Changi Magazine April 2009

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ESCAPISM Live Your Fantasy Be a secret agent, a rock star or anything you want on your next vacation

Sweet Solitude Where to go when the crowds get too much for you in Singapore

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Escapism April 2009 02 PRE-FLIGHT Tips on how to be a responsible traveler.

04 TRENDSPOTTING How to escape from reality and budget travel trends.

06 STOPOVER NATURE ESCAPES Five great spots in Singapore away from the city’s fast pace.

ON THE COVER: Cover Model: Katya S, Ave Management Art Direction: Johnny Tan Fashion Stylist: Adrian Seah Photography: Cedric Lim, Hanchew Studio Makeup & Grooming: Ginger Lynette Hair: Kenneth Ong Digital Imaging: Nazri, Hanchew Studio Outfit: Trenchcoat, Celine (not available at Airport) Leather gloves $46 from Tie Rack, Terminal 2

08 TAKE OFF TRAVEL JUNKIES Lonely Planet give us the what’s what on travel.

10 ON THE GO LIVE YOUR FANTASY Find out how you can live out your fantasy of being a secret agent or a rock star.

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16 ESCAPE IN STYLE Fashion and accessories for the chic jetsetter.

32 SPOTLIGHT Introducing Etihad Airways’ Inspired Service initiative.

34 FLY RIGHT Great shopping promos and a meeting with Red Jumpsuit Apparatus!

36 AIRPORT MAPS 20 ARRIVE: AL-HOFUF CHARM OF THE EAST Discover the wonders of this oasis in the Eastern province of Saudi Arabia.

40 30,000 FEET UNDERWATER ESCAPADES Michael Aw—marine photographer and conservationist.

26 THE CHANGI EXPERIENCE Be tempted by a myriad of international fare and shopping tips for that much needed getaway.

Special thanks to Hawker Pacific Asia Pte Ltd for use of their premises

ls EDITORIAL: Editor-in-Chief Greg Duncan - Regional Executive Creative Director Greg Crandall - Managing Editor Elaine Meyers - Creative Director Johnny Tan - Editor Caroline Chan Jordan

Sub Editor Ng Wei Chian - Senior Writer Lisa-Ann Lee - Art Director Lien Vandeweghe - Graphic Designer Nancy Ide - Production Manager Tan Choon May - Business Development Director Fern Chua Business Development Executive Lina Teo - Fashion Stylist Esther Quek - Photography Edwin Tan from Lumina - Advertising Representative Bernadine Reddy, Media Director, Spafax Singapore Tel: (65) 6536 1146, bernie@spafax.com. If you have any queries on facilities, shops and services at the airport, log on to www.changiairport.com or call (65) 6542-1122.

E-mail changiclass@asia-city.com.sg if you have comments on Changi Class or would like to join us as a contributor.

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RESPONSIBLE TRAVELER There's a lot you can do to counterbalance the environmental effects of traveling.

WATCH THOSE CARBON FOOTPRINTS Try traveling the most direct route, this saves time, money and reduces unnecessary pollution. Ways to lower your carbon emissions include riding a bicycle or using public transport just as the locals do. If it's a short distance, go green and go on foot. Anxious to see how much impact your travels have on the environment? Visit www.carbonfootprint.com/calculator.aspx to find out.

DINE WELL BUT ETHICALLY

RESPECT THE LOCAL ENVIRONMENT

It may seem like a good opportunity to feast on the region's culinary delicacies on the cheap, but that doesn't mean you should throw your ethics to the wind. You might yearn for sharks' fin and foie gras, but while you pamper your taste buds, sharks are being hunted for their fins and cruelly thrown back into the sea to die, and geese are being force fed to the point of obesity and disease.

Do not take away ancient artifacts intrinsic to your host country's cultural and historical identity; neither should you take home products made from endangered animal species or rare plants. When visiting nature parks, remember to respect the local wildlife by remaining a good distance away, and take all your rubbish away with you. In other words, make your footprints the only things you leave behind.

MAKE MORE TRAVEL PLANS The upside of travel is that tourism has, throughout history, been the biggest contributing factor behind the shift of wealth from rich to poor. Your plans to holiday abroad have a long-term impact that may help to bring on a decrease in global income disparity. The most important thing, however, is to be a responsible traveler, and to pass on these values to your children so they can be the next generation of guardians for the earth and its people.

CONSERVE PRECIOUS WATER If you are traveling to a less developed country, try to use water sparingly. In many such countries, clean water is an extremely precious commodity that remains a luxury for many of the locals. So use only what you need and save some for the local community.

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ESCAPE FROM REALITY FIND YOUR INNER JEDI KNIGHT Ever wondered what it would be like to be a Jedi Knight? The next time you’re in New York, be sure to check out New York Jedi (www. newyorkjedi.com). Started four years ago by a fan known only as Master Flynn, it stages performances at events like New York’s ComicCon and Anime Festival. It also conducts classes on the art of light-saber stage combat (and yes, you get to dress up and wield your very own light saber).

Sounds too geeky for words? Maybe, but fans—and they include non-Star Wars aficionados—don’t care. All they’re looking for is a good time (and a good workout). Classes have been so popular that New York Jedi has also spawned Los Angeles and Philadelphia chapters. Sheer escapism? Yes, but how many things are as cool as going mano-a-mano with a light saber?

ONLINE GAMES: THE NEW OPIATE OF THE MASSES?

ESCAPE FROM STRESS Everybody deals with stress differently. Some people go to the gym, others see a therapist and then there are those who break things. Over in San Diego, entrepreneur Sarah Lavely got the idea to open Sarah's Smash Shack (www.smashshack.com) during her divorce. "I broke a lot of stuff on my driveway [and] I wished there was some place I could go and just do that," she revealed in a recent interview. The shop, which opened in August last year, has been seeing a steady increase in customers, no doubt due to the current state of the economy.

Open the papers and chances are there’s not a day that goes by that we don’t read about the shrinking global economy.

However, while times may be gloomy in the world of finance, for others, notably the online game and movie industries, there may yet be a light at the end of the tunnel.

According to a report published by leading trend forecaster Gerald Celente last month, young people will continue to party and distract themselves any way they can from the dreary reality of the economic climate. Analysts say that one of the most popular forms of recession escapism will come in the form of online games like World of Warcraft and the Lineage series, as they don’t cost a lot and those who have lost their jobs now have more time to play.

Little wonder then that online-game companies such as China’s Perfect World and South Korea’s NCsoft are muscling in on the market, hoping that their elaborately-crafted fantasy role-playing games will provide an avenue of escape during these dark times.

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HAVE FREE LODGING, WILL TRAVEL

TRAVEL BEATS >>>>

Skip the hotels and live like a local.

How low can airfares go?

WWOOFing If you’ve ever thought of leaving the rat race to live more authentically, then maybe WWOOFing is for you. World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms (WWOOF) is an international non-profit organization that gives city slickers a chance to work on organic farms and smallholdings.

Be prepared to work hard in exchange for food and lodging; tasks vary from place to place and can involve everything from helping with the harvest to weeding. Visit www.wwoof.org for more information.

House-sitting Don’t want to pay hefty prices for a hotel room? Then perhaps you should consider housesitting. As its name suggests, this entails helping homeowners look after their property in return for a roof over your head. Duties may include taking care of pets, tending the garden and keeping the house clean. Interested? Check out MindMyHouse (www.mindmyhouse.com) and The Caretaker Gazette (www.caretaker.org) for more information.

