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Archive for June, 2009
Globe-trotting to cut down on medical costs – Arizona Republic
Jun 7th
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Globe-trotting to cut down on medical costs
Arizona Republic, AZ Officials in the medical-tourism industry say stories of botched surgeries and treatments are rare among their clients, although there is little hard data comparing quality of care among overseas hospitals. One industry group, the Florida-based Medical … High health care costs lead to 'medical tourism' |
Tourism industry shows signs of revival – The Statesman
Jun 6th
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Tourism industry shows signs of revival
The Statesman, India NEW DELHI, 6 JUNE: In a major relief to the domestic tourism industry currently reeling under the impact of the global economic downturn, the negative growth of foreign tourist arrivals (FTAs) is coming down considerably. In fact, India's foreign … |
Recession forces travel cos to work harder – Hindu Business Line
Jun 6th
 Hindu Business Line |
Recession forces travel cos to work harder
Hindu Business Line, India Bangalore, June 6 This year's summer holiday season, which has seen a late start with consumer travel queries just picking up, has forced national tourism organisations (NTOs) and travel companies to come out with some “unique” packages. … |
China leads Asia-Pacific in new flu cases on June 6 – Xinhua
Jun 6th
 Straits Times |
China leads Asia-Pacific in new flu cases on June 6
Xinhua, China Japan, Singapore and Malaysia also reported new cases on the same day. Three more A/H1N1 flu cases were confirmed on the Chinese mainland Saturday, bringing the total number to 70. In Hubei Province, a 18-month-old girl was tested A/H1N1 positive … Singapore's fifth H1N1 case 'took a chance' MOH denies H1N1 virus cover up Tight Checks As More Caribbean Countries Report Influenza A H1N1 Cases |
Forex earnings from tourism up despite slowdown – Economic Times
Jun 6th
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Forex earnings from tourism up despite slowdown
Economic Times, India There were roadshows in many countries including USA, UK, Ireland, Australia, Singapore, showcasing Indian destinations, said the official, adding that "we are hopeful that more tourists will arrive in coming months". |
High health care costs lead to 'medical tourism' – Fort Mills Times
Jun 6th
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High health care costs lead to 'medical tourism'
Fort Mills Times, SC As health-care costs in this country rise, hospitals in places such as India, Hungary, Singapore and Colombia have improved the quality and reputation of their services, all while keeping costs down. Meanwhile, thanks largely to the Internet, … Globe-trotting to cut down on medical costs |
Sikkim inks tourism agreement with Singapore-based Master Consult … – TravelBizMonitor
Jun 6th
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Sikkim inks tourism agreement with Singapore-based Master Consult …
TravelBizMonitor, India By TBM Staff | Gangtok Sikkim government has signed an agreement with a Singapore-based consultancy firm Master Consult Services Pvt. Ltd. for laying out a ten-year road map for promotion of tourism. The agreement was signed by Chrisopher Khoo, … |
Singapore School Holiday 2010 Calendar
Jun 6th
Scheduled Singapore School Holidays for 2010
Here is list of scheduled Singapore school holidays for 2010. Please note: this holidays calendar is not approved by Ministry of Education (MoE) yet.
UPDATE : As we already know the public holiday calendar we based on previously was incorrect. Please use the updated MoM Singapore Public Holidays 2010 Calendar.
Semester I After Term I
Saturday, 13 March 2010 – Sunday, 21 March 2010
Semester I After Term II
Saturday, 29 May 2010 – Sunday, 27 June 2010
Semester II After Term III
Saturday 4, September 2010 – Sunday, 12 September 2010
Semester II After Term IV
Saturday, 20 November 2010 – Friday, 31 December 2010
Youth Day
Sunday, 4 July 2010*
Monday, 5 July 2010
Day after National Day
Tuesday, 10 August 2010
Teachers´ Day
Wednesday, 1 September 2010
Children´s Day (For primary schools only.)
Friday, 1 October 2010
Singapore Public Holidays
New Year’s Day
1 January 2010
Chinese New Year
14-16 February 2010
Good Friday
2 April 2010
Labour Day
1 May 2010
Vesak Day
28 May 2010
National Day
9 August 2010
Hari Raya Puasa
10 September 2010
Deepavali
5 November 2010
Hari Raya Haji
17 November 2010
Christmas Day
25 December 2010
Singapore Public Holidays 2010 Calendar
Jun 6th
Following are the Singapore public holidays for year 2010.
Update : MOM has released Singapore 2010 Public Holiday Calendar. Please refer to the new released holiday calendar.
Please note: this holiday calendar was not approved by Ministry of Manpower (MoM) yet. There were previously some inaccuracies in this calendar. Vesak Day falls on 28 May 2010, not 28 April 2010. Hari Raya Haji falls on 17 November 2010, not 16 November 2010.
New Year’s Day
Friday, 1 January 2010
Chinese New Year
Sunday, 14 February 2010 *
Monday, 15 February 2010
Tuesday, 16 February 2010
Good Friday
Friday, 2 April 2010
Labour Day
Saturday, 1 May 2010
Vesak Day
Friday, 28 May 2010
National Day
Monday, 9 August 2010
Hari Raya Puasa
Friday, 10 September 2010
Deepavali
Friday, 5 November 2010
Hari Raya Haji
Wednesday, 17 November 2010
Christmas Day
Saturday, 25 December 2010
Update: Check out Singapore Official Public Holidays For Year 2011
Australian Swine Flu Count Rises on Queensland Cases – Bloomberg
Jun 6th
 Straits Times |
Australian Swine Flu Count Rises on Queensland Cases
Bloomberg Singapore's government has advised citizens against non- essential travel to Victoria, as well as other affected areas in Japan, North and South America, according to a statement on the Health Ministry Web site. Singapore has 14 confirmed cases and two … Video: Three confirmed cases of Swine Flu H1N1 Flu update |
