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Be Entertained January 2009 02 PRE-FLIGHT The future of in-flight entertainment.

04 TRENDSPOTTING From theme parks to musicals, we give you the highlights.

06 STOPOVER IN SEARCH OF GOOD TIMES Fun things to do in Singapore.

ON THE COVER: Cover Model: Elaine, DIVA Models Art Direction: Johnny Tan Fashion Stylist: Keith Sazali Makeup: Ginger Lynette Hair: Kenneth Ong Photography: Cedric Lim, Hanchew Studio Digital Imaging: Nazri, Hanchew Studio

08 TAKE OFF BEHIND THE LENS Russel Wong talks about the past, present and future.

10 ON THE GO THE WORLD’S A PLAYGROUND Best entertainment hotspots around the globe.

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16 GIRLS JUST WANNA HAVE FUN Get your fix of bright lights, joyrides and the sharpest looks.

32 SPOTLIGHT Qantas launches A380 services to Singapore.

34 FLY RIGHT Check out all the great prizes and deals on offer.

36 AIRPORT MAPS 20 ARRIVE: SYDNEY SYDNEY SCENE We reveal the fun-filled side of life Down Under.

40 30,000 FEET BELLE OF THE BALL Lea Salonga takes to the stage as Cinderella.

26 THE CHANGI EXPERIENCE Action-packed experiences with great food and drinks to boot.

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LIVING THE HIGH LIFE With even more state-of-the-art inflight technology coming your way in the future, it is likely that life in the air will come to resemble life on the ground.

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Besides providing wireless Internet access, an increasing number of airlines are catering to mobilephone users, as developments in communications technology now allow you to use your phone on board. Although this has led to some controversy, the ability to receive and send text messages while in the air could help seal the deal. Of course, the use of mobile technology on flights is still determined by the airline, so do check before you set off.

You can now enjoy the pleasure of sipping a drink at an in-flight bar—a sight that’s becoming common among a number of airlines, such as Virgin Atlantic and Emirates. Other specialized onboard services include massages and even nannies to look after children. Gulf Air offers families traveling with children the Sky Nanny service to help make the long journey ahead that little bit less stressful.

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Those who’d rather listen to their own music mix might want to consider flying with Air France, Continental Airlines, Delta, Emirates, KLM or United Airlines, all of whom have signed deals with Apple to enable passengers to hook up their iPods to their seatback systems for playback and charging purposes.

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Nowadays, passengers can enjoy a wide range of films and television programs available on seatback systems, with a number of airlines offering video-on-demand. But if you don’t feel like watching a movie, many in-flight entertainment systems now offer music, games, travel guides, foreign-language lessons and other educational programs to keep passengers of all ages occupied.

With the introduction of more sophisticated aircraft, airlines will be able to increase their range of services. Take the double-decker Airbus A380. It offers significantly more room for carriers to exploit, and Virgin Atlantic boss Richard Branson has already taken the lead, with plans to install in-flight casinos, gyms and private double beds.

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SPOTLIGHT From theme parks to musicals, we bring you highlights to look out for.

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Fans lamenting that the Harry Potter saga has come to an end can look forward to a new theme park based on J.K. Rowling’s best-selling series. Called “The Wizarding World of Harry Potter,” it will be located within Universal Orlando Resort’s Islands of Adventures Theme Park, and will recreate locations like the village of Hogsmeade, the Forbidden Forest and—wait for it—Hogwarts Castle. The theme park is currently under construction and is expected to be unveiled in 2010.

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THRILLER THE MUSICAL

Need some quality me time? Forget Bali or Bintan. Now you can enjoy all the peace and solitude you want with the Ovei pod. The bespoke eggshaped capsule takes personal entertainment to a whole new level by offering an enclosed, air-conditioned space to watch videos, play video games or listen to music in. Designed by British designer Lee McCormack and engineered by McLaren Applied Technologies, the Ovei pod carries a cool price tag of £50,000 (S$113,536).

But McCormack isn’t the only one to have come up with this room-withina-room concept. In Japan, Yamaha recently launched My Room II and Cefine, the former a soundproof, portable wood-paneled room, and the latter designed as a music room.

Compared to the Ovei pod, the two are considerably less expensive. My Room II costs ¥664,650 (S$10,576) while a Cefine starts from ¥1,039,500 (S$16,542) depending on its size.

Following in the footsteps of We Will Rock You and Mamma Mia! is Thriller Live, a musical based on the life of…you guessed it, Michael Jackson. Produced by American theater owner and producer James Nederlander, the two-hour long musical made its debut at the Lyrical Theatre in London at the start of the year, and fans of the one-time King of Pop will be able to relive his glory days through songs like “I’ll Be There,” “Beat It,” “Ben,” “Man in the Mirror,” “Diana,” “Billie Jean” and “Earth Song.” Visit www.thrillerlive.com for ticket information.

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LIVING IN THE MOVIES

TRAVEL BEATS >>>>

All you need is an air ticket and a bit of imagination.

Up-to-the-minute information

Matamata, New Zealand Photo courtesy Javier Blanco

Bilbo and Frodo may have left the Shire for good but there are still a couple of hobbit holes around in this very lush region of New Zealand. On the Hobbiton movie set, you can take a guided tour of the 10-acre site. It also includes a visit to a sheep farm. www.hobbitontours.com

Alnwick Castle, England You might recognize it as Hogwarts in the first two installments of the Harry Potter series, but there’s more to Alnwick Castle than quidditch and wizards-in-training. The medieval castle has also starred in many other movies and television series, including Elizabeth, Blackadder and Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves. The second-largest inhabited castle in England, Alnwick Castle is open to visitors from April to October every year.

There’s even a school for knights there, so if you’ve ever wanted to dress up as one of King Arthur’s men or learn how to joust, you know where to go. www.alnwickcastle.com

Say goodbye to outdated guidebooks and check out Offbeat Guides (www.offbeatguides.com). You choose the destination you want to visit, key in where you’re from and your dates of travel and the site starts compiling information from the web. After that, you select the sections you want and the desired format (PDF, print or both). A PDF version costs US$9.95 (S$15) while a printed copy costs US$24.95 (S$38). We pretended to be tourists visiting Singapore and found the results to be promising. There was a very comprehensive section on local food, though the events section could have done with a bit more organization.

It would be more helpful for list events that correspond with the travelers’ interest, rather than list everything happening during the time they’re in the country. Still, given that it’s currently in its beta stage, it’s worth a look.

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Forks, US How do you revive the fortunes of a struggling town? Get chosen as the movie setting of a popular novel series with a very passionate fan base. (Throwing in a couple of hunky vampires and werewolves doesn’t hurt either.) Forks’ fortunes can be described as B.T. and A.T. (that’s Before Twilight and After Twilight, if you were wondering). Before the movie was filmed, it was just a small town in Washington that got a lot of rain. Now, it’s the equivalent of Mecca for the series’ devoted fans. Those who want to visit the locations described in the novels can take the Forks Chamber of Commerce’s Twilight Tour. Be sure to book in advance, though, as seats fill up fast. www.forkswa.com

THE REAL DEAL >>>>

It used to be that Fido had to stay home when you went on holiday, but not anymore. Petfriendly hotels are on the rise in the US, Europe and Australia.

In Los Angeles, luxury hotels like the Peninsula Beverly Hills and SLS Hotel come with fittings like doggie treats, beds, food, bowls and toys. Earlier in June, Hilton launched a Pet Friendly program in all its hotels in the Americas. Pet-friendly rooms will come with designer accessories and "a water-, stain- and microbial-resistant pet bed as well as food and water bowls with placemat, and an exclusive pet amenity kit complete with dog waste clean-up bags and treats."

AIRLINE BARGAINS

HOTEL DEALS

Your companion travels free when you fly Air India from selected countries to Canada, Europe, the US and the UK. This promotion is valid only for travel on Executive and Economy Class. Terms and conditions apply. Promotion valid till March 31. Visit home.airindia.in

Traveling to Southeast Asia? Save with the Hilton group’s "Eat Enjoy Sleep Save" offer. Guests who book and pay for their rooms before January 31 enjoy a 25% discount on their total bill. The discount is valid for stays of at least two nights between now and December 31.

Visit www.hilton.com/asia

Malaysia Airlines is having a special promotion for its PenangMelbourne service. From now till March 31, travelers pay A$3,521 (S$3,550) when they fly Business Class on this route.

