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Recognize the best in Philippine social media! Nominate your bet in the #TattAwards!

Recognize the best in Philippine social media! Nominate your bet in the #TattAwards!

With up to 95% of online Pinoys as active participants in social media, it comes as no surprise that the Philippines has been named the Social Networking Capital of the world. And as a response to this Pinoy online explosion, Tattoo has created the first-ever Tatt Awards, a series of accolades celebrating Filipinos who share Tattoo’s fiery passion and who have used that energy to create a strong and unforgettable social media presence.

Public votes through the Tatt Awards portal and the scores of the Tatt Council, will determine the winners, who will each receive 100,000 Pesos in cash and premium broadband products from Tattoo. Expect the big announcements within August 2011! Check out http://tattoo.globe.com.ph/tattawards/ for more details. =)

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SENTOSA ISLAND (Asia's Favorite Playground)- Day 2

When you talk about of Singapore, Sentosa has always been with the name. Located about 15minutes (Sing$2.10 MRT fare from Boon Keng to Harbour Front and Sing$3.00 Sentosa Express fare) away from Singapore City centre, this reclaimed island is the home of the inimitable combination of exciting themed attractions. As people say, in Sentosa you’ll experience fun in all different ways such as entertainment, extreme sports adventure, educational tours, shopping, nature tripping, etc.

I was not able to visit all themed attractions in Sentosa since one day is not enough to do it. But let me tell you something about the places I got to stop by and experience the fun that Singaporeans have been telling the world.

By the way, the food at Sentosa is a bit costly but you can still find stores which offer budget meals like the pantry shop at The Forum. My lunch only cost Sing$5.20. We had our dinner back to a Hawker center at the top level of VivoCity. In there, I spent Sing$7.20.

                             

excerpts from www.YourSingapore.com

Universal Studios Singapore

Resorts World Sentosa

Experience movie magic at Singapore’s newest theme park, with a myriad of rides and attractions that bring the joys of the silver screen to life. 

                             
Immerse yourselves in the world of dinosaurs at The Lost World and even meet the talking donkey of Far Far Away.

Photo of Mark Sicat http://www.flickr.com/photos/mharksicat/5292311474/lightbox/

Here you get to take the concept of storytelling to a whole new dimension. Don’t miss the Lake Hollywood Spectacular show which occurs after sunset, and witness fireworks and musical performances that are bound to take your breath away.

One Day Weekday Pass:               Sing$66.00

One-Day Weekend Pass:              Sing$72.00

Sentosa Luge and Skyride

Imbiah Lookout

Speed demons will love this part toboggan, part go-cart adventure, which takes drivers on a fun-filled race down a 650-metre-long paved track. The adrenaline rush is so addictive that you’ll want another go as soon as you’ve finished. And to do just that, continue your thrills as you hop on to the open-air chairlift of the Skyride and enjoy breathtaking views of the South China Sea as you travel back to the top of the hill.

Luge and Skyride:            Sing$12.00

Skyride:                           Sing$8.00

Sentosa Songs of the Sea

Siloso Beach

Get ready to fall under the spell of Singapore’s award-winning nightly extravaganza set in the sea. Songs of the Sea brings you a mesmerizing show with a live cast and dramatic effects like pyrotechnics, water jets, brilliant lasers, special computer imaging, stunning flame bursts and captivating music.

Ticket price:        Sing$10.00 per person

                           Sing$15.00 per person (premium seats)

Sentosa Merlion Park

Have a larger-than-life encounter with Singapore’s national icon- standing at 37 metres tall, The Merlion lets you dive right into the myths and legends of the deep!

Admission: Adult Sing$8.00/ Child Sing$5.00

iFly Singapore

Siloso Beach Walk

photo from http://www.overseassingaporean.sg 

Experience one of life’s greatest thrills in a controlled environment. Offering a safer and cheaper alternative to skydiving and located conveniently on Sentosa, iFly Singapore is a skydiving simulator that works by placing visitors into a vertical wind tunnel which recreates a freefall. iFly has packages all ages and experience level, which means taking the plunge has never been easier.

Admission:          Sing$70.00/try

The second day was an adventure at climax and I got exhausted with all the stopovers we had at Sentosa. I was able to spend Sing$175.6 just for the admission fees and meals. Nonetheless, it was our best day in Singapore.

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Singapore Shopping Centers (Day 1)

Night 1

2000HRS- Check-in at NAIA 3

                Don’t forget to prepare Php 1625.00 (Sing$ 46.43) for the airport tax. I really don’t know how our airport terminal management computed for this amount, but based on the essential info I got, Singapore charges only Sing$ 21.00 per passenger. Anyway, aside from the airport tax, you also have to prepare Php 750.00 (Sing$ 21.43) as airport user’s charge (a.k.a. terminal fee).

0040HRS- Arrival at Singapore Budget Terminal

                MRT stations and Buses operate until 12 midnight and since we arrived in Singapore beyond 12:00AM, we rented a taxi going to The Hive Backpackers’ Hostel. That charged us Sing$ 24.60 from Changi to Serangoon Road. By the way, have your cash changed into Singaporean Dollars at the Budget Terminal. Their buying rate is 5% cheaper than that of NAIA’s, thus, you’ll have 5% more Sing$ cash.

0100HRS- Check-in at The Hive Backpackers’ Hostel

                We rented for a dormitory type room, so as expected, we have roommates aside from the 4 of us. The dorm rate is Sing$20.00 per head per night, inclusive of one breakfast meal per day.

