Travelling to singapore during the month of July ???

Still in the midst of planning your itinerary?

Get down to Scape Youth Park on the 10th of July for some really really good bargains!!!

From 2PM to 9PM, you can expect goods going for $30? $15? or even lower !!!

For more details, head down to SCAPE New Building !!!

It is a mere 20 minutes walking distance from G4Station to town area. So what are you waiting for??? Book a room now with G4 Station !!!

Hope to see you soon ^^

Let’s Have Some Retail Therapy at Scape Youth Park !! is a post from: G4 Station - Singapore Premium Backpacker's Hostel

Hello again!!

As all of you should know from my previous post, I’m a Aggressive Inline Rollerblader. And if you’re a skateboarder, BMX rider or a roller like me, and if you travel to or is living in Singapore, and wanting to shred, THERE IS ONLY ONE PLACE TO GO. EAST COAST SKATE PARK. I’m not trying to brag about it but honestly and seriously, it is a WORLD CLASS skate park, worthy of your time and money just to travel here to have a session! I kid you not!

It has EVERYTHING any extreme sport enthusiast would want. An awesome street course with so much flow, a big and deep vert bowl, a combination bowl, curbs and ledges of all heights and length and even handrails! It is street and park fused into ONE location. What more can we ask for? And the ultimate part is…it’s absolutely FREE!

Unfortunately, there is a flaw to it. It is the weather. Singapore is a tropical island. When there’s tropical, there is rain. And boy do we get lots of it. It’s very unpredictable as the skate park is located by the beach. Rain clouds tend to be blown over the area. It may be sunny one moment but before you know it, it starts to rain. But do not fret! It can rain buckets for hours on end, but once the last drop of rain hits the floor, give it 20-30 minutes and most of the park should have dried up!

The park is opened 24/7. Super hot in the day if it’s not raining yet cool and breezy at night. There are flood lights that turn on at  7pm, then switches to warm lights at 10pm and stays that way till 7am the next day. So if you’re a sunshine lover or a person of darkness, you can make your way down there to shred.

East Coast Skate Park is located at East Coast Park, Car Park F1

Bring your helmets and pads! Bring some wax! And you’re in for a great time. See you there and have great fun! ☮

WARNING : THIS IS AN EXTREME SKATE PARK. IT IS NOT A PLAYGROUND. PLEASE DO NOT TAKE YOUR KIDS THERE AND LET THEM PLAY AROUND. THEY MIGHT/WILL GET HIT BY A BMX BIKE, STRAY SKATEBOARD OR A ROLLERBLADER. AND IT WON’T BE OUR FAULT. THANK YOUR VERY MUCH!

East Coast Skatepark Singapore – ECP is a post from: G4 Station - Singapore Premium Backpacker's Hostel

Now that you’re keen on coming to Singapore, FOOD must be one key attraction that you must never, ever lose your emphasis on as Singapore is a multi-cultural country with high standards of many culinary dishes.

I’m not a good reviewer when it comes to food but these are the sites which I highly recommend that you could visit before hitting the Singapore shore so you could plan your food itinerary.

Singapore Food Blogs

Latest Boon Lay Power Nasi Lemak Reviewed by ieatishootipost

I Eat I Shoot I Post – The number one site introduced to me by Selina. This ardent site shoots unbelievable food photos and describes the food reviewed down to its bones. Chilling but true, this blog covers most of Singapore hawker food and you JUST HAVE to visit it.

Lady Iron Chef – Brad, a photographer who specialises in food shots has been writing this food blog since March 2007. Great reviews of food joints in Singapore, he also has his ways with his food photos that somewhat makes me drool easily. (Of course he should ain’t it? Since he’s a photographer.. duh)

Justin introduces RISE in his J23KBlogs

J23KBlogs - Reviews of the latest hip food joint to visit coupled with great photo shots by Justin. (I’m starting to wonder if there’s any trend to this hmm)

Singapore Food Sites

HungryGoWhere – Another undisputed leader in online Singapore food ratings. Apparently spreading wings to other countries like Malaysia, Hong Kong and Australia.

InSing.com – I was surprised, but InSing is doing well even for its food review sections. Check this review site where the community is getting bigger and opinions are getting stronger for Singapore food.

Have you got any new sites to suggest to this list? Feel free to share with me so it could benefit everybody!

Good Singapore Food Sites & Blogs is a post from: G4 Station - Singapore Premium Backpacker's Hostel

Immerse in an array of festivities by the waterfront~

Incepted in 2007, The Singapore River Festival is known by many locals to be one of the largest sundown parties in the city area spanning two bustling weekends.