Payment for tickets must be made before March 29. Terms and conditions apply. Visit www.malaysiaairlines.com

Fancy a vacation in one of Thailand’s most unspoilt regions? Then take advantage of Centara Hotels & Resorts’ All-Inclusive promotion.

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In Search of Good Times Changi Class takes a look at five venues where having fun doesn’t always mean giving your credit card a workout and watching things explode.

FOR FILM ENTHUSIASTS Where: The Screening Room, 12 Ann Siang Rd, www.screeningroom.com.sg The Low-down: Housed in a converted shophouse in the über-hip district of Ann Siang Hill, The Screening Room raises the bar on cinemas everywhere and offers movie aficionados a place where they can watch the best of the silver screen (think movies like Raging Bull and Casablanca) in plush comfort. It also offers guests a movie-themed menu designed by Executive Chef Wayne Nish (formerly chef owner of one-Michelin star New York restaurant, March) to complement the movie screening of the night. $$$: $65++ per person for the three-course food themed menu. $20 for a film ticket. You don’t have to eat at the restaurant to watch the movie though.

Anything else?: The Screening Room also boasts a sushi and sashimi bar as well as one of the most scenic rooftop terrace bars

in town. Definitely worth a visit if you’re tired of slumming it out with the tourists at the crowded coffee shops in Chinatown.

FOR THOSE OF THE INDIE-PERSUASION (PART 1) Where: Timbre@The Arts House, 1 Old Parliament Lane, www.timbre.com.sg The Low-down: There are two other branches of

this intimate music bistro in town (one at the Substation and the other at Old School) but this one comes with one of the nicest views of the Singapore River and financial district. The crowd is a mix of expats and young office types, and being neighbors with the Victoria Concert Hall and the Old Parliament House certainly adds to the ambience of the place. There are live music performances every evening by some of the best-known names on the local music scene like Shirlyn & The UnXpected, The Goodfellas and Ngak. $$$: The music is free.

Entertainment value: Ambience, history, free music performances…it’s the perfect antithesis of the crowded pubs on the other side of the river.

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Where: Sinema Old School, 11 Mt Sophia Rd, www.sinema.sg The Low-down: Local film makers finally have a champion. It comes in the form of Sinema, an indie cinema dedicated to showcasing the country’s locally produced films, and we’re not just talking about the oeuvre of Jack Neo and Royston Tan. As long as it’s a local production, never mind how obscure, you’ll probably find it represented here. Such an enthusiastic policy means that films that are often not screened at multiplexes like Yew Kwang Han’s 18 Grams of Love, a winner at the Lyon Asian Film Festival, get an airing here. Sinema does not limit itself to screening films though and also has an incubator program to help budding local film makers with their craft. $$$: Tickets cost $6 and $8 for regular and first-run and special screenings respectively.

Entertainment value: If you want to see a side of Singapore that’s different from what’s normally shown in official tourist brochures, then Sinema Old School is definitely worth a trip.

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FOR THOSE OF THE INDIE-PERSUASION (PART 2)

FOR THE FAMILY Where: Rainforest Kidzworld at the Singapore Zoo, 80 Mandai Lake Rd, www.zoo.com.sg The Low-down: You know your children need to get out more when their closest encounters with chickens and cows come in the form of nuggets and hamburgers. The Singapore Zoo’s recently opened Rainforest Kidzworld is a great place for children to run around and discover that there’s more to life than computer games and school. The three-hectare attraction comprises a water play area, an obstacle course, a carousel and a petting corner where children can get up close with goats, ponies, falabellas (the world’s smallest breed of horses), rabbits and guinea pigs. $$$: Free. Normal admission charges apply. Pony, horse carriage and carousel rides are charged separately.

Anything else?: Families can also opt for the horse carriage ride, which offers scenic views of the Upper Seletar Reservoir.

FOR THE NIGHT OWLS Where: Howl at the Moon, 2/F Peranakan Place Complex, 180 Orchard Rd, www.howlatthemoon.com.sg The Low-down: Fans of the Howl at the Moon franchise will have you know that its rockand-roll dueling piano show is easily one of the most hilarious routines ever. It’s a mix of chart toppers (played on the piano of course), madcap improvisation and quick-fire repartees and the atmosphere is so infectious that you’ll often find the audience on their feet singing along with the staff and performers. Comedy is also a mainstay feature here, and the club regularly brings in stand-up comics from around the world. $$$: The dueling piano show, which is staged every night from Tuesday to Saturday, is free but you are advised to get there early.

Anything else?: Wednesday is ladies’ night and martinis are $9.90 a pop the entire night.

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Behind the Lens Singapore’s most celebrated photographer talks about how he got started, what he thinks about being called a celebrity photographer and why he’s so passionate about the Asian film industry. Text by Lisa-Ann Lee Zhang Ziyi

Before the fashion world even heard of John Clang and Leslie Kee, Russel Wong was already amassing a portfolio of the world’s super A-listers such as Claudia, Cindy and Naomi, Oliver Stone, Imelda Marcos and Carl Lewis. It might come as a surprise to hear him say that he never thought he'd become a professional photographer growing up. “I knew I had talent to do certain things, like play music—I play the piano, clarinet and I took exams and stuff. I could draw but I never really thought I’d make a living doing something creative because that’s not instilled in you growing up.” When asked about his childhood ambition, he shrugs. “I never really thought about it. I just liked playing football and cycling around...Somehow, I knew that if I did something, it would be related to people because I enjoy being around [them].”

However, there was one thing about which he was sure. Despite majoring in Finance at the University of Oregon, he says, “I knew for sure that I wasn’t going to be in a bank.”

GETTING STARTED His foray into photography began when he was 16. At that time, plans were already underway to send him to college in the United States after he finished secondary school. “My dad got me a camera from North Bridge Road—it was a S$150, fully manual, no-name camera—taught me how to use it and said, ‘Okay, go take some pictures and send them back to us.’ Before I left, I was just taking pictures, playing around with it, getting to know it, and it was only when I went to college that I was seriously [into it] and taking a lot of pictures of track and field and football players.”

Images courtesy Russel Wong

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Wong was only 18 when his photograph of British athlete Sebastian Coe made the cover of sports magazine Track and Field News. However, getting his first international cover after just two years had little to do with beginner’s luck, he tells me. “It wasn’t luck or anything because first, I had the shot and secondly, I made it a point to cycle to Nike to show them the pictures, which a lot of people, I guess, wouldn’t do.”

Clinching the cover made him realize that he should take photography seriously after all. He returned to the United States after completing his National Service in Singapore, this time to the Art Center College of Design in Los Angeles.

His parents were apprehensive, to say the least.

“They were actually worried as they didn’t know about this business. The freelance aspect of the job really irked them [as they felt] it wasn’t a

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stable job.” I make the mistake of assuming that he took the traditional route and worked at a studio after graduating. “I’ve never worked for anyone,” he corrects me. He originally wanted to work as a photographer’s assistant because he thought that was what everyone did.

However, a meeting with a studio manager in New York changed his mind. After My dad got me a camera seeing his from North Bridge Road—it book the man was a S$150, fully manual, took him aside no-name camera—taught me and told him, how to use it and said, ‘You shouldn’t ‘Okay, go take some pictures be a studio and send them back to us.’ assistant. You’re too good!’” Later, he muses, “I can’t work for someone else. I’d rather take responsibility for my failure than be dictated by another person.”

Competition was stiff in Los Angeles and he had his work cut out for him. At the time, he was living in a loft warehouse, sharing his lights and studio with two other photographers, and he recalls there were times he didn’t have money to buy film when he got a job.

But if there was one thing his stint in Los Angeles taught him, it was to be persistent and consistent with his art form. He returned to Singapore in 1989, citing the economy as the reason for his move. “The economy in LA was really, really bad. Yeah, I was working but

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it wasn’t great. I wanted to try something new and I figured that down here, there’s potential and I always felt that there weren’t enough photographers here.” It didn’t take him long to secure the country’s major accounts and the result was that he was working almost every single day, something which he says “was unheard of.”

ON CELEBRITIES Wong has been in the business for more than 25 years and during this time, he’s made a name for himself with his celebrity portraits and photographs, so much so that he’s often described as a celebrity photographer. I ask him if he minds being labelled as such. Are celebrities even his favorite subject?

