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Singapore is also a city of entertainment and leisure, all within a compact environment. That is why you can attend that crucial deal-clinching meeting during the day, knowing that in the evening there are a plethora of options for you to celebrate a successful negotiation, relax or unwind. Pick from an array of entertainment choices; from a Night Safari adventure to partying with another kind of animal at our world-acclaimed clubs. Now, where else would you rather be?
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Introduce your incentive reward recipients to the interesting history, culture and character of the Peranakans, a people of mixed Chinese and Malay ancestries, with influences from the Portuguese and Dutch. Visit Singapore’s Peranakan enclave at Katong, where delegates can learn about the elaborate customs and savour the delectable cuisine of the Peranakans.
The Chinese form the bulk of Singapore’s population so Chinatown is a great place to view the sights of a Chinese temple and find delicacies such as live frogs and snakes.
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Venture to Geylang Serai where the Malay Village offers a cultural showcase of the Malay community, such as a Malay wedding themed night.
At Little India, visitors enjoy a rich potpourri of sights and smells. Exotic spices permeate the busy little lanes. Send your adventurers on a mini Amazing Race and reward them with a tattoo through the painless style of henna painting. |
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With as many as 7,000 event days a year, Singapore brims with festive energy all year round from Christmas street light ups, shopping festivals like the Great Singapore Sale, celebration parades such as Chingay Parade, international entertainment events, to spectator sports.
Traditional festivals dazzle incentive participants not only with their spectacle and performances but food as well. Celebrate the Chinese Lunar New Year by tossing Yu Sheng (raw fish salad), to bring your team prosperity and good health or impress them with a spectacular display of lights and aromatic flowers, sweets and food when Little India becomes the focal point for Deepavali, the Festival of Lights. |
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Food has to be a true incentive for performance and reward, and Singapore offers much to satisfy the fussy palate, from open air hawker centres whipping up local delights, trendy cafes, traditional coffee shops, to award-winning restaurants.
Embark on a culinary adventure by sending your incentive winners to our renowned culinary schools such as the Raffles Culinary Academy, at-sunrice Academy or Coriander Leaf. Besides engaging in bonding sessions, they learn the secrets of using tropical herbs and spices with food.
Or time your trip during the Singapore Food Festival where your winners will be treated to the wonderful cuisines of Singapore and the rest of the world. For the very best treatment, place them on a private chartered Masterchef Safari during the annual World Gourmet Summit to savour exceptional food and choice wines at several restaurants in one evening.
For those who prefer the simple pleasures of Singapore daily living, start the day at a traditional coffee shop serving strong black/white coffee and charcoal grilled kaya (coconut and egg jam) toast. |
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Besides offering star performers an invigorating swim with sharks, dinner with orang utans, and sneaking up to nocturnal creatures in their natural habitat, just south of Singapore lies the resort island of Sentosa, with its prestine beaches, and historical venues such as Fort Siloso.
Captivate your winners with a one-of-a-kind Gourmet Safari Express at the Singapore Zoological Gardens, or rise up early to join the birds for breakfast in the lush tropical setting of the Flamingo Lodge in Jurong BirdPark.
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World-class arts performances take place at the Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay, Singapore’s premier performing arts venue. Private performances can be arranged on the Esplanade’s Roof Terrace, serving canapés and champagne. From Beijing opera, Broadway musicals, Bolshoi Ballet, to Kerala Kathakali, we offer wonderful pickings from the East and the West.
An elegant dinner can be staged at the Asian Civilisations Museum with a Peranakan theme, or you can end the evening on a high with a Cantonese Opera Concert. Dress your delegates in the colourful costumes of the opera singers and have their faces painted like the opera performers. |
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The garden city of Singapore offers much peace and tranquility in the lush surroundings of Spa Botanica, Singapore’s first garden spa at Sentosa. Indulge in the aroma of curative herbs and flowers and journey through the tropical sanctuary to unravel the secrets of physical well-being.
Or arrange a Tai Chi morning session at the Botanic Gardens followed by a soothing foot reflexology session to ease tension and improve blood circulation.
Enjoy a refreshing tea appreciation session and learn the intricate details of making a cup of traditional Chinese tea. When night descends, unwind at the Laguna National Golf and Country Club which features two championship 18-hole courses in pristine landscaping. |
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Singapore is a gateway to many other exciting cities in the region. With connections of over 70 international airlines, it is the ideal place to plan a fly-cruise holiday for your incentive participants. Board one of Star Cruises’ liners and sail to nearby ports of call and enjoy five-star treatment on board. Besides offering international cuisine on board, your winners can take part in team-building events, pool parties, dinner and dance events and many more.
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Plan an afternoon high tea cruise on a real Chinese junk as it sails around Singapore’s harbour front, before visiting Kusu Island, the legendary Isle of Turtles. The team can also take a 45-minute ferry ride to Bintan or Batam island to explore the island by bicycle or enjoy sea sports and a game of golf at excellent golf courses.
Or embark on an unforgettable journey on board the luxurious Eastern and Oriental Express train for superior comforts as it makes its way into the heart of Malaysia and Thailand. |
Singapore offers a plethora of venues for special events that can be used as part of a conference programme or to contribute to the overall attractiveness of an incentive programme. |
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- The University of Chicago, GSB, which has intricate Chinese carvings and structures is perfect for cocktail functions and networking sessions for 130 people.
- Chinatown Food Street, which offers al fresco dinner hawker style for 500 people, where an entire food street is designated for your winners. Each stall offers local fare.
- The colonial-themed CHIJMES Chapel, which is popular for themed dinners. Its lawn and fountain garden is an ideal place for elegant functions, with capacity for up to 4,000 people.
- The Admiral Cheng Ho Boat is an authentic junk boat which sails from Clifford Pier around Singapore River. It serves an Imperial Dinner for 160 people including Chinese orchestra entertainment.
- The Malay Heritage Centre which showcases Malay history and offers up to three cultural performances daily for 1,000 people.
- Museums such as The Arts House at the Old Parliament, Singapore Art Museum, Asian Civilisations Museum and Empress Place. Each venue offers function areas of varying sizes. The oldest surviving government building, The Arts House at the Old Parliament, has a history of 177 years, and is an ideal off-site venue with a 75-seat screening room, a 120-seat performance area, and more.
- Burkill Hall, a colonial mansion and one of Singapore’s monuments of architectural and historical interest commands a panoramic view of the National Orchid Garden.
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- The Singapore Zoo and Night Safari where winners can enjoy a jungle breakfast with wildlife, or dine at the Song Bird Terrace.
- Zouk and Velvet Underground, nightspots that offer 3-in-1 club concept for corporate events and product launches.
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- Mandai Orchid Garden where groups can enjoy packed picnic lunches and a hydroculture learning tour.
- Orchidville which is great for bigger groups. Dinner functions can be organised at its many pavilions for up to 500 people. Orchid sprays can be cut as gifts for your winners.
- Merlion Park which is perfect for product launches and cocktails for 500 people.
- at-sunrice Academy which offers a spice garden tour and hands-on cooking workshops for spouse programmes in Fort Canning Park.
- Cavenagh Bridge which offers a panoramic view of Singapore’s city skyline from a colonial bridge in a sit-down dinner for 100 people.
- The resort island of Sentosa with its many clean beaches for beach parties and themed events.
- A Night at the Races at the Singapore Turf Club topped with elegant dining, flowing champagne, wines.
- Stadium Waterfront which is flanked by a 250m boardwalk.
- Chinese Garden with its imperial Chinese-style garden as a backdrop for events.
- A Masquerade Ball at Raffles Hotel
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