Changi Class magazine June 2009

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SHOPPING BUZZ

SHOPPING BUZZ Let’s Talk Shop Singapore plays host to a new breed of global brands

What a Steal!

Get vintage buys, traditional wares and knick knacks galore at these markets

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Shopping Buzz June 2009 02 PRE-FLIGHT Out for a bargain? Here are some tips on how to haggle like a pro.

04 TRENDSPOTTING ON THE COVER: Cover Model: Nataliya Z, Mannequin Studio Art Direction: Johnny Tan Fashion Stylist: Adrian Seah Photography: Hendra, Hanchew Studio Makeup & Grooming: Ginger Lynette Hair: Kenneth Ong Digital Imaging: Nazri, Hanchew Studio

Outfit: Bodysuit $753.27, La Perla, T3 Transit Pleated skirt $242.05, Lacoste, T3 Transit Belt $20.47, Charles & Keith, T2 & T3 Transit D&G Shades $514.02, Sunglass Hut, T1, T2 & T3 COACH Scarf $101.87, Luxury Fashion, T2 & T3 Transit Multi color bangles $31.68, Accessorize, T3 Transit Red gloves $329.00, Mulberry, T3 Transit Salvatore Ferragamo yellow handbag $2925.00, Luxury Fashion, T2 & T3 Transit TODS purple handbag $1480.00, Luxury Fashion, T2 & T3 Transit Orange tote bag $1899.00, Mulberry, T3 Transit White tote bag $259.00, Lacoste, T3 Transit Clutch bag $37.29, Charles & Keith, T2 & T3 Transit Panasonic DMC-FTI $607.00, Digital Lifestyle by Dufry, T3

Shopping trends and summer sales.

06 STOPOVER TALKING SHOP Global brands create a stir in the heart of local shoppers.

08 TAKE OFF FEATS OF FASHION Meet the woman behind the Audi Fashion Festival 2009.

10 ON THE GO THE WORLD IS YOUR MARKET

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Discover fabulous buys at these exotic bazaars and markets.

16 ARRIVE: MAURITIUS DELICIOUS MAURITIUS Be transported to this island paradise full of flavor.

32 SPOTLIGHT Fly to paradise with Air Mauritius.

34 FLY RIGHT Look out for The Agency and Lego art pieces, and take advantage of Changi’s No GST shopping.

36 AIRPORT MAPS 20 THE CHANGI SALES Don’t miss out on great bargains, attractive prizes, and tasty promos. You’ll also get a chance to meet Dora and Friends.

40 30,000 FEET FASHION WUNDERKIND A chat with alldressedup’s Sven Tan.

ls EDITORIAL: Editor-in-Chief Greg Duncan - Regional Executive Creative Director Greg Crandall - General Manager 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 Strategy & Consulting Director Fern Chua Business Development Executive Lina Teo - Fashion Stylist Adrian Seah - Photography Cedric Lim from Hanchew Studios - 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.

Editorial Advisors: Deputy Director (Marketing & Passenger Development) Alan Lee - Senior Marketing Manager Mandy Lau - Marketing Officer Melina Khong - Senior Commercial Manager

Nigel Chia - Assistant Commercial Manager Loo Xiang Ying - Commercial Officers, Advertising & Promotions Joanne Chan and Esther Bai Changi Class is published monthly for the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore by Splash Communications (S) Pte Ltd, a member of the Asia City Publishing Group © 2007. Copyright is held by the publishers. The title “Changi Class,” its associated logos or devices, and the content of Changi Class are the property of the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore. Reproduction in whole or in part without permission is strictly prohibited. This publication is distributed free. Editorial and ad sales enquiries should be directed to Splash Communications (S) Pte Ltd, Block 211 Henderson Road #14-03, Singapore 159552. Tel: (65) 6323-2512, Fax: (65) 6323-2779. Printed by Times Printers Pte. Ltd., 16 Tuas Ave 5, Singapore 639340. For information about Changi Airport, and to access the on-line version of Changi Class, go to www.changiairport.com. Your comments are welcome at any airport Feedback Kiosk, the above website, or by writing to Marketing and Passenger Development, CAAS, Singapore Changi Airport, PO Box 1, Singapore 918141.

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BARGAIN LIKE A PRO Part of the fun of shopping at a bazaar or street market comes from the thrill of negotiations. Here are a few tips to help you on your next bargain-hunting adventure.

REMEMBER TO HAVE FUN Bargaining shouldn’t be an unpleasant process. Keep smiling and never show your irritation or worse yet, raise your voice.

Being able to count and toss about a few catchphrases in the local lingo doesn’t hurt either—it’ll let them know you’re not an unsuspecting tourist waiting to be fleeced.

DON’T FALL FOR SOB STORIES

TAKE YOUR TIME Never appear overeager or as if you’re in a hurry. These vendors can smell desperation (and fools) a mile away.

“Act indifferent or like you have all the time in the world to negotiate,” says Marilyn Downing, CEO of Asia Transpacific Journeys, and you’ll be able to drive prices south to your advantage.

DO YOUR RESEARCH Don’t start bargaining at the first stall you come across. Walk around and find out how much the other vendors are charging for similar wares or souvenirs.

This way, you’ll also be able to decide how much you’re willing to pay for that item.

DRESS RIGHT Save your designer threads for the evening. You’re looking to score a good bargain, not attract attention to yourself.

No vendor in the market will sell you an item if they know it is not profitable for them.

When bargaining, start low (about 25% of the vendor’s offered price) and work your way up from there. If they don’t meet your price, walk away. You can always get what you want elsewhere.

PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT Like almost everything else, becoming a good bargainer takes practice.

Good luck!

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SHOPPING MAKES THE WORLD GO ROUND AUTOMATIC BEAUTY SOLUTIONS Forget going to the mall. These days, automated vending machines have become the new, hip way to shop— and we're not talking about potato chips or sodas. Over at the Mondrian South Beach hotel in Miami, you can order everything from a T-shirt to a Bentley from the vending machine in its lobby. And in Santa Monica, women travelers who have no time to visit the beauty counter in the malls can stop by U*tique at luxury retailer Fred Segal for a quick fix.

Billed as “the world's first fully automated luxury shop”, it features a sleek, futuristic design and carries a selection of 50 products from brands such as Lancôme, Bliss, ZIRH and Chantecaille. Don't know if a product suits you?

U*tique offers samples and product videos and descriptions. If all goes well, you might soon see it in places such as airports, hotel lobbies and gyms.

Visit www.utiqueshop.com for more information.

SWAP SHOP With everyone talking about being frugal these days, how do you shop without feeling like a spendthrift? Try clothes swapping.

This new shopping trend has taken off in countries like the U.S, U.K and Japan, with savvy recessionistas organizing swap meets like Clothing Swap (www.clothingswaps.com) to trade clothes and accessories with one another. Even the Visa credit card company has gotten in on the act by sponsoring Visa Swap (www.visaswap.com) “to encourage sustainable fashion through ethical swapping activity.” Interested swappers can register at its website to get updates on when the next event is taking place. International swappers can also visit Swapstyle (www.swapstyle.com) to swap their clothes with other online users. So if you have an outfit that you don't like anymore, don't throw it away—swap it for something better.

CHAMPAGNE LIFESTYLE, RECESSION BUDGET Where can you go to enjoy the best savings on high-end designer labels? You can go to designer outlets like Chelsea Premium Outlets (www.premiumoutlets. com) in the United States and Europe's Chic Outlet Shopping Villages (www.chicoutletshoppin. com). Thing is, you'll have to travel to those countries first if you're not living there. Luckily, there's the Internet and these days, savvy retailers, realizing the effect of the recession on shoppers' travel plans and spending habits, are launching shopping sites that offer deals to rival their terrestrial counterparts. Chief among them is The Outnet (www.theoutnet.com), the recently launched sister company of Net-A-Porter. Reviews have been glowing and apart from discounts (typically 30-70 percent) on high-end labels such as 3.1 Phillip Lim, Helmut Lang and Stella McCartney, what sets it apart are its flash sales, Going Going Gone items (pay what you want for a designer item, the price drops as the minutes go by) and free giveaways. Best thing is it's open 24/7 and delivers globally

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SUMMER SALES

TRAVEL BEATS >>>>

Forget the beach. For shopaholics, nothing says summer like the word 'sale'. Look fab for less at these places: Harrods Summer Sale The Warehouse Sale

A handy guide for travelers

Where: Various destinations across the U.S as well as eight international locations including Singapore, Jakarta and Shanghai.