“I wouldn’t say they’re my favorite but the thing is, I enjoy doing it and I get a kick out of it. It’s easy for me. People don’t realize that you’re always defined by your highest profile work. They don’t see me when I’m shooting corporate work, an annual report, a hotel or a resort. As a photographer, you shoot everything. Of course, people see and they know your well-known work, which [in my case] are celebrities and portraits. But I think I have a lot more to offer, which is why I’m shooting a lot of still life and Asian landscapes, which I sell out of Christie’s.”

GOING EAST While he might have started his career in Los Angeles, these days, he’s more likely to be found traveling to Hong Kong and mainland China, shooting landscapes in Huangshan and

Guilin or working with actors and directors in the Asian film industry. He reveals that he’s just finished shooting Jet Li for two covers. “We met on the set of Hero and it’s nice to work together again to promote his ONE Foundation,” he says, referring to Jet Li’s charity in China. A week before that, he was taking pictures of Chinese basketball players in Beijing and landscapes in Huangshan. While it might seem like he has been involved in Asian films for a long time, it was not till the late nineties that he actually did so. “I met Jackie [Chan] when I was at film school in New York University in 1996. He invited me to Hong Kong and said I should meet up with them. Then I went to shoot Jackie. That started the ball rolling in terms of working in Hong Kong, working with Asian movie stars and that led to the TIME covers and then Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon came along and I was invited on the set.” The Asian film industry, on the other hand, is a different matter. Wong has worked with directors Ang Lee and Zhang Yimou on films such as Hero, House of Flying Daggers, Curse of the Golden Flower and Lust, Caution.

“I realized that there was no one that shot with all the top Asian directors and actors in the film business,” he says in another interview. “There are great photographers who work with all the Europeans or the Americans but somehow, that never happened in Asia. I feel a duty to document the Asian film industry as it’s going through the most interesting time now and I’m living it.”

What about the United States? He shakes his head. “I did America. It doesn’t excite me anymore.”

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The world’s a playground!

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Four of the best entertainment hotspots around the globe. Text by Cindy Tong

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PARIS, FRANCE Claim to fame: The City of Lights is synonymous the world over with romance, magical fairytale endings and happily ever afters. And really, who can blame starry-eyed couples for their visions of what Paris is about?

Think Paris and one thinks of art and culture.

The birthplace of musicians, artists and writers, few other cities can come close to providing a perfect backdrop for those in love.

The city is a treasure trove of cultural entertainment, dishing out a myriad dance, theater and classical-music performances. And as if that wasn’t enough, the best of them are presented in Paris’ most beautiful and culturally significant monuments and buildings—think the Paris Opera House or the Odeon Theatre.

Sneak peek: You could spend days touring the Sacré Coeur basilica or the Notre Dame cathedral, peering at paintings and artifacts in the Louvre or in the other museums and galleries dotting practically every street in Paris.

But while high art, culture and history may be the attractions Paris is well-known for, it has its other side. We are, after all, talking about the French, who—fairly or unfairly—are known to embrace fast love, drunken debauchery and raunchy acts. Where do you think the Moulin Rouge or Crazy Horse cabarets began?

Paris is also a city of music, dance and revelry. It is, after all, just like any other big city in the world. You'll find relaxed cafés and bars, techno dance clubs and mellow jazz lounges, depending on what suits your mood. The hip and trendy club-goers used to rule the rue Oberkampf and the Bastille, but according to those in the know, these areas are now passé.

The new places to see and be seen at are in Ménilmontant, along the windy uphill streets located north of the Père Lachaise cemetery.

Insider: Buddha Bar on Rue Boissy d'Anglais needs no introduction. Franchises have sprung up around the world, and while it’s still cool, it can no longer claim to be among the city’s best-kept secrets. Instead, try La Flèche d’Or, an indie-rock and electro club that occupies what used to be a train station, and probably Paris’ most fashionable venue for live music and an alternative ambience. Head for the upscale bistros on Rue Sorbier, where celebrities such as Vincent Cassel and Monica Bellucci have recently been spotted.

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MACAU, CHINA

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Claim to fame: Macau is known as the Monte Carlo of the east, one of only two destinations in this part of the world—the other being East Timor—where the Portuguese culture has left a noticeable and indelible mark on local lifestyles. This territory, comprising three islands linked together by bridges, is home to 400-year old Mediterranean churches juxtaposed against ancient Chinese temples, which are, again, framed by cobbled stones, a distinctly European feature.

Rising from this rich historical and cultural backdrop are the glaring lights of Vegas-style casinos, including Sands, The Venetian and Wynn Resorts. So popular is this entertainment capital of Asia that since 2006, Macau has far outstripped Las Vegas in growth and gaming revenue.

Claim to fame: If you want peace and tranquility, go to Kyoto. However if it’s multisensory, high octane fun you’re after, you’re in the right city. Ignore all those people who say that Tokyo is nothing but concrete and more concrete—they have no idea what they’re talking about. The Japanese capital is the haven of technophiles, otakus (anime and manga devotees) and hip young things. Here, you’ll find toilets that sing, cafes staffed by young girls dressed up as French maids, cafes manned by androgynous ‘schoolboys’ and gaijin butlers and a whole lot of other inventions that make you wonder why you even need a disco in the first place.

Sneak peek: You’ll find various art galleries, beautifully restored buildings from Macau’s colonial past and museums chronicling the territory’s journey to the present. Locals take immense pride in their unique culture, and these lesser known attractions showcase unique Macanese identity to great effect.

The Venetian, Macau

Insider: The Macau Museum of Art, located directly beside the Cultural Center, houses the island’s largest collection of arts and relics. It includes prehistoric pottery from 6,000 years ago and contemporary pieces from Macau’s most celebrated artists. For something more avant garde, visit Ox Warehouse, a former cattle depot now turned art gallery and theater that showcases Macau’s most controversial artworks.

Sneak peek: No visit to Tokyo would be complete without a trip to Shinjuku, Harajuku and Shibuya. You don’t have to go to a club or a theme park to be entertained here. Just step out onto the streets and watch the young people go about their business. However, if you’re in the market for electronic gadgets or if you want to cosplay without fear of being ridiculed, then you must make a trip to Akihabara. The place is huge and it’s an optimist who says you only need one day to cover the entire area.

Insider: If that’s not enough mental and visual stimulation, take a day trip to the man-made island of Odaiba. Here, you’ll find not one but two amusement parks—Palette Town and Joypolis—malls, a hot spring complex, museums and even a food theme park.

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At Marina Square, being a tourist has its privileges!

Sign up for our Tourist Privilege Programme and be rewarded just for shopping!

Complete the perfect vacation or seal your business trip with a shopping spree at Marina Square where you will find unbeatable offers waiting for you all year round.

Simply pick up a TOURIST PRIVILEGE CARD at our Customer Service Counter, Level 2, to enjoy fantastic offers exclusively for you at over 80 participating outlets within the mall. All you have to do is show us your passport and let us know where you are staying to receive this card.

From fashion and beauty to the latest in electronic gadgets, we have offers that will suit all your lifestyle needs. So make your way to Marina Square now.

And make your stay in Singapore a truly unique and extra rewarding one.

Log on to www.marinasquare.com.sg to check out the privileges awaiting you.

Just hop onto any bus, cab or alight at City Hall MRT Station to get to Marina Square.

6 Raffles Boulevard Singapore 039594 Tel: 6339 8787 www.marinasquare.com.sg Operating Hours: 10am to 10pm

Photo: Getty Images

onthego

The Strip, Las Vegas

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA, US Claim to fame: What’s not to like about Sin City? The Mecca of adult entertainment, Las Vegas deals out endless rounds of forbidden thrills, encourages gluttony with its plethora of cheap all-you-can-eat buffets, stokes greed with the promise of easy money at its gambling tables, and panders to our lust for excess with its ostentatious neon lights and glitzy street shows.

Travel agent Carlson Wagonlit named Las Vegas the top travel destination in America in both 2007 and 2008, and the city attracts close to 40 million tourists every year, according to statistics provided by the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA).

The stereotype is that people only go to Las Vegas to down free drinks and gamble.

However, the same statistics from the LVCVA

show that only 11 percent of visitors flock to The Strip each year solely for the thrill of the jackpot. So it may be safe to say that while gambling may be part of the Vegas experience, there’s more to the city than just blackjack and poker.

Sneak peek: You could say that Wolfgang Puck started it all. He set up a branch of his popular LA restaurant Spago in Caesar’s Palace in 1992 to much ridicule, but its success was the dawn of a new culinary era for Vegas. In the last five years, the trend of celebrity chefs opening dining spots in the city has accelerated, and it now draws some of the biggest names in international cuisine, including Bobby Flay, Nobu Matsuhisa and Alain Ducasse.

