The festive year-end holiday season is upon us! There is no better time than now to finally kick back, relax and experience all the “good tidings of comfort and joy”. To make the most out of this merry holiday season, find out how you can relax to feel refreshed and rejuvenated before you head back to work. Start by planning a short getaway in Singapore. Known to be a perfect island paradise, Singapore offers an accessible escapade that will help you reconnect with things and people that matter in life. Read on to find out more.
1. Kick back and be entertained by the best performers in town
With 24-7 access to your mobile phones and Wi-Fi, it can be quite tough to stay away from your electronics during the start of the holiday. A good way to be completely distracted and to put your mind at ease is to catch a theatrical play or a life performance. With the best performers in town, it will be hard to shift your attention elsewhere. A recommended theatrical performance to catch would be the Cinderella, A Fairy True Story.
From the internationally acclaimed creators of Peter Pan, The Never Ending Story, come the Asian debut ofCinderella, A Fairly True Story. Premiering at Resorts World™ Theatre, you are bound to encounter a range of emotions when you watch this spectacular musical production. Featuring an international cast, a mix of original music and popular hits, with dynamic choreography and memorable moments of magic.
Event Date: From 10 December 2015 until 4 January 2016
Venue: Resorts World™ Theatre, Resorts World Sentosa, 8 Sentosa Gateway Singapore 098269
Website: http://www.sistic.com.sg/
2. Stay active by engaging in healthy outdoor activities
Regular physical activity is important for the health and well-being of people of all ages. It will also help you to look better, feel better, and also have more energy to stay on top of your game. Singapore, with its many fun activities and nature trails can help you stay active during your break. Here’s how.
Enjoy the fun-fast paced thrill of the Skyline Sentosa Luge
If you enjoy speed and adventure, the Skyline Sentosa Luge is bound to give you some excitement. As you navigate through the 650 meters of the Jungle Trail or the 688 meters Dragon trail, you can even challenge your friends or loved ones to see who is the first to cross the finish line. The beauty of the Skyline Sentosa Luge also allows you to adjust your speed as you race to the finish line (the end of the trail). After the Luge, you may also choose a more light-hearted activity, by boarding the Skyride chairlift to enjoy the panoramic scenery of the Singapore City Skyline and beautiful coastline of Sentosa Island.
Venue: Skyline Sentosa Luge, 45 Siloso Beach Walk Sentosa, Singapore 099003
Website: http://www.skylineluge.com/
Date: Open daily 10am till late
3. Enjoy a hike along the Southern Ridges Trail
Another great outdoor activity is hiking. It is a great sport that helps reduce stress and is a fun way to lose weight. Furthermore, it will give you a chance to enjoy the serene and beautiful nature view at your own leisurely pace. A good hiking spot would be the Southern Ridges Trail. Offering the best of Mother Nature’s majestic beauty and panoramic views of the city, harbour and Southern Islands, the Southern Ridges Trail also connects to the Henderson Waves Bridge. Being the highest pedestrian bridge in Singapore, it is frequently visited for its artistic, distinctive wave-like structure consisting of undulating curve ‘ribs’. Since it is also famous spot to visit in Singapore, you must absolutely have a family selfie when you are there!
Venue: Henderson Road, Singapore
Website: https://www.nparks.gov.sg/
4. Schedule in some “down time” and indulge in some spa and massage treatments.
One of the remedies to being completely relaxed is to schedule in some “down time” and to engage in soothing experiences such as a spa or massage. Not only will it help you to escape the anxieties and pressures of daily life, an excellent spa or massage treatments will help support healing, boost energy, ease pain and enhance relaxation, mood and well-being. Here are some recommended amazing spa sanctuaries nestled in the busy city of Singapore.
ESPA by Resorts World Sentosa
With the variety of signature spa facilities available in ESPA it can be quite hard to reach a decision on which spa experience that you prefer. Spa choices that are available range from authentic Turkish Hammam, Vitality Pools, Forest Onsen-style Pools, Rock Saunas to Crystal Steam rooms. But that’s not the best part. After your spa treatment is over, you may also opt to dine at the spa cafe Tangerine by celebrity chef Ian Kittichai.
Venue: ESPA, Level 1, Resorts World Sentosa, 8 Sentosa Gateway, Sentosa Island, Singapore 098269
Website: http://www.rwsentosa.com/
Auriga Spa at Capella Hotel
If you wish to experience a spa treatment with your other half, you may opt for the Auriga Spa at Cappella Hotel. Couple suites are available. Further to that, there are also other facilities such as the Spa Cafe, steam rooms, sauna, ice bowls and vitality pools. If you enjoy tea, you can also enjoy a rejuvenating cup of tea in the Tea Room, specially selected by our Tea Sommelier to compliment the treatment menu that you have chosen.
Venue: 1 The Knolls, Capella Singapore (Sentosa Island), Singapore, 098297
Website: http://www.auriga-spa.com
5. Learn to embrace the moment and enjoy celebrations
Every moment is special. Take heed and learn to appreciate the special moments or celebrations that life throws at you. After all, each experience that you enjoy during a celebration is different. Why not create special moments that you can look back fondly on during this year-end festivities and bring your loved ones to Singapore for some Yuletide cheer?