When: Ongoing; check www.thewarehousesale. com for details.

This traveling denim sample sale is the largest of its kind in the U.S and offers discounts of up to 80% on the latest styles from cult brands such as 7 for All Mankind, Frankie B, Ed Hardy and 575 Denim. Register and RSVP at its website to enter free in the U.S or pay US$5 (S$7) at the door.

Where: London When: June 27-July 19 There are sales and then there's the Harrods summer sale. Which other retailer invites celebrities to grace its opening ceremony and has shoppers queuing overnight for a chance to exceed their credit limit?

Apart from clothes, shoppers can expect generous reductions on home and kitchen accessories, food and wine.

Want great travel tips like where to get cheap fares? Read The Wall Street Journal Guide to Power Travel. Written

by Scott McCartney, who serves as the WSJ's travel editor and writes a popular weekly column called The Middle Seat, this book is an entertaining and highly informative page-turner packed with trivia, tips and travel trends.

Granted, it's written with the American business traveler in mind but it's useful for anyone traveling to the U.S for work or leisure.

Calling all photographers!

Do you want to get your photos published?

Fancy a trip to Morocco, Costa Rica or China?

Then check out the Travel Photographer of the Year 2009 contest. There are seven categories altogether, including one for photographers aged 16 and under. The competition is open to amateur and professional photographers worldwide and deadline for entries is September 22. Visit www.tpoty.com for more details.

The Barneys Warehouse Sale Where: Los Angeles and New York When: August; check www.barneys.com for details.

Recession or no, this twice-yearly sale never fails to attract fashionistas looking to snap up designer bargains.

Things can get chaotic so be prepared to come early, wear sensible shoes and rehydrate often.

THE REAL DEAL >>>> AIRLINE BARGAINS

HOTEL DEALS

Travel to Europe from the U.S in comfort this summer with Continental Airlines' BusinessFirst. Fares start at US$899 (S$1,326) each way for outbound travel from June 28-September 4, 2009.

Tickets must be booked at least 14 days in advance and travel completed by September 11. Visit www.continental.com for more information.

Dine at the Shangri La Hotel Shenzhen and enjoy a free night's stay. Priced at RMB499 (S$108), the 'Dine and Stay for Free' package comes with a three-course dinner at 360° Bar, Restaurant and Lounge and a free one-night stay that guests can use during public holidays or on weekends (Fri-Sun) in a Superior room.

Promotion valid till June 28. Visit www.shangri-la.com for more information.

Visiting Japan this summer? Why not take advantage of the oneworld/Yokoso Visit Japan fare? Fares range from 10,000–50,000¥ (S$149–$746) and must be purchased in conjunction with return travel to Japan on oneworld member airlines. Visit www.jal.co.jp/ yokoosjapan or www.oneworld.com for more information.

The Thistle Group is making its first foray into Asia and will soon open two properties in Malaysia: Thistle Port Dickson Resort this month and Thistle Johor Bahru in July. The first 50 travelers who book a room at Thistle Port Dickson will receive an automatic upgrade to a suite and a mystery gift. Visitors who stay more than three nights at the resort will be entitled to a complimentary meal for two on the last night of their stay. Visit www.thistle.com for more information.

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Talking Shop Singapore is poised to cement her reputation as a leading international shopping destination with the host of global brands that have recently arrived on our shores. Text by Baey Shi Chen Our sunny island state has always been known as a shopping paradise, but in recent years, she has also been steadily building her cachet as a sophisticated and style-savvy city, and as renowned brands start making their way here, it appears that the world is sitting up and taking notice. Here’s a look at some of the latest labels that are creating a stir in the hearts of local shoppers.

CHANEL WATCHES AND FINE JEWELRY The embodiment of tasteful elegance, Chanel is known for classic pieces that stand the test of time. With the launch of its first Southeast Asian flagship store at Ngee Ann City, chic fashion mavens here can finally get their hands on Chanel’s legendary style.

Carefully designed to capture the effortless style that Chanel represents, the store’s interior—designed by acclaimed architect Paul Marino—was inspired by Coco Chanel’s apartment at 31 Rue Cambon, Paris and features custom-made chandeliers, a marble and crystal fireplace and coromandel screens to lend a mood of intimacy and sophistication.

Spanning over 1,000 square feet, the boutique comprises three areas: the “Library”, which features Chanel’s range of fine watches; the “Salon”, which showcases the exquisite Haute Joaillerie specially created by master craftsmen; and lastly, a private area that allows for discreet viewings of the pieces. # 01-04, 391 Orchard Rd., Ngee Ann City, tel: 6836-7588

JIMMY CHOO A firm favorite of the Hollywood A-list and international jet-setters, luxury shoe label Jimmy Choo opened its first Singapore flagship store at the Paragon this April. The brand’s second location here, the largest store in Asia outside Japan, and other than housing a wide selection of shoes, handbags and accessories, is the only store in the region with a complete bridal shoe collection. What’s more, to commemorate the opening of the store, Tamara Mellon, President and Founder of Jimmy Choo, specially designed the Kristelle, an exclusive limited edition shoe that embodies sheer glamour with its combination of crystals and pearls on a platform and a four-inch heel.

Commenting on the new store, Director of Valiram Group, Mr. Ashvin Valiram said, “As we celebrate the opening of our first Jimmy Choo flagship store today, we mark another milestone in the history of a multi-award winning brand. We believe the Singapore market welcomes a new boutique by this super iconic luxury brand synonymous with the ‘red carpet’, style and glamour.” #01-10, 290 Orchard Rd., Paragon Shopping Centre, tel: 6735-9880 06

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PUCCI Renowned for its vibrant colors and geometric prints, Italian luxury label Emilio Pucci is set to inject a dose of vivacious Italian flair to the local fashion scene.

With boutiques already established in Shanghai and Hong Kong, the Ngee Ann City store will be Pucci’s first foray into Singapore, offering fashionistas its highly covetable range of ready-to-wear pieces and accessories. Decorated with a contemporary feel in mind to bring out the label’s lively aesthetic, the 90-square foot store features sleek crystalline design fixtures against white walls decorated with black-and-white photographs and landscapes from Florence to evoke the brand’s rich cultural heritage.

The opening of the new store also comes at a time when the fashion house is experiencing a change in artistic direction. Previously designed by British designer Matthew Williamson, Peter Dundas, who was appointed last October, will now be the creative force behind the label. A graduate of the Parsons School of Design in New York, Dundas has worked at illustrious international labels such as Jean Paul Gaultier, Christian Lacroix and Roberto Cavalli.

Level 2, Ngee Ann City, 391 Orchard Rd., tel: 6836-5590

JUICY COUTURE

UNIQLO The wait is over. Top Japanese casual wear label UNIQLO has finally opened its first store in Singapore at the newly launched Tampines 1. With over 8,700 square feet of space, the brand’s first store in Southeast Asia will offer the trendy crowd more than 200 selections embodying its signature mix of versatility and comfort.

Specially selected to cater to the tastes of the local market, the store will feature affordable basics that the brand is famous for, such as the popular UT (UNIQLO t-shirts) and premium denim range that will be the key highlights of the Singapore store.

Furthermore, with an ambitious plan to launch 8 stores in the region within 3 years, fans can also look forward to the launch of the second UNIQLO store in August in ION Orchard. #02-28/29/30, 10 Tampines Central 1, Tampines 1, tel: 6587-0093

The label that burst onto the fashion scene with its candy-colored velour tracksuits has opened its first flagship store in Ngee Ann City. Known for its definitive take on relaxed Californian glamour, Juicy Couture’s exuberant designs are guaranteed to set the hearts of fashionistas racing with their flirty sophistication.

