Category: Uniquely Singapore

让你点餐时完全不用想！14大低于$10元的乌节路平价美食

为了要收集位于乌节路低于10元的美食，小编尝试问了问身边的友人，但都只得到他们惊诧的眼神，并反问我说“你傻了？这里是新加坡，亲爱的！”有位朋友甚至建议我吃麦当劳快餐（白眼）。
无论如何，你们还记得一碟鸡饭还是售卖$1的时候吗？我也不记得，但我们的父母一定知道。今天，小编就要打破这些“在新加坡吃东西真的很贵！”的抱怨声，让你知道在乌节路用餐而不会让你的荷包大出血是有可能的！以下是15个绝对平价的餐点，马上一起往下看吧！

1. 食立方(Shi Li Fang Hotpot)

出血程度：$9.90

在$9.90+的价格下，你可以从中选择牛柳、鱼头，鸡/猪里脊，五花肉、蘑菇或蔬菜这些午餐套餐（至下午4点）。每一个套餐都配有蔬菜拼盘、手工/鸡蛋面条、米饭/面条的选择。此外，这里的每个火锅都是个人套餐，这样你就可以选择自己想要的汤底而不用顾忌朋友们啦！
最后总共的价格大约介于$12左右，还是很划算！因为大多数位于乌节路的火锅餐厅至少都需要花费$30呢！

地址：乌节中央，181乌节路，＃07-10/11，S（238896）

2. Tsuru-Koshi Udon

出血程度：$10

在不超过$10的前提下，你可以选择这里的乌冬面。乌冬面的汤头味道尝起来咸淡适中，乌冬面条也非常顺滑，再搭配上温泉蛋（$1），太幸福啦！另外，连道地的日本人都经常光顾这里呢！

地址: Ngee Ann City, 391 Orchard Road #B201-3, Takashimaya Food Hall, S(238872)

3.Hainanese Delicacy

出血程度：$4

即使是在午餐时间的繁忙时段，Hainanese Delicacy排队的人龙移动速度还是很快！另外，这里的去骨烧鸡饭（$4）充分又完美地与酱油搭配在一起，辣椒也很好吃！这也是为什么这家海南鸡饭店好评如潮的原因！

地址：Far East Plaza, 14 Scotts Road, #05-116, S(228213)

4. Fisherios

出血程度：$7.90

在Takashimaya Food Basement的Fisherios也是绝对值得一试的！你可以看到这里展示着新鲜的牡蛎，到处还飘散着一股诱人的炸鱼香味。这里的招牌餐点就是Beer Battered Fish & Chips ($7.90)！其他的特色餐点包括Breaded fish（$8.90）、Snapper（$9.90）、Salmon（$9.90）和Shrimp（$8.90）！再也不用花费$20享用一盘炸鱼薯条啦！

地址：Ngee Ann City, 391 Orchard Road #B204-4-2, Takashimaya Food Hall, S(238872)

5. Dong Dae Mun

出血程度：肉串从$1起

位于Somerset 313的Dong Dae Mun是全岛唯一供应像泡菜炒饭和韩国拉面之类的店家，并提供大约能容纳12人的用餐空间。另外，你也可以点它们好吃又有饱足感的铁板餐点！虽然它的鸡肉片有点薄，但是整体来说份量还是蛮大的，可以说相当值得。

地址：313@Somerset, 313 Orchard Road, #B3-49, S(238895)

6. Kim Dae Mun

出血程度：$8以下

沿着街道走下来位于Concorde Hotel的二楼还有一家售卖韩国餐的地点。这里虽然有点偏僻，却还是很多人光顾。这是因为这里的套餐和小菜的售价都低于$8，而且还很好吃！据说吃过的人对食物和价格都很满意呢！

地址：#02-17/18 Concorde Hotel Singapore, 100 Orchard Road, S(238840)

7. Ayam Penyet Ria

出血程度：$7.90

这道Ayam Penyet（$7.90）上面铺满了面包碎屑，简直让人口水直流！厨师很好地掌握了油炸鸡肉的技巧：鸡的外皮香脆，但里面的肉还是美味多汁的！另外，小编建议你们一定要点饮料喝，因为它的辣椒非常辣！

地点：Lucky Plaza, 304 Orchard Road, #04-25, S(238863)

