5 Places To Have Fun During Chinese New Year
There are plenty of places to go and things to do if you want to hang out and soak in the Chinese New Year.
1) Let The Games Begin @ Resort World Sentosa
Most people are waiting to visit first integrated resort, the Resort World Sentosa.
The Universal Studios Singapore and the Casino will be open just before Chinese New Year.
The Resorts World Casino will have its first play on 14 February while Universal Studios Singapore will open for preview from 5pm to 9pm every night from 14 Feb to 21 Feb.
Check out the website for more info: Resorts World Singapore
2) River Hongbao
Soak in the atmosphere of the River Hongbao at The Float@Marina Bay. Taste unique Chengdu delicacies, enjoy nightly variety shows by artises and cultural groups from Chengdu, Taiwan and Singapore, and admire the beautifully crafted lantern.
Chinese New Year Eve Countdown celebrations: 13 Feb 2010, 10pm to 1am
Nightly variety shows: 8pm to 10pm
Date: 12 to 20 Feb, 2010
Time: noon to 11:30pm
Where: The Float@Marina Bay
Free admission to the River Hongbao 2010
Info: www.riverhongbao.sg
3) Sentosa Lights of Spring
See the spectacular collection of light displays including the 12 Chinese Zodiac characters or watch the iconic Merlion come alive with stunning light projections. Savour mouth-watering temptations, catch our colourful roving entertainers and soak up the magic of the night with family and friends.
Date: 13 to 21 Feb 2010
Time: 7pm to 10:30pm
Where: Imbiah
Admission to the event is free.
Island admission by Sentosa Bus ($2 per visitor) or Sentosa Express ($3 per visitor) payable separately.
Website: Sentosa Lights of Spring
4) Roar into the Chinese New Year with Science Centre Singapore
There’s slew of activities lined up for you at Science Centre Singapore. Enjoy free Science Shows about Sound. Take the loudest Tiger Roar Challenge and win iPod shuffle! Meet the God of Fortune and experience a Snow Blizzard at Snow City.
Opening Hours: 10am to 6pm
Info: Please visit official website for opening hours, admission fees.
5) Celebrate with the Singapore Zoo this roaring year of the Tiger!
Activities that you and your kids will love, including Northern Lion Dance Performance, Auspicious Fu Lu Shou Meet & Greet, White Tiger Token Feeding, and many others.
Date: 13 Feb – 21 Feb 2010
Please visit official website for opening hours, admission fees.
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Google maps are terribly outdated
Look at the maps capture from 2 map providers, Google Map and StreetDirectory.com, at the same location.
They look very different.
Map captured from StreetDirectory.com
Map captured from Google Map
This area has changed so much since 4-5 years ago.
If you’re depending on Google Map to search for building, for sure you’ll get lost.
Wondering when Google will update their map?
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Let join Us One Year YOG Countdown Event
The first Youth Olympic Games (YOG) is just 365 days away, as the world counts down to the Singapore 2010 Youth Olympic Games on Friday, 14 August 2009 at The Padang.
Event highlights~
Unveiling of Countdown Clock
The countdown clock for the first YOG in Olympic history, sponsored by Omega, will be unveiled.
One-Year Countdown at 8.10PM
A spectacular display of lights, sound and action as the countdown takes place
Youth Olympic Games Carnival
Join our youth talents, sports personalities and local celebrities in sporting fun and celebrations at the Padang
YOG Celebration Concert and Party
Enjoy performances by some of Singapore’s top talents from our schools and the entertainment scene
Commemorate Olympic Day
Celebrate this historic milestone for the Olympic Movement – cheer on runners of the Olympic Day Run
official link: One Year Countdown Event
See you there ~
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Count Me In – Be A YOG volunteer!
Are you ready for the once in a life-time experience?
Come, join us for the very first Youth Olympic Games in Singapore next year. We need people from various skill and talents.
Take a look at the Job Description. Don’t forget to read the policy and FAQ before submit your details in the volunteer application form.
Lets have fun ~~
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A Large Fly landed in between Orchard and Somerset
A large fly landed in between Orchard and Somerset
Took this picture at Dover MRT station.
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