This spirited youthfulness is reflected in the store’s décor, designed to resemble the bedroom of a West Coast princess with its color scheme of bright pinks accented with gold. Brimming with girly mischief, the store is also dotted with candy jars filled with colorful sweets on display tables and rococoinspired furniture to bring out the sense of fun and irreverence that is the brand’s signature. #03-03, Ngee Ann City,391 Orchard Rd., tel: 6736-3597

GREAT SINGAPORE SALE HIGHLIGHTS >>>> It’s that time of the year again. From May 29 to July 26, locals and tourists alike will have good reason to hit the shops as the Great Singapore Sale (GSS) rolls into town again. The biggest sale of its kind in Singapore.

On top of attractive discounts exclusive to the GSS at almost all major retailers, shoppers can look forward to late night shopping sprees as stores extend their hours till as late as 11pm every Friday and Saturday during the sale period to let you shop to your heart’s content. Shopping enthusiasts will also rejoice at the chance to shop for free and win S$10,000 from the Great Singapore Shopping Challenge.

As the official card of the sale, Mastercard holders will also be entitled to special privileges during the two months, and visitors to Singapore will also enjoy exclusive rewards and discounts on selected retail and lifestyle purchases when the Great Singapore Sale Tourist Privilege Card and your passport are presented before purchase. What’s more, you can even shop till right before you leave Singapore as well.

CHANGI AIRPORT SALE In conjunction with the GSS, Changi Airport will be holding a sale that offers great savings to shoppers at the wide range of retail and dining outlets spread across its three terminals, so don’t miss out on the chance to enjoy these value for money deals (see pages 20-28).

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Feats of Fashion The fashion scene in Singapore has never looked so exciting, thanks to Tjin Lee, the woman behind the Audi Fashion Festival 2009. Find out more about the enterprising fashion maven who orchestrated the most talked-about event of the year. Text by Baey Shi Chen Tjin Lee, 36, head of Mercury Marketing and Communications, never backs down from a challenge. A big player in the local fashion festival scene, she has singlehandedly brought leading fashion names like Christopher Bailey, Julien MacDonald and Mathew Williamson to our shores. For the recent Audi Fashion Festival, no less than the fabulous creations of master couturier Christian Lacroix, fashion maverick Vivienne Westwood and avant garde designer Gareth Pugh graced our runways.

These are amazing accomplishments indeed for this fearless entrepreneur. Lee reckons that the qualities of creativity, resilience and tenacity have gotten her this far in the game. Citing Eleanor Roosevelt and newly elected US President Barack Obama as inspirational figures, she says, “I am never intimidated by things people tell me are impossible. To live the life you imagine you must follow the path of your dreams.”

FOLLOW YOUR PASSION Lee first sunk her teeth in the fashion business at top luxury retailer Club 21, learning the ropes through a fashion marketing stint. From there, she made the leap to form Mercury Marketing and Communications and has never looked back.

Dynamic and savvy, Lee relishes a good challenge. “I love being presented with challenges and working with my team to find the best creative solutions. I also love interacting with clients across all industries— from cars and credit cards to watches, jewelry and boutique hotels. Each is unique, and I enjoy the breadth of the work we do.”

This passion is clearly evident in the local fashion festivals that she has helmed over the years. The recent Audi Fashion Festival was the third time she had spearheaded the event, with previous stints in 2004 and 2008.

This year’s event was an especially significant achievement for Lee as she and her team

managed to pull it off despite the global economic crisis. A fashion fan who counts Garavani Valentino and Ashley Isham amongst her favorite designers and Mrs Tina Tan-Leo and Coco Chanel as her sartorial role models, Lee is especially proud to have contributed to the local fashion scene as Singapore designers took to the stage at the festivals.

“Knowing I was making a difference in shaping Singapore’s fashion landscape was the only reward I needed.”

Work aside, Lee loves to travel, and London is her favorite destination. “It is a city that is ever-evolving and vibrant yet steeped in centuries of history.” Her travel must-haves include her Apple i-book, Apple i-pod, good books and her Nikon D90.

THE PATH TO GROWTH

Despite her dazzling successes, Lee is not one to rest on her laurels, with ambitious plans in the pipeline to take the local fashion scene to new heights. “I would like to position Singapore as the region’s fashion metropolis. It is my dream to grow the Fashion Festival, unite Asian designers, and create a platform in Singapore where international heavyweights arrive to cast a spotlight on our region’s emerging designers.”

She would also love to bring Valentino’s retrospective exhibition to our shores.

“I saw it in Rome and it took my breath away. Everything about the exhibition was beautiful, a stunning marriage of art and fashion.”

To those who aspire to follow in her footsteps, Lee has this to say, “Every artist was first an amateur.

Never be discouraged when you start out and you are the underdog.

Everyone starts out small, but you Ashley Isham takes a bow at the SFF '08 can be as big as you dare to dream!”

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Head of Mercury Marketing and Communication, Miss Tjin Lee has big dreams for the future of fashion in Singapore

Knowing I was making a difference in shaping Singapore’s fashion landscape was the only reward I needed.

Christian Lacroix's glorious haute couture creations were shown at the Audi Fashion Festival '09

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Vintage buys, fabulous bargains…get them all here! Text by Lisa-Ann Lee

In a nutshell: Buy a Buddha, score a wardrobe of vintage threads and watch fighting fish battle it out, all the while being pulled this way and that by the human tsunami that sweeps through Bangkok’s biggest shopping attraction every weekend: Chatujak market (or JJ as it is affectionately known.) Started in 1948, this colorful behemoth extends over 35 acres and welcomes more than a quarter of a million visitors a day. In keeping with the times, JJ has established an online presence, which, unlike its terrestrial counterpart, is open for business 24/7. Prices are, according to www.jj247.com, “priced as if you were at the market.” On the plus side, claustrophobes won’t have to jostle with the crowds anymore. On the other hand, you can’t really haggle with an online calculator.

What to buy: Everything. Jewelry, Thai silk, handicrafts, clothes, accessories, pets, plants… you name it, someone’s selling it.

A better question to ask is: what do you want to buy? Given its size, you’ll find it helpful going in with a strategy. You can get a free market map at one of the information kiosks but many travelers swear by Nancy Chandler’s Map of Bangkok, which includes a section dedicated to the market. You can get it on her website (www.nancychandler.net), on Amazon or at bookstores.

Tips: If you see something you like, buy it or ask for a business card. Chances are, owing to the size and chaotic nature of the place, it won’t be easy finding your way back.

Dress comfortably and wear sensible shoes.

It’s going to be hot, humid and sticky and you will be walking… a lot.

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The World is Your Market

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GRAND BAZAAR, ISTANBUL

In a nutshell: Built in the 15th century under the order of Mahmud II, the Grand Bazaar (or Kapaliçari as the locals call it), is the world’s largest covered bazaar in the world, packing in over 4,000 shops—enough to send any hardcore shopaholic into a swoon. Stepping into it is like entering the world of the Arabian nights, with its bright, vivid colors and colorful storekeepers. Even if you’re not planning to buy anything, the Grand Bazaar is just one of those things you have to visit, if only for the experience.

What to buy: The Grand Bazaar is sometimes described as a tourist trap but if you take the time to explore the back lanes and less touristy zones of the bazaar, you’ll find goldsmiths and other artisans working on their craft. Shops to look out for include Sivasli Yazmaci, a tiny fabric boutique specializing in hand-printed fabrics and weaves that counts Jean-Paul Gaultier and Donna Karan among its clients. Add a dash of sartorial flair to your wardrobe and have a bespoke shirt made.

You can also get lovely herbal soaps and luxuriously soft goat-hair blankets at Hamam, a shop that sells bath products. And of course, what would a trip to the Grand Bazaar be if you don’t spend some time in the company of carpet salesmen?

Tips: Shopping around for a Turkish rug?

Don’t just follow anyone who offers to take you to a shop as you’ll have to pay that person a commission.