8. Pies & Coffee

出血程度：$6

如果你喜欢吃馅饼但是又不想打包带走，不妨来到Pies & Coffee吧！这里有着售价仅在$6-12之间、并且提供甜和咸两种类型的馅饼！这里同时也是适合用餐或是享用点心的理想场所。另外，馅饼都会随着土豆泥和蔬菜沙拉一起上菜喔！

地址：The Centrepoint, 176 Orchard Road, #01-101-104, S(238843)

9. Yonehachi

出血程度：$7.80

这是Okowa米饭，据说是糯米鸡的表兄弟喔！（笑），但是却没糯米鸡那么油腻，而且是属于日本的一种餐点。Salmon Okowa Rice Set（$7.80）的每一口都是健康和美味，搭配一旁的腌菜更是好吃！这个套餐还有其他4个口味可以选择，份量非常适合食量小或中等的食客们喔！如果你觉得这样不够你吃，你也可以选择鳗鱼或者照烧鸡肉这种较大份的套餐！

地址：Ngee Ann City, 391 Orchard Road #B204-1/2, Takashimaya Food Hall, S(238872)

10. Astons Specialities

出血程度：$6.90

Astons Specialties是少数当地人觉得不需要多做介绍但仍值得排队的餐厅之一。除了牛排和猪排之外，这里大多数的意大利面、汉堡和鱼类都少于$10。

地址：#03-04 *SCAPE, 2 Orchard Link, S(237978)

11. Eighteen Chefs

出血程度：$6.40

学生时期，相信很多人都曾和朋友来到这里消遣用餐。到了现在，这里的菜单选项已经增加至3倍更多了！当然，这里依然有学生优惠餐点$6.40。不过即使你不是学生，你还是可以选择他们的人气餐点”Be Your Own Chef”，让你可以在不超过$10的价格下随意搭配你的的焗饭或是意大利面喔！

地址：#04-02 Cineleisure Orchard, 8 Grange Road, S(239695)

12. Central Hong Kong Cafe

出血程度：$10以下

与大多数香港的餐馆不同的是，这家店会让你想要停下脚步欣赏它们的家居摆设。带图案的瓷砖和铁栅、老式的名人海报和粤语老歌的配乐，这里的环境充满怀旧的港式复古风味。里面售卖各种港式经典的街头食物，如价格实惠的鸡蛋面条和特式的烤面包，让你很容易就可以用花费不到$10的价格来饱餐一顿。

地点：Orchard Central, 181 Orchard Road, #02-30, S(238896)

13. Greenview Cafe

出血程度：$4.50

不同于平时外面售卖的利用机器搅出来的口感，Greenview Cafe的面粉粿干（$4.50）是手工制作的，所以大小、厚度不一，而且非常有弹性和嚼劲！搭配的虾（你也可以选择碎猪肉代替）也很新鲜爽脆，再加上酱料也甜咸适中，让这个面粉粿一举成为这一带的人气美食！

地址：Far East Plaza, 14 Scotts Road, #04-96, S(228213)

14. Gyoza no Ohsho

出血程度：$10

Ohsho是一家位于Cuppage Plaza的日本休闲餐馆，距离Somerset 313只有几分钟的距离。尽管它的店面看起来很小，但是它的菜单可说是应有尽有。这里的拉面售价从$11开始，但如果你想要不花费超过$10，你可以选择炒乌冬面或炒面，又或是米饭餐点的选项。如果想要更实惠的餐点，那就不妨考虑它们的套餐吧！

地址：#01-10 Cuppage Plaza, 5 Koek Road, S(228796)

看了那么多，相信这些可以让大家慢慢吃上一段时间了吧？这些好吃又不会让口袋破大洞的美食，记得分享出去让你的朋友们知道喔！

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10 Best Places To Run In Singapore – #2 Will Make You Want To Put On Those Sneakers Now!

In search of running routes? Even among our office skyscrapers and high-rise HDB flats, there are countless pockets of surprises that bring us close to nature. Here’s our list of the 10 Best Places to Run in Singapore.

1. Best Nature Getaway – Macritchie Reservoir

The moment you step inside Macritchie’s trail, the hustle and bustle of the city is completely blocked out as you immerse in its lush, green jungle. Its terrain varies – the initial soil trail among tall trees lead to a wooden boardwalk by the reservoir. Then, it turns into a rocky path along a luxurious, manicured golf course. You are sure to spot plenty of monkeys on the way!If you want to experience walking on a freestanding suspension bridge among the nature park’s canopies, the TreeTop walk is worth a detour.For an arm workout instead, Macritchie also offers rental of kayaks.One loop: 11kmGoogle maps here.