It’s set to get even better. Next year, MGM will open Aria, a resort casino that boasts a line-up of celebrity-chef restaurants as one of its most glamorous attractions. Among those making their Las Vegas debuts will be Masayoshi Takayama from New York City’s Masa and Shawn McClain, which the James Beard Foundation named the best chef in the Midwest in 2006.

Insider: Other culinary gems await you in Vegas.

The Jean-Philippe Patisserie, located inside the Spa Tower near the conservatory at the Bellagio Hotel, is home to a glass-encased 27-foot high chocolate fountain, with its 2,100-pound torrents of melted chocolate. It is the world's largest and tallest chocolate fountain, and was the result of two years of engineering, planning and design.

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T S U J S GIRL AVE WANNA H

FUN Bomber jacket $140.00, black tank top $65, and grey shorts $75 from Giordano Concepts Wide faceted bangles $18.60 onwards per pair from Accessorize, Terminal 3 Stockings, stylist's own

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Denim shorts $74.67 from Esprit, Terminal 2

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Art direction Johnny Tan assisted by Nancy Ide • Photography Cedric Lim assisted by Dave Lua, Hanchew Studios • Fashion Stylist Keith Sazali, assisted by Loko Yu Digital imaging Nazri, Hanchew Studios • Makeup Ginger Lynette using M.A.C. Cosmetics (Terminals 1 and 2) • Hair Kenneth Ong • Models Stella, Carrrie Models, Elaine, DIVA Models • Special thanks to Escape Theme Park and Downtown East for use of their premises

Full-zip sports jacket (price unavailable) from Nike, Terminal 2

lights, joyrides and the sharpest looks on the side.

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Yellow coat $165, and white sleeveless knit dress $85 from Giordano Concepts Assorted bangles from $10.99 onwards from Accessorize, Terminal 3 and Chomel, Terminals 2 and 3

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Vest and striped knit sweater from Springfield; Jeans (price unavailable) from Levi's, Terminal 2; Red PVC clutch with clasp detail $52.24 from Accessorize, Terminal 3

Long printed chiffon dress from BCBGMaxAzria

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Sydney Scene Fast becoming cultured in arts and with its innumerable cafés, bars and clubs, it’s no wonder people travel to Sydney for entertainment and city nightlife. Text by Graham Simmons Sydney, capital of the state of New South Wales and Australia’s biggest city, frequently wins accolades in international travel magazines as the “world’s best city.” It’s hard to know what criteria this is based on, but Sydney’s impact is immediate, from its stunning cityscape to the funky back-lane pubs and cafés which grace its inner suburbs. Entertainment-wise, the city’s huge range of outdoor activities and nightlife activities jostle equally for your attention.

For those privileged to live in Sydney, the outdoors is an exuberant wrap of sea-

spray, gentle breezes and what Australian landscape painter Lloyd Rees calls “the most extraordinary quality of light.” Night-time has its own special charms, especially in summer, when the fragrance of frangipani blossoms fills the air and blends with the exotic mix of beats on the streets. An exploration of Sydney’s different entertainment precincts will inevitably include all these sensory delights and more.

Thanks to an ongoing process of redevelopment of former industrial areas,

there are more entertainment zones coming up all the time. A morbid fascination with the seedy Kings Cross is now very much passé, with the focus shifting to The Rocks and newer districts such as Cockle Bay Wharf, King Street Wharf, Jones Bay Wharf and Moore Park. In particular, the redevelopment of the old Darling Harbour wharves area has seen it turned into a giant amusement park, featuring the Chinese Garden of Friendship, a big-screen IMAX theatre and a shopping center.

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DAYTIME ENTERTAINMENT The different precincts have their own attractions at different times. The Rocks is a great place to start the day. Among its shady streets and leafy courtyards, it offers a vast smorgasbord of cafés, boutiques and restaurantpubs that can best be discovered by sheer serendipity. Breakfast at the MCA Café, set in the foyer and on the patio of the Museum of Contemporary Art in the old sandstone Maritime Services Board building. Try Santos Coffee House or get an alfresco taste of France at the Renaissance Patisserie in Argyle Street.

In the daytime, take in the delights of Sydney Harbour. A highly-recommended trip is the ferry ride to Watson’s Bay, where Doyle’s on the Beach (a famous Sydney institution renowned for its seafood) is a great place for lunch. Note the no-reservations policy, however, even royalty and presidents have to queue along with everyone else.

Alternately, take a ferry to Taronga Zoo wharf and venture on the super-scenic sixkilometer walk to Balmoral Beach. At the Balmoral Boathouse you can rent everything from sailboards, kayaks and catamarans to ocean-going fishing vessels. Right on Balmoral Beach, Bathers’ Pavilion restaurant, which is open daily for lunch offers fine cuisine and a great ambience. To round off your day, take the Parramatta RiverCat ferry to Homebush Bay, which was the main venue for the 2000 Olympic Games and is now an up market techno-park/ residential complex, with the giant Millennium Park project scheduled for completion by 2010.

Back in Sydney, walk to the top end of George Street and into Cumberland Street, where you can climb the 200 steps to the top of the south-east pylon of the Sydney Harbour Bridge. A popular activity is the Sydney Bridge Climb, offering the chance to get right to the top of “The Coathanger” itself, which affords superb 360-degree views of the city. I only wish this had been allowed when I was a kid!

Photo: Getty Images

AS THE SUN GOES DOWN By now, it’s time for evening drinks—and what better spot than the Cargo Bar and Lounge?

Facing due west with great views across Darling Harbour, this is one of Sydney’s finest vantage points from which to take in a sublime sunset.

Further along The Promenade, Jetty Enoteca “il Pontile” offers top-rate Italian food, in the 21

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likely event that you can’t bring yourself to leave King Street Wharf.

The Dundee Arms Pub on Sussex Street is a historic sandstone pub with great views over Darling Harbour from its balcony. Alongside a range of boutique beers, the Harbour Beer Company’s Full Sail Amber Ale is available on tap. This rich, ruby-colored brew is so fullflavored that the malt and hops almost leap out of your pint.

Don’t forget to check out the new Moore Park area. Billing itself “The Entertainment Quarter,” Moore Park is a very successful redevelopment of Sydney’s old show grounds, which have now moved to Homebush Bay. The focal point of the complex is the new Fox Movie Studios, with plenty of restaurants and pubs onsite, including the Bavarian Bier Café, Deck on Bent and Cine Italian Restaurant and Bar. Those who are feeling lucky might want to check out Star City Casino in Jones Bay Wharf.

Sydney’s only casino is just a short walk from Pyrmont Bay Wharf past the National Maritime Museum’s extraordinary Welcome Wall, a 100meter-long wall which commemorates the more than six million immigrants who have made Australia their home. While at Star City, you can grab a drink or a meal from one of its eight bars and five restaurants, or check out some of the other restaurants in Jones Bay Wharf.

And while I hate to say it, there is still good reason to visit Kings Cross, with the reason being Bayswater Brasserie on Bayswater Road.

With its cool décor and chic clientele, the bar was recently voted amongst the world’s top five by the US’ Bartender Magazine.

Sun setting over the harbor

The Rocks

NIGHT OWLS After-hours entertainment in Sydney revolves around live music. The Basement has been synonymous with blues and jazz in the city for more than 30 years. At The Rocks, a choice of night venues includes the The Lord Nelson Brewery Pub, at the corner of Kent and Argyle Streets, which claims to be the oldest pub in Sydney and features an excellent bill of fare and an equally good bill of booze, with five award-winning beers being brewed onsite. And for a super-cool bar with fine patio views over the harbor, you can’t miss ECQ Bar in the Quay Grand Hotel.

For live shows, it’s worth checking out the

Sydney Entertainment Centre, which has been described by singer Elton John as “the world’s finest performance venue.” Leonard Cohen, Eric Clapton and the Kings of Leon will all be making a stop there between January and March next year.

But ultimately, the best entertainment in Sydney is what you make for yourself.

Strolling around Circular Quay on a warm summer’s evening, serenaded by cicadas and street performers, it’s hard not to conclude that you’ve finally discovered “the good life.” And most of Sydney’s four million-plus residents would heartily agree.

The Lord Nelson Brewery Pub

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SYDNEY MUST-SEES

EXPLORING SYDNEY

BLUE Sydney

Australian Maritime Museum

ARTS SCENE Museum of Contemporary Art holds the latest contemporary art from around the world, including Aboriginal art and installations.

