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Message from STB
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The future of Singapore’s tourism landscape is exhilarating. To think that by 2009, we will have our very first Integrated Resort (IR) operating in the heart of the city.
We are excited to partner with Sands and hope that their expertise and excellent track record in the MICE (Meeting, Incentives, Conventions and Exhibitions) market will further enhance Singapore’s MICE capabilities and offerings.
The launch of the Request For Proposal for the IR on Sentosa marks the next phase of our plans to enhance Singapore’s reputation as a “must-visit” destination for leisure and business visitors, and sharpen Singapore’s competitiveness.
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Looking forward, we will continue to cultivate more exciting projects and events to spur new tourism investments. So do keep a look out for our announcements.
Speaking about events, don’t miss out on the Great Singapore Sale (26 May – 23 July 2006). This year’s sale packs great bargains and even greater action – more late night shopping (over five weekends) and a bigger and better “Great Singapore Shopping Challenge”. “Late Night Shopping” is proving to be such a hit that retailers are now considering the possibility of having it as a year-round affair.
Did you know that tourism shopping currently accounts for about 50% of total tourism receipts? That’s why it is important that we continue to work hard to keep Singapore’s competitive edge in shopping and give visitors plenty of reasons to drop by for shopping.
I am also proud to share that our “Uniquely Singapore” Clipper won its first race last month. This is a very proud moment for Singapore as we celebrate the fantastic victory of our Uniquely Singapore crew! As they continue on their voyage across the world, our clipper and our tourism ambassadors onboard will continue to bring great visibility to our destination brand.
Finally, our annual signature entertainment event – the Singapore Arts Festival has just opened (Jun 1 – 25). This year marks the 20th year since the event was first launched and offers a feast of dance, performances, plays and music from around the world.
We hope you will enjoy reading this issue and do keep your feedback and suggestions coming!
Sincerely,
Ken Low
Assistant Chief Executive
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Sands wins the IR race
It went in alone. It promised 110,000 sqm of convention space. It boasted six celebrity chefs on its star-studded cast. It touted an ArtScience Museum and two performing theatres. It has a garden in the sky – a Sky Park sitting atop three hotel towers. Its design showed three slanting towers overlooking three low-rise dome-like structures.
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"Uniquely Singapore" Clipper finishes first on latest leg
There was cause of celebration onboard the “Uniquely Singapore” Clipper as it sailed to its first victory in the Clipper 05-06 Round the World Yacht Race.
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New S$10million fly-cruise fund to bolster Singapore’s hub dream
In order to become the cruise hub it’s always dreamed of, three Singapore bodies have joined forces to set up a S$10 million fund to encourage cruise companies to use Singapore as a home port.
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Coldplay set to rock Singapore in kick-off to MTV Centrestage
Fans of British music icon, Coldplay, will get a chance to watch them live in Singapore on July 10 as part of the inaugural MTV Centrestage Singapore, a celebration of live music.
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Singapore is voted world’s second top convention city again; new campaign in works to solidify MICE position
Hot on the heels of being voted the world’s second top convention city for the second consecutive year by the International Congress & Convention Association (ICCA), the BTMICE (Business Travel, Meetings, Incentives, Conventions and Exhibitions) team at STB has stepped out its efforts on a new and aggressive marketing campaign to be launched soon.
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Merlion gets cleaned up
The Merlion sculpture at Merlion Park will undergo routine cleaning works from 5 June to 10 July, and will not be open to the public.
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STB’s float delights Suzhou residents
Residents of Suzhou City (Jiangsu Province, P R China) were recently treated to a Singapore Tourism Board (STB) float during the opening ceremony of the 9th China International Tourism Festival.
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Wooing customers in Punjab and West Bengal
Double digit growth of 30-40% in recent years from emerging Indian states such as Punjab and West Bengal prompted STB Delhi recently to mount consumer promotions in the two markets.
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The victory lap is over, it’s time to start work
Fresh from its victory in the race for the Singapore Integrated Resort at Marina Bay, Las Vegas Sands Corporation (LSVC) has assembled its team “to get to work as soon as possible to turn the vision into reality”, said President and Chief Operating Officer William Weidner.
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Middle East holds great promise but issues must be tackled
The Middle East market holds great promise as a source of visitors and hoteliers from Singapore are stepping up efforts to bolster their Middle Eastern business as evident by their presence at the recent Arabian Travel Market (ATM) in Dubai.
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2006 World Travel Awards - Changi Airport nominated, vote for your favourites
Singapore Changi Airport has been nominated for the 2006 World Travel Awards in the World’s Leading Airport and Asia’s Leading Airports categories. Voting closes on Jun 22, 2006.
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What's new in SG
Tickets online to catch animals in the day and night, and a second VENUE comes to town.
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Night Safari introduces Bahasa Melayu tram commentary
The Singapore Night Safari has introduced a Bahasa Melayu (Malay) commentary on board its trams to cater to customers from Malaysia, Indonesia and Brunei.
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Leisure Events
Whet your appetite with the tastes of shopping, food and art.
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Business Events
It’s a busy June as Singapore heads “Down Under” to participate in a MICE tradeshow while back home, it plays host to three major events inclusive of the CNN Future Summit that brings together some of the brightest minds of our time.
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In-market Activities
STB tackles two major trade events in Beijing and Korea in June.
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For information on more events, do visit the STB's other websites:
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The STB publishes research and statistics for the tourism industry.
For more research reports, please visit the Tourism Resource Centre.
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