Couch-surfing

Say what you want about the recession, but with airlines and hotels slashing their fares and rates to entice holidaymakers, there’s never been a better time to travel. Heating up the price war is Jetstar Asia and its “Price Beat Guarantee” promotion. From now till August 16, if you find a published online fare that is cheaper than the lowest available fare at Jetstar. com, let them know and they’ll beat the price by 10 percent. The offer is valid for flights departing from Singapore. Visit www.jetstar.com for more information.

Unemployment Benefits Just gotten the pink slip? Rabbit Hill Inn owners Leslie and Brian Mulcahy know what it feels like to be made redundant during a downturn and that’s why they’ve launched the Pink Slip Getaway Giveaway. If you’re a US resident and you’ve been unemployed for more than six months, write in and tell them about it by June 1 and who knows? You could be one of six lucky couples to win a getaway package, comprising a two-night stay, a candlelight dinner and a lucky rabbit’s foot. Terms and conditions apply. Visit www.rabbithillinn.com for more information.

Forget guide books. If you really want to know how the locals live, then why not crash on someone’s couch (or spare bed) for a couple of days? More than just a free accommodation ticket, CouchSurfing (www. couchsurfing.com) is a worldwide network that aims to bring travelers and local communities together. You can read reviews posted by other couch-surfers on the website before deciding where to crash.

THE REAL DEAL >>>> AIRLINE BARGAINS

HOTEL DEALS

United Airlines is now having a spring sale on United States-Europe airfares. One-way fares (based on a return trip) to selected destinations start from US$170 (S$260). Advance booking is required. Other terms and conditions apply. Visit www.united.com for more information.

Save when you book and pay for your room 21 days in advance at JW Marriott Medan in Indonesia. Rates start from US$69 (S$105) and are valid on public holidays too. Terms and conditions apply. Visit www.marriott.com for more information.

Get a free one-night hotel stay in Singapore when you book an SIA Holidays or SilkAir Holidays package. Other perks include free airport transfers, discounted entry to popular attractions, F&B discounts at designated hotels and unlimited free rides on the Singapore Airlines Hop-On Bus. Terms and conditions apply. Visit www.sia-holidays.com or www.tradewinds.com.sg for more information.

The newly-opened Outrigger Serenity Terraces Resort in Phuket is offering a special package for honeymooners. Enjoy a two-night stay in a Serenity Room, guaranteed upgrade to a Serenity Sea View Suite, daily breakfasts, a complimentary 24-hour butler service and more when you book the Honeymoon Celebration package. Visit www.outrigger.com for more information.

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Nature Escapes Five great spots in Singapore that offer an alternative to the city’s fast pace. Text by Cindy Tong Bukit Timah Nature Research Visitor Centre

Henderson Waves

Singapore isn't all about shopping malls and busy streets—if you know where to look. This month, Changi Class explores this sunny island set in the sea to bring you the scoop on the best spots for a tropical escape.

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BUKIT TIMAH NATURE RESERVE

SOUTHERN RIDGES

Admission: Free Opening hours: 8:30am — 6:30pm daily You’ll find a greater variety of plants and trees in this nature reserve than in all of North America. This 164-hectare primary rainforest is home to exotic flora and fauna such as flying lemurs and insect-eating pitcher plants. The park is also where you can get a glimpse of Singapore's history: It’s home to Bukit Timah Hill, Singapore’s highest point at 164 meters above sea level, and the site of a Japanese shrine built during the Japanese Occupation. There are also two war memorials, one dedicated to the Japanese war dead, and the other to the British troops who gave their lives defending Singapore. There is one main trail that starts from the foot of the hill and leads all the way up to the summit. It’s steep but well-paved, allowing for a relaxing hike, especially in the early mornings when the air is still cool. Hardcore nature enthusiasts, however, may prefer to venture onto the numerous other trails that snake deeper into the park.

Admission: Free Opening hours: 24 hrs Stretching for a distance of nine kilometers, the Southern Ridges is home to wide expanses of green parks and gentle rolling hills. Starting from Mount Faber Park and running through Telok Blangah Hill Park and Kent Ridge Park before ending at West Coast Park, the Southern Ridges offer some of the best views of the city, the harbor and the Southern Islands. The four parks that make up the Southern Ridges are connected via a variety of walkways.

Henderson Waves links Mount Faber Park to Telok Blangah Hill Park and, at 36 meters above the ground, is Singapore’s highest pedestrian bridge. The Canopy Walk meanders through Kent Ridge Park and lets you take a peaceful walk through secondary rainforest rich with tembusu groves and wildlife, including sunbirds and white-crested laughing thrushes.

There are many other nature trails along the way, and to complete all of them would probably take you a day or more.

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ST JOHN’S ISLAND Admission: Free Opening hours: 24 hrs Formerly home to a quarantine station for lepers, a penal settlement and a drugrehabilitation center, this 40.5-hectare island has since been transformed into an idyllic getaway with quiet beaches, blue lagoons, and pretty picnic grounds. Accessible from the mainland via ferry (return tickets at $15 for adults; $12 for children) from Marina South Pier, the island is one of the best-kept secrets in Singapore, even among the locals.

For overnight stays, you can rent holiday bungalows large enough to accommodate 10, or rough it out camping by the beach. Avid scuba-divers, however, will tell you that the island’s most valuable resources lie in its surrounding deep waters. Here, you’ll find a myriad of marine creatures, including brain corals, cauliflower corals and mushroom corals. There are also a variety of sponges, sea squirts and feather-duster worms. If you're an amateur angler, the bounty of reef fishes such as groupers and snappers ensure that you won’t go home empty-handed.

CHEK JAWA WETLANDS Admission: Free Opening hours: 8:30am — 6pm The uniqueness of Chek Jawa lies in the remarkable biodiversity contained within its small area. You’ll find fiddler crabs and mudskippers in the mangroves, sea stars and fierce shell-drilling snails on the rocky shore,

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migratory shorebirds that fly in from Siberia at the sandy shore and sandbar, sea hares, squids and anemones in the seagrass lagoon and octopuses and sea sponges in the coastal rubble area.

In 2007, a 1.1-kilometer boardwalk was erected at the sanctuary to allow wildlife viewing without damaging the delicate nature of its ecosystems. There is also a 20-meter viewing Jejawi Tower that provides a panoramic view of the surroundings and a visitor center where you can get more information. Chek Jawa is located on Pulau Ubin, one of Singapore’s many outlying islands.

You can reach the island by bumboat from the ferry terminal at Changi Point. Tickets are $2.50 a person, but you’ll have to wait for 12 passengers to gather before the boat leaves.

An alternative is to pay $30 and the boat will depart straight away. Upon reaching Pulau Ubin, you can rent a bicycle and ride to Chek Jawa.

Viewing from Jejawi Tower

KRANJI FARMS Admission: Free Opening hours: 9am — 4.30pm You may be surprised to know that farms still exist in Singapore. The island’s northwestern corner is home to Singapore farmers who cultivate local produce such as eggs, fish, milk, fruit, vegetables and ornamental plants. At Bollywood Veggies, you can tour the farm before proceeding to Poison Ivy Bistro for a homecooked meal starring fresh vegetables from the garden, whipped up by farmer Ivy Singh-Lim herself.

At Hay Dairies, you can join educational farm tours and watch as farmers milk their goats.