Remember to enjoy yourself. Don’t feel pressured into buying a rug just because the owner is plying you with apple tea or unrolling several carpets for you to see. Set a price for yourself, and if the owner refuses to meet it, thank him for his time and leave.

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ROSE BOWL FLEA MARKET, CALIFORNIA

In a nutshell: Taking place every second Sunday of the month at the famous Rose Bowl stadium in Pasadena, this SoCal institution, which has been around since 1967, touts itself as “the World’s Most Unusual Flea Market”.

Given some of the wares on sale here, this description is really not that far fetched. Part of the appeal of going to the Rose Bowl is browsing through the weird and bizarre things that people pull out of their attic/garage/ basement to sell. Human sculls, dentist tools, He-Man toys, old baseball cards…you’ll find them all here. Popular with locals, out-oftowners and the odd celebrity (Clint Eastwood, Cher, Rebecca Romijn and Gwen Stefani have all been spotted shopping here) the market is a great place to people-watch and enjoy a taste of the quirky southern California culture.

What to buy: If you’re a fan of vintage clothing and home furnishings, you’ll have a field day at the Rose Bowl. There’s no shortage of stalls with vintage and second-hand clothing, accessories and home furnishings such as chandeliers, used china, old paintings and lamps.

Tips: Regulars to the market advise bargain hunters to turn up early to snap up the best deals. Regular admission starts at 9am and costs US$8 per person but you can enter earlier: early admission is US$20 from 5–7am, $15 from 7–8am and US$10 between 8–9am.

Children under 12 enter free.

Bring a hat and wear sunscreen—the afternoon heat is a scorcher. Bring a bag for your purchases.

Cash (and small change) is king. In case you run out, there are plenty of ATM machines around.

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GWANGJANG MARKET, SEOUL In a nutshell: Amid the towering skyscrapers of downtown Seoul lies a sprawling tribute to South Korea’s traditions: Gwangjang Market. In contrast to the trendy and cosmopolitan vibe of highend districts like Apgujeong and Cheongdam, the pace here is decidedly slower and more relaxed, and offers visitors a glimpse of the real Korea—office workers having after-work drinks together at the massive food alley, elderly matrons and housewives inspecting the day’s offerings and bantering with the vendors at the various produce stalls, and hanbok tailors surrounded by bales of colorful fabric.

Open Monday-Saturday, 7am–7pm What to buy: Souvenir hunters looking to get a hanbok (traditional Korean dress) are in luck.

Gwangjang is Seoul’s largest fabric market and there is no shortage of hanbok shops here.

second and third floors of the market. And of course, no visit is complete without a trip to the food alley, where you’ll find steaming pans of popular street fare such as tteokbokki (spicy rice cake stew), bindaetteok (Korean pancake) and sundae (Korean sausage).

Having one custom-made, while not cheap, is an experience, though if you are short on time, you can easily get a ready-made one. Apart from hanboks, Gwangjang Market also attracts hip, trendy Koreans on the hunt for vintage and second-hand clothes at what is known as the “alley of buttons”, situated on the

Tips: Nowadays, the traditional hanbok is worn only during special occasions like wedding ceremonies, partly because it is expensive and partly because it can’t be worn everyday. As such, designers have come up with the gaeryang hanbok, which is a modern-day version of its traditional counterpart that can be worn every day. This is probably a better choice for you if you are intending to wear your purchase instead of just hanging it in your wardrobe as a keepsake of your trip.

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Mauritius A flavorful mixture of culture, geography and cuisine.

Text by Thomas E. King

The idyllic island of Mauritius offers visitors unspoilt beaches and azure waters

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If you could be magically transported back to a rustic, early 17th-century eatery on Mauritius, the fare would not have been so fair. Having first weighed anchor in 1598, the Dutch were still living on the isolated Indian Ocean island then. So was the dodo, an awkward-looking flightless bird that slowly lumbered beneath vast stands of ebony. Larger and plumper than an American turkey, the hapless creature was an easy target that historians say wasn’t tasty, but which at least filled empty stomachs.

It took less than 85 years for the dodo to become extinct. Perhaps forced in part to leave Mauritius because of the lack of this “gourmet delight,” the Dutch abandoned the island in 1710, by which time the “rivers” of ebony were also gone. Their departure, however, was not before a Dutch sea captain named this tiny subtropical island Mauritius, in honor of Prince Maurice of Nassau.

Five years later, when the French unfurled the tricolor over the 1,860 sq-km isle and renamed it Île de France, they found untended fields of sugarcane, cotton and tobacco, as well as the domestic animals and deer that had also been introduced by the Dutch. A permanent settlement was established in 1721 and Mauritius was governed by the French East India Company until 1767. Slaves were brought in from continental Africa as well as Madagascar, 800 km to the west.

During this time, the island grew from a small outpost to a strong, prosperous and well-populated colony. Sugarcane, cotton and indigo were the main plantation crops. Île de France remained French until the British conquest of 1810, after which residents were permitted to retain their religion, language, laws and customs, but which saw the name of the island reverting to Mauritius.

Slavery was abolished in 1835. By that time, about three quarters of the island’s population of 100,000 comprised slaves from Africa and Madagascar. In order to replace the loss of forced labor, indentured workers from China and India were brought in to cultivate the plantations. This practice continued into the 1920s by which time some 450,000 Indians had come to the island as contracted workers.

A considerable number of Indians and Chinese also came to Mauritius as traders.

A brief excursion through the checkerboard past of Mauritius is a necessity. It explains the origins of the sea of multi-hued faces you’ll see after landing at Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Airport and during the drive to the capital of Port Louis, with its population of 150,000. The same diversity can be seen throughout this culturally-varied and racially-mixed nation of 1.3 million. Such variety has created a unique blend of culture and tradition.

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The island gained independence from the British in 1968. Its official language is English but almost everyone is fluent in French. African, European, Indian and Chinese influences are evident almost everywhere you go. The two-story Central Market in Port Louis is a microcosm of Mauritian society, where you’ll hear other languages like Hakka, Hindi, Urdu and Creole, a French patois.

The ground floor is exceptionally animated, with shopkeepers hawking colorful fruits and vegetables to women in saris and billowing skirts. Nearby, vendors sell food to suited office workers. Indian snacks are popular, but so are Creole dishes, which are a mix of French cooking techniques and ingredients, African

flavors, Chinese touches Indian spices and the produce of the island to create memorable dishes like the tomato-rich Rougaille Poisson Salé (salted fish in tomato sauce).

The pungent aroma of herbs and spices pervade the humid air and waft to the upper level of the 160-year-old market. The pace here is more languid and you can find traditional items from embroidered tablecloths to models of sailing ships and local jewelry.

You might find it difficult to pull yourself away from the market and the architecturally remarkable buildings surrounding it, but you must if you want to discover another side to an idyllic isle that has been described as “luxurious, calm and voluptuous.”

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Woodwork on the pulpit of Aydinoglu Mehmet Bey Mosque

Black River Gorges

Photo: Stéphane Calvet - scalvet@scalvet.com

Ready to jump

Almost entirely surrounded by coral reefs, Mauritius is an extinct volcano with craters nestled within dramatic peaks. A mountain plateau running along the center of the island is crisscrossed by rivers and waterfalls.

Mauritius also has some 330 km of sweeping coastline, so there’s no shortage of stunning beaches. Every hotelier I met during my recent visit said their resort complex was located on the best beach in the country and that their spa was the best on the island. They were all right!

There’s a galaxy of star-rated hotels on offer. Many also have top-class spas, where a custom-designed massage will ease the strain in your muscles after a day of sailing in a sporty catamaran, fishing for marlin in indigo waters, biking along back roads past sugarcane plantations, hiking through thick forests and past wild gorges or bogeying the 12th hole on a classy golf course. Surrounded by jasmine-scented candles, soft music, bowls of bougainvillea and cups of ginger tea, skilled therapists will rub your aches away.