This year, the festival will take place from 25 June to 3 July. Located by the Singapore River, which is one of the city’s most prominent heritage spots, the festival will leave you spoilt for choice with an assortment of events taking place. From Empress Place and Boat Quay to Clarke Quay and Robertson Quay, the whole river will come alive with free nightly events and activities.

Mostly free of charge, they are specially created for merry-making locals and visitors to revel in. Events include the romantic bumboat parade, spectacular aerial shows, various music festivals and themed parties, all set across magnificent river views.

With celebrations that go well into the night, the Singapore River Festival is definitely an event to look forward to, whether you’re looking for an awesomely fun time in the city with newly-made friends or a moment to remember for your family scrapbook.

Here are some of the highlights not to be missed at the Singapore River Festival 2010.

Witness an AIR spectacular

Air is an aerial aquatic production of surrealism and theatrical romance. Inspired by the concept of the infinity of air and the elegance of water, it is a celebration of life. The show pays tribute to the river as a source of human life. Blending aerial acrobatics, dazzling choreography and whimsical characters, the show plunges the audience into a fantastical journey between dreams and reality.

Relish your childhood memories

Catch the transformation as five traditional bumboats turn into whimsical giant paper boats as they cruise down the waterway, passing by Clarke Quay, Boat Quay and Marina Bay. This colourful bumboat parade will bring back nostalgic childhood memories of growing up along the Singapore River. Enjoy enthralling performances by the local award-winning dance company, Fireflys, which fuse elements of dance, music and fire, during the bumboat parade,. The special Fireflys’ performance will
be available on 25-27 Jun and 2-3 Jul with special fire effects from 28 Jun-1 Jul.

Indulge your fantasy

Catch this never-before-seen fantasy production that explores the magic and poetry of water. This performance features a dynamic choreography of water displays and dance. Be amazed as statuesque fountain sculptures come to life at the sound of music. This show is the first-of-its-kind, and offers audiences a wet and wild experience as dancers twirl and leap to create a variety of fountain displays. The Fountain of Fantasy is brought to you by Central, so log on to www.thecentral.com.sg for more information.

Discover a new art experience

An urban art project which brings art to the riverbanks, this visual art component will feature art installations by local artists and focuses on themes based on the overarching concept of the river. Brought to you by Muse inc., Art by the river is a series of installations that will be inclusive, highly visual, accessible and fun.

What are you waiting for? Book a bed with us and head to Singapore River for nine nights of spectacular performances, great music, chic fashion shows and non-stop partying.

Source : http://www.yoursingapore.com/content/traveller/en/experience.html

Signing off

Waren

Singapore River Festival 2010! is a post from: G4 Station - Singapore Premium Backpacker's Hostel

Yes, today is Free Cone Day at Ben & Jerry’s!

From 12pm-7pm, participating Ben & Jerry’s outlets from all over the world will serve up any of the five legend-dairy euphoric flavours of your choice for free.

So what’s the occassion?

Free Cone Day was first celebrated back in 1979 to reward staffs and customers in the best way they knew how- by serving up a tasty tub of thanks free to everybody.

This year, in line with their Values-Led Sourcing program which aims to support progressive social and environmental change, Ben & Jerry’s will be doling out scoops of Chocolate, Coffee Coffee Buzz Buzz Buzz, Vanilla, Chocolate Fudge Brownie and their latest flavour, Chocolate Macadamia. All made with extra love and care.  

This is a list of all the Scoop Shops in Singapore.

The Cathay
#02-12, 2 Handy Rd
Singapore 229233
Tel: 62352467

Singapore Zoo
80 Mandai Lake Rd
Singapore 729826
Tel: 62693411

Jurong Bird Park
2 Jurong Hill
Singapore 628925

Raffles City
#B1-80, 252 North Bridge Rd
Raffles City Shopping Centre
Singapore 179103
Tel: 63362143

VivoCity
1 HarbourFront Walk, #02-135/136
VivoCity
Singapore 098585
Tel: 63679917

Are you as thrilled as i am? 

See you there! (:

Much Love, Kettle

Ben & Jerry’s Annual Free Cone Day is here again! is a post from: G4 Station - Singapore Premium Backpacker's Hostel

Bad news for fans of Lewis Hamilton, J. Button, Rosberg or any of your F1 racers if you’re visiting them in Singapore this coming F1 session from 25th to 27th September 2009.

