Thursday, December 17, 2009
Make a guess, what is the name of the annual street parade that is held in Singapore, as part of the Chinese New Year festival?
That's right, it is non other than CHINGAY!
Chingay is the art of costume and masquerade and it hails from Penang. Singapore held it's first Chingay in 1973 and hence it is spread to other parts of Asia. Ever since the first parade which is held, it became a permanent festival that is held annually. The parade grew more interestingly each year, nevertheless the upcoming Chingay will not be a disappointment.
Chingay has been witnessed by many Singaporeans from all walks of life and has successfully attracted tourists from all over the world to join this magnificent event!! The parade is a multi racial festival whereby the performers are ranging from students to senior citizens all of whom are volunteers. Hardwork and sweat has been put together to make this event a success.
Next year, Chingay 2010 will be held on 19th & 20th February in the vincinity of Orchard Road. So what makes Chingay 2010 special? These are the highlights that are not to be missed.
Join Chingay on Facebook and TWITTER!
http://www.facebook.com/sharer.php?u=http://www.chingay.org.sg/2010/passionchingayclub/index.asp?
http://twitter.com/PAChingayClub
Reference: http://www.chingay.org.sg/2010/about-chingay.asp
That's right, it is non other than CHINGAY!
Chingay is the art of costume and masquerade and it hails from Penang. Singapore held it's first Chingay in 1973 and hence it is spread to other parts of Asia. Ever since the first parade which is held, it became a permanent festival that is held annually. The parade grew more interestingly each year, nevertheless the upcoming Chingay will not be a disappointment.
Chingay has been witnessed by many Singaporeans from all walks of life and has successfully attracted tourists from all over the world to join this magnificent event!! The parade is a multi racial festival whereby the performers are ranging from students to senior citizens all of whom are volunteers. Hardwork and sweat has been put together to make this event a success.
Next year, Chingay 2010 will be held on 19th & 20th February in the vincinity of Orchard Road. So what makes Chingay 2010 special? These are the highlights that are not to be missed.
- Majestic Flying Horses
- Dragon and lion dances (FIRST pair of firecracker dragons)
- Legendary well-loved tales
- Wonders from around the world
- Story of Yellow River
- Samba Singapore
- The Grandest Finale in Chingay History (you can never imagine what it would be)
Come over to Singapore during the Chinese New Year period to catch this GRANDEST PARADE ever. Quickly grab the special edition T-shirt design for Chingay as well as the limited edition Chingay 2010 Coin while stock last!:)
So do not hesitate to come join us in Chingay 2010. Purchase your tickets from any SISTIC outlets or website http://www.sistic.com.sg/, SISTIC hotline: (65) 6348 5555
Join Chingay on Facebook and TWITTER!
http://www.facebook.com/sharer.php?u=http://www.chingay.org.sg/2010/passionchingayclub/index.asp?
http://twitter.com/PAChingayClub
Reference: http://www.chingay.org.sg/2010/about-chingay.asp
11:19 PM.
Wednesday, December 9, 2009
Do you love action? Do you love to watch cars racing at the speed of light? Do you love the sound of the revving engine?
How about catching all these action all AT NIGHT, without a worry about the scorching sun? Yes, you've heard it right! It's the ONE AND ONLY Formula One Night Race, and it's all happening in Singapore!
The Formula One season consists of a series of races held in various countries such as Singapore, Japan, Malaysia and more, where circuits are built to host this event.
The results of all the races in the different countries are combined to determine an two overall winners, 1 for the drivers and another for the constructors, with racing drivers, constructor teams, track officials as well as the organisers!
Isn't it exciting? Well, if you have missed the race for the past 2 years, not to worry! There will be one coming up from the 24 to 26 September 2010!
With many of the other attractions beautifully lit up at night, such as the Singapore Flyer and the Old Parliament House, you can view the race as well as the various attractions all in one place!
I was there at the race in 2009 as an usher and it was a really amazing experience! To be there at the race itself, where all the action is happening, is certainly a once-in-a-lifetime experience and something not to be missed!
Here are some of the pictures I took!