After a dinner feast of freshly-caught lobster or fish, the only way to end the day is with sega, a folk dance of African origin. With moonlight streaming through casuarinas and waves surging against the reef, men in shirts with bright ruffles dally with women in layered petticoats. Drums and guitars push deliver pulsating music as men thrust their hips to and fro, bending further and further over women who arch backwards and swivel their hips sideways. It’s sensory overload Mauritian style!

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MUST-SEES

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

PORT LOUIS Aapravasi Ghat, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2006, is the restored location where indentured laborers disembarked and were processed before starting work on sugarcane estates.

Fort Adelaide, generally known as La Citadelle, has spectacular views over the capital, the Champ de Mars Race Course and the encircling Moka Mountains.

Blue Penny Museum displays the history of Mauritius through maps, prints, paintings, sculpture, stamps and memorabilia.

WHERE TO STAY Mauritius is home to over 60 luxurious resorts, with more on the way. There are also bungalows, apartments and homestays for the budget-conscious.

Chamarel

Photo: Stéphane Calvet - scalvet@scalvet.com

Shanti Ananda Maurice Riviere des Galets, Chemin Grenier, Tel: +230 (603) 7200, www.shantiananda.com Ultra-personalized service, 14.6 ha of gardens and a classy Ayurvedic spa are hallmarks of this boutique hideaway on the south coast.

COUNTRYSIDE Chamarel is a luxuriant region in the south devoted to the growing of coffee. Scenic views, an 83 m-tall waterfall and a strange area with earth of seven different colors are additional attractions.

Black River Gorges, part of the island’s first national park, houses the rare pink pigeon and some of the remaining indigenous forest on the island.

Grand Bassin, a crater lake in the central plateau guarded by a massive statue of the Hindu god Shiva, is the most important place of pilgrimage for the island’s Hindu devotees.

Constance Le Prince Maurice Choisy Road, Poste de Flacq, Tel: +230 (402) 3636, www.princemaurice.com A Guerlain Spa, the complimentary use of nearby championship golf courses and complimentary Wi-Fi access are draws at this 89 suites Relais & Chateaux-affiliated resort, which is set over a lush 60 ha.

Heritage Golf & Spa Resort Domaine de Bel Ombre, Tel: +230 (601) 1500, www.heritage-resort.com This luxury hotel with African accents is notable for complimentary golf games for guests, the unique Seven Colours Spa and Seven Colours Energy Cuisine.

The Oberoi Mauritius Bale aux Tortues, Pointe aux Piments, Tel: +230 (204) 3666, www.oberoihotels.com A novel in-house program for discovering Mauritius with your five senses complements the African and Asian architecture and extensive landscaping.

The Legends, Pierre Simonet St, Floreal, Tel: +230 (698) 9800, www.naiaderesorts.com Set on a pristine 40-ha peninsula, this resort, which has been named the “World’s Most Romantic Hotel,” adheres to the principles of fengshui throughout the property and its spa.

VISA Visas issued on arrival at the international airport are valid for three months and extendable for three more.

WHEN TO GO Summer falls within the period of November to April. Accommodation rates are highest over the Christmas/New Year period and during July to August.

GETTING AROUND Taxis rarely use meters. Check with the airport information desk and hotel concierges and establish the fare before departing for your destination. Most resorts offer airport transfers as well as tours and cruises. Rental cars are readily available at booths located inside the stations.

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“Sibu Island Resort is Johor’s idyllic island getaway located off the East Coast of Malaysia. Enter it and you are entering a private world unlike any other, poised to become Malaysia preferred island holiday destination offering premier off-shore retreat, adventure, corporate teambuilding and spa.

On par with international environmental standards, the island’s own desalination plant provides unlimited fresh, clean water for its inhabitants. Here, you can be assured of a sanctuary away from the daily pressures with the holistic answer to refresh body and mind, and rejuvenation to the spirit. Three white, sandy beaches and seven dreamy islets around the island are waiting to be explored.

Step right into any of our 121 chalets surrounded by lush gardens and you will step into a haven shrouded in our caring touch. All rooms are thoughtfully anointed with amenities and facilities that you need to make your stay blissful.

All it takes is a 20-minute journey on an ultra-comfortable, air-conditioned, 50-seater twin hulled catamaran to the island from the picturesque Tanjung Leman Jetty in Mersing, Johor.

Sunshine Policy: One free room night (excluding F&B and transfers) will be accorded to guests when it rains continuously for 5 hours or intermittently, but accumulated up to 5 hours on any day from 9.00am to 5.00pm. Redemption of free night is only for future visits, valid up to one year from the rainy day itself and is not applicable for all types of group bookings.

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CONTACT DETAILS

The Puteri Pacific Johor Bahru Persada Johor International Convention Centre Sibu Island Resort Sd Bhd Address: Level 2, The Puteri Pacific Johor Bahru, Jalan Abdullah Ibrahim, P.O Box 293, 80730 Johor Bahru, Johor Telephone: +60 7 219 9999 Fax: +60 7 223 5522 E-mail: info@puteripacific.com Websites: www.puteripacific.com www.persadajohor.com www.sibuislandresort.com.my

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Explore the Airport with Dora and Friends Spend $70* with Visa or $100* by other means of payment in the public areas of Terminals 1, 2 and 3 to join in the adventure!

Redeem exclusive Dora collectibles Be rewarded with exclusive Dora the Explorer premiums when you shop and dine from May 29-June 30.

Collect all 3 premiums.

Limited to 1 per shopper. Design and colors, while stocks last.

Dora's Best Friends Day Live Musical Show Dora and Boots will be at Changi Airport Terminal 3 Public Area for a live musical show. Redeem your show passes for an up close experience and a personal photographic moment.

Redemption of show passes starts from 11am on show days, on a first-come-first-servedbasis. Limited to 30 passes per show. Each pass will admit 4 persons (2 children + 2 adults).

Date: June 4-28, Thurs-Sun Time: 1pm & 6pm

Visit out redemption counter at Terminal 3, Level 3 for more details.

Redemptions start from 10am-11pm.

Shoppers can only sign up for either the live musical show or the tour. * Maximum 3 combined same-day receipts

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Tour Changi Airport with Dora & friends Join Dora and friends to explore Changi Airport. At the end of the tour, you will be greeted by Dora and Boots personally and might even win an exclusive prize from them.

Note: Eligible shoppers can register for 1 of the 12 tours, which start at 2pm or 4pm every Tuesday and Wednesday (first 3 weeks of June only). Limited to 20 children per session.

Each shopper can register a maximum of 2 children. All children must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.

Date: June 2-26, Tues & Wed Time: 2pm & 4pm

Tea with Dora at the Butterfly Garden Participate in a lucky draw to win exclusive invites to a Tea Party with Dora and Boots in Terminal 3 transit area, Butterfly Garden. Enjoy a special screening of Dora the Explorer cartoon, be treated to morning tea and walk away with goodie bags filled with exclusive premiums. There will be 2 Tea Party sessions available, each accommodating 10 families (2 children and 2 adults per family).

Note: The Tea Party will be conducted from 10am–11.30am, on June 27 and June 28 2009.

Participation period for the lucky draw is from May 29-June 14 2009.

Shoppers who spend $20 by any means of payment in a single receipt can enjoy a 15 minute play session at Bouncing Castles. There will be 2 Bouncing Castles, each at Basement 3 - Car Park 3A and 3B respectively.

Note: Limited to first 300 redemptions for each Bouncing Castle on a first-come-first-served basis daily.

The Bouncing Castles will be conducted from May 30 to June 28 2009, 12pm-11pm, daily.

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thechangisale: shopping

Spend $80 and above in a single receipt and receive $5 off any FIFA cap on your next purchase at FIFA OfďŹ cial StoreÂŽ, Terminal 3

You d leav on't ha e v to e the air e to njoy port fabu t lous hese buys !

Enjoy up to 70% off storewide at iemon + paris, Terminal 3 Public, 3-Top

With every purchase of Remy XO Excellence, receive a free XO 5cl bottle (limited to purchases at Departure Transit Malls only) or a Remy bag (limited to purchases at Arrival Baggage Claim Halls only). With every purchase of 2 bottles of Chivas Tin, receive a $10 DFS voucher (limited to purchases at Departure Transit Malls only) or a $5 DFS voucher (limited to purchases at Arrival Baggage Claim Halls only).