Your average taxi driver might not be entirely familiar with Kranji Countryside, but there are shuttle buses from Kranji MRT station that leave for the farms every one-and-a-half hours. A round trip costs $2.

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Travel Junkies Lonely Planet founders Tony and Maureen Wheeler, and Global Travel Editor Tom Hall talk shop.

last thing they want is for tourists to think their country is potentially unsafe. People have to interpret travel advisories. They have to think about what the government is saying, that the government has to be extra careful, and what their own attitude is.

MW: If you go on our website to the Thorn Tree Travel Forum and ask if somewhere is safe you will get answers from people who were there last week or may even still be there now.

Text by Aimee Chan and Caroline Chan Jordan

TW: And they’re the ones who have often got the best information. There’s a lot more feeling from on the street than anywhere else.

Photos: Lonely Planet

How have today's travelers changed compared to 10 years ago?

TH: Travelers are still looking for the same thing: adventure, fun and to make new friends from all over the world. If along the way they get into a few scrapes then that gives them something to Twitter their mates about!

However, there are more of them, from more countries, backgrounds and age groups, all grabbing their chance to see the world. They're far more aware of the ethics of their trip and are using technology more than ever before. In some ways, where they travel to is changing: Thailand was an emerging destination a decade ago, and only the very intrepid went to Cambodia or Laos.

In 1973, Tony and Maureen Wheeler published their first Lonely Planet publication, a guidebook called Across Asia on the Cheap.

Today their guidebooks are amongst the most respected in the industry and a mention in a Lonely Planet guidebook is hotly coveted by restaurateurs and hoteliers round the world.

We get their thoughts on what they know and do best—travel.

traveling among different people and cultures that you take it seriously and try and learn something, not just whiz through India on a bike without stopping to understand what a Hindu temple has to offer. You should at least make some effort. I guess guidebooks, what’s on the web, and circulating information is critical to finding out about what’s going on.

What are the responsibilities that come with travel?

MW: Sometimes you want to just go and veg out by the pool and not go very far or learn very much at all. Maybe the next time you go on a trip you do want to do a different kind of travel. What I hope is that if you are

What kinds of travel advice should we be seeking?

TW: I can understand that governments [through travel advisories] need to warn people of potential danger in case something happens. On the other hand, so many countries hate these warnings because the

Has your target audience changed? If so, in what way and why?

TH: Lonely Planet is for everyone who travels, and where once our books were seen as the preserve of very adventurous intrepid travelers, today you're as likely to see a Lonely Planet guide used in a European city as you would on a jungle trek in Vietnam.

People who used our books 20 years ago have got older and their tastes have

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changed, while new audiences continue to find guidebooks useful. Our website and mobile products attract both new audiences and talk to existing ones in new ways—as technology evolves and travel patterns evolve, guidebooks evolve with them.

What are the responsibilities of writing for Lonely Planet?

TH: People listen to Lonely Planet and trust our writers to understand what might be difficult about a trip and remove those obstacles. That means you need to be accurate, impartial and willing to be honest about something you're reviewing.

The other responsibility is to the people and places you're writing about. If something gets included in a Lonely Planet guidebook to a popular place it can mean lots of people will come and visit. You've got to be able to judge the possible impact of that. But a guidebook is just that: a guide. Anyone who travels with one should know when to leave it in the hotel and just go get lost.

What’s it like to be a Lonely Planet guidebook writer?

TW: It’s superficially a very glamorous occupation. You run around the world and you go here and you go there but it’s really hard work. I don’t think people realize how hard it is until you do it. It can be tedious because there’s lot of detailed work such as figuring out maps and getting timetables.

We make amazing demands on our writers, but most love doing it.

MW: It’s a job where it’s hard to keep up relationships and feel settled. Some people are just incredibly well suited to it and they do it brilliantly. They can do it for years because they learn how to balance other parts of their lives. Some young people come in, they do it for five years, and then they must go on to something else.

What are your thoughts on Singapore Changi Airport?

TH: I live in London so have a lot of experience of bad airports—so I love visiting a good one and Changi is the best.

Changi is the world’s only destination airport—it’s like a mini-city in itself and I always look forward to passing through it.

The effort it undertakes to make transiting a pleasant experience is hugely appreciated by those who use it and explains its popularity. But Changi’s best asset is that it is the gateway to Singapore. You know that just outside the door is a great city waiting to be explored.

What does the future hold for Lonely Planet?

TH: The web and mobile are going to play a big part in the future of travel guides, as at some point there's going to be an iPod for books which will change everything quickly.

But we sell a lot of books and will continue to—so the start is to make sure we publish the best books for every sort of trip and then that you give people the information they want, when they want it, in the format of their choosing.

PERSONAL BEAT >>>> A beat-up old car, a few dollars in the pocket, and a sense of adventure.

That’s all Tony and Maureen Wheeler needed for the trip of a lifetime.

They met on a park bench in Regent’s Park (London) and married a year later. For their honeymoon, they decided to attempt what few people thought possible—crossing Europe and Asia overland, all the way to Australia. It took them several months and all the money they could earn, beg or borrow, but they made it.

And at the end of it all, they were flat broke… and couldn’t have been happier.

It was too amazing an experience to keep to themselves. Urged on by their friends, they stayed up nights at their kitchen table writing, typing and stapling together their very first travel guide, Across Asia on the Cheap.

Within a week they’d sold 1,500 copies and Lonely Planet was born. Two years later, their second journey led to South-East Asia on a shoestring, which led to books on Nepal, Australia, Africa, and India, which led to… you get the picture.

Tom Hall London-based Tom Hall is Lonely Planet's Global Travel Editor, a job which requires up-to-date knowledge of pretty much everywhere in the world. He writes the weekly "Ask Tom" feature in The Observer newspaper's travel section, as well as contributing to a host of other magazines in the UK and Europe. Tom is also a regular commentator on travel news and events in the media, including the BBC, CNN and Sky News.

The Wheelers at the 17,769 foot summit of Thorung-La Pass, Nepal

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BE A COWBOY Remember the Lone Ranger and his trusty sidekick, Tonto? How about Clint Eastwood as the Man with No Name? Now, how about taking a stab at being a frontiersman?

Where do I sign up? Let’s face it you can’t talk about cowboys without mentioning the Wild West. No other town is prouder of their cowboys than Bandera, a little Texan town

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that prides itself as the cowboy capital of the world. At the Dixie Dude Ranch (www. dixieduderanch.com), which has been around since 1901, aspiring cowboys can explore the Texas Hill Country on horseback and be serenaded by cowboy balladeers as you spend a night under the stars. Rates start from US$125 (S$192) per person (excluding accommodation) for the overnight trail ride.

If you were bowled over by Hugh Jackman’s performance in the movie Australia and fancy getting in touch with your inner cowboy (or girl) Down Under, Jackaroo Jillaroo Australia (www.jjoz. com.au) offers five- and 12-day programs that will see you riding horses, shearing, drafting and counting sheep, working with cattle and learning how to build fences, among other things. Rates start from AU$580 (S$635) for a five-day program.

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BE A ROCK STAR So, who hasn’t dreamt about being a rock star? If you spent your teenage years giving interviews to imaginary journos in the bathroom, only to give up your dreams of rocking the free world because you had to get a “proper” job, don’t despair! There’s still hope yet.

Where do I sign up? Hollywood- and Londonbased Rock ’n’ Roll Fantasy Camp (www.rockcamp.com) offers aspiring musos the opportunity to jam with pros at a five12

day camp. You’re probably thinking, "How do I know this isn’t something cooked up by a washed-out has-been to rake in the dough?"

