With so many great blogs around, we are just glad to be in the top 10 finalists for Singapore Blog Awards 2011 – Best Travel Blog. Thanks to our readers who nominated this blog and OMY for shortlisting TravelerFolio once again. 🙂 And congrats to all finalists (many are our kakis/buddies/friends) too! Since TravelerFolio won…
Garuda Indonesia inaugural flight from SG to Makassar
On 1 June, I was afforded the opportunity to be amongst the first passengers to board Garuda Indonesia’s inaugural direct flight from Singapore to Makassar, an important business hub and the city of Sulawesi, one of the five big islands of Indonesia. The airline now operates daily direct flights between Singapore and Makassar with Boeing…
Britain You’re Invited
Dear Eunice, Congratulations! You have been shortlisted as a finalist for Outstanding Online Feature for the first ever VisitBritain Media Awards (APMEA). In recognition of your journalistic skill and excellence, and to show our gratitude for the support you have extended to Britain through your compelling story, we would like to invite you to attend…
Universal Studios Singapore Grand Opening Ceremony
Universal Studios Singapore celebrated the official Grand Opening on 28 May 2011. The Southeast Asia’s No. 1 Theme Park is the one-stop family entertainment destination that’s home to 7 zones including the world’s largest collection of Dreamworks Animation theme park attractions. Guest-of-Honour, Minister Lim Hng Kiang, Minister for Trade & Industry joined Chairman of the…
Your Private Island Escapade with Tiger Beer
Win the “Best Holiday in the world” with Tiger Beer What flashes across your mind when you think of an island escapade? Sunny skies, endless stretch of coconut-fringed, white powdery beaches, crystal clear waters, sparkling turquoise lagoons teeming with a vast array of marine flora and fauna, cabanas, live seafood, beach parties and the list…
Bintan Itinerary
How to spend your holiday in Bintan Special Thanks to Bintan Resorts for the 3D2N itinerary. Both me and Jacky to have a memorable stay on the pristine paradise! Day 1 (Singapore time zone GMT +8)1010hrs Check in at Bintan Resorts Ferries counter at Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal to board the ferry to Bintan.1110hrs Ferry…
Dining @ Bintan
There is something to satiate everyone’s palate when it comes to dining in Bintan – a gastronomic haven of quality international delicacies. Here is a list of recommended restaurants that we’ve tried within Bintan Resorts. 1) Spice Restaurant @ Mayang Sari Beach Resort Spice restaurant serves Indonesian and continental cuisines. Way before our trip to…
ATV & Night Tour with Fireflies
With sun kissed beach and sweeping view of the South China Sea, the idyllic northern coast of Bintan island is fun-filled with adrenaline pumping activities as well. To embark on a rollicking adventure in the rugged muddy terrain, hop onto a dune buggy or a quad bike for an ATV joyride! ATV ride Available in…
Spa & Shopping @Bintan
Contest Update Good News! The Prize for “Win a Holiday in Bintan” is now upgraded to Nirwana Resort Hotel Deluxe room plus a pair of Spa vouchers to pamper yourselves! Quick, join the contest now before it ends on 31 May 2011! How to join? Click on I want a Holiday in Bintan! A perfect…
Escape made easy @Nirwana Gardens
Whether you visit Bintan with good friends, families or individually, Nirwana Gardens has much to offer for everyone to get the most out of their holidays. Touted as a complete resort destination on the north-western coast of Bintan Island, Nirwana Gardens comprises of five different styles of accommodation to suit all types of travellers: the…