LANDMARKS Sydney Harbour Bridge “The Coathanger,” as it is known, was completed in 1932, and connects the north and south shores.

Australian Maritime Museum is a mustsee, featuring exhibits of Aboriginal maritime culture and evidence of early Asian contact, the European discovery of Australia and sea travel to Australia since convict times.

Powerhouse Museum is located in the shell of a disused power station next to Darling Harbour. Decorative arts, science and technology are amongst the star attractions here.

Sydney Opera House was built from 1957 to 1973 and designed

by Danish architect Jørn Utzon. This is one of the architectural wonders of the world.

Daily tours run every 30 minutes from 9am to 4pm. Free concerts are held on Sunday afternoons on the outer boardwalk.

Centrepoint Tower rises from Centrepoint Shopping Complex and is bounded by Pitt, Market and Castlereagh Streets.

This is Australia's tallest structure, rising to 305 meters.

Sydney Opera House viewed from BLUE

WHERE TO STAY Sydney has a huge range of accommodation choices. Those with the best harbor views include: Four Seasons Hotel Sydney (formerly The Regent Hotel Sydney), 199 George St, (61-2) 9238-0000, www.fourseasons.com/sydney/ The hotel’s location is perfect, and is a short stroll away from The Rocks.

BLUE Sydney, 6 Cowper Wharf Rd, The Wharf at Woolloomooloo, (61-2) 9331-9000 A stunning Taj Hotels property built right on the old Woolloomooloo shipping wharf.

Park Hyatt Sydney, 7 Hickson Rd, The Rocks, (61-2) 9241-1234 Situated right at the water’s edge with magnificent views of Sydney Harbour, exceptional attention to detail is this hotel’s hallmark. It is also known for its collection of original works of Australian art.

Russell Hotel, 143A George St, (61-2) 9241-3543 This small boutique hotel right in the middle of The Rocks is big on class.

VISA All visitors to Australia require a visa, with no exceptions. However, this can be issued instantly over the Internet in the form of an Electronic Travel Authority. Go to www.eta.immi.gov.au for more information.

WHEN TO GO All seasons are good, though Singaporeans may want to avoid the chill of winter (June to August).

GETTING AROUND There is a wide range of transport options, including trains, buses, ferries and catamarans, but there are no system-wide tickets available, except for weekly or monthly passes. Call 131-500 from 6am to 10pm any day of the week for schedule information. The red Sydney Explorer bus follows a 27-stop circuit around Sydney’s main visitor attractions at 20-minute intervals between 9am and 6pm, seven days a week. A free-roam day ticket costs A$39 (S$39) for adults or A$19 (S$19) for children.

GET CONNECTED >>>> Airline

Depart Changi

Arrive Sydney

Frequency

British Airways

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Qantas

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2215

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0700, 0940, 2040, 0030

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Good Times!

Get the buzz on where the trendiest hot spots offering live music and visual entertainment can be found at Changi.

POST BAR Terminal 3 This contemporary bar—sister outlet of the original at The Fullerton Hotel—is where the stylish jetsetter goes to see and to be seen.

This 24-hour bar serves an exciting list of signature cocktails like the White Cosmopolitan (think Sex and the City) and its very own exciting version of the Singapore Sling. It's the perfect place for people watching.

O’LEARYS SPORTS BAR & GRILL Terminal 2 A Boston-themed sports bar restaurant well-known for its informal and laid back friendly service. Besides sports entertainment, the Clifford band (performing daily, except on Sundays, from 7-10pm) will instantly transport you away from the stresses of travel. Don't be fooled by the Irish name, traditional American fare such as burgers, ribs and steak are served here.

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SINGAPORE STRAITS BAR

BY HARRY’S BAR Terminal 3 Want to shoot some pool? Head down to the Singapore Straits Bar, where you can look forward to creative ambience, relaxing, comfortable furnishings and excellent service. For something truly unique, try the bar's very own beer named Harry's Premium Lager.

HARD ROCK CAFÉ Terminal 3 Enjoy some of Hard Rock Cafe's all-American fare from their Legendary Burger to nachos and fajitas in the surrounds of world famous music memorabilia. All this can be savored while enjoying MTV performances on plasma TV screens.

Bring home a limted edition Changi Airport pilot bear or luggage tag from their merchandise shop.

HARRY’S BAR Terminal 2 The airport branch of popular watering hole Harry's Bar offers travelers good times around the clock. Relax to some live music entertainment in the luxury of the Cigar Lounge with solo singer and guitarist Malcolm (Mondays to Fridays from 6-9pm).

For exact locations, please refer to maps on p36-39.

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thechangiexperience: shopping

Play in

MOTION MOTION

Long commutes don’t have to be dull, not when you have one of these boredom busters.

For All Ages Great when the novelty of watching movies onboard has worn off. Choose from chess, checkers, backgammon and more. Magnetic Multigame Sets From S$57. Available at Mitch & Marc, Terminals 1 and 2.

Goooaaal!

Pretend to be Cristiano Ronaldo and set the foosball table alight with your hand-eye coordination skills. The best thing is, it's about the size of this magazine, so you can take it everywhere with you. M&M’s mini table soccer game (incl. 1 pack of M&Ms) S$48. Available at Sweet Treats, Terminal 2.

I Spy The wonders of the jungle beckon with this delightful Magnetic Activity Play Set, S$20.51. Available at Kidztime!, Terminal 3.

Color Me Happy Keep junior busy with this 3-in-1 fun pack.

Smarties (with crayons and 12pp coloring book) S$27.50. Available at Sweet Treats, Terminal 2.

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Movies on Demand Catch up on all the Heroes episodes you’ve missed on the Shinco Portable DVD Player.

S$339. Available at Digital Lifestyle by Dufry, Terminal 3.

Plugged In Because you can’t get enough bling in your life.

Listen to music in style with these violet crystal earphones from the PhilipsSwarovski Space Collection.

S$158.88 from Swarovski, Terminal 2.

Rock on, Baby!

Make your own infinite playlist with the new range of iPod Nanos. There are more colors to choose from and a whole new range of functions to discover. iPod Nano 8GB S$231, 16GB $306. Available at Cameras.Electronics.

Computers by Sprint-Cass, Terminal 2.

Gaming Fever Long commutes don’t have to be boring, not when you have the Nintendo DS Lite (right, S$245 from Digital Lifestyle by Dufry, Terminal 3) or the SONY PlayStation Portable (below, S$279 from Cameras.Electronics.

Computers by Sprint-Cass, Terminal 2).

Brain Stimulation Proof that you don’t need pretty graphics and loud music to keep yourself entertained. Choose from Sudoku, crossword puzzles and more. From S$3.83. Available at Times NewsLink, Terminal 2.

For exact locations, please refer to maps on p36-39. Shops featured in this article are located in the Transit Mall unless otherwise stated.

Prices are in SGD and exclude GST. All information is correct at time of printing.

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EENTERTAINMENT DECK Terminal 2 The Entertainment Deck is an integrated multi-media entertainment center that has something for everyone.

Hard-core gamers can keep themselves occupied for hours here with non-stop action in the Free LAN Gaming Room and Xbox360 and Playstation 3 consoles offering exciting games such as Halo 3, FIFA 2008, and Virtual Fighter.

If you prefer entertainment of the musical kind, then sit back, relax and enjoy some soothing tunes in a comfortable seat with built-in speakers. You can also catch your favorite music videos on a 50-inch plasma television in the MTV Booth with great quality sounds piped directly through to your seat.

The latest comics and graphic novels, IT and lifestyle magazines, board games, comic figurines and DC collectibles, are also on offer here which will surely be of interest to everyone.

CHI-D LOUNGE

Entertainment Galore

Feeling restless? Make the most of the vast array of entertainment Changi has to offer.

MOVIE THEATRE

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Terminals 2 and 3 One of the best ways to while away the hours in transit is to catch the latest blockbuster movie on a big projection screen while relaxing in big comfy seats—a sure hit for all die-hard movie fans.

These screenings are available free-of-charge for passengers and are open 24 hours daily.

Terminal 2 Catch the latest sports and entertainment news in high definition resolution on the latest High Definition TV. Passengers can surf the Internet or check their emails before they catch their flights for free at the Free Internet Corners.

FAMILY ZONE & NEXUS LOUNGE Terminal 1 The Nexus lounge offers travelers a wide variety of entertainment, including 24-hour cable channels, free Internet access and a kid’s corner with cartoon channels to keep the young ones entertained while the parents relax.