2. Most Surprises Along the Way – Southern Ridges

Coniferous trees overlooking the sea. Suspended walkways zigzagging through tree tops. Panaromic views of the city skyline. This is a long, undulating route but we absolutely love it because the sceneries along the way are just breathtaking.

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The Southern Ridges connect the hills of Kent Ridge Park, Telok Blangah Hill Park, HortPark and Mount Faber Park. There are various entry points to choose from. If you want to enjoy the entire trail, Kent Ridge MRT is an accessible place to start.

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One-way from Kent Ridge MRT to Harbourfront MRT: 8kmGoogle maps here.

3. Most Spectacular Night Run – Gardens by the Bay + Marina Bay

A popular route among joggers working in CBD. Despite running it during countless lunch breaks and after work, the city skyline never fails to impress each time.Time your run to catch the MBS light show daily at 8pm and 9.30pmWhen there are events held at SportsHub (like SEA Games 2015 closing), you may catch a first-class view of the fireworks along the Kallang basinSmall loop around Marina Bay: 5km
Big loop including Gardens By The Bay, Marina Barrage and Singapore SportsHub: 15kmGoogle maps here.

4. Most Happening – Sentosa

Dodge tourists to avoid being a photo bomber as you run pass Resorts World Sentosa and Universal Studios. Say hi to beach hunks, bikini babes and the Merlion. Rub sweaty shoulders with the rich and famous joggers of the Sentosa Cove neighbourhood.

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Loop around Sentosa: 14km

Google maps here.

5. Best for Beginners – East Coast Park

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Singapore’s longest park. There are plenty of toilets, vending machines and food stops along the way (if you need a rest). There is the beach with sea breeze against your cheeks. Plus, it’s a straight route – start anywhere and you won’t get lost.

Two-way: 14kmGoogle maps here.

6. Best Blend of Nature and History – Labrador Park

Labrador Park is truly an eclectic mix of nature and history because you get to run amongst the mangroves, forest and beachfront – all while appreciating relics of Singapore’s past. No kidding, these include an actual cannon that defended our coastline in WWII and a symbolic replica of the Long Ya Men (or Dragon’s Teeth Gate) that used to stand at the gateway to Keppel Harbour.

One-way from Labrador MRT – Harbourfront MRT: 6kmGoogle maps here.

7. Most Rustic – The Green Corridor

The Green Corridor is 26km if you run from Woodlands Train Checkpoint to the Tanjong Pagar Railway Station. There is a certain charm to this place; each trip feels like an adventurous exploration with its beaten path surrounded by tall grasses and certain parts of preserved railway tracks (which has been around since 1903!).

Although we’ve ran and cycled parts of it, we haven’t done the full route (yet). If you want to catch a glimpse of the corridor, it’s an 8km run from Commonwealth MRT southwards, ending at Rail Mall past the iconic black metal bridge.

Partial one-way: 8km

Full Green Corridor route: 26kmGoogle maps here.

8. Heartland Favourites – Bedok Reservoir

Besides East Coast Park, Bedok Reservoir is a great alternative for those living in the East to enjoy a breezy run with a view.

One loop around Bedok Reservoir: 4km

Two-way from Simei MRT: 13kmGoogle maps here.

9. The Ditch

For Westies, the Ditch gives an enjoyable, cooling run along Pandan River with plenty of lush greenery along the way. The route is well-lit which makes for a great night run as well.

Two-way from Dover MRT: 11kmGoogle maps here.

10. Punggol Waterway

Even though Punggol Waterway is built with several man-made structures, it exudes a certain rawness in its beauty. Cross a beautiful metal bridge over its rivers, enjoy huge spaces of greenery and spot Malaysia, Pulau Ubin or Coney Island as you jog along our northern coastline.

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Loop from Punggol MRT: 14kmGoogle maps here.

Where are your favourite running routes? Let us know if we’ve missed out any gems!

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This article was originally published on  Instagram @explorerwoo.

Aerobatic Flying Displays And Captain America – Here’s What You Missed At Singapore Airshow 2016

The biennial airshow, held at our very own Changi Exhibition Centre, concluded yesterday, but that doesn’t mean people have stopped talking about it. The Singapore Airshow 2016, Asia’s largest, reached new heights (pun intended) as thousands of Singaporeans braved grey skies and slight showers of rain to witness eventful exhibitions of aeronautic wonder.