F1 Formula, Singapore

TICKET prices for this year’s Formula One SingTel Singapore Grand Prix have increased, but fans can get them at a bargain in early-bird tickets.

They will pay from 7 per cent to 26 per cent less for tickets in six categories including the Pit, Turn 1 and Turn 2 grandstands if they buy tickets early… More on Straits Times Interactive

Good news is that if you book your tickets early, you can still get a discount as compared to last year. As compared with last year, they have new turns, more seats for the fans.

As I look through the Singapore Grand Prix official site to try and book the tickets,

Ticket Sales will commence on 9 April 2009 for selected grandstands. Bay Grandstand and Walkabout tickets will be available from 20 April 2009.

So bookmark your calendar on the 9th of April 2009 and start looking for accommodation here in Singapore!

F1 Singapore Tickets to Cost More This 2009 is a post from: G4 Station - Singapore Premium Backpacker's Hostel

We know Orchard has always been a tourist shopping spot, with existing malls like Ngee Ann City, Wisma Atrium, Far East Plaza and more dominating the high end branded goods. There’s a few new kids on the block coming soon in 2009 and 2010 with one beating the speed competition.

Enter ION.

Photo credit: XP Dude

ION Orchard will be ready in July 2009 (this coming July!) with flagship stores and new-to-market brands like Boucheron, Dsquared and Diane von Furstenberg.

Capitaland has rented at least 80 percent of the space, which means over 240 stores already filled in, over a humongous space of 640,000 sqft. Wow.

Now wouldn’t you want to come and visit Singapore with more new malls coming up soon? G4 Station is just minutes away walk from the Orchard belt if you don’t mind a slow stroll.

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 to the world’s first global election, between Earth and global warming!

I’ve always wondered how would it be like to feel the surroundings in darkness.  

Thus, i’m pretty excited and also i hope Mother Earth will love our little gift for her. (: 

In line with this significant worldwide event, a countdown carnival, EARTH HOUR @ THE BAY will be held near the Singapore River.

Within the carnival, there’ll be exhibitions, performances, games and finally, witness the Singapore’s skyline’s first ever large scale lights off participation in this 3-year old global event. If you do have time, pop by and join in the fun!  (:

Much Love, Kettle ipation in this 3-year old global event.

6 More Days… is a post from: G4 Station - Singapore Premium Backpacker's Hostel

Are you an owl?

Love venturing out at night?

Party the night away at Clarke Quay!

This vibrant one-time warehouse district had been given a makeover. Thus, the 23,000 square-metre site now offering boundless dining options and hopping nightlife across the spread of five blocks of restored warehouse.

There is truly something for every taste and preference, from cozy jazz bars to latino music to hard-partying dance clubs. For street directions and further info, kindly refer to  http://www.visitsingapore.com/publish/stbportal/en/home/what_to_see/singapore_river/clarke_quay.html

(Alternatively, you may also approach our friendly staff at front desk)

Don’t keep it to yourself. Share! (:

Much Love, Kettle

Owls fall in! is a post from: G4 Station - Singapore Premium Backpacker's Hostel

Now wait, I have never been a fan of kebabs to be plain honest. Nope, never.

The Eygptian Restaurant

Karen and I met up with Nicholas at Haji Lane (The Arab Street area) outside this funky looking Egyptian restaurant. The ambience was somewhat similar as of you visiting a Kopitiam in Little India having roti prata. Pretty cosy and decent. You have egyptian songs playing in the background (verified by asking one of their staff). There’re different types of kebabs to choose from, as you can see from the menu.

The Menu

We ordered some special drinks on the menu which costs us somewhat $9.00 for 3 different ones. My tastebud doesn’t tell me anything special about a glass of jasmine and iced lemon tea though.

3 Different Special Drinks

Here comes the main course.

The Chicken Kebab is Nice

The meat is tender and the sauce is savoury. The spread of salad and potato wedges are amusingly well proportioned. I’d highly recommend getting a piece of this action when you’re around in Arab Street. Having said that, I have never noticed Arab Street to have their own unique stand in the buzzling Singapore city. You have shi sha boutiques, cafes in preserved shop-houses and alot of shopping.

Visit Arab Street if you can when you’re here in Singapore. It’s not far away from G4 Station

Benson’s rating for the kebabs –

(3.0 out of 5.0)

Haji Lane – Chicken Kebab! is a post from: G4 Station - Singapore Premium Backpacker's Hostel