While Singapore’s theme parks offer one adrenaline pumping thrill after another, the country also provides plenty of opportunities for water sports at such areas as the Marina Barrage. If you are looking for well placed luxury hotels Singapore that is within easy reach of such water sport hotspots, then The St. Regis Singapore is definitely worth considering. One of the best 5 star hotels Singapore has to offer, this stylish property is only around 9.6 kms from the Marina Barrage where you can enjoy such water sports as kayaking, windsurfing and boating. Those in search of more laidback adventures can try their hand at sailing conducted by such organisations as PA Water Venture. If you are into wakeboarding then make sure to head to SKI360 where you can enjoy on water excitement at the country’s first cable-ski park.
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Forest Adventure in Singapore
While Singapore is known to be a high-tech urban jungle, it is also home to patches of forests and those in the mood to literally swing through the trees should look to pay a visit to Forest Adventure! Before setting out on your tree swinging adventures, it is best to find centrally located accommodation and if you are on the lookout for such luxury hotels Singapore has to offer, then The St. Regis Singapore makes an ideal choice. It is one of the leading 5 star hotels Singapore and can be found in the lively embassy quarter, near many of the city’s top attractions. When you want a change of scenery, make sure to head to Bedok Reservoir Park where you will find Forest Adventure. Spread across a picturesque forest area, this thrilling aerial course features swings, bridges, trapezes and ladders that have been carefully incorporated into the trees. Among the highlights here are the giant zip lines that provide a thrilling rush as you “zip” a long at exhilarating speeds including a chance to go past the Bedok Reservoir. While you need to be at least 1.4m tall to go on the Grand Course, there is a special kid’s course for younger and shorter participants!
Night Safari
The Night Safari is a zoo situated in Singapore. Opened in 1994, it has the distinction of being the first nocturnal zoo in the world. The open air zoo is open only during the night and features over a thousand animals, from about 120 different species. The giant park spans an area of around forty hectares and is divided into eight zones. The best way to explore the park is by foot. There are several walking trails including the Leopard Trail, the Fishing Cat Trail, the Wallaby Trail and the East Lodge Trail. Visitors who would rather not spend the entire night walking about can go on the tram which takes them on a brisk ride through the different parts of the park, including the Asian Riverine Forest and the Himalayan Foothills
The Night Safari remains open throughout the year. Opening hours are between 7.30 pm and 12 am, with the ticket counter closing at 11.15 pm. The shops and restaurants open at around 5.30 pm. Visitors should budget to spend around two to three hours here. The zoo is easily accessible by Singapore’s excellent public transport system and is definitely a ‘must visit’ when in the country. Tickets can be bought online from the park’s official website. Those who enjoyed visiting the Night Safari should also try visiting the Singapore Zoo.
Singapore is not just a hub for commerce; it is also a highly popular vacation spot. The island receives many visitors throughout the year and has excellent infrastructure in place. Singapore contains a whole range of choices when it comes to food and lodgings. For such a small island, Singapore has plenty of restaurants serving cuisine from around the world, so one will never lack for choice. Accommodation choices range from simple inns to fancy hotels.
Those planning on a long stay in the country should consider staying at Singapore apartment hotels such as La Residenza Serviced Suites. They offer serviced apartments singapore that combines all the amenities of a hotel with the cosiness of a home. With different styles of apartments to choose from, one is assured of feeling comfortable and at home.
Forest Adventure Singapore
The locals in Singapore must really be having a hard time focusing on their daily duties and not being distracted by the plethora of entertainment opportunities that are available around every corner of the tiny island. From theme parks to night forests, giant wheels on reclaimed land to fine dining experiences, Singapore is not just a destination for MICE tourism, it is a one stop shop for the whole family to do business, rewind, relax, shop or learn.
Forest Adventure Singapore is another feather in Singapore’s cap and is sought after by schools to help children build confidence, by corporate bodies to build team spirit amongst employees and parents who want to give their kids the time of their life. The Kid’s Course is a simpler and safer route which is custom made with the needs and fears of little children kept in mind and the little ones are attached to an ongoing safety line until they complete all 16 adventures lined up for them, so parents can heave a sigh of relief. The Grand Course which is designed for adults is a more adventurous, adrenaline pumping route. Located along the Bedok Reservoir, the grounds are unharmed by human intervention.