Featuring over 40 static aircrafts on display as well as aerobatics performance from 5 different countries, Discover SG has the low-down of what went down (or up) at The Singapore Airshow 2016. Here’s what you might have missed:

1. Aerobatic Flying Displays

An exciting showcase of flying displays tore up our skies with breathtaking performances of power and flair!

2. Meet & Greet with Captain Leo & Captain Leonette

Visitors had the opportunity to get up close and personal with The Singapore Airshow’s official mascots! Who could also forget their furry plushies that were also on sale!

3. Static Aircraft Displays

There were ample insta-worthy photo opportunities as an impressive array of advanced avionics lined the display area. Visitors also got the chance to sit in fighter cockpits and get inside the holds of transport giants.

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4. Meet The Pilot Sessions

Everyone’s heroes – the men and women behind their flying machines were also on deck to take your favorite pictures.

5. (Bonus) Cosplay!

From Deadpool to Kamen Rider, your favorite superheroes were also present for photographs!

For all those that had missed this year’s event, don’t worry, the Singapore Airshow will be back in 2018 and we will be sure to keep you informed!

The Annual Shakespeare In The Park Experience – 5 Reasons Why You Need To Attend The Event

For never was a story of more woe

Than this of Juliet and her Romeo

What do picnic blankets and timeless Shakespeare classics have in common? Are you thinking what I’m thinking? That’s right! The Singapore Repertory Theatre is back with Shakespeare in the Park! Taking place on Fort Canning Green from late April to May, this year’s instalment features Romeo and Juliet– the enduring tale of two star-crossed lovers. If merely hearing about outdoor theatre isn’t enough to excite you, here are 5 reasons why you need to attend the event!

1. Romeo and Juliet is the greatest love story ever told.

From forth the fatal loins of these two foes
A pair of star-crossed lovers take their lives

Love at first sight. A tale of tragic romance, Romeo and Juliet tells of the passionate but forbidden love between the son of Montague and the daughter of Capulet. As you enjoy the play, reminisce about your first, all-consuming love at the age of innocence. Their romance is, however, short-lived because of their rancorous family feud.

2. It’s a whole lot of fun!

Image Credits: Singapore Repertory Theatre

Think lush green lawns and checkered picnic mats, and spend an evening under the stars with your family and friends. Be transported to the fair city of Verona and lose yourself in the whirlwind romance between the two young lovers. Shakespeare in the Park promises a magical evening and besides, an outdoor theatre experience will definitely be a memorable and unique one!

3. This production is a collaboration of big names and local talent.

Fun fact: Did you know the planning of Shakespeare in the Park starts at least 12 months before the premiere?

This year’s production is directed by Daniel Slater, a British theatre and opera director who has gained international recognition as one of today’s leading directors in the scene. Award-winning set designer Francis O’Connor is also on the production’s creative team, designing a bold and contemporary stage set of a modern metropolis. The play features soundscapes and music arrangements by local composer and musician Ruth Ling.

The cast includes Thomas Pang and Cheryl Tan as Romeo and Juliet, and other veteran actors such as Remesh Paniker, Shane Mardjuki, and Daniel Jenkins.

4. There are various discounts on tickets.

The tickets to Shakespeare in the Park are reasonably priced, starting from $40 (advanced sales) and $50 (standard sales) for a Wednesday show. The prices will vary depending on the ticket category (Picnic, Premium picnic, and Pavilion seats) and the day of show. Students, Mastercard cardholders and staff, Starhub customers and staff, Audi clients and staff rejoice because you get discounts on the tickets!

For the rest of you who don’t belong to any of those groups, fret not because everyone is eligible for the Watch with Friends promotion! You will get one complimentary ticket with a minimum purchase of 5 tickets in a single transaction. Remember to round up your friends and family for a fun night out! Read more about ticketing and the terms and conditions for discounts 

Shakespeare in the Park – Romeo & Juliet
Presented by Singapore Repertory Theatre
27 Apr 2016 – 22 May 2016
Tickets are available through SISTIC at 6348 5555 or 

五大80后曾经喜爱 但已经不复存在的地方！

由于新加坡走在进步之路上一直不断前进的脚步，很多80后们童年最喜欢去的地方由于没能跟得上时代的脚步，现在都已经不复存在。现在，就让我们在回忆里走一遭吧！这些儿时的地方你还记得几个呢？你又曾经在这些地方留下什么样的回忆？现在小编就来分享这5个地方，让你和你的朋友们一起缅怀这段过去的日子吧！

