Singapore Travel Tips

Save 25% off best available rates at the Royal Plaza on Scotts Hotel in Singapore when you stay for three nights or longer. After applying the discount, rates start from SGD285 (USD225) for a Superior Room. A 10% service charge and 7% taxes are additional. Rates include free internet, local calls, Nespresso coffee, and mini-bar. The ‘Spring Promotion’ is available from February 2 – April 4, 2012.

The new Cultural Hotel in central Singapore is offering online rates from SGD120 (USD95) for a Superior Room, SGD125 (USD98) for a Deluxe Room, and SGD225 (USD177) for a Family Room. Rates include breakfast, internet access, and late check-out until 2pm. A 10% service charge and 7% local taxes are additional. “Best Internet Rates” are available now through June 30, 2012.  

Treat yourself to an a la carte buffet of dim sum, roast duck and other Chinese dishes every weekend at Jing Restaurant in Singapore. The buffet is available from 12pm – 2:30pm every Saturday, Sunday, and public holidays. The cost is SGD48 (USD38) for adults and SGD24 (USD18) for children age 4 – 16. A 10% service charge and 7% taxes are additional. Reservations are recommended.

Until February 29, 2012, the Pan Pacific Orchard Hotel in Singapore is offering a “Double Preferences” promotion. Nightly rates start from SGD319 (USD247) for a Deluxe Queen Room and guests can choose 2 of the following complimentary perks: breakfast for two, a guaranteed room upgrade, or SGD30 (USD23) dining credit. 10% service charge and 7% local taxes are additional.

Make an online reservation at the Victoria Hotel in downtown Singapore online and enjoy special online discounts. Nightly rates start from SGD150 (USD115) for a Superior Room, SGD190 (USD147) for a Deluxe Room, and SGD220 (USD170) for a Family Room. Rates include internet access, local calls, 10% service charge, and 7% local taxes. Rates are accurate through June 30, 2012.

Starting January 15, 2012, Singapore Airlines will operate its New York – Frankfurt – Singapore route using the Airbus A380. The A380 is the world’s largest aircraft and known for being spacious and quiet. Round-trip economy fares to Singapore start from EUR789 (USD1,040) from Frankfurt and USD1,321 from New York. These promotional fares are valid on select travel dates through June 9, 2012.

To celebrate the opening of the 3D Transformers ride, Resorts World Sentosa is offering a 2 night/3 day “Transformers Special”. The package costs SGD888 (USD 685) and includes 2 nights in a luxury hotel, daily breakfast, 2 passes to  Universal Studios, 2 passes to the Marine Experiential Museum, souvenirs, and a SGD25 (USD19) Sentosa voucher.  This promotion is available until March 31, 2012.

The Park Avenue Rochester, Singapore’s newest business hotel, is offering special introductory rates until March 31, 2012. Promotional rates start from SGD168 (USD129) for a Superior Room, SGD178 (USD137) for a Deluxe Room, and SGD198 (USD152) for a Super Deluxe Room.  Rates include complimentary internet access and full facility use.  A 10% service charge and 7% taxes are additional.

Book the “Stay Clever” promotion at the Holiday Inn Singapore and children stay and dine free. This promotion also includes a 30% discount on room rates, 25% discount on food and beverages, and late check-out until 4pm. Rates start from SGD176 (USD138) at Holiday Inn Atrium and SGD256 (USD201) at Holiday Inn Orchard City Centre. Book by January 31 for stays now through February 29, 2012.

Celebrate the holiday season with the “Christmas and Year End Package” from the elegant Goodwood Park Hotel in Singapore. Package prices start from SGD290 (USD227) for a Deluxe Room, breakfast for two, SGD30 (USD23) daily dining credit, and hotel discounts. 10% service charge and 7% taxes are additional. This promotion is available from November 18, 2011, to January 12, 2012.