According to former participants, the camp is intense and you’ll definitely be doing more than larking about with groupies. A lot of your time (at least eight hours a day) will be spent making music under the guidance of your camp counselors.

Given that you’ll be playing in front of a live audience in the company of legends like

The Who’s Roger Daltrey, you’re going to want to make sure you don’t screw up. Apart from playing a live concert, you’ll also get to record your own CD at world-famous studios like Capitol Studios and Abbey Road Studios.

So if the sound of rocking with Aerosmith’s Steven Tyler, Toto’s Steve Lukather and a whole lot of other rock musicians sounds like your idea of fun, you know where to go. Rates for the Hollywood Camp Package are US$7,999 (S$13,300) per person and US$12,999 (S$21,600) per person for the London Package.

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BE A FIGHTER PILOT Didn’t get grades good enough to qualify for the air force? Don’t have perfect eyesight? Or maybe you can’t stand the thought of lazing about on the beach when you’re on holiday. Well, buckle up and get ready for an adventure.

Where do I sign up? These days, companies such as Incredible Adventures (www.incredibleadventures.com), Fighter Combat International (www.fightercombat.com) and Barnstorming (www.barnstorming.com) offer travel experiences that let civilians live out their Top Gun fantasies for a day. Adventure junkies can choose from a variety of adventures, from performing aerial acrobatics to taking part in a dogfight (air combat in civilian-speak).

If you’re an adrenaline junkie, the latter will really leave you breathless, both figuratively and literally speaking, as you battle G-forces and try to outfox your enemy. You’ll be coached by professional fighter pilots and taught how to perform all kinds of aerobatic maneuvers and flight sequences, after which you’ll be let loose in the skies to engage with the “enemy.”

Think about it, how many people in your office can boast about having zipped through the skies in an SIAI-Marchetti SF-260 fighter aircraft performing loops, rolls, tail slides and hammerheads? Visit websites for more details.

Live Your Fantasy Photo: Getty Images

What did you want to be as a kid? A cowboy? A secret agent?

Maybe a rock star? Well, now you can. Text by Lisa-Ann Lee

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BE A SECRET AGENT

BE AN ARCHAEOLOGIST

Chasing baddies across continents, speaking in code, infiltrating the enemy’s ranks... Admit it. That's a lot more exciting than crunching numbers in your office. But wait, you say, don’t you need years of training and to be able to speak five different languages to become an MI6 or CIA agent? Not necessarily.

Imagine discovering an ancient relic that’s been lost for millennia under layers of sand.

Good news is you don’t need to go through the perils of Indiana Jones to go hunting for buried treasure. Just join an archaeological dig.

Now, if you’d much rather be in Her Majesty’s Secret Service, Munich-based adventure travel

agency MYDAYS (www.mydays.de) offers you a chance to be James Bond with its Agentenfieber (Agent Fever) experience. Taking place over three days on the Baltic coast, your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to find and destroy a weapon of certain doom before it is used to take over the world. And according to Claudia Mühlbauer, PR manager of MYDAYS, be prepared for the unexpected: “You have to beware of your opponents, you don’t know who is good or bad and you never really know what is going to happen next. You might be put in jail; you might be part of a pursuit.

You don’t even know where you’ll spend the night.” Rates are €739 (S$1,590) per person.

The work is not exactly glamorous—expect to spend at least eight hours a day (a typical day starts at 6.30am), five days a week, digging and sifting through sand. But it’s a great opportunity for the uncommon tourist to dig deep into a country’s history and discover a world that people on tour buses rarely see.

Sure it’s hard work, but you might just unearth an ancient artifact like Gap Year for Grown Ups volunteer Nadine Ross, who discovered a hoard of ancient Roman coins over 1,300 years old in a Jerusalem car park. Rates start from £1,149 (S$2,670) per person.

To find out more about archaeological projects located closer to where you live, check out Archaeological Digs (www.archaeologydigs. blogspot.com) and non-profit institution Earthwatch Institute (www.earthwatch.org).

Photo: Gap Year for Grown Ups

Where do I sign up? Luxury lifestyle group Quintessentially Escape (www. quintessentiallyescape.com) lets you have a taste of what it’s like to be a secret agent with its Quintessentially Bourne package.

The itinerary, as might be expected, reads like a page straight out of a Robert Ludlum novel. Your mission begins with the delivery of a suitcase to your address in London, followed by a two-day stint comprising spy and weapons training with real-life operational agents. Top it off with a chase that will take you from London to Morocco. E-mail enquiries@quintessentiallyescape.com for rates.

Where do I sign up? It depends on what your interests are, obviously. There are plenty of archaeological projects around the world that accept volunteers with little or no experience.

One of the most popular excavation sites in the world is Israel, which is noted for its historical and religious significance. British travel company Gap Year for Grown Ups (www. gapyearforgrownups.co.uk) gives travelers the opportunity to spend four weeks or more as part of a bona fide archaeological team in the Mount Scopus area of Jerusalem.

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Trenchcoat, shirt and pants, Burberry Prorsum (not available in airport) Leather gloves, Tie Rack, $60, Terminal 2

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*All items, if available at Changi Airport Transit Malls, are stated accordingly. Prices are in SGD and exlude GST.

Blazer and pants, Hugo Boss, (not available in airport) Scarf, Etro; White tank top, stylist's own Leather gloves, Tie Rack, $60, Terminal 2 Prada sunglasses, Sunglass Hut, $457.94, Terminals 1, 2, 3 and Terminal 3 (public) Trunk suitcase, Prada, (not available in airport) Benin weekend tote bag, Hugo Boss at Luxury Fashion, $1700, Terminals 1, 2, 3, and Terminal 3 (public)

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Concept and art direction Johnny Tan • Fashion Stylist Adrian Seah, assisted by Joana Christabel Lim and Joanne Stacey Tan • Photography Cedric Lim, Hanchew Studios, assisted by Hendra Kasim and Justin Yeo • Makeup & Grooming Ginger Lynette (using MAC Cosmetics) • Hair Kenneth Ong • Digital Imaging Nazri, Hanchew Studios • Models Katya S, Ave Management, Feliph, Upfront Models Location Hawker Pacific Asia Pte Ltd, Seletar Air Base

STRIKING CONTRASTS

Navy striped blazer and shirt, Etro Pants, Burberry Prorsum (not available at airport) Tom Ford sunglasses, Sunglass Hut, $668.22, Terminals 1, 2, 3 and Terminal 3 (public) Dress, Tie Moschino Cheap & Chic;2,Earrings Leather gloves, Rack, $60, Terminals 3 and Terminal 3 $43.74, (public)Necklace $74.58, and rings $128 Denni, Terminal Enamel Weekend bageach and from luggage, Tumi, $1,4202;and $1,770 bangles 1$17.75 respectively, Terminals and 2each from Madame Butterfly, Terminal 3; Heels $43.83, Charles & Keith, Terminals 2 and 3

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Trenchcoat, shirt, pants and bow tie, Hugo Boss (not available at airport) D&G sunglasses, Sunglass Hut, $570.09, Terminals 1, 2, 3 and Terminal 3 (public) Tote bag, Prada, $2,910, Terminal 2

WISH YOU WERE HERE

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CHARM OF THE EAST Swaying date palms, shimmering oases and imposing Ottoman monuments make up the landscape of Saudi Arabia’s Eastern Province.