This is part of the circuit track, beautifully lit up.
Another part of the track. Look at the beautiful buildings.
The various displays of cars there!
Another beautifully lit up attraction, the Esplanade
Here's a video I took of the actual race itself. Look at how fast the cars are travelling!
How about catching all these action all AT NIGHT, without a worry about the scorching sun? Yes, you've heard it right! It's the ONE AND ONLY Formula One Night Race, and it's all happening in Singapore!
The Formula One season consists of a series of races held in various countries such as Singapore, Japan, Malaysia and more, where circuits are built to host this event.
The results of all the races in the different countries are combined to determine an two overall winners, 1 for the drivers and another for the constructors, with racing drivers, constructor teams, track officials as well as the organisers!
Isn't it exciting? Well, if you have missed the race for the past 2 years, not to worry! There will be one coming up from the 24 to 26 September 2010!
With many of the other attractions beautifully lit up at night, such as the Singapore Flyer and the Old Parliament House, you can view the race as well as the various attractions all in one place!
I was there at the race in 2009 as an usher and it was a really amazing experience! To be there at the race itself, where all the action is happening, is certainly a once-in-a-lifetime experience and something not to be missed!
Here are some of the pictures I took!
This is part of the circuit track, beautifully lit up.
Another part of the track. Look at the beautiful buildings.
The Old Parliament House
Swissotel the Stamford
The various displays of cars there!
Here are some of the clearer pictures I took of the racing cars! It was hard to take a decent picture, considering they were travelling at 350km/hr! (A cheetah's running speed is only about 97km/hour!)
Mercedes, Vodafone
Ferrari
Another beautifully lit up attraction, the Esplanade
Guess what? Backstreet Boys performed at the race too! Who knows which popular celebrity might come next in 2010?
Here's a video I took of the actual race itself. Look at how fast the cars are travelling!
With so much to expect, what are you waiting for?! Keep 24-26 Sep 2010 free and make a trip down Singapore to experience the race like never before!
7:59 AM.
Monday, December 7, 2009
Do you like sports? Are you a fan of sports?
If you are, be sure to head down to Singapore during14-16 August 2010 to catch live sport competition. The very first Youth Olympic Game held in Singapore.
Greetings from our Singapore First Youth Olympic Game Mascot!
Get a glimpse on the video and see how excited Singaporean is in welcoming YOG.
What can be more exciting than this! Look at how excited everyone is.
YOG 2010 has estimated to receive 5000 athletes and officials from 205 National Olympic Committees (NOCs), 1200 media representatives, 20 000 local and international volunteers and more than 500 000 spectators. There will be a total of 26 sports where young athletes of age 14-18 years old will take part in.
Can you imagine Singapore being a small country is holding such a huge event? Isn't it incredible and amazing? Interested in finding out how Singapore did it, be sure to attend the event and you will find out.
If you aren't a fan of sports, this is a great opportunity for you to get to know the different sports and sport stars. Having this YOG in Singapore it has definitely brought out the sport spirit in us
Singapore has been making effort in promoting and emphasising the need of sports. In January 2004, The Singapore Sport School has made its official opening with an initial intake of 141 students. This school helps to groom Singapore's future world and international sporting champions
So why not take this opportunity to come down Singapore and look at the YOG event as well as take a look at how Singapore Sport School students perform during the competition.
After watching the competition, you might be interested in furthering your sports dream by coming Singapore to study to become the next SPORT STAR! :)
Come and celebrate this magnificent event with us, have a memorable trip over to Singapore this coming 2010. See You there! :)
Reference : http://www.singapore2010.sg/
http://www.sportsschool.edu.sg/
6:12 AM.
Wednesday, December 2, 2009
COUNTDOWN 2010 !
31 December 2009- If you haven't decided on how to spend your New Year's eve, well what better way than to head down to Marina Bay to usher in 2010! This year-end tradition for Singapore will bring together the collective wishes and resolutions of thousands of people.
Broadcast LIVE on ChannelNews Asia, the Countdown will also capture the hearts of fellow Singaporeans and friends residing overseas.