The Grand Course includes aerial roping above water, aerial roping between trees and climbing trees armed with a helmet and a harness. It will be an entire day filled with movements a good twenty feet above the ground, where the instructors will watch from below to ensure you do not get into harm’s way. The participants are educated on the use of the safety equipment and how to watch out for oneself. For some the most adventurous is the swinging between trees, for others it is the journey along the 200m long zip line, for a few others it is crossing the bridge built from bamboo.
There are a number of hotels in Singapore to choose from, so even during the peak seasons there should be at least one or two Singapore hotels that you can squeeze into with the family or group of friends. However, if you are booking early, keep the Millennium & Copthorne Hotels Singapore foremost in mind.
HiPPO Tours in Singapore
The small island of Singapore has come to be one of the world’s favorite holiday destinations, as the country is a tourist paradise regardless of what sort of experience they are looking for. One of the most well developed nations in the region, a visit to Singapore will be packed with adventure and excitement, with a host of experiences to enjoy and activities to partake in. Anyone and everyone will love this diverse country, whether they are interested in shopping, dining, culture, or just having a good time. Though it is a small nation, there are endless things to do and amazing places to see in Singapore.
With the wide variety of ways to spend time visitors may sometimes not know how to allocate and spend their time in Singapore. For this reason it is sometimes best to travel with the assistance of those who specialize in ensuring that tourists have the best holiday possible, seeing all the best sites and enjoying the best places for shopping and dining. HiPPO tours in Singapore are the ideal option for the tourist who wants to make the most of their visit. Riding in colorful open top buses, those who embark on HiPPO tours will enjoy a panoramic view of the city so they won’t miss a single detail.
There are two routes to select from depending on what visitors want to see, and these tickets for these Hop- on Hop – off buses are valid for 24 hours, making them well worth spending on. There are 22 exciting destinations that the buses stop at; each specifically selected to ensure maximum enjoyment. The buses run often, allowing visitors to enjoy the city at their own pace, spending all the time they desire at their favorite stops. Those traveling on HiPPO tours can hop off at several ethnically rich locations such as China Town, Little India and Kampong Glan, as well as monumental religious sites and the country’s best shopping malls. It is one of the most enjoyable ways to travel in Singapore.
With so much to see and experience visitors will want to stay at a Singapore city hotel well located in the liveliest part of the country, where there is always something to experience nearby. A 4 star hotel Singapore that meets this requirement and will definitely please its guests is the M Hotel Singapore, ideal for both business and leisure.
MegaZip Adventure Park
Adrenaline junkies can expect an exhilarating outdoor experience when they visit MegaZip Adventure Park. Make your Singapore hotel reservation at a popular Singapore city centre hotel such as Copthorne King’s Hotel Singapore to easily reach attractions such as this. Featuring the most extreme zip line in Asia, MegaZip Adventure Park takes you from Imbiah Hill’s jungle canopy to Fox Finish Point’s white sands. The breathtaking ride boasts a thrilling speed of 50kmph. The park also features the city sate’s premiere high ropes adventure course known as ClimbMax, the exciting Parajump, the climbing wall Northface and the unique MegaBounce.
Flight Experience Singapore
If you ever thought flying a Boeing 737 was something only relegated to your imagination, then you definitely need to check out the Flight Experience Singapore! This “real” flight simulator can be found at the site of the equally well known Singapore Flyer observation wheel. Travellers looking to visit such sites can make aSingapore hotel reservation at a centrally located property such as Copthorne King’s Hotel Singapore. Situated within easy reach of an array of attractions, this Singapore city centre hotel makes an ideal base for your travels. Make sure to give Flight Experience a go especially if you love flight simulators or even have aspirations of one day being a commercial airlines pilot. Featuring a variety of packages for different time durations, the simulator features a fully enclosed cockpit, a High Definition projection system and more than 24,000 airports to choose from including London, New York, Melbourne, Paris and Boston. Following standard airline procedures you get a chance to take off, fly the skies and even work on a perfect landing!
Indulge in Family Fun and Adventures at Singapore’s One and Only Wild Wild Wet
Tipped to be one of the most popular attractions for families touring Singapore, Wild Wild Set also enjoys the rare honour of being the country’s largest water based theme park. Spread out across an expansive landscape the venue is also one of the most awarded theme parks in the Lion City, earning the coveted World Water Park Innovation Award in 2004 and the Pro-Family Business Mark Award for its extensive facilities geared for family and child safety offering a variety of safety measures including life jackets, shower cubicles for kids, nursing chambers as well as baby carriers.