1.Escape Theme Park

啊！是Escape Theme Park！很多人的学校假期都曾在这里度过，这里是那个你曾经会花一整天的时间玩乐的地方。有没有人还记得那些游乐设施？很多人最喜欢的设施就是里面的海盗船和独木舟(Log Flum Ride)！你还记得在给海盗船排队的时候那些喷雾吗？小时候大家都对那些喷雾着迷呢！

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这个主题乐园在2011年为了进一步的发展而关闭，以便适应游客的需求变化。它后来经过扩建后已经变成现在的Wild Wild Wet 啦！

2. King Albert Park 麦当劳

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如果你仔细回想你的中学时期，相信“麦当劳”这个单词一定会首先从你的脑袋里跳出来！为什么呢？因为大家的记忆中一定存在着一间放学后常和朋友们去的麦当劳店面！

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如果你住在西部，那你一定还记得 King Albert Park McDonald’s吧？无论是和朋友一起去，又或是在快餐店的一个角落里一起为 O’levels做准备，很多90后的人也一样在这个地方留下了美好回忆！可惜的是，King Albert Park McDonald’s在2014年为了腾出空间建造新公寓，与其邻近的住户一起被拆除了。

3. A&W 连锁快餐店

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你知道吗？ 远在麦当劳和肯德基之前，A＆W就已经在1966年进驻我国成为第一家快餐连锁店。不幸的是，现在新加坡已经没有它们的踪影了。小时候，我们倒是很常光顾这家快餐店，最喜欢点的就是它们的超大杯Root Beer Float。到了现在，我们唯一能找到的A＆W是在超市里的褐色罐装饮料。2003年，由于业务的严重下滑，A&W撤出了本地市场。

4. Kallang National Stadium

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那些消失的也包括了去加冷国家体育场观看国庆阅兵预演的日子。我们其中一些人的儿童时期甚至还体验过最爱国的时刻，那就是和陈洁仪一起献唱众多国庆日庆典的经典歌曲，让许多人在这个地方留下了美好回忆。

加冷国家体育场在2007年被关闭，并于2010年被拆毁。过后，这个地方也重新建造了一个较新的新加坡国家体育场与体育城。新的体育场在2014年开始启用。

5. Comics Connection

对于女生来说可能没什么，但是对男生来说，不管是来买漫画或者游戏卡片，这间漫画店绝对是当时最标志性的店面之一。有时候，即使我们没有要买任何东西，我们也会在等待朋友赴约的当儿来到这间店闲逛一下。

最后一家位于狮城大厦(Plaza Singapura)的Comics Connection也在短短的几个月前，也就是2015年12月正式关闭了。

附加!!: M)phosis

时尚品牌 M）phosis可是当时拥有高人气的的本土品牌之一。但据说因为现金周转的问题，它们在去年的11月关闭了在新加坡的所有店面。无论如何，我们是再也无法光顾这家店啦！

这些地方对你又有什么特别意义呢？在下面留言告诉我们吧！

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If Your Date Brings You To These 8 Places In Singapore, You Know You Are Special

Living on an island-nation like Singapore, it becomes a challenge to find fresh activities and places to go to for dates. You either go back to the same places for your usual dates, or follow the crowd and check out trending cafes you saw your friends posting about on Instagram or Facebook.

If your other half ever brought you to the places below, you know you must be that special someone who made him or her go the extra mile to discover them. Some of them could be tucked away in a quaint and cosy corner of Singapore; some not the most common activities; and others you could hardly associate dating with (and yet it could be proven otherwise!).

1. NOX – Dine in the Dark

You know you are exceptional when your partner is willing to try something different with you, such as savouring a mystery set dinner in complete darkness. It’s not easy to dine comfortably with someone when nothing is in sight. You must be absolutely at ease with your dinner date, knowing that conversations will keep coming through while you engage your other senses during the meal.

Seated in a pitch-black dining room, in the comfort of your company, you will be served their exquisite European menu crafted from the finest ingredients. A truly human experience like this is not something he or she will share with just anybody!

2. Bollywood Veggies

(Image Credits: Bollywood Veggies Official Website)

A farm and a bistro in the rustic environment of the Northwest Kranji side, this place is a rare find on our little red dot. Besides enjoying a farm-to-table experience as you indulge in their local and fusion cuisine, there are many other fun, hands-on activities available. These activities include a guided farm tour, potting session, culinary class, and more.