Photo: Khalid Al-Issa

Text by Teo Chin Leong Senior Manager, Business and Route Development, Changi Airports International

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Khobar, Dammam's twin city

Al-Hasa is one of the largest oases in Saudi Arabia. Its name is loosely translated as “soup,” and derives from the numerous streams that flow through the region.

The Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia is most well known for its booming petroleum industry.

The largest province of Saudi Arabia, it has a land area of 710,000 sq km, which means it is roughly the size of France, but with a population of about four million compared to France’s 61.5 million.

It is home to the kingdom’s main oilfields and the headquarters of Saudi Aramco, Saudi Arabia’s state-owned oil-producing company.

However, the Eastern Province isn’t all about oilfields and pipelines.

A historic crossroads of civilizations, the region was an outpost for the Portuguese and Ottoman Empires. The latter, especially, left their mark. They first occupied the province between the 16th and 17th centuries, and ruled directly from 1871 to 1913. Traditional architecture here is a remarkable blend of traditional Gulf styles with strong Turkish accents.

Lush oases also provide respite in the midst of the arid desert landscape, and the Eastern Province is famed for its dates, which grow on the swaying palms which edge these havens of tranquility.

of Laila and Majnoon, the star-crossed pair in the classical Arabian love story The Madman and Laila. Biblical character the Queen of Sheba is also said to have visited Al-Hofuf during her reign.

DATE PLANTATIONS Al-Hasa is one of the largest oases in Saudi Arabia. Its name is loosely translated as “soup,” and derives from the numerous streams that flow through the region. A wellestablished system of aquifers, springs, wells and 160 km of irrigation channels and drainage ditches enabled Al-Hasa to become one of the

AL-HOFUF: A CITY IN AN OASIS The Eastern Province has several world-class attractions, which make for good day trips for both residents and tourists alike. One of these gems is the oasis area of Al-Hasa. In the midst of this oasis is the city of Al-Hofuf, a major cultural center in Saudi Arabia, with a population of about 300,000.

Until 1953, Al-Hofuf was the capital of the Eastern Province. Given its fabled past under the rule of the Ottomans, one can still find splendid architectural evidence of this bygone era in various parts of the old city.

There are a great number of picturesque villages scattered throughout the greater Al-Hasa area, and a drive through the lush rural greenery is a relaxing way to spend a lazy weekend afternoon.

Legend has it that this is the burial place

largest date-producing areas in the world.

There are over three million date palms producing over half-a-million metric tons of dates a year. Until about a century ago, most of the dates found in Europe originated from Al-Hasa.

The verdant landscape here is also a change from the relentless hustle and bustle of the city, and weekends see urbanites and tourists make their way here to enjoy the scenery and quiet.

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A peaceful and remote area west of Dammam

KING FAHD INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT Al-Hofuf is easily accessible from King Fahd International Airport (KFIA) in Dammam, the capital of the Eastern Province.

KFIA is the gateway to the Eastern Province. Strategically located with a catchment population of four million, the airport’s passenger and cargo throughput grew at an annual compounded rate of 8.7% and 9.8% over the past five years, reaching 4.7 million passengers and 78,703 metric tons of cargo last year.

KFIA was named Best Emerging Airport in the Middle East in 2006 at the Middle East Logistics Awards, and received the Highly Commended Certificate Award for marketing

by OAG (Official Airline Guide) in 2007.

consultations, commercial and route developments, administrative systems, airport development, strategic planning and human capital development.

CAI is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore and is an international airport investor, operator and joint-venture partner.

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Bird's eye view of King Fahd International Airport

On November 18 last year, the General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) of Saudi Arabia signed a S$65-million contract with Changi Airports International (CAI), engaging the latter to provide six years of management services at KFIA. Under the terms of this contract, an experienced team of six CAI personnel are stationed at KFIA to improve various aspects of airport operations, such as passenger and cargo terminal operations, safety, security, airport emergency services, regulatory 22

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CHANGI AIRPORTS INTERNATIONAL AND KFIA

TRUNG NGUYEN Terminal 1 Next time you need a coffee fix with a difference, head over to Trung Nguyen and relax in this modern Vietnamese inspired open-concept café—showcasing Vietnam’s coffee-drinking culture with its personal filters and robusta coffee.

BREK RISTORANTE

Sakae Sushi

Terminal 2 Brek Ristorante is an authentic Italian bistro offering a range of freshly baked pizzas, pastas and other Italian delights. Diners can enjoy the “free flow dining” concept and watch their food being prepared in front of them.

Terminals 1, 2 and Terminal 2 (public) At Sakae Sushi you can enjoy fresh air flown sashimi at affordable prices plus a wide selection of sushi and other perennial Japanese favorites. Diners new to the restaurant in Terminal 2 Public Area will be introduced to the revolutionary concept of conveyor belt dining.

MY TEA HOUSE Terminal 3 My Tea House serves up tasty à la minute Hong Kong dim sum, snacks, desserts and Chinese tea. With over 30 years of experience in the Hong Kong dim sum industry and specialization in roasted items, visitors to My Tea House can expect excellent Hong Kong fare at affordable prices.

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Qasr Ibrahim Fort Located within Al-Hofuf, the Qasr Ibrahim Fort was built in the 16th century by the Ottomans, and played a significant role in the history of the Eastern Province. In the middle of this impressive fortification sits a traditional domed mosque. However, time has not stood still for this monument, which has been renovated and expanded extensively over years.

Photo: Walter Callens

AL-HOFUF MUST-SEES Qasr Ibrahim Fort in the early evening sun

Jabal Qara Caves A distance away from Al-Hofuf are the limestone caves at Jabal Qara. These are called Ghar AlHarshshab, or “Caves of the Arrow-Maker.”

These incredible structures are natural edifices carved by years of erosion acting on limestone, which has resulted in an otherworldly, multi-hued landscape of varied shapes.

Some of them include hills with almost-vertical slopes and plateau-like peaks, deep ravines only as wide as aQasr man andFortcaverns with open roofs that let sunlight filter through.

Ibrahim There is also an extensive labyrinth of caves and tunnels which are well-equipped with handrails, clear signs and evenly-spaced steps. Tourists of all ages should find it a breeze to navigate.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION WHERE TO STAY Al Hamra Golden Tulip Hotel Dammam King Khaled Street, Dammam 31431 Tel: + 966 3 833 3444 www.goldentulip.com Al Hamra Golden Tulip Hotel is ideally located in the heart of Dammam city, only 20 minutes away from King Fahd International Airport.

Sheraton Dammam Hotel & Towers 1st Street, P.O. Box 5397, Dammam 31422 Tel: + 966 3 834 5555 www.starwoodhotels.com/sheraton/property/ overview/index.html?propertyID=1186 This five-star deluxe hotel is just minutes away from shopping facilities, Aramco, and industrial areas— a great choice for both business and leisure travelers alike.

Al Ahsa Intercontinental Hotel Al Malik Khalid Street, Al-Hofuf Tel: + 966 3 584 0000 www.ichotelsgroup.com/intercontinental/ en/gb/locations/overview/alahsa Al Ahsa InterContinental has a view of the world’s largest palm oasis. It is a short drive from sites such as the Juwana Mosque, Qaser Ibrahim, the old Kaisariah Market, Qara Mountain and Al-Ahsa National Museum.