Another place you can go to for some family R&R is the Family Zone—a place where you can catch up with your favorite documentaries on the Discovery and National Geographic Channels.

For exact locations, please refer to maps on p36-39.

These leisure facilities are located in the Transit Mall.

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spotlight

The Sky’s the Limit Qantas brings its A380 services to Singapore in January 2009.

Qantas took delivery of its first A380 in Toulouse, France, on September 19, before the aircraft touched down in Sydney on September 21.

The aircraft’s design was a culmination of the vision shared between Qantas and the airline’s Creative Director, European-based Australian industrial designer, Marc Newson.

“The Qantas A380 is configured with 450 seats in four cabins–14 in First Class, 72 in Business Class, 32 in the Premium Economy cabin and 332 in Economy Class,” said Mr. Grant Lily, Qantas Regional General Manager New Zealand and Pacific. “Each has been designed

by Marc to reflect a refreshed, contemporary premium Qantas product” he added.

This extends to having reinvented the award-winning Skybed in the Business Class cabin. The Skybed now lies fully flat and extends to 200cm with the signature enveloping cocoon.

Further enhancements include: ∑ Larger personal in-arm in-flight entertainment screen ∑ Electrically powered retractable privacy screen ∑ Enhanced in-seat massage system The Business Class cabin also features an Onboard Business Lounge with leather-upholstered sofas, huge entertainment monitor with laptop connectivity and featured display cabinet.

In the Premium Economy cabin, Newson, together with Stuttgard based manufacturer, Recaro, designed a new seat which provides greater flexibility, adjustable headrest, more legroom and extra seat width and recline.

Passengers in the Economy Class cabin can enjoy drinks and snacks in glazed, chilled stowage units at the four self-service bars located throughout the cabins.

Qantas A380 services between Sydney and London via Singapore will commence on January 16, 2009.

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Great taste. Little effort.

lazygourmet by les amis

Introducing Lazy Gourmet’s range of delicious soups, pasta sauces and stews. Created and prepared by the Head Chefs of the restaurants in the Les Amis group without using MSG or other additives. Conveniently frozen and packaged so that you can enjoy a delicious meal at home in minutes.

Available from December in selected grocers. Or to make it even more convenient, you can order online and we will deliver right to your doorstep.

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Vote for your Favourite Airport and Win Which is the best airport in the world? The World Airport Awards™ are back and here’s your chance to vote for your favorite airport and win an HP iPAQ 914c Handheld Smartphone, courtesy of Skytrax. Just go to www.worldairportsurvey.com to submit your entry. Last year, Singapore Changi Airport emerged the winner in the following categories: Best Airport Duty Free Shopping, Best Airport Dining and Best Airport Leisure Amenities. How will it fare this year?

It’s up to you to decide!

NO GST! While the economic forecast for the world may be a gloomy one, here’s proof that every cloud has a silver lining. Now, you can enjoy a GST waiver when you shop at selected retail outlets in the public area of Terminal 3:

B2 Mall @ T3 Candy Empire CHNG Kee’s Spice of Life Colettee Eu Yan Sang Helen House of FengShui inner labels Mini Bits Mini Toons San Shu Gong Sportslink Sunglass Hut Swatch Watsons Personal Care Store

Participating retail outlets only.

Excludes all dining and service outlets.

Departure Hall, Level 2 Chocolat Factory Perfumes & Cosmetics

by Nuance-Watson The Cocoa Trees

3-Top, Level 3 Blush!

Chomel Harnn & Thann HARRIS Bookstore iemon+paris Kidztime!

Outdoors Periwinkle Samsonite Tango Mango The Gift Shop The Wellness Store

Win a Holiday!

Nothing beats a vacation, except one that you don’t have to pay for.

From January 1-31, spend S$80 with VISA or S$120 by other means at the transit malls of Terminals 1, 2 and 3 for a chance to win a trip for two to Disney World Florida.* You can also redeem an exclusive Disney cushion at the following event areas: Terminal 1—Nexus Lounge Terminal 2—Next to Raoul Terminal 3—Opposite Immigration In addition, you can also win a trip for two to Tokyo! Just spend $50 with VISA or $80 by other means* in the public areas of Terminals 1, 2 and 3 and The Budget Terminal. And while you’re there, don’t forget to redeem an exclusive Disney Notepad!

For more details, please refer to changiairport.com/colours ©Disney

* In a single receipt only. Other terms and conditions apply.

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Changi Airport Directory & Services

Better Shopping, Better Value Get the best deals in town when you shop at Changi

TIPS FOR A SMOOTH ARRIVAL

TRAVEL INFO & SERVICES MEDICAL SERVICES Terminal 1: Transit Mall Terminal 2: Transit Mall & Public Area Terminal 3: Transit Mall & Public Area For more information, you can call: Terminal 1: 6543-1113 Operates from 8am to 2am daily Terminal 2: Transit Mall, 6546-3815 Operates from 8am to 2am daily Terminal 3: Transit Mall, 6241-8333 Operates from 8am to 2am daily Terminal 2: Public Area, 6543-1118 Operates from 8:30am to 5:30pm daily Terminal 3: B2 Mall @ T3, 6543-8818 Operates 24 hrs daily In case of emergency, call Raffles Medical Group Emergency Hotline at 6543-2223.

PHARMACIES Terminal 1, Transit Mall

handling fee will be deducted from the GST amount.

- Global Refund Tel: 6225-6238 (Terminals 1 & 2) - Global Refund Tel: 6241-2539 (Terminal 3) - Premier Tax Free Tel: 6293-3811 (Terminals 1 & 2) - Premier Tax Free Tel: 6542-6187 (Terminal 3)

INFORMATION & ASSISTANCE Our friendly Customer Service Officers at the Information Counters and our group of energetic Changi Youth Ambassadors are at your service. Feel free to approach them should you require assistance.

• Via internet: Log on to changiairport.com • Via TV Teletext

Terminal 2, Transit Mall & Public Area

CHECK FLIGHT SCHEDULE

HOTEL RESERVATIONS

• By phone: 24-hour voice-activated toll-free line 1800 542-4422 • Via your PDA: Sign up for a free AvantGo account, install the software and download flight information up to seven days in advance.

• Via Wireless Application (WAP) enabled mobile phone: Retrieve and review real-time flight information at wap.changiairport.com.sg

Our 24-hour Hotel Reservations counters can help you get a room in your preferred hotel downtown. Payment for first night is required upon confirmation.

Terminal 1: 6542-6966 Terminal 2: 6545-0318 Terminal 3: 6542-0442

GOODS & SERVICES TAX (GST) REFUND As a tourist or visitor, you can enjoy GST refunds on goods purchased.

Here’s how you do it: • When shopping: Spend S$100 at any shop that displays the ‘Tax Free Shopping or Premier Tax Free’ logos; then obtain a Global Refund Cheque, Premier Tax Free Voucher or GST Claim Form from the shop.

• At customs: For bulky items, please present your goods to Customs staff at the Departure Hall prior to checking in. For hand carried goods, please present the goods at the Tax Office, Transit Mall after departure immigration. Goods must be accompanied by either GST Claim Forms, Global Refund Cheques or Premier Tax Free Vouchers, receipts and passport.

• Collecting your refund: Your refund can be in cash, cheque, credited to your credit card or as a Changi Shopping Voucher. Please note that a

LOST & FOUND Approach our Customer Service Officers if you’ve lost/found something.

To make a report for items misplaced: Within Terminal 1: 1800 542-9727 Within Terminal 2: 1800 542-9792 Within Terminal 3: 6307-8555 In cases where items are left on the plane, please contact the airline directly for assistance.

GETTING TO THE CITY • Airport Shuttle Service Terminals 1, 2 & 3, Arrival Hall Takes you to any hotel (except hotels on Sentosa Island and Changi Village) • Car Rental Terminal 1, Arrival Hall Avis: 6545-0800 Terminal 2, Arrival Hall Avis: 6542-8855 Hertz: 6542-5300 Terminal 3, Arrival Hall Avis: 6447-9011 Hertz: 6446-7211 • Taxi/Cab Terminals 1, 2 & 3, Arrival Hall Electronic Road Pricing and midnight surcharges apply whenever applicable.

• Public Buses Terminals 1, 2 & 3, Basement.

• Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) MRT stations at Terminals 2 & 3.

The train takes you to the city in under 30 mins.