Honestly, a trip to Bollywood Veggies would make a fresh date, literally. If your significant other has made the effort to plan a trip with you there and was happy to explore a more rural routine with you for a day, he or she is quite a keeper because you know no one usually goes for farm dates in Singapore.

3. DIVINE Wine Extraordinaire

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Located in so-called Singapore’s Gotham City (an art-deco business complex Parkview Square), DIVINE is a lush wine bar featuring bold decorative art designs and textured planes of the Jazz-Age. The highlight of this extravagant wine bar is definitely its spectacular centerpiece – a 12-metre high wine cellar. Holding up to 3,000 bottles, it chills over 200 varieties of the world’s finest wine vintages. The most fascinating part is that, they actually use a wine fairy (yes, it’s a human wine fairy dressed up with fairy wings) who “flies” up to retrieve the bottle of wine you order from the cellar! We guess your partner must have done his or her homework to uncover this beautiful and intriguing bar for you?

4. Cups N Canvas

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Arteastiq might be a recent hit for couples wanting to paint together, but did you know about the conceptually similar cafe-studio Cups N Canvas? Housed within a characteristic art-decor shophouse with a peculiar personality, Cups N Canvas is a great place to enjoy a sensual painting experience with your significant other while sipping an aromatic cup of coffee. They provide art-jamming sessions on weekdays, and guided art painting sessions with experienced tutors on weekends. Choose from not just acrylic paint, but also watercolour and oil paints. Brownie points for your partner if he or she managed to introduce this place to you!

5. Whale & Cloud

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Unlike the usual cafe, Whale & Cloud is only open for a few hours during weekends, caps the maximum number of guests at 12, and does not have an obvious main entrance. Well, we wouldn’t disagree with what their Instagram profile states – “Many will seek and not all shall find” – it does actually require prior research to locate the cafe! If you have been there on a date before, you know the chance did not come by easy. (P/S: Heads up if you want to try going – The last we heard, the secret café has gone on hiatus for a while.)

6. Homerun Baseball

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Forget the mainstream sports that the both of you might have tried together before. You must be someone who is spontaneous and game enough for an alternative recreational activity if your date brought you along for some swinging action! As Homerun Baseball provides an automated indoor baseball and softball batting cage location, you can perfect your swings and work on your batting accuracy without sweating under the hot sun. Even if you are not a baseball enthusiast, this is a great place to de-stress, work your arm muscles, and just have fun with your date.

7. Palm Ave Float Club

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Who says a date necessarily means that both of you have to be together doing something all the time? Here’s something different for the adventurous: Floatation. After engaging in your usual activities, reset your mind and body as you experience floatation in a special tank. With your mind from distraction and body free from gravity, floating benefits you through rapid stress relief, faster recovery of the body, and many other ways. The float rooms are for individuals, but we are pretty certain it is definitely a one-of-a-kind experience that you cannot wait to share with your partner once each of you is done with it!

8. Raffles Lighthouse

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Not everyone will think of bringing their other half to visit a lighthouse, and that’s something interesting by itself! Raffles Lighthouse, built in dedication to Sir Stamford Raffles, is located at Singapore’s Southern-most island of Pulau Satumu, which is also known as “One Tree Island”.

If you have ever climbed the 88 spiraling steps to the glass-paneled dome that sits 29 meters off the ground, you were pretty lucky because the lighthouse is usually not open to visitors. It is only accessible to the visitors during certain times of the year, with the most recent public access during Singapore Maritime Week 2015. Besides exploring and learning about the beauty of the towering lighthouse, the island also provides lovely scenery with its clear waters, sea breezes and fresh air. Guess what – there are occasional rare sightings of wild dolphins in the waters near the lighthouse too! If you are keen to go with your date next time, keep a lookout for the next tour provided by Singapore Heritage Fest or MPA.

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This article is written by Yuting Lai from Between.

Caring And Loving The Nature – Spending Valentine’s Day On Coney Island!

On 14 February 2016, when the Sun had yet to rise, we woke up at 6am for a special Valentine’s Day out. It was our honour to be invited to join National Youth Council (NYC) and Outward Bound Singapore (OBS) for a guided tour of the newly opened Coney Island. The tour was conducted by cheery NParks volunteers.

