Indonesians to Explore Singapore’s Fascinating History and Best Culinary Experiences with Far East Hospitality

Jakarta, June 16, 2014 – Far East Hospitality, Singapore’s largest and fastest growing operator for hotels and serviced residences, invites Indonesian travellers to rediscover Singapore through its three-month ‘Explore Singapore Heritage & Food Trail 2014’ beginning July 1, 2014. While shopping may still be a favourite for Indonesian travellers in Singapore, this event lets guests go beyond the malls as well as a rich experience in Singaporean history, culture and food to share with their family and friends.

Far East Hospitality’s ‘Explore Singapore Heritage & Food Trail 2014,’ will run from 1 July 2014 through 30 September 2014. The second annual event aims to connect both travellers and locals with the authentic elements of Singapore. Guests who stay with Far East Hospitality during this time have the opportunity to take advantage of two packages: A three-day, two-night free & easy package and a five-day, four night LUXE package, supported by MeGuideU - a new and innovative online portal/convergent point for global travellers and local guides. All hotels that are part of Far East Hospitality will run this program, including The Quincy Hotel, Oasia Hotel Singapore, Rendezvous Hotel Singapore, Village Hotel Bugis, Village Hotel Albert Court, Village Hotel Katong, Village Hotel Changi, Orchard Parade Hotel, The Elizabeth Hotel and AMOY Hotel as part of the three-day, two-night free & easy package.  On the other hand, the five-day, four night LUXE package allows guests to experience a unique heritage enclave each day and a different Far East Hospitality hotel each night.

“We’re taking the lead only to offer a unique style of Singapore-inspired hospitality, developing each of our hotel brands to cater to specific travellers based on a thorough understanding of our customers’ profile and what they are looking for in an accommodation requirement, said Mr Arthur Kiong, Chief Executive Officer of Far East Hospitality. “With the ‘Explore Singapore Heritage & Food Trail 2014 – LUXE’, Guests will experience unique local style around the hotels’ neighbourhood and create unforgettable experience”.

“MeGuideU's market focus is in-line with Far East Hospitality, and there's no better way to explore Singapore than with Singapore's largest hotel group,” said John Ng Pangilinan, CEO MeGuideU. “We believe that by pairing guides to the travellers, MeGuideU will be able to showcase more of Singapore's interesting and fun locations.”

(A) 5D4N Explore Singapore Heritage & Food Trail 2014 – LUXE Package
Tailored for discerning travellers wishing to uncover Singapore’s colourful heritage and savour its myriad of local flavours in style and comfort, the five-day, four-night luxury package will leave travellers with fond, lasting memories of the beautiful island city as well as a travel experience.

Guests will enjoy:

• A one-night Club room stay (twin-sharing) at four Far East Hospitality hotels: Village Hotel Changi,
  Village Hotel Katong, Village Hotel Albert Court and AMOY (Deluxe Double)
• Private limo transfer from airport to all hotels back to airport for two
• Daily Buffet / Continental Breakfast for two
• Club lounge access with evening cocktails (except AMOY)
• Unlimited Internet Access
• Four private heritage guided tours by MeGuideU for two
• One day DIY hop-on hop-off city tour on an open-top bus for two
• Two food vouchers for two
• Guaranteed late check-out until 6pm

With one night’s stay at four different Far East Hospitality hotels, ‘Explore Singapore Heritage & Food Trail – LUXE’ allows guests to embrace the real Singapore. The package is filled with adventures that offer guests the opportunity to experience the following:

• Escape the hustle and bustle with a ferry back to the 1960s to experience the rustic charm of laid-back island life and optional cycling adventure on Pulau Ubin
• Relive the Peranakan splendour of Katong and Joo Chiat by exploring their baroque-styled shophouses and savouring tantalising nyonya cuisine
• Be captivated by the exotic aromas of enchanting Little India, where many olden-day trades can still be found. 
• Peek into Chinatown’s fascinating Chinese culture and try the local dishes

The 5D4N Explore Singapore Heritage & Food Trail 2014 - LUXE package is selling at SGD768 per person (twin-sharing). Minimum booking of 2 persons is required. Guest can check out the detailed itinerary at: www.stayfareast.com/ExploreSingapore.

(B) 3D2N Explore Singapore Heritage & Food Trail 2014

Far East Hospitality’s three-day, two-night package includes:

• A two-night stay at your choice of 10 hotels by Far East Hospitality
• Buffet / continental breakfast for two
• Unlimited Internet Access
• One day DIY hop-on hop-off city tour on an open-top bus for two
• Two EZ-Link Cards for MRT Train and Bus Rides
• One food voucher for two
• Guaranteed late check-out until 6pm 

The 3D2N Explore Singapore Heritage & Food Trail package can be booked through your preferred travel agent.

Bookings for both packages must be made by 22 September 2014 and stays must take place between 1 July 2014 and 30 September 2014.

Heritage Food Trail Options (Food Voucher Redemption):

• Boon Tong Kee (Chicken Rice Set for 2)
• Toast Box (Traditional Kaya Toast Set for 2, Laksa Set for 2, and 20% off Coffee Brew Set)
• Curry Times (Curry Chicken Set with Rice for 2)
• The Landmark (Local Delights Set or Indian Delights Set for 2)
• Shish Mahal (Traditional Indian Set for 2)
• The Seafood International Market & Restaurant (30% off Crabs for Dine-in)