• Limo Taxi Limousine Service Counter at the Terminals 1, 2 & 3, Arrival Hall.

Arrive in style by boarding a Mercedes Taxi.

Visit the Ground Transport Centre located in the Arrival Halls of Terminals 1, 2 & 3 for one-stop information and bookings.

BAGGAGE CLAIM Flight Information screens list baggage claim belt for each flight. Free trolleys are available near all baggage claim belts. Should you find your baggage missing or damaged, please proceed to the respective airline’s ‘Lost & Found’ counter.

LEFT BAGGAGE COUNTERS Terminals 1, 2 & 3 Transit Mall & Public Area Have your baggage taken care of with this payable 24-hour service.

SINGAPORE VISITORS CENTRE Terminals 1, 2 & 3, Transit Mall & Public Area Ask the friendly Customer Service Officers for tips on exploring Singapore or sign up for a free city tour if you have five hours or more in transit at Changi.

CLEARING CUSTOMS Proceed to the Green Channel if you do not have any controlled, prohibited or restricted items, or taxable/dutiable items exceeding your GST relief/duty-free concession.

If in doubt, go through the Red Channel.

PASSENGER MEETING SERVICES Terminals 1, 2 & 3, Public Area Use our Passenger Meeting Services to meet and escort VIPs, guests and friends

through normal clearance on your behalf.

For more information, please call: Terminal 1: 6546-8168 Terminal 2: 6542-2848 Terminal 3: 6247-5477

EARLY OR OFF-AIRPORT CHECK-IN Check-in via phone, fax or online. Collect your boarding pass and deposit your luggage at the check-in counter only one hour before departure. Contact your airline for information. Check-in Early: During peak travelling periods and for international flights, check-in at least three hours prior to your flight departure time. Please refer to flight information screens in Departure Hall (Level 2) for check-in rows.

HOTEL RESERVATIONS Terminals 1, 2 & 3, Arrival Hall Our 24 hour Hotel Reservations counters can help you to get a room in your preferred hotel downtown.

Payment (in S$ or by Visa, Mastercard or AMEX) for the first night is required upon confirmation.

Terminal 1: 6542-6966 Terminal 2: 6545-0318 Terminal 3: 6542-0442

INTERNET CONNECTION Free internet corners in Terminals 1, 2 & 3, Transit Mall. You can also connect to the Internet at various hotspots via the following methods: • Dial-up Internet: Dial-up for free to the Singapore ISP

• Infra-Red (IR) Internet Data Access: Position the IR ports on your PDA or laptop in line with the tranceivers at the kiosk behind the Sports Bar in Terminal 2 • Airport-wide Wireless LAN: This service is available to GRIC/ GoRemote, iPass and Starhub Wireless Broadband subscribers.

Non-subscribers can also purchase time-based wireless Internet access.

BUSINESS BUSINESS CENTERS Terminals 1, 2 & 3, Transit Mall Business facilities such as computer access, mailing of documents, 24-hour photocopying and faxing are available here.

Double the Price Difference Refund Guarantee If an item you purchase at Changi is more expensive than the same product downtown, produce the receipt within 30 days from your date of purchase at Changi, provide shop staff with the store’s name downtown and its location for verification, and get two times the price difference refunded!

No Questions Asked Money Back Guarantee If you’re not entirely satisfied with your purchase at Changi Airport, you can return the product within 30 days from the date of purchase for a full refund or exchange. No questions asked.

Duty-Free Shopping Duty-free allowance for each arriving passenger aged 18 and above is 1 liter of liquor, 1 liter of wine and 1 liter of beer if they have travelled to any country other than Malaysia and have been out of Singapore at least 48 hours.

GST-Free Shopping Passengers departing or in transit at Changi Airport do not pay the 7% Goods and Services Tax (GST) that is levied on all products downtown. The more you shop, the more you save!

No Commission for Foreign Exchange Money changers at Changi are open 24 hours and do not charge commission for foreign note transactions.

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Family Zone Children’s Play Area

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Gym I Business Center

Cathay Pacific Lounge

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Qantas/ British Airways Lounge

Emirates Lounge

Movie Lounge

Thai Royal Orchid Lounge

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Transit Mall (Level 3)

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Postal

Car Park

Prayer Room

City Train

Public Bus Bay

Clinic

Public Phone

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Rest Area

Free Singapore Tour

Shower

Gates

Skytrain

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Smoking Area

Halal Food

Spa & Lounge

Immigration

Tax Refund

Information

Taxi Queue

Lifts

Toilets

Laptop Access

Transfer Counter

Meditation Room

Transit Hotel

Money Changer

Unaccompanied Baggage/Left Baggage

Movie Theatre

Vegetarian

Parents’ Room

24-Hour

DEPARTURE HALL

TRANSIT MALL

RETAIL

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BOOKS & MAGAZINES Times NewsLink

BOOKS & MAGAZINES Times NewsLink

CANDIES, CHOCOLATES & DELICATESSEN Bengawan Solo Sweet Treats PERFUMES & COSMETICS Perfumes & Cosmetics

by Nuance-Watson

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FOOD & BEVERAGE BAR Bill Bentley Pub

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CAFÉS Caffé Ritazza Pacific Coffee Company

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FAST FOOD RESTAURANTS Popeyes QUICKBITES Jollibean Killiney Kopitiam Pacific Coffee Company RESTAURANTS Ajisen Japanese Ramen Eatz @ Terrace Imperial Treasure

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CANDIES, CHOCOLATES & DELICATESSEN Sweet Treats The Cocoa Trees (Closing early Jan) CONVENIENCE STORE 7-Eleven

FOOD & BEVERAGE 7

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FASHION Accessories Chomel Mitch & Marc (Opening end-Jan) Sunglass Hut

10 39 2

Bags & Shoes Timberland

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Boutiques Bally Burberry Gucci King Power Fashionwear • Aigner • Celine • Dunhill • Ermenegildo Zegna • Paul & Shark • Porsche Design • Salvatore Ferragamo • Samsonite • Tumi Montblanc

26 28 27 20

FINE JEWELLERIES Aspial The Gold Shop

by Goldheart Jewellery (Closing early Jan)

25 33

LIFESTYLE ELECTRONICS, CAMERAS AND COMPUTERS Computers & Software 8

by Sprint-Cass Digital Lifestyle by Dufry 4 Electronics.Computers 30

by Sprint-Cass PERFUMES & COSMETICS Bobbi Brown/M.A.C./Origins 21 Glam Up by Nuance-Watson 14 32 Perfumes & Cosmetics

by Nuance-Watson (Closing mid-Jan) 11, 22 Perfumes & Cosmetics

by Nuance-Watson 37 Perfumes & Cosmetics

by Nuance-Watson (Opening mid-Jan)

SOUVENIRS & GIFTS Discover Singapore (Opening end-Jan) Marketplace The Orchids People

15 3

SPORTS Royal Sporting House

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WATCHES Sincere Watch The Watch Shop by Dufry

31 19

WELLNESS & BEAUTY Eu Yan Sang My Foot Reflexology Body Contours

5 6 43

Pharmacy Guardian Health and Beauty

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WINE, LIQUOR & TOBACCO Duty Free Galleria by DFS Duty Free Galleria by DFS Duty Free Galleria by DFS (Opening end-Jan) Duty Free Galleria by DFS (Closing mid-Jan)

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FAST FOOD RESTAURANT Burger King

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FOODCOURT The Food Gallery

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NEXUS LOUNGE Go Go Franks O’Briens Irish Sandwich Bar Sakae Sushi The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf®

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QUICKBITES Bengawan Solo Boost Juice Delifrance Spinelli Coffee Company Sushi Sushi Toast Box

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RETAIL BOOKS & MAGAZINES Times NewsLink CANDIES, CHOCOLATES & DELICATESSEN Kedai Kue Kue The Rainbow Caravan FASHION Accessories Crystal and Beads Bags & Shoes Carlo Rino Sembonia Casual Wear Ashworth FASHION & ACCESSORIES Chomel

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WELLNESS & BEAUTY Hair Salons EC House Modéle

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BOOKS & MAGAZINES Hot Off The Press Times NewsLink CANDIES, CHOCOLATES & DELICATESSEN Bee Cheng Hiang Chocolates.Candy.