Boasting a thrilling collection of 8 jaw-dropping rides this family oriented space is one of the most engaging points of interest in the theme park laden Asian hub which is also home to globally renowned theme park attractions such as Resort World Sentosa and Universal Studios. One of its chief highlights is of course Slide Up which is a ramp ride which takes place across four storeys while Water Works is a dual water slide that is also popular with seasoned visitors. The first raft slide in all of Southeast Asia is also found in Wild Wild Wet and is dubbed Ular Lah. Jacuzzi and the Professor’s Playground are also firm favourites of the younger visitors as the latter’s laboratory layout inspires innovation and creativity while Shiok River is a 345m long river bed which runs the length of the park and contains small caves and areas where riders and swim or float with the currents. A water playground named Yippee is also on-site for smaller children where water cannons and fountain spitters are found.
The Tsunami Wave Pool is another hot pick point of interest that is fun for the whole family. Guests can drop by the Starhill Cafe to enjoy a meal or simply load up on refreshing snacks while the Wild Wild Wet store offers souvenirs such as flip flops, canvas bags and wet towels as well. Water theme park gear such as goggles and water guns are also available at the park’s official merchandise shop.
Travellers on the lookout for top quality Singapore hotel accommodation should look to Studio M Hotel Singapore for all their holiday needs. Renowned as one of the Lion City’s most stylish rests this Singapore hotel pulls out all the stops when it comes to luxurious vacations for holidaymakers and business travellers.
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.
By the light of the Silvery Moon
What better way to spend an evening than delving into the nocturnal habits of other living creatures to the accompaniment of owl hoots and wolf howls. Over one million curious visitors that take the Singapore Night Safari each year get to take a peek into the odd and fascinating night lives of more than 2,500 animals from around the world ranging over seven geographical areas from the cold Himalayan foothills down to the humid riverine swamps of South East Asia.
Visitors who are wary of exploring the safari park on foot at night can take the Safari Adventure Tour where, together with a group of like minded people they can marvel at the hitherto unknown activities that other living creatures get up to at night. Those on foot can have a truly enlightening experience. Walk through a giant aviary and catch the Malayan flying foxes going about their nocturnal business or see what leopards are up to from a glass observatory and catch a glimpse of fishing cats as they go on a hunt. For anyone who does not know what wallabies and other Aussie creatures are up to at night this is the time to find out by taking a trip down the Wallaby Trail.
To enhance this once in a lifetime night experience, catch the entertainment where a group of warriors from the Thumbuakar tribe from Borneo go through the paces of a thrilling performance complete with blow pipe demonstrations, tribal and fire dances. Visitors can also catch the interactive Creatures of the Night Show where for 20 minutes everyone is held in awe of the unexpected skills of nocturnal animals.
If all this activity has whetted the appetite, there is a great selection of food at the Ulu Ulu Safari Restaurant which serves Singapore favourites like chili crab amidst a rural setting and the Bongo Bongo Bar that is well known for its scrumptious burgers. For an unusual gourmet experience board a moving safari tram where visitors can view the animals while enjoying delicious food, the next best thing to dining with the animals.
The night safari, which is a special feature, is only open at night and clever lighting effects such as the simulation of moonlight enhances the experience for visitors who can view the animals moving about. Beautifully landscaped natural barriers prevent the animals getting too close for comfort.
Stay at the Ascott Raffles Place Singapore to enjoy one of the best locations, close to dining, entertainment and business areas and also to enjoy the comfort of its fully equipped, beautifully decorated and well appointed studio and two bedroom residences. These Singapore serviced apartments offer practically everything short or long term guests would need from high end kitchen appliances to designer furniture and the latest entertainment and communication devices in addition to amenities and facilities necessary to ensure a relaxing stay. Make sure this luxury serviced apartment Singapore is your place of residence when next in the city.
SKI360°
If you want to experience some adrenaline pumping thrills as you speed, twist and jump your way in and out of the water, then SKI360° in Singapore is definitely worth trying out! Travellers heading to the city and looking for well placed Singapore hotel accommodation from which to explore the metropolis can stay at Studio M Hotel Singapore. Situated within easy reach of famous Orchard Road, this Singapore hotel is an ideal starting point to your excursions. The country’s very first cable-ski park, SKI360° provides plenty of wakeboarding and waterskiing thrills as you get a chance to be pulled by a high speed boat around a lagoon. Situated at East Coast Park, this popular attraction also features a variety of obstacles such as the ‘tabletop’, ‘kickers’, the ‘cleaver’ and the ‘funbox’ which makes your ride even more challenging and exciting. Do not worry if you do not have any experience with these activities since instructors are present on site to help you learn the ropes as it were, before you take to the water.