May20
Published by nerdeff in Adventure, Airlines, Asia, Extreme, Flying, Singapore, United Arab Emirates
The Space Race became an important part of the cultural and technological rivalry between the USSR and the United States during the 1960′s and the early part of the 70′s. But with all these efforts to date, only 3 civilians have been able to finance their multi-million dollar voyage to the International Space Station.
With the recent advent of the
Ansari X Prize, the solar system got a lot more interesting with the possibility of affordable suborbital voyages for the rest of us.
Space Adventures are working currently on
construction of two earth-based Spaceports that will offer suborbital spaceflights, as well as astronaut training facilities. The first facility will be located in Ras Al-Khaimah in the
United Arab Emirates, while
Singapore’s Changi Airport will grow to accommodate the second Spaceport. The both facilities will offer
suborbital voyages as main attraction. Space Adventures has yet to announce how much these voyages will cost tourists, but they are adamant that they will be affordable (for someone:) ). I am currently preparing some information about Space Adventures` tourist service so stay in touch…
May14
Published by Asya in Asia, Hotels, Relaxing, Shopping, Singapore, Swimming
The Singapore Hilton is a modern 24-storey hotel situated on the bustling Orchard Road in the heart of Singapore’s commercial, shopping and entertainment district, three kilometres from
Chinatown. Relax by the rooftop pool and savor views of bustling Orchard Road at the Hilton Singapore Hotel. Feast on fresh oysters at the award-winning Harbor Grill and Oyster Bar, work out in the fitness center and indulge in a massage.
Continue reading An elegance from a highest class
Mar22
Published by Asya in Asia, Eating, Hotels, Restaurants, Singapore, Spa, Urban Tourism
Royal Plaza On Scotts… the only Smoke Free Business Hotel in Singapore. Be delighted by the fresh cool air of our totally smoke-free hotel. Located in the heart of Singapore, the Royal Plaza Hotel on Scotts is just 20 kilometres from the world-class Singapore Changi International Airport. Surrounded by the premier business, shopping and entertainment district, this hotel is adjacent to the fabulous DFS Galleria, one of the most exclusive and lively districts in the city. Royal Plaza on Scotts is back with a New Look on 15 January 2007!
Continue reading The new look of Royal Plaza on Scotts Singapore
Mar12
Published by Asya in Asia, Cultural, Monuments, Museums, Parks, Praying, Singapore
This Buddhist temple is one of the largest places of worship in Singapore.
It is the biggest complex of temples in Singapore and amongst one of the largest in South-East Asia. Examples of Chinese decoration, statues and shrines are found within peaceful gardens and the constant hum of prayers add to the tranquility. Saffron roofs, adorned with dragons and birds, compete with fire-engine-red doors to arrest the attention. Columns are covered with ornate carvings of lions, and swastikas loom over doorways, although these are the anti-clockwise version, an ancient symbol of good luck and protection.
Continue reading Kong Meng San Phor Kark – See the Buddhist Temple