Delicatessen by King Power International DFS Delicatessan Sweet Treats Sweet Treats CONVENIENCE STORE 7-Eleven FASHION & ACCESSORIES Accessories Bijour Terner Denni Mitch & Marc Sunglass Hut Boutiques Bally Burberry Coach Gucci Hermès Luxury Fashion • Bottege Veneta • Bulgari • Cartier • Chloé • Fendi • Hugo Boss • Salvatore Ferragamo • Shanghai Tang • Tod’s Montblanc Prada RAOUL Tie Rack

FOOD & BEVERAGE 58 14

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Casual Wear Esprit Levi’s®

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SOUVENIRS & GIFTS Amazing Grace

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SPECIALTY STORES Mercedez Benz Podium Motorsport

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Luggage, Bags & Shoes Bonia Charles & Keith LeSportsac Samsonite Tumi

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FINE JEWELLERIES Lee Hwa Diamond Gallery Tiffany & Co.

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LIFESTYLE ELECTRONICS, CAMERAS AND COMPUTERS Cameras.Electronics.Computers

by Sprint-Cass Computers & Softwares

by Sprint-Cass Digital Imaging by Sprint-Cass Lifestyle Electronics

by Sprint-Cass PERFUMES & COSMETICS Kiehl’s M.A.C. Perfumes & Cosmetics

by Nuance-Watson Perfumes & Cosmetics

by Nuance-Watson

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WATCHES DFS Watches Omega Boutique WELLNESS & BEAUTY Chair Spa by OSIM Eu Yan Sang OSIM The Ultimate Spa TranSpa Pharmacy Watsons Personal Care Store WINE, LIQUOR & TOBACCO DFS Wine & Cigars Duty Free Galleria by DFS Duty Free Galleria by DFS

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BARS Harry’s Bar O’Learys Sportsbar and Grill Sports Bar

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TASTES OF CHANGI Burger King Carlsberg Bar Chen Fu Ji Noodle House Jack’s Place Cakes & Pastries Kaveri Vegetarian Cuisine Mr Bean Subway Café Yotei

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Singapore PUBLIC AREA Visitors Center

Passenger Meeting Service Car Rental & Limousine

City Train

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Gym & Lounge

Money Changer

Rest Area

Toilets

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Movie Theatre

Shower

Transfer Counter

City Train

Immigration

Parents’ Room

Skytrain

Transit Hotel

Clinic

Information

Postal

Smoking Area

Free Internet

Lifts

Prayer Room

Spa & Lounge

TV Entertainment Lounge Unaccompanied Baggage/Left Baggage

Free Singapore Tour

Laptop Access

Public Bus Bay

Tax Refund

Vegetarian

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Meditation Room

Public Phone

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BOOKS & MAGAZINES Hot Off The Press

CONVENIENCE STORES Cheers

CHILDREN’S WEAR & TOYS Kidztime!

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FASHION & ACCESSORIES Blush!

Chomel iemon+paris Samsonite

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CANDIES, CHOCOLATES & DELICATESSEN Chocolates.Candy.Delicatessen

by King Power International Chocolates by DFS DFS Delicatessan

CANDIES, CHOCOLATES & DELICATESSEN Candy Empire CHNG Kee’s Spice of Life San Shu Gong CHILDREN’S WEAR Colettee FASHION & ACCESSORIES Helen inner labels Mini Bits Sunglass Hut LIFESTYLE House of FengShui

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MUSIC, BOOKS & MAGAZINE HARRIS Bookstore

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FAST FOOD McDonald’s

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WELLNESS & BEAUTY Harnn & Thann The Body Shop The Wellness Store

6 9 17 12 8

SERVICES Presto Drycleaners

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SOUVENIRS & GIFTS Mini Toons

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DEPARTURE HALL, LEVEL 2

FOOD & BEVERAGE

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RESTAURANTS & BISTROS Crystal Jade Shanghai Restaurant Dian Xiao Er Chinese Restaurant Earle Swensen’s Lerk Thai Sakae Teppanyaki tcc

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SPORTS Sportslink

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SUPERMARKET NTUC Fairprice

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CANDIES, CHOCOLATES & DELICATESSEN Bengawan Solo Chocolat Factory The Cocoa Trees

TELECOMMUNICATIONS M1 Shop

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WATCHES Swatch

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PERFUMES & COSMETICS Perfumes & Cosmetics

by Nuance-Watson

WELLNESS & BEAUTY Body Contours Nail & Spa Eu Yan Sang GNC

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SERVICES SATS Customer Service Ticketing Office

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FOOD & BEVERAGE

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CAFÉS Coffee Club The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf® Wang Café

FOOD & BEVERAGE BAKERY Crystal Jade My Bread

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CAFÉS Secret Recipe Ya Kun Kaya Toast

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CHILDREN’S WEAR Kidztime!

FASHION Accessories Accessorize La Perla Sunglass Hut Bags & Shoes Braun Büffel Charles & Keith Pedro

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by Nuance-Watson Perfumes & Cosmetics

by Nuance-Watson SERVICES My Foot Reflexology SOUVENIRS & GIFTS DFS Souvenirs RISIS Atelier TOP Orchids Singapore Zoo (Kiosk) SPECIALITY STORES Ferrari Store FIFA Official Store® WATCHES Gassan Watches TAG Heuer Tourbillon

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Casual Wear Fat Face Lacoste Marc O’Polo

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BARS & LOUNGES Post Bar I Singapore Straits Bar by Harry’s Bar L Tiger Champions Bar A

Oriental Madame Butterfly

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CAFÉS Hard Rock Café The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf®

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WELLNESS & BEAUTY Personal Care OSIM Pharmacy Watsons Personal Care Store WINE, LIQUOR & TOBACCO Cigars by DFS Liquor & Tobacco by DFS Liquor & Tobacco by DFS Wine by DFS

BARS & LOUNGES il Lido Wine & Tapas Lounge

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CAFÉ Gelaré Café

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RESTAURANTS & BISTROS Ajisen Classic Bistro Delifrance Imperial Treasure La Mian Xiao Long Bao Kaveri Indian Vegetarian Kim Choo’s Nonya Kitchen The Kopi-House (Opening in Feb) Lerk Thai Prima Taste

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QUICKBITES Beard Papa Sweets / Mochi Creamery Guylian Belgium Chocolate Café Mrs Fields My Tea House Reload Toast Box

BOOKS & MAGAZINES HARRIS Bookstore HARRIS Bookstore

RESTAURANT & BISTRO Bistro Senso

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Belle of the Ball She’s played Kim in Miss Saigon and Eponine and Fantine in Les Misérables, performed on Broadway and in the West End, and won a whole slew of awards, including the Olivier and Tony.

This month, Lea Salonga takes to the stage as Cinderella in the Rodgers and Hammerstein musical. We caught up with her and director Bobby Garcia and asked them about: The most interesting aspect of acting in Cinderella LS: I have a two-and-a-half year old daughter and the most wonderful part of playing Cinderella is her watching me play a fairy-tale character…and acquainting her with what I do. [It’s been really rewarding] to listen to her sing [along to] the music and get to know the characters and the names of some of the actors playing [certain] characters.

How the musical is different from the fairy tale LS: Conventionally, it’s either the grand duke or the herald who puts the slipper on Cinderella— she never leaves her house. In our story, she makes the decision to leave…[when] she realizes “my little chair doesn’t work for me anymore.

I’m not happy here, I have to get out.” There’s a bit of suspense as well—she keeps trying to leave and [the prince] keeps calling her back.

You’re hoping, “Please let it be now!” but that’s not going to happen. We’re not going to give the audience immediate satisfaction.

What airports can do to make the traveling experience better for travelers LS: I love it when I see orchids on airport counters and people smiling. There are lots that airport authorities can do to make airports more relaxing…[have] flowers and smiling people and more efficient check-in processes.

BG: Airports can be very stressful and harassing, especially now when the security is so tight. [But] you guys have one of the best airports, though.

Singapore is lovely.

LS: …and there are these foot massage things.

BG: Your airport is like a shopping mall!

The challenges of acting in this musical LS: I think a lot of the challenges for me have been physical. They have involved negotiating gowns, dancing [in three-inch heels], quick changes in the dark and a big wedding dress—it’s huge and heavy and encrusted with beads—which I had to carry in one arm while holding another person in the other. One of the actors noticed me carrying this gown and said, “God, the muscles on your left arm are getting bigger!”

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Having to travel so much BG: Especially for a director, but for actors as well, it’s a life choice; you have to be up to the traveling and the work is not always in one place. It’s in many places and you have to be open to that.

LS: Because the US economy is what it is, it’s going to be very likely that a lot of work will be outside the States.

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