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Dammam Palace Hotel P.O. Box 1591, Dammam 31441 Tel: +966 3 805 6060 www.dammampalacehotel.com Located in the heart of the city, the hotel’s rooftop restaurants enjoy a spectacular view of Dammam city.

VISAS All seeking to visit the Kingdom must obtain the appropriate entry visas. For more information, contact your nearest Saudi Arabian Royal Embassy or Consulate.

WHEN TO GO The best time to visit Saudi Arabia is between November and February. From mid-April until October, average daily temperatures regularly top 40°C, with high humidity in the coastal regions to boot. In winter (December to January), temperatures in the main cities (except Jeddah) will drop into the teens during the day and even hit zero in some places overnight.

GETTING AROUND Al-Hofuf is connected to Riyadh and Dammam by rail and road. The main Riyadh-Dammam railway line links Dhahran, Abqaiq, Hofuf, Harad and Al Kharj. An additional line links Riyadh with Al-Hofuf.

GET CONNECTED >>>> There are currently no direct services between Singapore and Dammam. Therefore, it is best for travelers to connect via one of the Middle East hubs: Singapore – Doha Singapore – Dubai

Qatar Airways Singapore Airlines Emirates

Singapore – Abu Dhabi

Etihad Airways

Singapore – Riyadh and Jeddah

Singapore Airlines Saudi Arabian Airlines

For more comprehensive information, visit the following websites: Singapore Airlines www.singaporeairlines.com Saudi Arabian Airlines www.saudiairlines.com Qatar Airways www.qatarairways.com Emirates http://emirates.com Etihad Airways www.etihadairways.com

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Flavors of the World Explore the fantastic choice of international cuisine offered at Changi Airport.

MILLIE’S COOKIES Terminal 2 An American-styled cookie brand, Millie’s Cookies’ uniqueness is its range of delicious freshly baked cookies and muffins. A wide range of high quality coffee, smoothies and soft drinks are also available to fully complete the sweet sensation!

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TRUNG NGUYEN Terminal 1 Next time you need a coffee fix with a difference, head over to Trung Nguyen and relax in this modern Vietnamese inspired open-concept café—showcasing Vietnam’s coffee-drinking culture with its personal filters and robusta coffee.

BREK RISTORANTE

Sakae Sushi

Terminal 2 Brek Ristorante is an authentic Italian bistro offering a range of freshly baked pizzas, pastas and other Italian delights. Diners can enjoy the “free flow dining” concept and watch their food being prepared in front of them.

Terminals 1, 2 and Terminal 2 (public) At Sakae Sushi you can enjoy fresh air flown sashimi at affordable prices plus a wide selection of sushi and other perennial Japanese favorites. Diners new to the restaurant in Terminal 2 Public Area will be introduced to the revolutionary concept of conveyor belt dining.

MY TEA HOUSE Terminal 3 My Tea House serves up tasty à la minute Hong Kong dim sum, snacks, desserts and Chinese tea. With over 30 years of experience in the Hong Kong dim sum industry and specialization in roasted items, visitors to My Tea House can expect excellent Hong Kong fare at affordable prices.

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10 1 Give your feet some TLC. Seagrass Sequins

Flip Flops, $26.07, Accessorize, T3 2 Channel your inner Jackie O. D&G Shades,

$317.76, Sunglass Hut, T1, T2, T3 and T3 (public)

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Elizabeth Gilbert, $16.95, HARRIS Bookstore, T3 (public & transit) 4 Always wanted to write a novel? Start now. Paperluxe notepad,

$14.12, Times NewsLink, T1 and T2 (public & transit) 5 Shield your head from the sun. Straw Hat, $41.03,

Fat Face, T3 6 Go from stiff corporate to relaxed casual. Blouse, $65.33 and

Denim Shorts, $74.67, Esprit, T2

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cosmetic set, $41.60, from Perfumes & Cosmetics by Nuance-Watson, T3 8 Turn up the heat with a spritz of va-va voom. Glamour by

Moschino, $59.90, Perfume & Cosmetics by Nuance-Watson, T1, T2 and T3 9 Travel light. Sahora Bright Suitcase (available in red and black),

$1,429.91, Samsonite, T2 and T3 (transit) and 3-Top Level 3, T3 (public)

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1050 SW digital camera is every traveler's best friend, $465, Digital Lifestyle by Dufry, T3 11 Pretty in pink and oh so chic! Long Clutch Wallet, $650,

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guides, $40.50, HARRIS Bookstore, T3 (public & transit)

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Sport Watch, $4,130.80, Montblanc, T3 5 Women love a man with an air of mystery. La Nuit de L’homme

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T1, T2 and T3 (public & transit) 8 Add a dash of preppy chic to your outfit. Pullover, $229 from Lacoste, T3

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MP3 Player, $298.13, Sony Style, T3 11 Listen to only what’s important. Noise Cancellation Headphones,

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$139.25, Sony Style, T3 12 Play it cool. Striped cotton shirt, $115.99, Fat Face, T3

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Get Away From It All Escape to a world of excitement or transport yourself to green spots of serenity right here at Changi Airport!

VIBRANT SINGAPORE Free Singapore Tour Terminals 2 and 3 If you have more than five hours of transit time, sign up for a two-hour tour* around Singapore and experience one of the most vibrant cities in Southeast Asia. Find out what makes this little island tick and experience the multi-racial charm that’s been winning over the hearts of visitors for so many years.

And the best part of this? It’s free. *Registration is based on first-come-first-serve basis and certain conditions apply and are subject to entry visa requirements stipulated by the Immigration & Checkpoints Authority.

A WORLD OF GREEN

LOST IN ENTERTAINMENT

Bamboo and Cactus Garden, Terminal 1 Sunflower, Fern and Orchid Garden, Terminal 2 Butterfly Garden, Terminal 3

Terminal 2 The Entertainment Deck is an integrated multi-media entertainment center offering something for everyone.

Play games, chill out and listen to music or catch your favorite music videos on a 50-inch plasma television in the MTV Booth, where you’ll experience songs piped directly through to your seat. You can also get your fix of the latest comics, graphic novels and magazines. If that’s not enough, there’s a cool selection of board games, comic figurines and DC collectibles to keep the boredom at bay.

Need some respite? Enjoy a quiet moment at the world's first Butterfly Garden in an airport.

If it’s a quick perk-me-up you need, head over to the Sunflower Garden—enjoy a breath of fresh air on this cheery rooftop garden.

The Bamboo and Fern Gardens offer visitors a calming air of tranquility while the Orchid Garden is home to Singapore’s national bloom—the Vanda Miss Joaquim.

If you’re in Terminal 1, take a stroll through the world’s first airport Cactus Garden—also named Singapore’s best rooftop garden.

ON THE BIG SCREEN Terminals 2 and 3 Experience different worlds without leaving the comfort of your seat! You can catch the latest blockbusters for free at Movie Theaters in the airport. These screenings are available 24/7 and are a great way to pass those long transit hours.

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Etihad Airways The Inspired Airline Etihad Airways recently rolled-out its new Inspired Service in First and Business class across its entire network.

This new service features significant enhancements to deliver an "inspired" journey which is seamless, distinctive and personalized from start to finish. This includes the introduction of a new crew position called the onboard food and beverage manager who will be the point of contact for customers, talking to them about their preferences and making recommendations.

Beginning March 1, 2009, Etihad Chauffeur, a premium and unique door-to-door limousine service, will be available in Singapore for its Diamond First and Pearl Business class passengers.