Trading our heels for a pair of practical sports shoes, we gathered at the meeting point (Punggol Jetty) at 7:30am. We were warmly welcomed by friendly staff from NYC, OBS, and a sea of OBS Alumni members. Enthusiasm shone in everyone’s faces as we could not wait to start the trial. Most of us were visiting Coney Island Park for the first time.

Parliamentary Secretary for Ministry of Culture, Community and Youth (MCCY), Mr Baey Yam Keng, was also there. He joined us in the trail and encouraged us to contribute ideas to existing environmental education efforts.

We were encouraged to think of how we could expand OBS’ existing efforts to reach out to more youths in its outdoor adventure education programme. Charismatic and passionate, he reached out to every one of us and listened to our opinions on increasing environmental awareness and preservation in Singapore.

“I am pleased to see many young nature-lovers spending the morning of Valentine’s Day here at Coney Island. Youths are always looking for something fresh to interest them and today’s activity is one of such engagements. As youths are the future leaders who would see Singapore through SG100, it is important for them to be aware and proactive in conserving the environment,” enthused Mr Baey.

We started the trial from the West Entrance (enter from Punggol Promenade Nature Walk towards Punggol Point Park). There’s a bicycle bay, shelter, and Casuarina Exploratory upon entering Coney Island.

An NParks volunteer kindly explained to us how Coney Island came to be. The history of the island, also known as Pulau Serangoon, dates back to the 1930s. At that time, it was bought over by the famous Haw Par brothers – Aw Boon Haw and Aw Boon Par, who built a beach villa there. The villa fell into shambles after World War II and the island remained uninhabited until 1950, when Indian businessman Ghulam Mahmood took over the island with the intention to turn it into a resort.

Fortunately for us, his plan did not materialise and the island was transformed into a rustic nature park complete with a boardwalk and bird observation points in late 2015.

Lush greenery greeted us the moment we stepped into the park. Varieties of trees stood tall on both sides of the pathway, reminding us of how blessed we are to reside in this tropical region of the world.

An escape to Coney Island is a respite from the hustle and bustle of city life in Singapore. For those who intend to cycle, do note that the park’s pathway can be a little rocky at times. For those intending to walk, do bring along or wear a pair of comfortable shoes.

As we walked deeper, we were told that there are 80 species of birds within this park. Bird watchers are able to catch them early in the morning before the sun rises and at dusk when the birds return to their homes in the park.

Other than bird watching, visitors can also indulge in nature photography, have a picnic, or take a nature walk in Coney Island.

Sheltered by the tall trees of Coney Island and enjoying the gentle breeze by the sea, we participated in the SGfuture session hosted by the organisers. An SGfuture session gives Singaporeans the opportunity to share and co-shape our future.

Exciting ideas such as a dedicated ecological literacy programme, and flora-fauna treasure hunt competition were mooted by participants. The goal was to encourage more youths to celebrate the rich bio-diversity in Singapore.

We ended our journey on the beach (Beach Area C) which is situated past the mangrove forest. A family of monkeys caught sight of us and followed us to the beach while waiting for the opportunity to seize our food and drinks. The monkeys are harmless, and were just scouring for food as it is their nature to do so.

A tip for visitors at Coney Island – hide your food and water bottles unless you wish to start a war with the monkeys. They can be very persistent when it comes to food.

That day, we saw Singapore differently. Coney Island’s beauty and rustic appeal has humbled and inspired us to do our part for Singapore. OBS wishes to educate everyone to do their part to protect nature.

Do not leave our rubbish behind in the park, minimise our impact on nature by keeping ourselves to the designated main trek and live in harmony with the flora and fauna.

In fact, at OBS’ recent Project IsLand-A-Hand, championed by volunteers and staff, they built flotsams on the beaches of Coney Island to prevent rubbish from being washed up onto the island.

Thanks to OBS, NYC and NParks, this is the best Valentine’s Day we ever had. We have learnt more about our country and how we can play a part to be more environmentally-friendly. Do pay Coney Island a visit and remember while you admire the beauty of the park, show your love by reducing the impact on our environment.

Tips for visiting Coney Island Park

• The terrain is rugged at parts and may be unsuitable for young children.
• As there is no lighting in the evenings, the park is only open from 7am to 7pm for safety reasons.
• There is no electricity or piped water on the island. Please bring sufficient water with you when you visit the park.
• Please wear long pants and covered shoes for protection from insects such as sandflies.
• There is a free-roaming Brahman cow that has made the island its home. Please avoid approaching, disturbing, or trying to take close-up photographs of the animal.
• Do keep to the designated trails and appreciate any animals you may see from afar. If you encounter Long-tailed Macaques (a.k.a. monkeys), keep a safe distance and do not feed them.
• Do avoid visiting the park during a storm, or seek shelter immediately if it rains while you are within the park.
• Please remember to take only what you have brought in, and leave nothing behind but footprints.

