Welcome to SingaporeCentral.info. Our site provides links to Singapore information and resources, Singapore business, Singapore travel, financial services, education, tourism, real estate, arts and more.
HOME     |     ABOUT
Arts and Entertainment     |     Business and Economy     |     Computers and Networking     |     Health and Beauty     |     Real Estate     |     Shopping    |    Transportation     |     Travel and Tourism

Archive for the ‘Travel and Transportation’ Category

Singapore Zoo _ World’s First Night Safari

Sunday, April 3rd, 2011

A visit to the Singapore zoo is the closes thing anyone in Singapore will get to the Safari experience ever, from the safety of well constructed and fascinating enclosures. The Singapore Zoo is locally known as the Mandai Zoo. It occupies a total area of 40 hectares. The zoo was first opened in 23rd of June in 1973 by the local government. There are a total of 315 species in the zoo including some of the country’s endangered species. The Singapore zoo draws millions of visitors each year.

The zoo is very attractive during the night while the evening glow illuminates the zoo scenery. Today, the Singapore zoo is more of like an open zoo with its very spacious features that makes everyone feel like being in a jungle with all the animals. Its total area has also grown from 28 hectares, is now became 40 hectares of land. Though not all the area is being used as a zoo, the remaining lands of the property became a forested land.

Among the famous attractions in Singapore zoo are the Orangutans that are being fed by the visitors. There is a daily “breakfast with the Orangutan” program which let the visitors have a chance to intermingle with the orangutans in the zoo. The said animals are quiet friendly so everyone especially the children will always enjoy mingling with them.

Another attraction here is the available rides that can be tried by the zoo visitors. There are pony rides, horse carriages, and other animal rides which everyone will definitely enjoy. These rides will truly fascinate everyone both children and adults. One can always try them by the help of many friendly zoo staffs. If you haven’t tried any animal rides yet, Singapore zoo will truly be a delightful place for you.

There is also a program in the zoo called the “friends of the zoo” program which people can sign up to and have a yearly pass in the zoo and have several privileges such as: free and limitless entry to the zoo for a whole year round; free tram rides; free wildlife magazines; and a ten percent discount in some retail outlets. This program is very much appreciated by the Singapore zoo lovers who love to visit the place many times a year.

This is truly a place for everyone to have fun. The beauty of the zoo will captivate every nature lover and animal lovers. One will definitely adore the attractive and friendly animals particularly when visitors are interacting with them. A trip to the Singapore will surely make everyone be back for more and be hooked with the beauty of the amazing nature of the zoo.

Luxury Hotels in Singapore

Tuesday, December 7th, 2010

The St Regis Singapore is located at one of the prime address in Singapore, The St Regis Singapore offers unparallel services to its guests, with St Regis butlers meeting each guest’s individual needs round the clock. You should also check out one of Asia’s finest private art collections while you are there. Marina Bay Sands is one of the most recent additions to Singapore’s growing list of hotels, Marina Bay Sands is a casino resort which is suited in the expanded financial district. Besides being in excellent location, the hotel offers amenities and facilities to pamper your every need. You must not miss visiting the Sky Park while you are staying at this luxurious hotel cum resort.

If resort or a getaway is what you are looking for, you should not miss Amara Sanctuary Resort Sentosa. This award winning resort hotel will charm you with its settings, blending nature with colonial heritage. Each resort is carefully designed to pamper all visitors. It is suitable for both leisure and business visitors to Singapore. Capella Resort Singapore offers you your own private enclave. You will get to enjoy your private world of serenity at Capella Resort Singapore. You should consider the Capella Villas, which has been designed to let you enjoy nature and modern amenities at the same time.

Well-heeled private individuals who are in Singapore for business should consider the Conrad Centennial Singapore. Offering spacious rooms with excellent room views, it has been the choice of many business travelers who wants nothing but the very best during their trip to Singapore. The brand Four Seasons has long been associated with luxury living. Four Seasons Hotel Singapore offers hotel rooms with excellent features and facilities which has attracted many business travelers to Singapore. One will enjoy the space offered by the spacious hotel rooms. Its excellent location has also attracted many families who are in Singapore for their shopping spree.

Goodwood Park Hotel offers rich tradition and heritage and has long been a top choice with business and leisure visitors alike. A designated national monument, Goodwood Park Hotel has been carefully restored to show its original beautiful architecture. It is also minutes away from all the shops in Scotts Road and Orchard Road, making it an excellent place to stay for shoppers. Raffles Hotel Singapore has consistently ranked amongst the top hotels in the world. The hotel suites features period furnishings in their rooms, yet offer modern convenience for all its guests. It also houses many award-winning restaurants and bars, serving local, international and fusion fares. Many of the guests who stay at the hotel during their visit to Singapore are usually on the “Who’s Who” lists.