Etihad Airways is the national airline of the United Arab Emirates based in the UAE’s capital Abu Dhabi.

As one of the world’s fastest growing airlines, Etihad has, to-date, been recognized with a number of awards including "The World’s Leading New Airline" (2004, 2005 and 2006, by World Travel Awards), "The World’s Leading Flatbed Seat" (2006 and 2007, by World Travel Awards) and "Airline of the Year" (2008, by British Travel Awards).

Etihad offers flights to 50 international destinations across the Middle East, Africa, Europe, North America and Asia Pacific. It currently operates two-cabin aircrafts configured to Pearl Business class and Coral Economy class from Abu Dhabi to Singapore and onwards to Brisbane, Australia.

For more information on Etihad Airways log on to www.etihadairways.com/sg or call Etihad Airways Singapore office at (65) 6854-9788.

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Now to Dec '09 Concierge At The Atrium, 1F Enjoy exclusive tourist promotions at participating shops. What's more, receive a $10* Central gift voucher when you spend $80* or more at any shops in Central!

Exclusive Offers Specially for Tourists!

Erabelle #02-51 60% off Aromatic Rose Delight Treatment (Face+neck+eye+lip treatment) with free Rose Otto Hydrosol (50ml) Oriental Handicrafts #04-50 Additional 10% off on home & décor accessories & lamps & lightings

Celevenus Aesthetic #03-21 50% off Medispa services. Only for tourists.

Pizza Al Taglio #01-67 10% off for dine-in only.

Flash this page with your passport and boarding pass to receive a $10 Central gift voucher! Valid for the first 100 tourists only*

*Term & conditions apply for all promotions. Information correct at time of print.

How to get to Central?

Shuttle Bus

Free Shuttle Bus Service: 10.50am to 8.30pm to and from City Hall and Raffles Place MRT Stations Alight at Clarke Quay MRT

Enjoy Free ‘Dial-a-Cab’ Service with a minimum spending of $30 at Central

Valet Parking Service: Monday to Sunday from 6.30pm to 11.30pm

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Changi Airport Directory & Services

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

2x The Price Difference Refund!

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

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 1, Transit Mall Terminal 2, Transit Mall & Public Area

HOTEL RESERVATIONS 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

CHECK FLIGHT SCHEDULE • 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

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.

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

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.

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

Enjoy Singapore in style with a ride on the Mercedes, London or Chrysler 300C taxi.

For large groups, journey comfortably with the spacious 7-seater MPV.

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.

CLEARING CUSTOMS

Terminals 1, 2 & 3 Public Area Ask the friendly Customer Service Officers for tips on exploring Singapore.

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.

FREE SINGAPORE TOUR

CUSTOMS TAX PAYMENT KIOSK

Terminals 2 & 3 Transit Mall Sign up for a free city tour if you have five hours or more in transit at Changi.

On arrival, you can make a selfdeclaration on your taxable items, duty and GST payments through the Customs

SINGAPORE VISITORS CENTRE

Tax Payment Kiosk. Simply key in the relevant information and the taxes due will be calculated. Please retain the receipt issued by the kiosk for checks when you exit the arrival lounge.

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.

Get 2x the price difference if your purchase is priced lower at comparable outlets downtown.* Simply 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 2x the price difference refunded. * Please check with the respective outlets for the list of comparable outlets

100% Money Back Guarantee!

Return your purchase for a refund/exchange within 30 days if you’re not completely satisfied. 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 traveled to any country other than Malaysia and have been out of Singapore at least 48 hours.

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.

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.

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.

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You Shop, We Absorb!

From February 26 through to April 30 the ‘Free Yourself From GST Shopping Promotion’ takes off in Terminal 3 (T3).

Stamp and Win Game Pick up a game card from the Redemption Counter*.

Find and collect stamps from 5 of the 27 participating outlets**.

Drop your card into one of the lucky draw boxes near the Redemption Counter to win $500 Changi Airport shopping vouchers weekly.

Redeem $5 Discount Coupons Use these coupons when you spend $30 by any means at any of the 27 participating outlets in T3 Public Area.

16 March to 19 April 2009

WIN $700,000 worth of Changi Airport Vouchers now! Simply SPEND $80 in a single receipt at Terminals 1, 2 or 3 Transit Malls to join the Sure-Win game.

Visit the event locations: T1 – Nexus Lounge • T2 – Next to Luxury Fashion • T3 – Opposite Immigration *In a single receipt, within Transit Malls.

Other terms & conditions apply

Get Your 1st Hour Parking–Free!

Enjoy your 1st hour of parking free at T3 Public Area when you spend $30 (in a single receipt) by any means at any of the T3 Public Area outlets (redeem car park coupons at outlet).

Be a Sure Winner in the Sure-Win Lucky Dip Win exclusive Disney premiums, Changi Airport shopping vouchers or tenants’ shopping vouchers when you spend $30 by Visa and $60 by other means at any of the 27 participating outlets.

Don’t forget to collect your premiums at the Redemption Counter*. What are you waiting for? You’re already a winner, so why not start taking advantage of all that T3 has to offer? *Redemption Counter is located at T3, Public Area, Level 3, next to The Wellness Store. **When collecting the 5 stamps: 2 must come from any Basement 2 participating outlets; 2 must come from any 3-Top, Level 3 participating outlets; 1 must come from any Level 2 participating outlet.

Free yourself from GST only at T3 Public Area. Drop by our participating retail outlets and start shopping today!

B2 Mall @ T3, Basement 2 Candy Empire CHNG Kee’s Spice of Life Eu Yan Sang Helen House of FengShui inner labels Mini Bits Mini Toons San Shu Gong Sportslink Sunglass Hut Swatch Watsons Personal Care Store 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

The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus Comes to Town You could feel the anticipation in the air as fans, eager to catch the Jacksonville rockers in person, crowded the stage at Terminal 1’s Nexus Lounge almost an hour before the boys showed up. And the band did not disappoint when they finally appeared on stage. Ever gracious, they talked about their plans to visit the Singapore Night Safari and chatted with emcee Denise Keller about the gig they were going to play, eating balut, indispensible travel accessories (“neck pillows, moist towelettes, computers, toothbrushes, cell phones”) and what it’s like for four guys to tour together (“It’s like living in an apartment. We fight, we get along, we fight... it’s like a love-hate relationship.”). And as a special treat to their fans, the boys gave an impromptu performance of one of their songs before they left.

The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus is one of the many international stars who have graced Changi’s Meet the Celebrities Program, created to give travelers the best and most memorable airport experience.

