EDITOR’S PICK


SINGAPORE


ABOVE: Pool deck LEFT: The Retreat


BELOW LEFT: The Colonnade


Singapore is a melting pot with different cultures and religions intertwined to create a beautifully harmonious community. The Lion City is best known for three things – skyscrapers, shopping and the famous Raffles Hotel. But there’s more to the city than meets the eye. It’s a popular stopover location for Brits travelling further east in Asia or to Australia or New Zealand. Those visiting for just a couple of nights should prioritise the key attractions, advise your clients not to miss the


following spots: l Marina Bay: This is the modern side of the city and home to the iconic Marina Bay Sands Hotel and the ‘supertrees’ in Gardens by the Bay (below). Understandably, it is often at the top of tourists’ must-see lists.


to having to pay extra for onboard facilities. However, they’ll have to if they want access to The Retreat, which costs between $250 to $350 per day depending on whether the ship is in port or at sea. Despite having Bollinger on demand,


guests may find the price a little steep and you’d have to drink a few bottles to make the price worthwhile. Agents who joined the christening in


Singapore were most impressed with the transformation of Seabourn Square. The new open-plan lounge design is more welcoming and bound to be a popular hang-out spot for guests. Edwina Lonsdale, co-owner of Mundy


Cruising, said the size increase wouldn’t faze past guests. “This is an evolution of the Seabourn


brand. When some lines launch new ships the massive change on the newer vessel isn’t always a good thing, it puts more spotlight on newer ships and guests are less inclined to travel on the older ships. However, the consistency in the Seabourn fleet means there won’t be a preference among the ships because everyone will love each of them.” Simone Clark, managing director of


Iglu.com, said: “Past guests will like that Encore feels like a Seabourn ship. It’s consistent with the rest of the fleet. “Everything that is loved on Seabourn


is still there, but it’s just been enhanced to be made even better.” Seabourn Encore returns to Europe


in May for a season cruising around the Mediterranean. Sister ship Seabourn Ovation will launch in 2018.


l Buddha Tooth Relic Temple & Museum: Located at the heart of Chinatown, this stunning temple was built in 2007.


l Kampong Glam: This hip and bohemian area is home to the Sultan Mosque and the quirky Haji Lane, which is filled with independent stores and cafes.


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