per transaction.

Terms and Conditions:

Valid for purchase at Singapore Flyer ticketing counters, from 1 – 31 August 2015
Senior citizens apply for guests aged 60 and above
Singaporeans and Permanent Residents are required to present their photo identification at the counter to redeem this promotion

3. Singapore Flyer SG50 Pioneers Special
Pioneers can enjoy 50% off Singapore Flight tickets (U.P. $24.00nett)! Purchase of discounted tickets is limited to one ticket per ID, per transaction.

Terms and Conditions:

Valid for purchase at Singapore Flyer ticketing counters, from 1 August – 31 October 2015
Pioneers must be Singapore Citizens born or before 31 December 1949, or who obtained Singapore citizenship on or before 31 December 1986
Pioneers must present their photo identification at the counter to redeem this promotion

Click here for more information on SG50 Awesome August @ Singapore Flyer.

Science Centre: FREE Admission to Science Centre & 6 Other Attractions (7 – 10 Aug 2015)

Celebrate Singapore’s Golden Jubilee at Science Centre with FREE admission to Science Centre and six other attractions.

From 7 – 10 August 2015, Singapore citizens (Pink NRIC holders) get to enjoy free entry to the following:

Science Centre Singapore
Omni-Theatre
Snow City
KidsSTOP™
Human Body Experience
Interplay: Where Science Meets Art
The Cliff @ Snow City

Each Singapore citizen who presents his/her pink NRIC will be admitted along with up to four accompanying children (aged 16 years or below).

Permanent Residents, S-Pass Holders, Work Permit Holders and tourists can purchase a special SCS SG50 Day Pass at $25.00 that gives access to all SCS attractions.

(Note: The purchase of this Pass is applicable to visitors aged 3 years and above. The Pass will be sold at the Ticketing Kiosks at Science Centre, Annexe, Omni-Theatre and Snow City.)

Admission to all attractions is strictly by queue, on a first-come-first-served basis for entry to the various attractions during the Golden Jubilee Weekend. At any point in time, admission is limited to the maximum capacity of each attraction.

Operating Hour

For more info and important things to note, visit Science Centre’s website here.

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The best hotels to catch a glimpse of Singapore’s spectacular SG50 celebrations

It is exactly one month away to mark Singapore’s 50th year of independence .

As this is the Golden Jubilee year, expect a massive celebration you had never experience before. It pays to start planning early if you want create an indelible experience for both your loved ones and yourself – and nothing beats the comfort of being in a hotel room that comes with an exceptional view of the National Day Parade and the magnificent fireworks and aerial displays. A glass of wine to go with it, perhaps?

KAYAK.sg has came up with a list of best staycation hotels that offer you the best panoramic view of the Padang and The Float@Marina Bay, where the celebration will take place.

They have ranked the hotels from the lowest to highest price for the National Day Jubilee Weekend from 7th to 10th August 2015. Average Nightly Rate starts from S$293 at Marina Mandarin to S$883 for a night stay at The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore.

For those who want to enjoy the experience but are not willing to loosen your purse strings can consider a staycation over the National Day Preview weekend (31st July – 2nd August 2015). KAYAK.sg has also ranked the hotels from the lowest priced to the highest.

For spectacular views of the Padang:

This photo of Swissotel The Stamford is courtesy of TripAdvisor

Swissotel The Stamford Singapore

Be treated at one of the tallest hotels in Southeast Asia, Swissotel The Stamford. The thoughtful service, amazing dining options and dazzling views of the Singapore landscape should not be missed! Prices start from $342 a night on average.

For jaw-dropping views of the Marina Bay area:

View from Marina Mandarin (Image credit: tobiwei, via Flickr)

Marina Mandarin

Undeniably plush, the distinguished 5-star Marina Mandarin is known for contemporary elegance and breath-taking views of the Marina bay area. Prices start from just $293 a night on average.

Conrad Centennial Singapore

Feel the pulse of the Marina Bay at Conrad Centennial Singapore. Spectacularly decorated, the hotel boasts local and international art pieces and is home to two awarding winning restaurants more than worthy of a visit. Prices start from $426 a night on average.

The Ritz-Carlton Millenia Singapore

With 608 guest rooms featuring unobstructed views of the Singapore skyline, the award winning Ritz-Carlton Millenia Singapore is home to a 4,200 piece art collection and a seven-acre oasis filled with landscaped gardens and tropical plants. Prices start at $883 a night on average.

The Fullerton Hotel Singapore

Dip into the past at The Fullerton Hotel, a historic landmark known for its elegance and luxury, as well as its amazing panoramic views of the city’s landscape. Prices start from $383 a night on average.

Debby Soo, KAYAK Vice President APAC, said: “Celebrating Singapore’s 50th birthday is an amazing feat and what better way to do it than at the centre of all of the celebrations, in comfort and style, surrounded by your loved ones. KAYAK has put together a list of hotels for a National Day weekend staycation, perfect for individuals and families seeking a special setting to be a part of the celebrations without the hustle and bustle of crowds. What’s more, when using KAYAK.sg or our mobile app, you can have even more control over finding the best deals.”

For inspiration or simply to search and compare prices for hotels, flights, cars and much more, visit http://www.kayak.sg or download the app at http://www.kayak.sg/mobile.

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