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Swimming Pool

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Cathay Pacific / Sky ViewLounge

Family Zone

Gym I Business Center

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Qantas & British Airways Lounge First

Rainforest by SATS (Opening early Apr)

Thai Royal SATS Special Silk Lounge Services Lounge SATS Premier Lounge Qantas & British Airways Lounge Business

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Movie Lounge

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Car Park

Prayer Room

City Train

Public Bus Bay

Clinic

Public Phone

Free Internet

Rest Area

Free Singapore Tour

Shower

Gates

Skytrain

Gym & Lounge

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 Hot Off The Press Times NewsLink

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

by Nuance-Watson

1

CAFÉS Caffé Ritazza Pacific Coffee Company (Closing early Apr) FAST FOOD RESTAURANTS Popeyes QUICKBITES Jollibean Killiney Kopitiam Pacific Coffee Company RESTAURANTS Ajisen Japanese Ramen Eatz @ Terrace Imperial Treasure

35 7

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CANDIES, CHOCOLATES & DELICATESSEN Bee Cheng Hiang (Opening mid-Apr) 14 27 Sweet Treats

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FOOD & BEVERAGE BAR Bill Bentley Pub

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29 31 30 23

FINE JEWELLERY Aspial

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LIFESTYLE ELECTRONICS, CAMERAS AND COMPUTERS Computers & Software 8

by Sprint-Cass Digital Lifestyle by Dufry 4 Electronics.Computers 34

by Sprint-Cass PERFUMES & COSMETICS 24 Bobbi Brown/M.A.C./Origins Glam Up by Nuance-Watson 17 11, 25, 41 Perfumes & Cosmetics

by Nuance-Watson

SOUVENIRS & GIFTS Discover Singapore Marketplace The Orchids People

44 18 3

SPORTS Royal Sporting House

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WATCHES Sincere Watch The Watch Shop by Dufry

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WELLNESS & BEAUTY Eu Yan Sang Eu Yan Sang (Opening mid-Apr) My Foot Reflexology Body Contours

5 15 45 46

Pharmacy Guardian Health and Beauty

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BARS Harry’s Bar Poolside Bar

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

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FASHION Accessories Chomel Crystal and Beads Kokon Tozai

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Bags & Shoes Carlo Rino Sembonia

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Casual Wear Ashworth FINE JEWELLERY SK Jewellery

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Pharmacy Watsons Personal Care Store

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PERFUMES & COSMETICS Perfumes & Cosmetics

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SOUVENIRS & GIFTS Freeman Florist Mini Toons Urban Concepts

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WELLNESS & BEAUTY Hair Salons EC House Modéle

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Delicatessen by King Power International DFS Delicatessan Sweet Treats Sweet Treats

FOOD & BEVERAGE 58 14

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Montblanc Prada Tie Rack T.M Lewin

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TOYS Kaboom Kids’ World

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FINE JEWELLERY Lee Hwa Diamond Gallery Tiffany & Co.

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LIFESTYLE ELECTRONICS, CAMERAS AND COMPUTERS Cameras.Electronics.Computers

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Luggage, Bags & Shoes Charles & Keith LeSportsac Samsonite Tumi

CONVENIENCE STORE 7-Eleven

Boutiques Bally Bonia Burberry Coach Gucci Hermès Luxury Fashion • Bottege Veneta • Bulgari • Cartier • Chloé • Fendi • Hugo Boss • Salvatore Ferragamo • Shanghai Tang • Tod’s

SOUVENIRS & GIFTS Amazing Grace

by Nuance-Watson Discover Singapore RISIS Swarovski TOP Orchids

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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Toilets

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Halal Food

Movie Theatre

Shower

Transfer Counter

City Train

Immigration

Parents’ Room

Skytrain

Transit Hotel

Clinic

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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

Taxi Queue

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RETAIL

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BOOKS & MAGAZINES Hot Off The Press

CONVENIENCE STORES Cheers

CHILDREN’S WEAR & TOYS Kidztime!

Periwinkle

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BOOKS & MAGAZINES HARRIS Bookstore HARRIS Bookstore

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FASHION & ACCESSORIES Blush!

Chomel iemon+paris Samsonite

10 15 16 5

CANDIES, CHOCOLATES & DELICATESSEN Chocolates.Candy.Delicatessen

by King Power International Chocolates by DFS DFS Delicatessan

PERFUMES & COSMETICS Perfumes & Cosmetics

by Nuance-Watson Perfumes & Cosmetics

by Nuance-Watson

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SERVICES My Foot Reflexology

CHILDREN’S WEAR Kidztime! Boutique

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SOUVENIRS & GIFTS Tango Mango The Gift Shop

FOOD & BEVERAGE 17

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MUSIC, BOOKS & MAGAZINE HARRIS Bookstore

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

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FOOD & BEVERAGE BAKERY Crystal Jade My Bread CAFÉS Secret Recipe Ya Kun Kaya Toast FAST FOOD RESTAURANT Popeyes FOODCOURT KOPI QUICKBITES Each A Cup Mr Bean Mrs Fields

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

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by Nuance-Watson

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Bags & Shoes Braun Büffel Charles & Keith Pedro

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Boutiques Bottege Veneta Burberry Bulgari Coach Gucci Hermès Luxury Fashion • Cartier • Chloé • Chopard • Fendi • Hugo Boss • Salvatore Ferragamo • Shanghai Tang Montblanc Mulberry

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SOUVENIRS & GIFTS DFS Souvenirs RISIS Atelier TOP Orchids Singapore Zoo (Kiosk) SPECIALITY STORES Ferrari Store FIFA Official Store® TOYS Kidztime!

WATCHES Gassan Watches TAG Heuer Tourbillon 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

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BARS & LOUNGES il Lido Wine & Tapas Lounge

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Underwater Escapades It’s hard not to feel a little awed when

Hyou’re speaking to Michael Aw. After all, how many people do you know who would

What is your idea of the perfect escape?

Any time I go underwater is an escape for me.

Especially during these tough times, I just have to put my head underwater, and everything is gone!

What is it that draws you to the ocean?

When you’re in the water, you’re much closer to nature you’re immersed in it. In a rainforest, you might hear but you can’t always see the animals. It’s definitely much more exciting being in the ocean!

What’s your favorite travel destination?

I like to be in Southeast Asian waters because they're the bullseye of marine biodiversity. The coral triangle is right at your doorstep here. I love swimming in the waters of Indonesia and the southern Philippines.

What can airports do to improve the travel experience?

Singapore has one of the best airports in the world. It is very service-oriented compared to other airports. As a nature photographer, I travel with a lot of camera equipment—it can come up to 100 kilograms. I’ve never had any problems with this at Changi Airport, but at other airports they want to check everything. It wouldn’t be an issue if the checks were done in a friendlier, less intimidating manner. This is where other airports can learn from Singapore.

Photo: Michael Aw

Photo: Anna Kochergina

give up a successful advertising career to turn marine photographer and conservationist?

Aw's relaxed voice belies his hectic schedule—the man is spearheading one of the most ambitious expeditions to the Antarctic.

Called Elysium (www.elysiumepic.ogsociety. org), this expedition will bring together some of the world’s foremost explorers, nature photographers and cinematographers to document the terrain, fauna and climate change in Antarctica next year.

But that’s only the tip of the iceberg.

Based in Sydney, the Singapore-born Aw is also involved in indexing and studying the effects of rising ocean temperatures on coral reefs in Indonesia, as well as updating a book on the world’s best diving sites. And if that’s not enough, he still finds the time to contribute articles to journals and magazines. All we can say is: “We’re not worthy!”

Here’s what Aw had to share with Changi Class:

You have been leading the “Say No to Sharks’ Fins” campaign since 2001. How do you feel about people who continue to eat sharks’ fins?

Traditionally, sharks’ fins are seen by the Chinese as a symbol of wealth, and are served at weddings. However, just like cartilage, they have no nutritional value. But I believe that people continue to eat them not because they don’t care, but because of a lack of knowledge. As sharks are in the sea and are rarely seen, they are portrayed as dangerous animals but when you’re in the ocean, the only way to get close to them is to feed them.

Sharks don’t come close to people just to eat them. We need to educate people on the importance of sharks in the oceans [and show them] that they are just as important as tigers and pandas.

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