Duty Free by DFS, Terminals 1, 2, 3, and The Budget Terminal.

Buy any 3 items and get 1 free at The Cocoa Trees, Terminals 1 and 2 Transit and Public, and Terminal 3 Public

Enjoy $20 off with a minimum spending of $200 on luggage and bags from Samsonite, Terminal 2 Transit and Terminal 3 Public

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Buy 4 items for the price of 3 at Bijoux Terner. All items at $20. Terminals 1 and 2.

FREE GIFT!

Get a free traveler bag with every purchase of $15 M1 Prepaid Card (worth $18) at M1 Shop, Terminal 3 Public, B2 Mall @ T3

Enjoy up to 70% off storewide at Kokon Tozai, Terminal 2 Transit and Public

Enjoy 15% off sunglasses at Sunglass Hut, excludes Bvlgari, Oakley, Gucci, Maui Jim and Tiffany & Co. Terminals 1 and 2, Terminal 3 Public and Transit

Purchase an Elizabeth Arden lipgloss at $8.80 (U.P.$22.50) with any purchase at Perfumes & Cosmetics

by Nuance-Watson, Terminals 1, 2 and 3 Transit and Terminal 2 Public

Enjoy a $20 discount with a minimum spend of $100 at Discover Singapore, Terminals 1 and 2

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thechangisale: shopping

Enjoy 5% off Apple accessories and speakers; and 10% off Apple care protection plan & 3rd parties iPod/Mac accessories at istudio - Apple Premium Reseller Store, Terminal 3

Enjoy 20% off with a spending of $120 on regular-priced items at Amazing Grace, Terminal 2

Receive an exclusive watch with each foreign exchange transaction worth S$1,500 and above at any one of the 14 American Express Foreign Exchange counters, Terminals 1, 2 and 3 Public and Transit

Enjoy 30% off storewide at Marc O'Polo, Terminal 3

Enjoy 50% off selected titles.

Terms and conditions apply.

Books sold are non-exchangeable and non-refundable. Not valid with any other discount (card, voucher and/or promotion). While stocks last. HARRIS Bookstore, Terminal 3 Transit and Public, 3-Top Level 3.

Enjoy a 20% discount for any purchase of the Green Life and Shaklee range at Watsons Personal Care Store, Terminal 2 Public and Transit, and Terminal 3

Enjoy $3 off selected Insight guide globes at Times NewsLink, Terminals 1, 2 and 3 Public and Terminal 1 and 2 Transit

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

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

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thechangisale: dining

Eat and Drink for Less Don’t miss out on this month’s exciting F&B promotions!

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Terminal 1 Public and Terminal 3 Love noodles and sushi? Head over to Ajisen and enjoy a special set Cha Shu Ramen, 3pcs Maki, 3pcs Hotate and Ice Lemon tea at a great price of just $14.80 (U.P $23.40).

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Soup Restaurant

Terminal 2 Public Order Soup Restaurant's signature dish, Samsui Ginger Chicken, or set menu and enjoy a selected popular dish at a fabulous price of only $1! Valid daily, including weekends and public holidays.

Terms and conditions apply.

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Terminal 3 Transit and Public, B2 Mall @ T3 Offer a sweet treat to someone. Enjoy 30% off your second purchase of Gift Collection item.

Terms and conditions apply.

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Terminal 3 Look out for new Tea-Time Specials available from 2–6pm daily. Enjoy a choice of enticing pie/cookie/ cake/muffin and beverage combinations.

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O’Briens Irish Sandwich Bar

Terminals 1 and 2 Order any of O'Briens' famous made-toorder sandwiches or wrappos and enjoy 50% off a cup of small Americano coffee.

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Terminal 2 Public Specialising in Indonesian cakes and cookies, KedaiKueKue is now giving away a $5 voucher to shoppers who spend a minimum of $25.

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each a cup Terminal 3 Public, B2 Mall @ T3 Originating from Taiwan and awarded the “Gold Medalist” by the Taiwan Consumer Association—each a cup is a popular bubble tea brand featuring healthy and quality beverages at reasonable prices. Using all natural and high quality fruit ingredients and tea imported from Taiwan.

Promotion: Collect 10 stamps and redeem 1 Free S$1.90 drink

Dian Xiao Er Chinese Restaurant

Terminal 3 Public, 3-Top Senior citizens and students can now enjoy a 20% discount when dining at Dian Xiao Er*. Promotion is valid from 11.30am to 5.30pm on a daily basis except public holidays and special occasions. *Please present senior citizen and student pass.

Outlets featured in this article are located at Changi Airport Transit Malls unless otherwise stated. Prices are in SGD.

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thechangiexperience: shopping

The Best at Changi Airport From classic business attire to the hippest beach wear, we highlight some of the best.

T.M. Lewin

Billabong

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Established in 1898 by Thomas Mayes Lewin, London’s shirt-maker T.M. Lewin, has opened its first international store in Changi Airport. It was one of the first shirt-makers to create the “coat-shirt”—a shirt with buttons up the front which allowed gentlemen to get dressed without spoiling their shirt with macassar hair oil.

With over 100 new fabric designs released each month, many in limited quantities, this fast growing company can still offer the sort of individuality usually only attributed to personal tailors.

At Changi Airport, TM Lewin offers beautifully made suits, ties and accessories, presenting to shoppers a complete business wardrobe.

Director Robert Isaac says, “It is a formula that clearly works. The business has shown rapid growth in recent years and the incredible value for money is obviously speaking volumes as we are still growing year on year despite the credit crunch that has hit many other retailers.”

Billabong opened in May this year at Changi Airport, making it the world’s first Billabong airport store.

Jason Neely, Billabong’s Retailer Operations Manager, said the store represented an exciting new phase in the development of the Billabong brand in the Asia Pacific.

“Billabong is focused on building its presence in the Asian region and the opening in Singapore of the world’s first Billabong airport store illustrates the brand’s commitment to the region,” said Neely.

Founded on Australia’s Gold Coast in 1973 by surfer and surfboard shaper Gordon Merchant, Billabong has since established its place in Australian surf culture and expanded internationally.

This rapid growth also paved the way for Billabong to build, host, and now maintain some of the top youth inspired events on the globe, whilst still focusing on the grass roots support of the industry and localized initiatives. With a history drenched in boardsport culture, Billabong has managed to channel this energy in to some of the most fashion forward and diverse clothing ranges in the market.

Tourbillon Terminal 3 Transit SWATCH—the Swiss fashion watchmaker famous for its colorful and affordable watches— caught the industry by surprise with the launch of two new luxury-class mechanical watches, one for women and one for men.

Diaphane One Turn 2 Her, for women, will be made available in selected markets in a strictly limited, numbered edition of 50 pieces; and Diaphane One Turn 2 Him, for men, will be available in a limited and numbered edition of 130 pieces. These watches are exclusively available at Changi Airport Tourbillon store. Only 2 pairs are available in Singapore.

Both models are “skeleton” watches. Visible from both front and back, the revolving 25-ruby movement draws the connoisseur’s appreciative eye to its display of exquisitely crafted finishings and artfully intricate design.

Diaphane One Turn 2 Her and Diaphane One Turn 2 Him pay homage to the history and signature attributes that made SWATCH famous around the world; Turn 2 Her features a clear transparent plastic case and costs S$18,999; whereas Turn 2 Him has a case in transparent black plastic and costs S$12,599.

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thechangiexperience: relax

Recharge

Take a break and indulge in some post-shopping spree therapy at these choice spots in Changi Airport.

TROPICAL SANCTUARY Rainforest Lounge, Terminal 1 Treat yourself to some quality me-time at the Rainforest Lounge—re-opened on April 1 2009 after a refreshing new face-lift to once again provide an oasis for weary travelers to relax and rejuvenate. The Rainforest Lounge closed its doors for an intensive weeks of refurbishment and upgrading works to recreate a comfortable, modern and stylish lounge premise that now occupies more than 650 square meters located at the West Wing of Terminal 1.