A few extra tips from DiscoverSG:

1. Protect yourself with ample insect repellant
2. Phone reception can be quite poor in the park, and you may not get Internet connection all the time. Do plan your trip in advance.

We hope that you will be able to fully immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of Coney Island and make memories that will last a lifetime.

5 Places In Singapore That Millennials Loved But No Longer Exist!

As Singapore marches onward the path of progress, many of our favourite childhood hangouts have failed to dance to the new tune of modernisation, and now no longer exist. Let’s take a walk down memory lane.

How many of these childhood places can you remember? What memories do you have of these places? Share this with your friends and reminisce the days past.

1. Escape Theme Park

Ah…Escape Theme Park. School holidays were spent here. This was where you would go for a fun day out. Anyone remembers the rides? Our favourite rides were the Pirate Ship and Log Flume ride. Do you remember the spraying mist while queueing up for the Pirate Ship ride? It was such a fascination when we were kids.

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Escape Theme Park closed in 2011 for further redevelopment to adapt to the changing needs of visitors. It was confirmed later to become an expansion of Wild Wild Wet.

2. King Albert Park McDonald’s

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If you were to think about your secondary school days, I’m pretty sure the word “McDonald’s” will pop up. This is because every one of us has our own special McDonald’s outlet where we hung out with friends after school.

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If you stay in the west, King Albert Park McDonald’s was the one that you’d probably remember. Be it hanging out with friends, or studying for your ‘O’ levels in a corner of the fast food restaurant, many people among the Generation Y have fond memories of this place. Sadly, King Albert Park McDonald’s was demolished along with its neighbouring tenants in 2014 to make space for a new condominium.

3. A&W Chain of Restaurants

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Here’s a fun fact. A&W was actually the first fast food chain to arrive on our shores in 1966, long before McDonald’s and KFC. Unfortunately, they’re gone now. We recall visiting their stores when we were very young. All of us were huge fans of their gigantic root beer floats. These days, the only A&W we can find is in the supermarkets, printed on little brown cans containing their signature root beer. They pulled out of our shores in 2003 due to declining business and never looked back.

4. Kallang National Stadium

Gone were the days when we went to the Kallang National Stadium to watch previews of the National Day Parade. This was the place where some of us, as children back then, experienced our most patriotic moments. Singing along with Kit Chan’s Home, and many other classic NDP Songs was one of the best memories we had of this place.

Kallang National Stadium closed down in 2007, and was demolished in 2010 to make way for a newer Singapore National Stadium and Singapore Sports Hub that opened in 2014.

5. Comics Connection

Not sure about the ladies but for the guys, whether you were here for the comics or the buying of trading card games, this chain of comic stores was one of the more iconic names during our younger days. Even if we weren’t going to buy anything, we would find ourselves strolling into Comic’s Connection just to look around while waiting for a friend who is late.

The last Comics Connection store located in Plaza Singapura closed down just a few months back in December 2015.

Bonus: M)phosis

Fashion brand M)phosis, one of the more successful home-grown labels, has shut all its stores in Singapore last November. Citing cash flow issues as the main reason for its closure, we will never have the chance to step foot in one of their iconic store fronts anymore.

How meaningful were these places to you? Let us know in the comments!

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13 Best Things To Do In Punggol That Show Punggol Is Not Boring At All!

If you’ve exhausted your list of places to go, worry no more – this comprehensive guide to Punggol means you’ll be able to stuff yourself silly and explore what was once considered one of the most ulu parts of Singapore.

1. Explore the former landfill that is Lorong Halus Wetlands

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Spanning over 18 acres is Lorong Halus Wetlands, a former landfill that extends along the eastern bank of Serangoon Resevoir. Enter from Punggol Promenade and make your way across the snaking Lorong Hulas Bridge, which was fashioned to resemble a railway bridge.

2. Have a futsal tournament with your friends

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Opening Hours:
Off-Peak
Mon – Fri: 9am – 6pm, $50/court/hour

Peak
Mon – Fri: 6pm – 2am
Weekends and Public Holidays: 9am – 2am, $95/court/hour