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Sporting Singapore
While it's true that the two favourite Singaporean pastimes are eating
and shopping, sports is also an integral part of the Singaporean
lifestyle. Whether it's diving, dirt biking, water-skiing and rock
climbing, weekends see throngs of Singaporeans and expatriates working
up a sweat. This active lifestyle is complemented by another popular
Singaporean pastime - spectator sport. From the local soccer league
and dragon boat races to international events like the Caltex Masters
Singapore golf tournament and the Singapore Sevens rugby tournament,
Singapore is the ideal venue to catch some exciting sporting action. |
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Land Sports |
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Bowling
Singapore has over 200 bowling centres, each offering more than
20 lanes. Most bowling centres open as early as 9am and close
between 1am and 2am, though there are some 24-hour centres, mostly
in the Marina South area. Prices range from SGD 2 to SGD 4 per game
exclusive of shoe rentals.
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Cycling
Cycling is a modest mode of transportation, a great
recreational-cum-exercise activity (cycling paths link many parts of
the island), and last but not least, it can challenge one's sense of
adventure in the form of mountain or dirt biking. Bicycles can be
rented at a number of public parks, including those at East Coast
Park, Sentosa, Pasir Ris and Bishan. Pulau Ubin also offers mountain
and dirt biking.
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Horse Racing
On-site racing as well as
"live" telecasts of Malaysian races can be enjoyed at the Singapore
Racecourse at Kranji. Visitors must observe a strict dress code.
Shorts, singlets and slippers are not allowed in the public stands.
The dress code for the Hibiscus Room, from where tourists can watch
the races, is smart casual. Currently, races take place on selected
Fridays from 6.30pm and selected Saturdays and Sundays from 2.00pm.
Admission is SGD 3 (non-airconditioned), and SGD 7 (airconditioned)
for the general public; SGD 20 (air-conditioned, Hibiscus Room) for
tourists. Please produce your passport at the ticket counter.
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Water Sports |
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Some of the
most popular sports on the island of Singapore are water-based.
Round-the-island canoe trips are a rage, as are the thrills and spills
of water-skiing off Sembawang and Kallang River (venue of previous
world championships), windsurfing and sailing.
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Canoeing
Various private operators provide hiring facilities for canoes.
These are located at Changi Point, East Coast Park and Sentosa
Island. Operating hours are generally from 9am to 6pm daily. Single
seaters cost between SGD 6 to SGD 10 and double seaters cost between
SGD 8 and SGD 12.
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Scuba Diving
Most local
diving schools conduct courses sanctioned by NAUI or PADI, two
internationally recognised scuba-diving associations. Day and night
diving in local waters and nearby diving sports in Malaysian waters
are also available. Contact Diventures Scuba at tel: (65) 6778 0661.
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Water Skiing
All waterski centres are open
from about 9:00am to 7:00pm (including public holidays). Costs
ranges from SGD 70 to SGD 120 per hour.
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Windsurfing /
Sailing
For windsurfing, costs are around SGD 22
for two hours with a SGD 10 deposit. For sailboats, costs are around
SGD 24 for one hour with a SGD 20 deposit. Operating hours are from
9:30am to 6:30pm. Contact the Pasta Fresca Sea Sports Centre at tel:
(65) 6449 5118 or National Service Resort & Country Club at tel:
(65) 6546 5880.
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Golf |
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With perfect weather
nearly all year round, Singapore is the ideal destination for
golfers from all over the world to tee off. International events
such as the Caltex Singapore Masters, are held here. With the superb
golfing facilities and an extensive selection of clubs - some of
which have signature courses of their own - you'll be spoiled for
choice on our beautiful fairways. You need not worry about your
handicap either, as most courses have multiple tee off positions.
You can play golf at almost anytime of the day - and night! - as
some courses are open for play in the evenings. This means you can
enjoy the courses at a wide variety of clubs, regardless of your
skill level. You can also easily access regional golf courses in
neighbouring destinations like Bintan, Batam and Johor. For
instance, two signature championship courses in Indonesia, designed
by Jack Nicklaus and Ian Baker-Finch, are a short 45-minute ferry
ride from Singapore.
There are some things to keep in mind when golfing in Singapore.
Most of our golf clubs and courses have a dress code that requires a
collared T-shirt with trousers or short pants. Proper golf shoes
should also be worn. However, be aware that some clubs may not allow
spiked shoes on the course. If you need a caddie or a golf buggy,
they can be hired at reasonable rates from most clubs. For your own
convenience, try to confirm a tee off time before going to the club
as a competition or routine maintenance may be in progress. Most
clubs are well-equipped with lockers, showers, changing rooms, as
well as dining and entertainment outlets. |
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Hotel and Golf Packages |
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These hotels offer golfing arrangements as well as good
accommodation:
The Beaufort Sentosa,
Singapore
The Oriental Singapore
THE BEAUFORT, SINGPORE
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Bukit Manis
Sentosa
Singapore 099891
Tel: (65) 6275 0331
Fax: (65) 6275 0228
Email:
beaufort@singnet.com.sg
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Description
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18 holes golfing at
Sentosa Golf Club, Deluxe Room accommodation with American
Buffet Breakfast. |
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Group size: |
Min. 2 golfers, Max.
4 golfers |
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Cost of
package: |
Room rates from SGD
240++ onwards. Golfing rates from SGD 200 onwards. (call for
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THE ORIENTAL SINGAPORE
5 Raffles Avenue
Marina Square
Singapore 039797
Tel: (65) 6338 0066
Fax: (65) 6339 9537
Email:
orsin@mohg.com
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Description
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Choice of Singapore’s premier
golf clubs, return transfers, buggy fees, a rental set of golf
clubs and shoes, golf tees, caps and 3 golf balls.
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Hotel accommodation, American
breakfast, late check out until 6pm
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10% discount on business centre
and secretarial services
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10% discount on laundry and dry
cleaning services, complimentary daily newspaper,
complimentary use of the fitness centre and coffee and tea
making facilities.
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Cost of
package: |
Room rates from SGD
248 to SGD 388
Golfing rates from SGD 280 onwards (call for details) |
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Singapore Tourism Board. |
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