In keeping with Changi Airport Terminal 1’s new “Tropical City” theme, the Rainforest brand was retained, but with a modern twist, thus embodying an “Urban Rainforest” concept.

The lounge continues to operate 24 hours a day for all travelers, irrespective of traveling class. The lounge now offers 80 comfortable seats with an extended refreshment corner, a fully equipped business center, sports bar, unisex shower area with 12 cubicles, 19 slumberettes, a beauty service room, massage area and a family suite tailored specifically for traveling parents with children.

PAMPER YOURSELF Fish Spa & Reflexology

by Refresh Bodyworks, Terminal 1 Fish Spa & Reflexology by Refresh Bodyworks makes its way to Terminal 1 this June—providing a wide range of fun and rejuvenating services, from quick-fixes to long and relaxing full body massages.

Here’s a list of what you can look forward to:

AQUA FUN Swimming Pool, Terminal 1 Ambassador Transit Lounge, Terminal 3 There’s nothing like a dip in the pool to refresh the senses, especially after a long-haul flight. A few laps will also give your fitness level a boost—your body will thank you for it. Passengers staying at the Transit Hotel here can use the pool for free.

Non-hotel guests can still enjoy a swim for a small fee of S$13.91 (this includes the use of shower facilities and one non-alcoholic drink). Or try the Aqua Massage—a water pressure massage—at the Ambassador Transit Lounge. You can enjoy it for as long as you like with the minimum time of 15 minutes ($15 not inclusive of taxes).

• Fish spa & reflexology (a first in Changi Airport) • Invigorating upper back massage • Volcanic reflexology (Refresh Bodyworks' unique signature treatment) • Wide range of full body massages • Sleep-over service—check-in after midnight & continue your rest after a massage • Express manipedi • Complimentary showers & Internet service

For exact locations, please refer to maps on p36-39. These leisure facilities are located in the Transit Mall.

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Distance: 270 in

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A Paradise Destination Traveling with Air Mauritius has never been more appealing.

An Island Carrier

Mauritius is an intriguing destination located 2,000 kilometres off the Southeast coast of Africa.

Protected by coral reefs, turquoise blue water and white sandy beaches shaded by coconut trees—the ancient volcanic interior of the island houses lush tropical forests, breathtaking mountain scenery and a bountiful array of colorful flora.

Air Mauritius, the national carrier of this island paradise, offers impeccable in-flight services in all classes and operates twice or thrice weekly flights to Mauritius (third flight during high seasons—July and August). Offering extra convenient schedules with arrivals on the same day and late departures allowing travelers more holiday time.

With effortless style, Air Mauritius provides a comfortable in-flight ambience and a commitment to customer service. Air Mauritius operates in a two-class configuration: • Business class features 24 lie flat cocoon seats, reclineable back rest at 169 degrees on-ground and 172 degrees in-flight, massage options, 4-way height adjustable ear-fitted headrest with forward tilt plus other luxury accessories.

• Economy class is highly rated by discerning travelers with a 33-inch seat pitch, individual LCD screen, great food and drinks.

Air Mauritius sets new standards in all it does—an attitude that sums up the best of Mauritius itself: sunshine, smiles, great service and mouth-watering food. Air Mauritius also flies to more than 23 destinations over four continents including London, Paris, Rome, Singapore, Hong Kong, Kuala Lumpur, Delhi, Johannesburg and Dubai.

Helicopter services are also available to valued customers ranging from sightseeing tours, airport transfers and aerial photography to filming flight services.

Air Mauritius is in continuous development upgrading a modern fleet and enhancing in-flight service to provide the ultimate airline to the Indian Ocean's premier holiday destination.

If you are looking for an unforgettable holiday, Air Mauritius is now offering some special promotional tour packages. For more information, please visit www.airmauritius.com or email to airmauritius@aviationservices.com.sg.

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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.

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

Terminal 1, Transit Mall

Our friendly Customer Service Officers at the Information Counters and our group of Changi Senior Ambassadors and 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

PHARMACIES

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.

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 Public Area Ask the friendly Customer Service Officers for tips on exploring Singapore.

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

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 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.

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

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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Swimming Pool

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Cactus Garden

Cathay Pacific / Sky ViewLounge

Family Zone

Gym I Business Center

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Qantas & British Airways Lounge First

Rainforest

by SATS

Movie Lounge

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

Emirates Lounge

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Entrance 3

Entrance 4

Entrance 5

Departure Hall (Public Area, Level 2) Automated Teller Machines (ATM)

Postal

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 Immigration

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Spa & Lounge

DEPARTURE HALL

TRANSIT MALL

RETAIL

RETAIL

BOOKS & MAGAZINES Times NewsLink

BOOKS & MAGAZINES Hot Off The Press Times NewsLink (Closing early June) Times NewsLink (Opening mid June)

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

by Nuance-Watson

1

2 3 4

CONVENIENCE STORE 7-Eleven

FOOD & BEVERAGE BAR Bill Bentley Pub

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

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

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FASHION Accessories Bijoux Terner Chomel Denni Madame Butterfly Mitch & Marc Sunglass Hut

12 10 13 16 43 2

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Bags & Shoes Timberland

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Boutiques Bally Burberry Gucci Montblanc

29 31 30 9

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CAFÉS Caffé Ritazza (Closing early June)

CANDIES, CHOCOLATES & DELICATESSEN Bee Cheng Hiang Sweet Treats

FOOD & BEVERAGE

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LIFESTYLE ELECTRONICS, CAMERAS AND COMPUTERS Computers & Software 8

by Sprint-Cass (Closing early June) Digital Lifestyle by Dufry 4 (Closing early June) 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 (Closing early June)

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 (Closing early June) Eu Yan Sang My Foot Reflexology Body Contours

5 15 45 46

WINE, LIQUOR & TOBACCO Duty Free Galleria by DFS Duty Free Galleria by DFS

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BARS Harry’s Bar Poolside Bar

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CAFÉS Starbucks Coffee Trung Nguyen

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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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terminal 2 Sunflower Garden MAS Golden Lounge

SATS Premier Club

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DBS Asia Treasures

Silver Kris Lounge

Plaza Premium Lounge

Entertainment Deck

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RETAIL BOOKS & MAGAZINES Times NewsLink CANDIES, CHOCOLATES & DELICATESSEN KedaiKueKue The Rainbow Caravan (Closing end June)

RETAIL 17

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Bags & Shoes Carlo Rino Sembonia

16 18 7

FINE JEWELLERY SK Jewellery

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PERFUMES & COSMETICS Perfumes & Cosmetics

by Nuance-Watson

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SOUVENIRS & GIFTS Mini Toons Pocket Full of Posies Urban Concepts SPORTS Outdoors

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Pharmacy Watsons Personal Care Store

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FOOD & BEVERAGE

FASHION Accessories Chomel Crystal and Beads Kokon Tozai

Casual Wear Ashworth

WELLNESS & BEAUTY Hair Salons EC House Modéle

6 10 9 2

CAFÉS Breeks Café Gloria Jean’s Coffees Killiney Kopitiam Polar-That High Street Cafe Starbucks Coffee The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf® Tosto Ya Kun Kaya Toast FAST FOOD RESTAURANTS Burger King McDonald’s RESTAURANTS Crystal Jade Restaurant Fish & Co. Fresh Bulggogi Pasta De Waraku Sakae Sushi Shi Zai Wang, Simply Wang Soup Restaurant Sukhothai Express Swensen’s

M F B H J C G E A I O Q P R N L K S D

BOOKS & MAGAZINES Hot Off The Press Times NewsLink CANDIES, CHOCOLATES & DELICATESSEN Bee Cheng Hiang Choco-Fantasia by Dufry The Cocoa Trees The Cocoa Trees (Kiosk) (Closing end June) DFS Delicatessan CONVENIENCE STORE 7-Eleven FASHION & ACCESSORIES Accessories Bijoux Terner Denni Kokon Tozai Sunglass Hut Boutiques Bally Bonia Burberry Coach Gucci Hermès Luxury Fashion • Bottega Veneta • Bulgari • Cartier • Chloé • Fendi • Hugo Boss • Salvatore Ferragamo • Shanghai Tang • Tod’s

FOOD & BEVERAGE 58 14

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Montblanc Prada Tie Rack T.M Lewin

46 28 7 24

Casual Wear Esprit Levi’s®

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SOUVENIRS & GIFTS Amazing Grace

by Nuance-Watson Discover Singapore RISIS Swarovski TOP Orchids

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SPECIALTY STORES Mercedez Benz Podium Motorsport

6 10

SPORTS Nike

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Luggage, Bags & Shoes Charles & Keith LeSportsac Samsonite Tumi

11 18 44 5

FINE JEWELLERY Lee Hwa Diamond Gallery Tiffany & Co.

