VIETJET HANOI TAIPEI NEW 2016 INTERNATIONAL ROUTE LAUNCHED

VietJet Hanoi – Taipei flight VJ5972 is the newest VietJet Air international route launched in 2016 with thrice weekly schedule from February 1st, departing at 1510 and arriving at 1850 in Taipei. VJ5973 will depart an hour later at 19:50 and arrive in Hanoi at 21:30.

Hanoi is located on Northern Vietnam with cool climate during winter is an ideal vacation choice all year round with its charming old French quarters architecture, heritage cultural and close proximity to Ha Long Bay limestone islands, an UNESCO world heritage site. 

VietJet operates daily flight from Ho Chi Minh City to Taipei on VJ840, departing at 1:10 and arriving in Taipei at 05:35. The returning flight VJ841 departs Taipei at 06:35 and arrive in Ho Chi Minh Coty at 09:00.

 

Book your Vietjet air tickets at www.vietjetair.com,https://m.vietjetair.com) or www.facebook.com/vietjetvietnam (by click the “Booking” tab).

Changi airport millionaire 2016 winner shopped at DFS Wines & Spirits

Changi airport group 'Be a Changi Millionaire' 2016 Grand Draw winner is Irish traveller Linda Tobin, crowned at Changi Airport Terminal 3 with cheers from more than 330 Changi Airport fans present.

The annual Changi Millionaire campaign with the biggest cash prize to be won in the world attracted almost two million entires from 229 nationalities globally, with top three group from Singapore, Indonesia and China.

Six lucky winners picked from Changi Airport retail stores and 1 winner from iShopChangi.Com, Changi airport online store gathered and play Changi Airport theme games where the final two contestants had to chose the correct boarding pass to open Changi Millionaire Cabin door.

Linda Tobin striked three and hit the jackpot with boarding pass no 3, her new lucky number. It was her third time passing through Changi Airport and the third finalist picked for Changi Grand Draw.

A bottle of Laphtoaig 25 year old Islay single scotch whisky purchased by Linda was her winning ticket to become an instant millionaire.

The 6 other finalists won S$5000 cash and three night stay at Crowned Plaza Changi Airport with airfare provided for non-Singaporean contestants.

With a minimum spending of S$30 in a single receipt at either public or transit areas were eligible for 'Be a Changi Millionaire' draw held from May to December 2015.

Liquor and tobacco, cosmetics and perfumes continued to be the two most popular product categories at Changi Airprit, followed by luxury brands, electronics equipments and chocolate confectionery.

Changi airport group achieved another year of record breaking sales of over S$2.2 billion with the opening of the world first DFS liquor duplex store, Shilla Duty Free beauty duplex stores and numerous first in Changi exciting retail brands in the airport. 

Changi airport group will continue its successful campaign of 'Be a Changi Millionaire' 2016 and picking it's lucky winner in 2017.

MALAYSIA DEEPAVALI OPEN HOUSE 2015 KEDAH CELEBATION WITH NAJIB,MALAYSIA PRIME MINISTER

Malaysia Prime Minister, Dato’ Seri Mohd. Najib Tun Abdul Razak and wife, Datin Paduka Seri Rosmah Manson officiated Malaysia Deepavali Open House 2015 dinner at Padang Awam Kulim, Kedah to celebrate Diwali, the Festival of Lights with Malaysia Hindu community after the annual MIC Deepavali open house ceremony at the Batu Caves temple, Gombak in the morning.

 

Malaysia National Open House for Deepavali 2015 was organised by the Ministry of Tourism and Culture and Kedah State Government in the heritage, cultural and eco state of Kedah, renowned for the picturesque  Zahir Mosque in Alor Star, one of the oldest and most beautiful mosque in Malaysia to  Sedim Kulim tree top walks, world's longest canopy walk at 950 metres  and the recently discovered archaeological site Sungai Batu Petani, believed to be the oldest civilisation in Southeast Asia with relic artefacts over 1,900 years old (110 AD).

Prime Minister Najib wished all Malaysia Hindu Community a very Happy Deepavali as local Hindu dancers fronted the Deepavali Open House celebrations with popular Indian artistes, singers and comedians like Datuk David Arumugam, Iwal AF,  MGR Suresh, Rajini Suresh, Sathia, Shamimi, Sivakumar, Vivek Chakrasonic and William entertained  the cheery Malaysians crowd and tourists.

The 152  invited international  media and travel agents from  Australia, Azerbaijan, Brunei, China, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Iran, Korea, Laos, Philippines, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Sri Lanka, Singapore, South Africa, Thailand, USA and Vietnam witness the grand celebration and feast of traditional Indian food, curries and snacks like muruki with local Kedah sweets.

The preparation of muruku by Prime Minister Najib and wife Rosmah , together with a strong team of 450 participants for Malaysia Deepavali Open House 2015 was awarded an entry in Malaysia Book of Records.

 

 

Prime Minister  Najib Tun and wife Rosmah Mansor, alongside with Deputy Prime Minister of Malaysia, Dr. Ahmad Zahid bin Hamidi; Kedah state Chief Minister, Paduka Hj. Mukhriz Tun Mahathir; Minister of Health, Dr. Subramaniam K.V. Sathasivam; Minister of Tourism and Culture, Mohamed Nazri bin Tan Sri Abdul Aziz； and Deputy Minister of Tourism and Culture, Hajah Mas Ermieyati bin Samsudin graced 1Malaysia Deepavali Open House 2015 and a spectacular    fireworks display ended the Diwali festive night on  a high note.

 

 

Experience Malaysia Open House festive celebrations throughout the year when you travel to Malaysia for holidays. For more information, visit http://www.tourismmalaysia.gov.my,  www.facebook.com/friendofmalaysia; twitter.com/tourismmalaysia and blog.tourism.gov.my for calendar of Malaysia events to make your holidays more memorable.

