Singapore & Bintan
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Singapore is a popular stopover destination for travellers to southeast Asia, Australia and New Zealand. Singapore is a diamond shaped island attached by a causeway to southern Malaysia. It is a cosmopolitan mix of cultures and ethnic races and is, perhaps, Asia’s most sophisticated city.
A modern and vibrant city which offers fabulous shopping and a variety of restaurants.
Raffles Hotel
One of the world’s most famous and luxurious hotels which has delighted visitors to Singapore since 1887, located in the heart of the city.
Raffles boasts eleven outstanding restaurants and seven bars – including the Long Bar which is the home of the Singapore Sling. Leisure facilities include a rooftop outdoor pool, Jacuzzi, cooking school, large shopping arcade with over 50 shops, fitness room and Raffles Amrita Spa.
All guests receive a welcome Singapore Sling, fresh fruit & flowers daily, 24 hour butler service and discount vouchers for Raffles Arcade shops.
Mandarin Oriental
One of Singapore’s most luxurious hotels with a spectacular location and design in a harbour front position next door to the extensive shops of Marina Square.
Facilities include five restaurants, two bars, outdoor pool, fitness centre and Oriental Spa.
527 air conditioned rooms with private bath and separate shower, minibar, satellite TV with DVD/CD player and ipod/digital camera connection point. Club rooms have private check in, free champagne breakfast, afternoon tea and evening drinks.
Gallery Hotel
Singapore’s first hip art design hotel, situated in the heart of the trendy Robertson Quay and Muhammad Sultan entertainment district. Gallery Hotel is perched on the banks of the Singapore river – a delightful waterfront experience.
Facilities include five restaurants and bars, a one-of-a-kind cantilevered glass sided lap/wading pool, fitness centre, art gallery and the Royal Thai Spa.
Shangri-La Hotel
Designed for the discerning traveller to Singapore, the Shangri-La offers a level of service, facilities and luxury to ensure your most comfortable and convenient stay . Located just five minutes drive from the world famous shopping area of Orchard Road, facilities include a selection of restaurants, outdoor swimming pool, spa, Jacuzzi, tennis courts and steam room. The Valley Wing boasts the most exquisite rooms in Singapore, with a separate lobby and Champagne lobby lounge where complimentary drinks are served 11am to 10.30pm. State-of-the-art entertainment systems provide the option to stay in and relax after an arduous day out at the shops.
Bintan
Bintan Island lies just 45km south east of Singapore and offers unexplored natural beauty, white pristine beaches and rich marine life. It is more than just resort hotels and golf courses. Its wide expanse of sandy beaches and crystal clear azure waters provide an irresistible retreat for those seeking a respite from the hustle and bustle of city life.
Banyan Tree, Bintan
Located along the private beach of Tanjong Said on the north western tip of Bintan Island overlooking the South China Sea, this stylish resort offers an exclusive villa lifestyle in a beautiful beach setting. Romantic dining in the resort’s selection of exclusive Destination Dining concepts on the beach, golf green, over the pool and on the rocks. The Banyan Tree Bintan offers 70 villas modelled on traditional Balinese architecture. Valley Villas, ideal for an intimate getaway or couples on honeymoon, are located at the edge of the Tropics boasting its own jet pool, spacious living area and veranda. Bayfront Pool Villas with its stylish décor have private swimming pool, open-air Jacuzzi, magnificent views of the ocean and offers the ultimate in luxury and comfort with its one or two bedrooms. Seaview Villas are built on stilts which are perched on a hill slope amongst tropical surroundings Bayfront Villas offer spacious open interior, veranda with breathtaking views, four poster bed, marble bathroom and jet pool. Seafront Villa, built on stilts into the hillside, is luxuriously appointed with luxurious sunken bath and outdoor Jacuzzi. Villa On-The-Rocks offers romantic four-poster bed, outdoor Jacuzzi, walled courtyard garden and daily continental breakfast at Treetops Restaurant for two. Three innovative restaurants offering an exciting selection of culinary delights from Southeast Asian specialities, Mediterranean cuisine, dining al fresco or a choice from the exquisite in-villa dining menu. The Greg Norman designed 18 hole golf course is inspiration for aspiring and seasoned golfers alike and, of course, a Spa offering more than 30 European and International treatments.
Fact File
Flying time : non-stop approx 13 hours
Time difference: +8 hours GMT
Currency : The Singapore dollar
Passports : Your passport will need to be valid for at least 6 months after your date of return.
Visas : Not required for full British Passport holders.
Weather
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| Temp (°C) | 30 | 31 | 31 | 32 | 32 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 30 |
| Rainfall (inches) | 8 | 6 | 7 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 10 | 12 |