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TOYS Kaboom Kids’ World

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WATCHES DFS Watches Omega Boutique

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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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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CAFÉS Orchid Café Spinelli Coffee Company Starbucks Coffee The Soup Spoon

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ARRIVAL LOUNGE Escalator to Skytrain

Singapore PUBLIC AREA Visitors Center

Passenger Meeting Service Car Rental & Limousine

City Train

Taxi Queue

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Arrival Hall (Level 1)

Raffles Medical Centre

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Automated Teller Machines (ATM)

Gym & Lounge

Money Changer

Rest Area

Toilets

Car Park

Halal Food

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

Gates

Meditation Room

Public Phone

Taxi Queue

24-Hour

16

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terminal 3: transit area

SIA Silver Kris Lounge

SIA Krisflyer Gold Lounge

SATS Premier Club

DBS Asia Treasures

CIP Lounges

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ARRIVAL HALL, LEVEL1

3-TOP, LEVEL 3 & 4

TRANSIT MALL, LEVEL 2

RETAIL

RETAIL

RETAIL

RETAIL

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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CANDIES, CHOCOLATES & DELICATESSEN Candy Empire CHNG Kee’s Spice of Life San Shu Gong FASHION & ACCESSORIES Helen inner labels Mini Bits Sunglass Hut SERVICES Presto Drycleaners SOUVENIRS & GIFTS Mini Toons

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PERFUMES & COSMETICS Perfumes & Cosmetics 2, 5

by Nuance-Watson (restricted area) SERVICES Porter Xpress WINE, LIQUOR & TOBACCO Liquor & Tobacco by DFS (restricted area)

3 1, 6

MUSIC, BOOKS & MAGAZINE HARRIS Bookstore SOUVENIRS & GIFTS Tango Mango The Gift Shop

FOOD & BEVERAGE 23

SPORTS Outdoors

FAST FOOD McDonald’s

A B C

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1 6 9

WELLNESS & BEAUTY Harnn & Thann (Closing end June) 17 The Body Shop 12 The Wellness Store 8

SPORTS Sportslink

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RESTAURANTS & BISTROS tcc Tosto

SUPERMARKET NTUC Fairprice

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DEPARTURE HALL, LEVEL 2

FOOD & BEVERAGE

RETAIL

CAFÉ Xin Wang Hong Kong Café

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

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TELECOMMUNICATIONS M1 Shop

21

WATCHES Swatch

13

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

6 16 20

Pharmacy Watsons Personal Care Store

CANDIES, CHOCOLATES & DELICATESSEN Bengawan Solo Chocolat Factory The Cocoa Trees PERFUMES & COSMETICS Perfumes & Cosmetics

by Nuance-Watson

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SERVICES SATS Customer Service Ticketing Office

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FOOD & BEVERAGE BAKERY Crystal Jade My Bread

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FOOD & BEVERAGE

CAFÉS Secret Recipe Ya Kun Kaya Toast

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

FAST FOOD RESTAURANT Popeyes FOODCOURT KOPI QUICKBITES Each A Cup Mr Bean Mrs Fields

3 1 2

A B D

A B C

TRANSIT MALL, LEVEL 3 RETAIL

29 36

FASHION Accessories Accessorize La Perla Sunglass Hut

45 27 23

Bags & Shoes Braun Büffel Charles & Keith Pedro

41 48 44

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

WATCHES Gassan Watches TAG Heuer Tourbillon

1, 11

FOOD & BEVERAGE 9 10 51 K1 2, 37 28 46 53 5, 31 16 15

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FOOD & BEVERAGE

Casual Wear Billabong 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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FINE JEWELLERY Aspial

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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

LIFESTYLE ELECTRONICS, CAMERAS AND COMPUTERS Digital Lifestyle by Dufry 8, 34 istudio - Apple Premium 49 Reseller Store Sony Style 35 Vertu 24

CAFÉS Hard Rock Café The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf® QUICKBITES Beard Papa Sweets / Mochi Creamery Guylian Belgium Chocolate Café Mrs Fields My Tea House Reload Toast Box RESTAURANT & BISTRO Bistro Senso

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

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CONVENIENCE STORE Cheers

BARS & LOUNGES il Lido Wine & Tapas Lounge

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CAFÉ Gelaré Café

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FAST FOOD RESTAURANT Burger King

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FOODCOURT 24Hr Food Gallery

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RESTAURANTS & BISTROS Ajisen Classic Bistro Delifrance Empress Kitchen Kaveri Indian Vegetarian Kim Choo’s Nonya Kitchen Lerk Thai Prima Taste

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Fashion Wunderkind One of the most promising local fashion designers to emerge on the scene in recent years, Sven Tan has been putting Singapore fashion on the map with his label alldressedup.

Creating designs that are modern and effortlessly stylish, the Mercedes-Benz Asia Fashion Award winner has not only amassed an impressive following amongst fashionistas here, he has also made a name for himself on the international fashion scene, with a high-profile collaboration with Francesca Versace (niece of Gianni) on her capsule collection ‘Francesca V’. Changi Class caught up with the designer to find out more: What is your favorite travel destination and why?

My favorite place to travel is Asia! There is much charm and many cultures hidden away, often in routes less traveled, and waiting to be explored. When I travel to a new destination in the region, there is always an element of the unexpected and surprise in encounters that make me feel that the trip was worth it.

Also, as a designer, I appreciate the variety and intricacies of traditional craftwork we have in Asia. I would recommend visiting Cambodia, Luang Prabang in Laos and India.

What are the most important insights you have gotten from traveling so widely? And what do you miss most about home when you are abroad?

One of the most important insights I have gained from traveling widely is never to take for granted the safety standards, comfort and convenience that we have as Singaporeans.

What do I always miss about home when I’m abroad? That will be our local food, particularly Kopi O and Mee Pok Ta! Which city do you think is unfailingly fashionable?

I think that Tokyo is unfailingly fashionable. It’s one of the most exciting places to people-watch, and the distinct sense of individualism in the way people dress is also something I love. They have very good retail standards in terms of store concepts, packaging and how the products are presented. You can also sense that the sales people really believe in what they are selling, which takes retail to a new level.

What do you love about fashion?

What I love about fashion is the intangible quality of style and the fast-paced nature of the business. I am intrigued by how quickly everything is changing and becoming literally

disposable—a piece of garment has less than six months of shelf-life, after which it is considered something of the past, with a discount. I am excited by the challenge of constantly generating positive consumer behavior at an equivalent pace, and most importantly with products I really believe in.

What do you think Singapore would need to be a serious competitor in the fashion stakes?

For Singapore to become a serious contender in the fashion stakes, I always feel that it all starts with encouraging and supporting our young designers. I believe it is essential for all creative industries to have a representation of designers in order to grow and garner recognition. It is not difficult to import overseas brands but it is never as easy the other way around. Local brands need to be exported overseas and recognized as competitors at an international level. That is what we at alldressedup believe and have been doing.

What do you think airports can do to enhance the traveler’s experience?

For airports to enhance the traveler’s experience, I think comfort and safety standards are always important, but no amount of comfort can be enough when I am delayed!

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