Revel in the wonderment of Singapore’s Great Street Fun Christmas Light Up!
Christmas is all about feeling the warmth and love as you spend it with the ones that matter most to you. Apart from that, there are all the joyous celebrations and the beautiful lighted up decoration at the Singapore’s Great Street! If you are looking to experience the joyous Christmas atmosphere, a stroll along the Orchard Road will expose you to a beautiful, colourfully decorated display of lights that will leave you feeling warmth and fuzzy. While you are there, you may as well take as many beautiful images and share it as a season’s greeting message to your family and friends.
Event Date: Now until 3 January 2016
Venue: All along Orchard Road
Website: http://www.orchardroad.org/
Explore the Christmas Wonderland at Gardens by the Bay
Another festive Yuletide experience that you must make it a point to visit is the Christmas Wonderland, atGardens by the Bay. Back for its second year, the Christmas Wonderland includes the Luminarie light sculptures and the Spiegeltent or “Mirror Tent”, a large travelling tent from the Netherlands that offers unique culinary experiences. If you wish to experience snow, you may want to check out the Ice Palace. There are also rides, carnival games, Christmas Toyland floral display at Flower Dome and other programme line-ups.
Event Date: From 27 November 2015 to 3 January 2016
Venue: Gardens by the Bay, 18 Marina Gardens Dr, Singapore 018953
Website: http://www.
6. Let your hair loose and groove to the hottest countdown parties around
The best thing about the year-end is the countdown party that you simply must attend. It is also the best time where you can finally let your hair down, put on your best outfits, dance moves and enjoy yourself at some of the hottest year-end or countdown parties around. Here are some parties that you simply must not miss!
Dance the night away at the ZoukOut 2015: Seize the Moment
Fans of ZoukOut rejoice! Singapore’s definitive annual dance festival is back for the year-end. For those who are not familiar with this festival, ZoukOut is premier’s nightspot Zouk only Asia’s sunrise beach festival. Seize the moment by being at one of the homegrown dance music festival which is on for 2 days. Partying in ZoukOut 2015: Seize the moment will give you a chance to head-bang and dance to some of the best international artist line ups. This year promises star-studded line-ups such as Tiesto, Kaskade, Andrew Rayel and Armin to name a few.
Event Date: 10 and 11 December 2015
Venue: Siloso Beach, 51 Imbiah Walk, Sentosa, Singapore, 099538
Website: https://ticketing.zoukclub.
Celebrate 2016 with a “Glam” Countdown with Adam Lambert
A “glam” send-off for the year 2015 is in store to welcome 2016 with a bang, at the MediaCorp’s star-studded countdown show on 31 December at the Float @ Marina Bay. Headlined by multi-platinum selling and award winning singer-songwriter Adam Lambert, Celebrate 2016, promises to be a New Year’s Eve to remember with his chart-topping hits. This year lineup also promises performances by local Singaporean celebrities. Partygoers can also look forward to a spectacular fireworks display at the stroke of midnight and a pulsating dance party after with DJ Tinc. Tickets are priced at $168, $88 and $38.
Event Date: 31 December 2015
Venue: Float @ Marina Bay Sands
Website: http://www.sistic.com.sg/
Groove to the beat at the Siloso Beach Party
Shake loose and in style by dancing to pump-up beats and counting down to the New Year on one of Singapore’s ultimate beach parties with your friends and loved ones. Headlined by Dutch DJ and producer of electronic dance music, Don Diablo, and complemented by a line-up of local and international DJs.
Bringing 12 hours of non-stop electronic music, the Siloso Beach Party will have you grooving into the break of the new year with your friends on the neon-bright Siloso shoreline and treating yourself to delightful bites from dusk to dawn. Best of all, if you are a MasterCard® Cardholder you will be given 15% off early bird tickets and 10% off advance tickets.
Event Date: 31 December 2015
Website: https://store.sentosa.com.sg/
Address: Siloso Beach, 51 Imbiah Walk, Sentosa, Singapore, 099538
Countdown to the 2016 New Year Celebrations at Marina Bay Sands countdown
If you are looking for another alternative for a New Year’s Eve Countdown, you may choose to do so at Singapore’s iconic New Year countdown celebration the Marina Bay Singapore Countdown! Jointly presented by the Urban Redevelopment Authority and Esplanade-Theatres by the Bay, this celebration is highly anticipated by the locals and international travellers alike. As part of the festivities, you will also be able to participate in the 20,000 wishing spheres bearing every participant’s collective hopes and dreams for the year ahead. Not to mention, the stunning countdown animation at The Fullerton Hotel along with the highly anticipated magnificent fireworks display!
Event Date: 31 December 2015
Venue: 10 Bayfront Avenue, Singapore 018956
Website: http://www.marinabaycountdown.
If you have not made plans for a year-end getaway and is looking for a place to unwind, Singapore with its exciting offerings and experiences is what you will need to feel refreshed and rejuvenated in time for the New Year!
This article is written by Singapore Tourism Board and is reproduced here with permission.