David Beckham in Singapore for ASEAN Para Games 2015 at Marina Bay Sands

David Beckham was at Marina Bay Sands Singapore, the Official Games Village of the 8th ASEAN Para Games to attend the football five-a-side match between Team Singapore and Team Thailand at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre.

The football legend visited “Nila Suite” – an area at the Games Village where athletes can rest and enjoy recreational activities and delighted hundreds of athletes. Beckham also participated in an origami lesson, placing a folded paper heart on a wall art installation in the suite.

Beckham said: “It is inspiring to see athletes pursue their passion with such great desire. There is no bigger honour than having the opportunity to represent your country. The sporting spirit is very much alive at the Games Village and I am privileged to have the chance to meet these incredible people.” 

Mr Lim Teck Yin, Chairman of SAPGOC Exco said, “The 8th ASEAN Para Games is more than just about competing. It is about connecting individuals, communities and countries to our dreams. It is about celebrating the extraordinary and inspiring people around us. David Beckham’s presence today has been uplifting and certainly rewarding to the athletes and fans at the Games.” 

 

 

Marina Bay Sands lent its support in more ways than one – over 170 Team Members volunteered as caretakers and ushers during the Games, as part of the property’s Sands for Singapore CSR programme.

 

Mr. George Tanasijevich, President and Chief Executive Officer of Marina Bay Sands, said: “Marina Bay Sands is privileged to contribute towards this historic event. Whether it’s through our event hosting capabilities, volunteer outreach programme or inspirational visits by celebrities like David Beckham, we aim to deepen our engagement with the local community and bring the magical touch to events held at Marina Bay Sands.” 

Marina Bay Sands as the Official Games Village, has welcomed more than 2,500 athletes and officials, housing them in 1,300 hotel rooms. For the first time, an entire level of hotel rooms in Tower 3 was converted into 24/7 medical suites.   The Sands Expo and Convention Centre houses competition venues for Goalball, Football five-aside, Powerlifting, as well as a Transport Hub and a Dining Hall. Over 14,000 meals were prepared for the athletes and organisers throughout the whole period. 

 

SGIFF Silver Screen Awards 2015 Red Carpet Celebrities Night at Marina Bay Sands Singapore

David Beckham, Hollywood actor Dev Patel, superstar Michelle Yeoh and celebrity chef Daniel Boulud graced the Singapore International Film Festival Silver Screen Awards  (SGIFF) 2015 red carpet night at Marina Bay Sands Singapore MasterCard Theatres last night.

 

Mr. George Tanasijevich, President and Chief Executive Officer of Marina Bay Sands and David Beckham presented Asian Feature Film – Best Director award to Happy Hour, Mr Ryusuke Hamaguchi at Singapore International Film Festival Silver Screen Awards 2015. Marina Bay Sands supported SGIFF as part of its commitment to the local film and arts community.

 

 

Action movie superstar Michelle Yeoh was presented with the inaugural Cinema Legend Award at SGIFF Silver Screen Awards 2015.

David Beckham, Michelle Yeoh, and SGIFF Chairman Mike Wiluan attended the SGIFF Benefit Dinner at DB Bistro and Oyster Bar in Marina Bay Sands where acclaimed chef Daniel Boulud, recipient of the “The Diners Club Lifetime Achievement Award 2015” in the World’s 50 Best Restaurants list, created a sublime culinary experience for 200 guests.

 

 

In line with Marina Bay Sands community efforts,  13 items including David Beckham autographed limited edition Haig Club™ Single Grain Whisky, an original script of The Lady and DVD donated by Michelle Yeah, Slumdog Millionaire script and autographed photograph by Hollywood star Dev Patel were auctioned off to the collective tune of more than S$120,000 at the exclusive SGIFF Benefit Dinner.

 

The Man Who Knew Infinity film director Matthew Brown and Slumdog Millionaire famed actor Dev Patel walked down the inaugural Marina Bay Sands SkyPark red carpet night at its iconic  location, overlooking Marina Bay Sands’ famed Infinity Pool with Singapore spectacular  city skyline.

 

During Singapore International Film Festival 2015, Marina Bay Sands hosted numerous  red carpet events,  dialogue sessions and film screenings at the Sands Theatres, including gala showcase films Taiwanese movies Panay and The Laundryman, and Eric Khoo’s latest film In The Room. 

David Beckham, Michelle Yeah, Director Matthew Brown, Dev Patel, Josie Ho, Sonia Sui Tang, Director Lee Chung , Yeoh Yann Yan,  Zoe Tay, Shaun Chen, Ya Hui, James Selah,  Julie Tan and Zhang Zhenhuan are some of the celebrities who graced  Singapore International Flim Festival 2015 red carpet.

 

 

World Sake Day + Food Pairing | Lewin Terrace Singapore Japanese French Restaurant + Tickets Sale

Celebrate National Sake Day in Singapore at Lewin Terrace, the official restaurant for World Sake Day 2015. Experience the rich heritage and legacy of Japan’s national drink, tasting eight different types of premium sake, paired with exquisite food bites by Lewin Terrace Executive Chef Keisuke Matsumoto while you learn more about Sake from Japan’s fifth inaugurated Sake Samurai Mariko Kiyonaga.

Indulge in Happy “Nihonshu no Hi,” Sake Day at Lewin Terrace Japanese French restaurant, located at 21 Lewin Terrace 179290 on October 1st, Thursday from 7pm. Tickets are priced from $80++ per person (inclusive of 8 premium sakes and bites). For reservations, please contact Lewin Terrace Singapore restaurant at +65 63339905.