Marina Bay provides a perfect setting against the signature city skyline to stage and enjoy large-scale cultural and community events, water-based sports and celebrations.
So be sure to check out the brilliant display of firework when the clock strikes midnight!
http://www2.visitsingapore.com/celebrate2009/#/events/40
31 December 2009- If you haven't decided on how to spend your New Year's eve, well what better way than to head down to Marina Bay to usher in 2010! This year-end tradition for Singapore will bring together the collective wishes and resolutions of thousands of people.
Broadcast LIVE on ChannelNews Asia, the Countdown will also capture the hearts of fellow Singaporeans and friends residing overseas.
Marina Bay provides a perfect setting against the signature city skyline to stage and enjoy large-scale cultural and community events, water-based sports and celebrations.
So be sure to check out the brilliant display of firework when the clock strikes midnight!
http://www2.visitsingapore.com/celebrate2009/#/events/40
5:16 AM.
Monday, November 30, 2009
Out of ideas about where to go for Christmas this year? How about spending the special moment with your family here in Singapore? And perhaps make some new friends here to share this special moment with.This year, Scotts Road has more than sparkles to offer for your Christmas. The enchanting light up along Orchard and Scotts road is here to take your breath away again in its 26th year.
Together with the three newest malls in Singapore, 313@Somerset, The Orchard Central and Ion Orchard, this is definitely a place to go for your Christmas shopping and celebration.
In addition, you may be delighted to take up the new hobby of 'collecting christmas trees' from all the malls in Singapore. From candy trees to teddy bear trees, you are sure to fall instantly in love with these creations.
12:18 AM.
Sunday, November 29, 2009
It’s the only place to be on 12 December from 8pm all the way till the next morning. Nothing can beat Asia’s distinctive and largest outdoor dance music festival that is happening at Siloso Beach, Sentosa.
There’s definitely more than just music and dancing that goes on all night long. It’s going to be a happening night for the music enthusiasts. Being an international event for the past 9 years of the dance music scene, it is indeed a reputable event where people from different countries come together at this one night to party & celebrate!
Party revellers, Get ready to
rock the BEACH & groove to the DJs Beats.
You can expect the man himself, Armin Van Buuren to spice up the night with his well known and best loved uplifting, euphoric sets. He has been voted twice for being the NUMBER ONE DJ in the 100 DJ poll.
Bringing down the House, will be the Defected crew led by label owner Simon Dumore’s exceedingly lively sets, coupled with percussion extraordinaire Shovell and Yasmeen’s stirring vocals.
More dance-floor smashers and International DJs will flood our shores so head down to Siloso beach on 12 December to bring the spirit and energy to the dance floor.
This year is gonna be even more exciting as Zouk out 2009 incorporates the latest attraction in Sentosa, Wave house. You can expect exhilarating rides all night long.
For those clubbers seeking out adventure, you wont regret this night.
For more details and past zouk out events, check out this website http://www.zoukout.com/
Don’t miss out!
There’s definitely more than just music and dancing that goes on all night long. It’s going to be a happening night for the music enthusiasts. Being an international event for the past 9 years of the dance music scene, it is indeed a reputable event where people from different countries come together at this one night to party & celebrate!
Party revellers, Get ready to
rock the BEACH & groove to the DJs Beats.You can expect the man himself, Armin Van Buuren to spice up the night with his well known and best loved uplifting, euphoric sets. He has been voted twice for being the NUMBER ONE DJ in the 100 DJ poll.
Bringing down the House, will be the Defected crew led by label owner Simon Dumore’s exceedingly lively sets, coupled with percussion extraordinaire Shovell and Yasmeen’s stirring vocals.
More dance-floor smashers and International DJs will flood our shores so head down to Siloso beach on 12 December to bring the spirit and energy to the dance floor.
This year is gonna be even more exciting as Zouk out 2009 incorporates the latest attraction in Sentosa, Wave house. You can expect exhilarating rides all night long.
For those clubbers seeking out adventure, you wont regret this night.
For more details and past zouk out events, check out this website http://www.zoukout.com/
Don’t miss out!
11:47 PM.