Day 1

0900HRS- Breakfast/ Prepare for shopping/tour at Orchard Road

1000HRS- Ride a train going to Orchard Central Station

                The best way to go to any part of the city is to ride an MRT train, and likewise, always bring with you your map because it is of big help. Boon Keng Station is the nearest MRT station to The Hive. The ticket going to Orchard Road costs Sing$2.10. Be careful though, during the stopover at Dhoby Ghaut you need to change coaster. Three routes are connecting in the said station so, for first timers, you have to be careful in reading the signs on where to go to avoid forfeiture of tickets. Once you swipe your ticket in a wrong gate, it will be void and you have to purchase for another one. Dhoby Ghaut station is big and as described by my friends, it’s a-MAZE-ing.. (",)

1000HRS- 1400HRS – An exploration to Orchard Road (the shopping district)

                I won’t tell you how much I spent shopping during our tour around the district (“,). Just prepare enough for your shopping needs. Anyway, we went inside Dempsey, an idyllic wining and dining enclave, to have our lunch. This is a hawker hotspot and I was able to spend Sing$5.80 for a delicious Thai cuisine.

1400HRS- 1600HRS – An exploration to Raffles Boulevard (Techno shopping district)  

                When we went to Singapore, it's just in time that the country was celebrating the month-long Great Sale. Every store offers discounts to as low as 70% off the original price. But since, we are not after shopping let me just push forward to what is in Raffles other than the malls, the Fountain of Wealth- the World’s Largest Fountain.

1700HRS- 2000HRS – An exploration at the Marina Bay

The famous Marina Bay nestles the world renowned architectures in Singapore such as Fullerton’s Merlion, the Sky Flyer, the Esplanade-theaters on the Bay, the Marina Bay Sands and the ArtScience Museum and the Helix Bridge. At night, you’ll get to witness a free laser show operated by Marina Bay Sands Hotel.

2100HRS- 2130HRS – Go back Home to Barracks (the Hive)

                Because we’re a bit tired, we rode a taxi back to our place which cost us Sing$6.20. But before relaxing from a first long day tour, we looked for another Hawkers Hotspot and found Chomp Chomp Food Center. In here, I spent Sing$6.10 for dinner. We then went back to our hostel and rest ourselves in preparation for the next day. 

...So that was our first night and day in Singapore and I was able to spend a total of Sing$101.60. I won't disclose my shopping expenses, though... Ching! Ching! 

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All about Singapore (a Budget Travel Tip)

As promised I will give you the itinerary of our 4-nights, 3-days stay in Singapore. But first, let me tell you some tips with regards to purchasing your airfare tickets, choosing the place to stay, where to have your meals and how to get around the city.

Airfare:  I’m the type of person who grabs the opportunity of having to pay less in the transportation fee, especially talking about airfare. Fortunately, people as I am can have the luxury of internet browsing because there are a lot of budget fares airlines do offer nowadays. Just be patient enough to wait and check for these promos frequently. It pays when you're online. Our Cebu Pacific plane ticket going to and fro Singapore via NAIA 3 airport was only worth Php 2,900.00 (Sing$ 88.00).

 

Hotel: It is essential that you have to have a reservation of your accommodation prior to your arrival date in any place, especially for an out of the country trip. And in Singapore, hostels are the cheapest but comfortable places to stay in. One of which is The Hive Backpackers’ Hostel in 624 Serangoon Road. Their dorm rate is as low as Sing$20.00 per head per night. What’s best about The Hive is that they’re straight with their aim to make guests feel at home away from home. "Feel at home. Consider everyone your peer." Two carpeted lounge areas with cable TV’s, sets of computers and a billiard pool are always ready for those who want to relax after a long day of touring around Singapore. They offer free breakfast, but guests should prepare it themselves. The whole building is also wi-fi ready.

To contact The Hive Backpackers’ Hostel:

Phone/ Fax:       +65-6 341 5041

Snail Mail:            624 Serangoon Road

                            Singapore 218223

Website:              http://www.thehivebackpackers.com

E-mail:                 housekeeper@thehivebackpackers.com

Meal: There’s a huge number of dining choices in Singapore, from fancy restaurants and fine dining to “down-to-earth” hawker centres. As expressed, Singapore is a nation of foodies, so the wealth of dining experiences offered should come as no surprise. And since I am talking about a budget trip, I recommend the Hawker Hotspots. For a taste of the dishes Singaporeans enjoy on a daily basis, you must visit a hawker centre. Delicious street foods are offered in these places which serve up just one or a few dishes hawkers perfected over many years. Prices here range from Sing$3.00 up to Sing$ 8.00 per serve. Just a friendly tourist advice from Laagan Adventures, do not convert your expenses when it comes to buying your meals, unless you want to get hungry the whole trip. Just give a budget of Sing$20.00 for your meals per day.

Getting Around the City: There’s even no problem when it comes to the transportation around the city. For you to be able to go to Singapore’s most visited tourists’ destinations, public buses, the MRT and taxis are much available. You can also apply for tickets in various tour agencies if you want to have an established itinerary. But for adventure budget seekers, a map will be a perfect tour guide already.

Public buses can bring you to practically every corner of the island and this is a cheap way to get around. The Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) is more comfortable, clean and runs punctually from 6am until midnight. Fares start from Sing$1.00 and tickets can be purchased at all MRT stations. If you think you have to ride the train or bus every time you go from one spot to another, a tourist’s ticket is recommended which only cost Sing$ 8.00 per day with a ride-all-you-can access. This ticket can be purchased in selected stations like Orchard and Dhoby Ghaut.

So here’s our itinerary, with the corresponding expenses I spent.

Day 1 (please click to see posts)

Day 2 (please click to see posts)

Day 3 (post Under Construction)

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