Saturday, November 28, 2009
Want to spend your Christmas in a more magical way? Well, we have that all figured out for you.
Nothing can be more interesting than heading down to The Singapore Flyer to experience the first ever FREE admission magic festival!
With World Class Magicians from US, Germany and Singapore, you will get to experience these wonderful magical moments up-close and personal with them! The Magic begins from 5 to 30 December 2009.
Just like its being said, MAGIC comes to life at NIGHT!
From 5pm onwards, Catch Sebastian Nicholas from Germany performing his award wining magic show on stage from 5-14 December.
The international award winning magician from US, Kenrick ‘ICE’ Mc Donald will also be performing from 23 to 30 December, giving a special performance on the 23 December during the Singapore STREET Magic Competition.
What's more? Magic enthusiasts will also be invited to compete in the Singapore STREET Magic Competition! You will be able to see many local talents competing against each other to steal the limelight.
So what are you waiting for? Bring along all your family & friends to Singapore to catch the magical event! It's definitely an event not to be missed!
For the schedule of the event, Check out this website for more details,
http://www.singaporemagicfest.com/prog.asp
Here is the list of the magicians performing!
Nothing can be more interesting than heading down to The Singapore Flyer to experience the first ever FREE admission magic festival!
With World Class Magicians from US, Germany and Singapore, you will get to experience these wonderful magical moments up-close and personal with them! The Magic begins from 5 to 30 December 2009.
Just like its being said, MAGIC comes to life at NIGHT!
From 5pm onwards, Catch Sebastian Nicholas from Germany performing his award wining magic show on stage from 5-14 December.
The international award winning magician from US, Kenrick ‘ICE’ Mc Donald will also be performing from 23 to 30 December, giving a special performance on the 23 December during the Singapore STREET Magic Competition.
What's more? Magic enthusiasts will also be invited to compete in the Singapore STREET Magic Competition! You will be able to see many local talents competing against each other to steal the limelight.
So what are you waiting for? Bring along all your family & friends to Singapore to catch the magical event! It's definitely an event not to be missed!
For the schedule of the event, Check out this website for more details,
http://www.singaporemagicfest.com/prog.asp
Here is the list of the magicians performing!
10:47 PM.
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
The Singaproe Design Festival is back again. From 20 to 30 November 2009, the festival will draw designers, design thought leaders and design clients of the world for the third time here in Singapore.
This year, the festival is themed "Design 2050", where everyone is gathered in discussion of the possible design for convenience of our everyday life.
The highlights for this year's festival include:
ICSID WORLD DESIGN CONGRESS SINGAPORE 2009
9 Design2050 studios, 4 keynote speakers and Congress facilitators will come together in an engaging interactive forum to propose solutions to many of today’s critical issues and challenges.
INDEX: ‘DESIGN TO IMPROVE LIFE’ EXHIBITION
An inspiring exhibition that presents design in 5 categories - Body, Home, Work, Play and Community, to address concerns relevant to people of all ages from all walks of life.
PORTFOLIO SHOW FOR YOUNG DESIGNERS
A curated showcase of the best collection of portfolios by young Singaporean or Singapore-based designers across all design disciplines; reflecting the progression and ambitions of Singapore design.
The various events in this festival will be held in 40 over places on the island, including VivoCity, ION Orchard, City Hall and Suntec City.
Find out more from the official webpage: www.singaporedesignfestival.com/
11:59 AM.
Saturday, November 14, 2009
Singapore is a vibrant city full of events & festivals, all year round.
Here are some of the past events:
Singapore Arts Festival ( 15 May- 14 June 2009) :
Chingay 2009 ( 30 and 31 Jan 2009 ):
Grand Prix Formula One, F1 (25 Sep - 27 Sep 2009) :
Look out for our next post on the upcoming events of Singapore!:)
Here are some of the past events:
Singapore Arts Festival ( 15 May- 14 June 2009) :
Chingay 2009 ( 30 and 31 Jan 2009 ):
Grand Prix Formula One, F1 (25 Sep - 27 Sep 2009) :
Look out for our next post on the upcoming events of Singapore!:)
10:33 PM.